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Cruise Specialists Introduces Amazing Aussie Adventure: “Boomerang Voyage”

Maggie Blehert

Back by popular demand! Cunard and Cruise Specialists are pleased to offer the Boomerang Voyage for 2017. Step aboard Cunard's Queen Elizabeth for a cruise to Australia, then enjoy a week-plus guided land tour across the land Down Under. Then return to San Francisco aboard Queen … [Read more...]

Cruise News, Cunard Cruise Reviews, Cunard World Cruise Reviews, General Interest, Hosted Cruises, South Pacific Cruise Reviews

Meet Voyage Hosts Henk and Lucia Barnhoorn

Maggie Blehert

world cruise in Ephesus

Henk and Lucia Barnhoorn are longtime Voyage Hosts for Cruise Specialists. They both originally hail from The Netherlands, and they share a passion for cruising and meeting people from around the globe. This includes all of our guests who cruise with them on a hosted cruise, … [Read more...]

Cruise Specialists Benefits, General Interest, Hosted Cruises

What Makes a Christmas Cruise Special? Our Hosts Chime In

Justin Gibson

Christmas morning aboard Holland America

If you’re longing to put some wonder and delight back into Christmas (after all, it can be a stressful time of year), look toward the sea and take a cruise that includes the Christmas holiday. Cruise lines make Christmas at sea absolutely wonderful! We spoke with Henk and … [Read more...]

Cruise FAQs, General Interest, Holland America Line Cruise Reviews, Hosted Cruises

Getting to Know Your World Cruise Crew

Justin Gibson

Getting to know your cruise ship staff

Ahoy! Ready to set sail for adventure? Then welcome aboard! This invitation has been luring travelers to the open sea for centuries. Luckily, today’s luxury liners are a far cry from the “rustic” vessels of yore, where accommodations were cramped, dining was informal and there … [Read more...]

Azamara World Cruise Reviews, Cruise FAQs, Hosted Cruises, River Cruises

Grand Voyage vs World Cruise – Is there a difference?

Justin Gibson

Silver Whisper Puerto Rico

We’re not just bragging about ourselves when we tell you we're a top producer for Holland America Line, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard Line, Seabourn, Silversea and other cruise lines.It means our clients receive special benefits and recognition aboard every … [Read more...]

Cruise Specialists Benefits, Grand Voyages, Hosted Cruises, World Cruise Reviews

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Maggie Blehert

Her ideal travel day: venturing to a new place, learning something interesting and sharing a smile.
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Steve and Wendy Bodenheimer
Cruise Specialists Voyage Hosts reporting on their round the world journeys.
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The Avid Cruiser. Well-traveled and insightful. Helping you make informed cruise decisions.
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