Academy Cruise Planners

10/08/2024

Good through 8/30/2024 on all new, non-group bookings sailing after October 15 2024.

21/05/2024

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10/03/2024

Want to see China in comfort in 2024? Viking is offering free round trip airfare and reduced cruise fares. Call/text/e-mail me: 571-319-7339, [email protected]

05/02/2024

Hey everyone: USMA 81 has three trips on the horizon. Please join us on any and/or all:

October 2024: Lower Danube, Bucharest to Budapest.
May 2025: Rhone River, southern France.
September 2025: Aegean Sea, Istanbul to Athens.

Reach out to me for more info, or to secure your spot: 571-319-7339.

24/07/2023

Viva Las Vegas!

Our Academy Cruise Planner's group traveling Knoxville to Las Vegas saved 34% over retail-- plus exclusive Signature Travel Network perks like a discounted daily resort fee and complimentary WiFi-- booking through us!

Only 103 days to go until a long weekend at Treasure Island's Deluxe Tower in the heart of the world famous Las Vegas Strip!

Are you yearning for the wide open spaces and beautiful neon lights of Sin City? Give Christina a call today 623-850-8131 or send an email to [email protected] and get not only the Academy Cruise Planners value & quality of service you expect, but a local's insight into the Southwest's capital of fun!

08/04/2023

$25 deposit promotion is back - thru 4/30.

24/03/2023

For a limited time, select departures with Viking's European River Cruises include FREE AIRFARE and FREE BEVERAGE PACKAGE, an astonishing value. CALL US TODAY!
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13/03/2023

Searing hot deals are available for Jamaica, from a measly little $489 for ALL INCLUSIVE accommodation, ROUNDTRIP FLIGHTS, FREE UPGRADES TO OCEAN VIEW ROOMS, and even more! Reach out and get booked today!

04/02/2023

LIMITED TIME LOWERED DEPOSIT!

Viking has extended their lowered deposit special! Now until 2/28, it's only $25 PER PERSON to reserve your place on any voyage!

Why not join us to kick off the 2024 Christmas season with a cruise on the Danube? Viking's Danube Christmas Delights cruise travels through central Europe for 8 magical, Christmassy days from Budapest to Passau. Our group has secured a special lowered rate-- contact me today to save your spot!

15/01/2023

I admit that I have a tendency to be overly picky about the quality of writing in travel blogs, but TravelOffPath is a consistently enjoyable and informative site.

I think the NYT did an outstanding job with this year's selection of global travel gems, although I may be biased, as you'll soon see. As a proud Arizonan, I was delighted to see home sweet home occupy two slots of only fifty-two, with both in the Top 20: #3. Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park and #15. Tuscon (honorable mention to our nearby neighbor and fellow land of the Mojave Desert, #6. Palm Springs, CA).

What do you think of these selections? Love 'em? Think they're overrated? Let me know down in the comments!

--Christina

These top 7 destinations were chosen because they offer unique food, culture, adventure, or natural beauty that is worth traveling for.

08/11/2022

Our group for the Paris & the Seine River in May of 23 is almost full! Only 4 cabins left aboard ship. Call us now to get before they're gone!

06/11/2022

COVID vax and pretravel testing requirement is lifted on American Queen cruise line. If you've been waiting for COVID protocols to be lifted before you book travel, you may now cruise on American rivers and coastal waters. Call/text/e-mail me. Now's your time.

21/10/2022

Free Airfare on 2023 River Cruises offer has been extended until the end of the month! Get in touch and grab one of the remaining cabins this month to maximize your savings!

14/10/2022

Free air on any 2023 Rhine or Danube River cruise. Promo ends on October 17th, so call me or Christina NOW!

07/10/2022

Honor the veterans who stormed the beaches of Normandy during the Second World War on the 80th anniversary of the battle in our 2024 Paris and the Heart of Normandy Viking group cruise and exclusive, custom post extension!
FREE SHIPBOARD CREDIT & DISCOUNTED AIRFARE AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO BOOK NOW!
Call, send a message, or text Christina today, at 623-850-8131!

03/10/2022

28 May - 4 June 2024 mini-reunion coinciding with 80th anniversary of D-Day landings. Viking river cruise Paris to Normandy, followed by 2-3 day extension focused on the landings. Who's in?

29/09/2022

We want YOUR input on our 2024 River Cruise Groups! **All participants will be entered to win $50 of shipboard credit from us on their next Viking cruise!**

Message us or drop a comment below letting us know which of these incredible Viking River Cruise itineraries you're interested in for our 2024 exclusive savings groups! If you're already percolating a departure month, or any other details, let us know too- the more info we have from you, the better we can customize our groups!

Exclusive: Special Itineraries to Christmas and holiday markets in Europe, and an exciting opportunity to experience Paris and Normandy while honoring the extraordinary servicemen who stormed the beaches of Normandy on a historic 80th Anniversary of the D-Day Invasion tour group.

United States
Heartland region, Mississippi River (8 Days)
New Orleans & Southeastern US, Mississippi River (8 Days)
New Orleans & Southeastern US Holiday Option

France
Paris & Normandy region, Seine River (8 Days)
Paris & Normandy region Holiday Option (8 Days)
South of France/Riviera region, Rhone River (8 Days)
Paris & Normandy and South of France, Seine and Rhone Rivers (15 Days)
Wine Country, Gironde, Dordogne, & Garrone Rivers (8 Days)
Special Group for June Only; Paris & the Heart of Normandy 80th Anniversary of the D-Day Invasion (8-15 Days, Customizable)

Iberian Peninsula
Portugal only, Douro River (10 days)
Portugal & Spain, Douro River + Madrid Overland tour (13 days)

Western Europe
Rhine River: The Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland (8 Days)
Rhine River Holiday Option
Danube River: Germany, Austria, Hungary (8 Days)
Danube River Holiday Option
Rhine & Danube River: The Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, France, Austria, Hungary (15 Days)
Rhine & Danube River Holiday Option
Rhine River: Tulip Season in Holland and Belgium

Eastern Europe
Danube River + Overland tour: Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary (11 Days)

08/09/2022

Sneak away for 3 nights on the Mayan Riviera from only $349 per person, with flights roundtrip! Call, send a message, or text today at 623-850-8131

01/09/2022

Received this notice from Silversea Cruise Line today. Others are sure to follow soon:

"We are pleased to share that as of 5 September 2022, we have updated our Covid-19 protocols as follows:

Vaccination Requirements:
Silversea Cruises will welcome all travellers aboard our fleet of ultra-luxury ships regardless of vaccination status, where local regulations allow.

Testing Requirements:
Additionally, where local regulations allow, vaccinated travellers will no longer be required to present a negative COVID-19 test prior to embarkation. Unvaccinated travellers may sail aboard Silversea ships by providing proof of a negative COVID-19 antigen or PCR test within 72 hours prior to embarkation.

It is important to note, however, that testing and vaccination requirements may differ for select destinations based on local regulations, including but not limited today to Australia, Canada, and Greece. Where tests are still required, all guests must provide proof of a valid negative test result (printed or digital) at embarkation and should travel with a copy of their test result."

25/08/2022

23/08/2022

USMA Class of '81 is traveling the Rhine in 2023!
Cabins are going fast- only 1 Veranda cabin left on the sailing! Call or text me today to get exclusive savings and travel with friends and colleagues. 623-850-8131

21/08/2022

Are you feeling some regret at not taking the Portugal cruise this year after seeing all those videos? You're in luck. We're doing it again. Call today! 623-850-8131!

Send a message to learn more

20/08/2022

A day in Salamanca.

20/08/2022

Atop the ancient Roman wall in Salamanca.

20/08/2022

Marialva Castle & picnic. Lunch at the foot of a 13th century castle, located along an ancient trade route. Solitude, clear blue skies, and the echoes of history all around.

19/08/2022

The captain maneuvers the ship into this narrow lock from this position outside of the Wheelhouse. Less than 6 inches clearance on either side, and not one bump or scrape: amazing

18/08/2022

Absolutely awesome day of sailing up the Douro River.

18/08/2022

Unpaid endorsements are the best. You can’t help but be impressed once you board ship in Porrto.

18/08/2022

Is the ocean calling for you? Need to experience the full Parrot head way of life?

Brand new Margaritaville on the Mexican Riviera is opening! Be the first to enjoy the sun, sand, and sea, Jimmy Buffet Style!

18/08/2022