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f there’s one thing we’re certain of, after booking more than Regardless of whether you are using a Future Cruise Credit
I10,000 World Cruises since our company’s inception in or making a new booking, we can provide even more value
1987, it’s that our clients’ passion for cruising is real—in fact,
to your cruise vacation. We are here to help you navigate the
FOCUS it’s stronger than ever. Ask any of our Cruise Consultants to travel landscape and address any concerns you may have so
that you can book with confidence. We can also help you
recap a typical day from the past year, and they will recount
client comments such as, “I hope to be sailing again soon!” Or,
protect your vacation with travel insurance and help you
understand all cancellation and refund options available.
“We’re so excited to be booked on our next cruise!”
Right now, we’re seeing increased opportunity for cruising.
on the This is the first year in our company history that we have two
years of World Cruise departures to sell—both 2022 and
2023. Two cruise lines, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven
Seas Cruises®, sold out their 2023 World Cruises on their
FUTURE opening day, and Viking Cruises shortly followed. One-third

of all 2023 World Cruises are sold out. Contact us if you wish
to review the current options.

While World Cruises and Grand Voyages are popular with
many of our clients, we see pent-up demand across the board.
Some cruise lines have even started opening reservations for
2024, including Crystal Cruises’ yacht, Crystal Esprit. There
is strong interest in Europe—both ocean and river cruising— Clients Jun and Clydie with Cruise Consultant
the Caribbean, and the United States. From coast to coast, Teresa Skeim in early 2020
travelers can choose from the Mississippi River, the Columbia
and Snake Rivers, and others. Coastal cruises (think WE’RE EXCITED FOR YOU
Los Angeles or San Francisco to Mexico and back) make We’ve appreciated hearing from clients as they have filled
for a convenient getaway, and the 2022 Alaska season shows unexpected extra time in their schedules over the past year.
extremely high interest. We’ve heard about home makeovers, backyard enhancements,
bonus time with furry friends at home, plus lots of reading
GET MORE FOR YOUR and watching past travel videos. As adjustments have been
TRAVEL INVESTMENT made to longtime travel dreams, Cruise Specialists is at your
side. We received this heartwarming note from our clients
One trend we are seeing from clients holding Future Cruise Milton and Betty: “Our Cruise Consultant, LynnDee King,
Credits: They are moving their travel budgets forward and does a super job. With cancellations to not one but two
getting more than they would have for their original cruise. cruises, she worked extensively to iron out all the details of the
We agree; it is an excellent opportunity to upgrade your cabin changes. She has gone way beyond normal work for us; she’s
or suite or add extra days to visit a few more destinations. a gem! Plus, we’re most excited about our upcoming travels to
After all, there is catching up to do! A reminder that if you are South America and the Panama Canal; Japan and the Pacific
holding a Future Cruise Credit, check the expiration date and Rim; and the Eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea with
contact us to redeem it. Regent Seven Seas Cruises!” We thank all our clients for your

Our Hosted Voyage program provides a tremendous friendship and business as we look to a brighter future. We
value-add to your trip. You receive the benefits of a Voyage can’t wait to start hearing your travel stories again!
Host and amenities such as exclusive shore events or
other perks, depending on your voyage. We offer dozens “ We have used this time to get organized and plan
of hosted departures each year through our exclusive
Cruise Specialists program and through our membership more exciting adventures.” – Will & Nancy, clients
in Travel Leaders Network. of Diane Ritchey

Sunnylvsfjorden, Norway

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