Why Work with a Cruise Expert?
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Ted Blank
Woodbury, MN
Tailor-Made Journeys
You understand that extraordinary vacations aren’t simply a function of dollars and cents, and you know that they certainly aren’t just pulled off the shelf.
Journeys of a lifetime are carefully designed with imagination, creativity, atten...
You understand that extraordinary vacations aren’t simply a function of dollars and cents, and you know that they certainly aren’t just pulled off the shelf.
Journeys of a lifetime are carefully designed with imagination, creativity, attention to detail, experience, and insider knowledge.
Are you looking for a travel adviser who possesses the expertise, education, intuition, insider knowledge, and connections to turn your vacation into the trip of a lifetime? I open new doors for discerning travelers like you looking to follow your own path to the world’s extraordinary destinations.
As a specialist in privately guided, tailor-made vacations and luxury cruises, you’ll enjoy highly personalized service and expert recommendations during the planning process. As you travel, you’ll come to appreciate being well looked after from wheels up on departure to wheels down on your return, giving you the freedom and confidence to be your best travel self wherever you go.
Through my extensive worldwide travel experience, an intuitive sense of possibilities, careful attention to detail, and a broad network of carefully vetted supplier partners, you can enjoy vacations that others only dream of to destinations in Europe, Asia, Australia and Oceania, South America, Africa, and beyond.
Please click on the links on this page to email me to schedule a complimentary introductory discovery session where we’ll get better acquainted, discuss your travel dreams, and begin to carefully craft the first of many explorations of this wonderful, fascinating world we share!
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A luxury Regent Seven Seas Cruise.
When it comes to cruises, there’s always something new – ships are launched, itineraries are added, excursions and onboard activities change. Even if you’re a cruise veteran, it can be hard to keep up with it all.
And if you’ve ever tried to search for a cruise online, well you know how overwhelming that can be. When everything looks and sounds terrific you don’t really know what’s worth spending your money on, and what isn’t. The worst feeling is paying a lot of money for something and then finding out it’s not what you expected.
You can avoid buyer’s remorse by using the services of a cruise expert in planning your next trip. I’ve taken more than 30 ocean and river cruises around the world, and I’ve been on a wide variety of luxury cruise lines. In addition to that firsthand experience, it’s part of my job to keep up with the latest developments in the cruise industry, as well as anything that could affect it, from health and safety protocols to weather forecasts.
I know that a cruise is an investment — in time and money. You want to get the best value, and have the best experience on your cruise. As a travel advisor who specializes in luxury ocean and river cruises, I take great pride in offering my clients a high level of personal service.
Sometimes it’s hard to know the right questions to ask. If this is your first cruise, I’ll guide you through the process, helping you decide where and when to go, and telling you what to expect from the moment you board until you return home. If you’re a cruise veteran, I can suggest new ships and new destinations to visit. I’ll also explain cancellation policies, options for purchasing trip insurance and tell you that all of the fine print means. Plus, I love creating unique, customized pre- and post-cruise packages that allow you to extend your cruise and discover even more of your destination.
Have more time than a week or two? Let's discuss your options for an extended or world cruise, allowing you to discover more of the world in luxury.
My obligation doesn’t end when you depart for your cruise. I want you to have peace of mind while you’re away from home. If you have a problem or emergency at any point, you can always contact me.
A cruise expert like me can also offer you perks that you won’t be able to get on your own. As a member of the Travel Leaders Network, I have access to special amenities available on more than 3,000 cruise departures, such as onboard credits, complimentary gratuities, and welcome aboard gifts.
I also can offer you access to the exclusive Distinctive Voyages program, available on more than 500 departures each year from destinations in the United States and around the world, across 12 luxury oceangoing and river cruise lines.
Distinctive Voyages includes complimentary amenities such as the services of a dedicated and knowledgeable host who’s focused on ensuring you enjoy your cruise, a private welcome reception and an exclusive shore event that’s designed to help you connect with the local culture. Some sailings also include the option of a personal tour with a private car and driver.
If you’re a food and wine enthusiast, you’ll love Distinctive Voyages’ culinary-themed sailings that include demonstrations from renowned chefs, cooking classes, galley tours and tastings.
Every cruise ship has a different vibe and every person has a different travel style. My goal is to help you explore all of the options so that you can choose a cruise that best fits your interests, vacation time and budget. A cruise can be a wonderfully relaxing and exciting time away from your daily routine, and I want to make it memorable.
Contact me to schedule a planning consultation and get started on your luxury or river cruise!