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Travel that moves through the world, not past it.

You're in the right place if…

→ your weekends are too valuable for cabin-grade research.

→ you're done with mainstream cruise lines.

→ you're organizing a trip for twelve across three generations.

→ you're planning your fortieth anniversary.

→ you've never cruised but you're ready to start right.

Beyond the Ship. Beautifully Planned.

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Beyond the Ship. Beautifully Planned.

Curated luxury river and ocean voyages, planned with intention by an advisor who has sailed every ocean and walked every continent.

The core of my passion is to create unique, authentic and extraordinary travel experiences. I’m as passionate about travel as you are, and I believe that vacations should be epic, life-changing voyages.

About
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The Approach

Three things every traveler deserves.

Curated Experiences
01

Curated Experiences

Every itinerary built around your pace, your interests, and the moments that matter to you.

Seamless Planning
02

Seamless Planning

Logistics handled end to end. Flights, transfers, dining, excursions, and the small details in between.

Someone In Your Corner
03

Someone In Your Corner

A real advisor to call before, during, and after your trip. Peace of mind travels with you.

Who This Is For

You're in the right place if…

01

Your time matters more than your research hours.

You earn well, travel well, and would rather spend a Saturday with people you love than three weekends comparing cabin upgrades and shore excursions.

02

You've cruised before. You're ready for what's next.

You know what a buffet line feels like and you're done with it. You're ready for small ships, quiet ports, and the kind of crew who remembers your drink order on night two.

03

You're the one organizing the family.

Eight people, three generations, four dietary preferences, two strollers, one teenager who wants Wi-Fi. You need a trip that works for everyone — and someone else to herd the cats.

04

You're marking something that matters.

An anniversary, a retirement, a big birthday, the trip you promised each other when the kids were small. The occasion deserves more than a generic itinerary.

05

You've never cruised. You're curious, not convinced.

You've heard the stereotypes. You're not sure which line, which river, which cabin, which season. You don't want a starter pack — you want someone to start you well.

Overwater bungalows in a turquoise lagoon

A curated series

Inspiring Itineraries

A growing library of journeys I love — the kind of trips I plan for clients again and again. Use them as starting points; every one becomes its own when I shape it around you. New itineraries added each month.

Transformed by Travel

A few of the trips I've designed.

Real clients, real itineraries — what they asked for, what I booked, and what they said when they got home.

A No-Fly Alaska Rail & Cruise Expedition — lead photo
A No-Fly Alaska Rail & Cruise Expedition — supporting photo
A No-Fly Alaska Rail & Cruise Expedition — supporting photo

Client Journey

A No-Fly Alaska Rail & Cruise Expedition

Ed, Karen, Michael & Emily

What the client asked for

A fully curated land-and-sea journey designed for travelers seeking Alaska without the need to fly. Two couples planning an Alaska cruise sought a creative solution for one traveler who preferred not to fly — the result was a fully immersive rail-and-cruise expedition that transformed transportation into part of the experience.

What I booked for them

The journey began with an Amtrak sleeper route from Texas to the West Coast, continuing through Los Angeles and up to Seattle before boarding a seven-night Alaska cruise with balcony accommodations for uninterrupted views of Alaska's dramatic coastline. Shore experiences included private whale watching, glacier region excursions, and time with sled-dog puppies. After the cruise, the journey continued by rail with an overnight stay in Chicago before returning home across the Midwest. Custom spiral-bound travel guides outlined every segment — train routes, cruise details, and curated experiences.

"Fantastic tour. We had a fabulous time. No rain and clear visibility the entire trip. Thanks for arranging it!"

Free 4-minute quiz

What should your next vacation actually be?

Fifteen quick questions about your travel style, where you've been, and what you actually want to do. I'll hand you a personalized travel persona and the itineraries built for it — no guessing, no generic lists.

  • A personalized travel personaOne of five archetypes — from "close-to-home explorer" to "deep cultural immersion."
  • Two or three matched itinerariesHand-picked destinations, ships, and experiences that fit how you actually answered.

In Their Words

A few more notes from travelers.

Our first trip to Europe couldn't have been more perfect. Everything was so well organized, and we loved how easy it was to travel between cities. The river cruise was a highlight, and the train journeys were surprisingly one of our favorite parts!
Client
Our honeymoon to South Africa was the trip of our dreams. With Kat's help we were worry free from the very beginning and most importantly we felt safe the entire time as a result of her help.
Hayden and Lauren
We could not have planned or enjoyed this amazing vacation without Kat's planning expertise and connections. The birthday cake was so thoughtful, and when we needed help with insurance, she guided us through everything.
Sheffield Siblings
Thank you, Kat, for a wonderful trip! The Anne Frank House was amazing and our Lucerne guides were so knowledgeable. Looking forward to our next trip!
Don and Linda

Free 3-minute quiz

Curious if a river cruise is for you?

Built for ocean cruise lovers. Twelve questions and you'll know with confidence — plus I'll match you to itineraries you'll love.

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From the Field

Forty years. Seven continents. Five oceans.

After 100+ countries, all 7 continents, sailing all 5 oceans and almost 40 years of traveling, sharing my experiences and wanderlust has become my passion.

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