All About Me
I want nothing more than to find the most romantic adventures for my clients...
My love for romance began in high school when I started dating the “Man of my Dreams”! We continued dating through high school and college where I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Family Social Science with an emphasis in Marriage and Family. At one point, I wanted to become a Marriage and Family therapist.
Two weeks after we both graduated from college, we were married. Following the wedding, I decided to go back to school where I earned my Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management while I was at home raising our three beautiful children. I was very fortunate and happy to be able to stay at home for 23 years.
When my youngest son went off to college, I decided it was time for me to find something to do. After many years of being a stay-at-home mom, I knew that I needed to do something that I had a great passion for…not just any old job. So, with great support from my family and friends I bought a Cruise Planners Franchise in 2017. Since that time, I have helped many couples find that spark that ignites their romance again through travel.
I enjoy getting to know my clients and building long-term relationships with them. I have come to learn that my NICHE is romance travel. I love to work with couples to create a fabulous honeymoon, a fairytale anniversary, a romantic journey or a memorable expedition that will bring them closer together. I save them time and make getting there as easy as being there! Whether it is a river, ocean or expedition cruise, I want nothing more than to find the best and most romantic vacation for my client.
Industry Certifications:
Cruise Line International Association (CLIA): Certified Cruise Counselor (since 2017), Accredited Cruise Counselor, Master Cruise Counselor (2019), Elite Cruise Counselor (2020)
CLIA: Specialty and Boutique Cruises, Luxury Cruises, Group Cruises, Meetings and Events at Sea
The Travel Institute: Travel Agent Proficient (since 2017), Certified Travel Agent, CTA (2020)
American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), Verified Travel Advisor, VTA (2020)
Special Needs Group: Certified Accessible Travel Advocate (since 2017)
Allianz Insurance: Travel Insurance Specialist (2019)
Germany Tourism Training (2019)
Rail Europe: European Rail Expert (TRAC) (2018)
CIE Certification: British Collection and Shamrock Certification (2017)
Travel Agent University: River Cruise Specialist (2017)
Rocky Mountaineer Tracks Program Specialist (2019)
Cruise Line Certifications
Did you know that each cruise line has training modules that travel agents are encouraged to complete? These modules can last from 4-40 hours. Once I complete the training, I am better able to help you pick the perfect cruise. Furthermore, each cruise line is constantly changing or adding new ships and we need to take refresher courses every year to keep up with the industry.
I have successfully completed the following cruise line training programs:
Princess
Oceania
Azamara
Celebrity
Royal Caribbean
MSC Cruises
AMA Waterways
Regent Seven Seas
Holland America
Disney Cruises
Hurtigruten
Windstar
Alaska Specialist Training
The Travel Institute: Alaska Certified Expert
Alaska Travel Industry Association: Alaska Certified Expert
Visit Anchorage Alaska: Anchorage Wild Expert (AWE) Certification I, II, III
Princess Cruises: Alaska Destination Specialist
Holland American Cruises: Alaska Destination Specialist
