Want to avoid the crowds and still have all the comforts? I arrange luxury and casual small ship cruise vacations for individuals and families, in Alaska and worldwide. I am passionate about the small ships, both adventure/expedition and luxury all-inclusive, for unparalleled access to wildlife and wilderness scenery, away from the crowds.ahhh!
And in this time of social distancing, there is no better time to move over into the "small ship camp"!. The internet is great, but no point & click website/app can match professional personal travel planning for YOUR special vacation!. And if you call a cruise line direct, you're just getting one perspective on one aspect of your trip.
And in this time of social distancing, there is no better time to move over into the "small ship camp"!. The internet is great, but no point & click website/app can match professional personal travel planning for YOUR special vacation!. And if you call a cruise line direct, you're just getting one perspective on one aspect of your trip.
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The travel industry has changed drastically with the internet. The need for a friendly navigator through the overwhelming amount of information is higher than ever before. I have been booking Alaska for MANY years and my experience can help make a good trip into a great one!
My preferred affiliations and volume allows me to pass along discounts and valuable amenities (on most departures of larger ships and tours) not available anywhere else, including booking directly with suppliers.Small ships don't have many discounts or amenities to get you to book- they don't need to!
My preferred affiliations and volume allows me to pass along discounts and valuable amenities (on most departures of larger ships and tours) not available anywhere else, including booking directly with suppliers.Small ships don't have many discounts or amenities to get you to book- they don't need to!
The founder of Alaska and Beyond, Patty Crichton, is no stranger to the travel/cruise industry. After her first cruise in 1981, she was sold on the concept of cruising and began a long career that will continue until that last cruise into the sunset! She managed one of the first cruise-only agencies in the country way back in 1981.
Patty is a cruise industry veteran. She opened one of the first cruise-only agencies in the'80s in Tucson, then worked onboard the Holland America ships in Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexico, and the Caribbean. After being transferred to Michigan, she opened the first Alaska-only agency where she was a top office for both Holland America and 2 Alaska small ship companies.
Here are some common questions/comments to ask yourself or me to get started: (answers not provided because they're different for everyone!) My friends recommend Regent which includes everything- air, drinks, tips, and shore excursions. We usually get a balcony suite on Holland America- which is the best deal?
I am passionate about these Alaska small ship cruises for avoiding the crowds and really experiencing Alaska up-close. Now's the time to book your small ship cruise for next summer; some itineraries and cabins sell out a year or more in advance. Call/email me for brochure or info today. Forget the dress-up clothes and the crowds.
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Heather Nimlin-Lovell
Dec 02, 2021
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Precision details to making sure you have the best vacation experience ever. Patty works with you to match your personal preferences to flights, area transportation needs, accommodations, tours, and all the other things to make your travel easy and fun. You never have to stress about your travels when you choose Alaska and Beyond!