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09/06/2026

Alaska has a way of making even seasoned travelers speechless. Erica just got back from her Holland America sailing and she summed it up perfectly: the memories with friends and the unbelievably beautiful scenery.

But here's the part that made us smile most.

"One party in our group didn't use Donovan because they had their own travel agent. They paid more and didn't get as many perks as we did."

That's the whole point of working with an advisor who actually specializes in cruising. Same ship. Same sailing. Different outcome.

Erica also shared this, and it's exactly what we aim for every time. "He provided amazing information from what kind of weather to expect, to a helpful packing guide. We were totally prepared going into the trip. No surprises, which I love!"

Planning an Alaska cruise of your own? Send us a message or visit the contact page on our website. We would love to help you get it right the first time too.

09/05/2026

While everyone else is grilling this weekend, we're digging through our special rates and we found something worth sharing.

We have Christmas Markets river cruises this November and December with up to 55% off. We're talking less than $2,000 per person for a European Christmas market cruise. Yes, really.

And it doesn't stop there. We're also holding rates of 25 to 55% off all the way through early September next year with one of our favorite cruise lines, one you have probably never heard of. This line is fully all inclusive: daily excursions, beer and wine at lunch and dinner, gratuities, wifi, and all dining are already built in. No surprise add ons at checkout.

These rates will not last through the holiday weekend. If a European Christmas market has been on your someday list, now is the moment to make it a this year thing.

Comment DEALS below and we will send you the full rundown, including the line name and exact sailings.

Which Christmas market are you dreaming of this year, Vienna or Prague?

09/04/2026

Adress and I are bringing you a brand new destination in 2029...stay tuned and comment below if Antarctica is on your bucket list!

09/02/2026

ICYMI — Celebrity Cruises and Royal Caribbean just opened their 2028 Alaska season for booking yesterday, and now is the time to move.

I've been sailing both lines for years and just returned from a 12-day Celebrity Denali Cruise Tour this year! Alaska is one of those destinations that genuinely earns every bit of the hype. Whether you're after glaciers, wildlife, Denali, or all of it, I know these itineraries inside and out.

Here's why booking early matters for Alaska: the best cabins go fast, pricing is at its lowest right now, and I have an exclusive $150 onboard credit per balcony or suite cabin on every sailing...but only through October 31.

If you've been thinking about Alaska in 2028, let's talk. Special rates, onboard credit, and someone who's actually been there. That's hard to beat.

08/27/2026

Join us live this Thursday, August 27 at 5 PM ET / 4 PM CT for a new episode of Cruise Chat LIVE. We're breaking down the latest Celebrity Cruises updates, including their newly announced 2028 sailings to Japan and Europe, with special guest Taylor, Inside Sales Manager at Celebrity Cruises.

In this episode we cover what these new Japan and Europe itineraries include, what makes 2028 an exciting year to book with Celebrity Cruises, and answers to the most common questions cruisers are asking about these new routes. Taylor joins us straight from the Celebrity Cruises sales team to give an inside look you will not find anywhere else.

Have a question for Taylor? Drop it in the comments before or during the live stream and we will do our best to get it answered on air.

Cruise Chat LIVE is hosted by E-L-K Travel Co., a boutique, cruise-specialist travel agency. Ready to start planning your Celebrity Cruises vacation? Reach out at elktravelco.com.

Topics covered in this episode:
Celebrity Cruises 2028 itineraries, Celebrity Cruises Japan cruises, Celebrity Cruises Europe cruises, new cruise ship announcements, how to book a Celebrity Cruises vacation

08/26/2026

Celebrity Cruises just dropped their 2028 itineraries, and Japan and Europe are on the list.

This Thursday, August 27 at 5 PM ET / 4 PM CT, join us live for a new episode of Cruise Chat LIVE with special guest Taylor, Inside Sales Manager at Celebrity Cruises.

We are getting the inside scoop on these brand new sailings before most people even know they exist. Which ships are heading to Japan. What the new Europe itineraries look like. And why 2028 might be the best year yet to book with Celebrity.

Taylor is joining us straight from the Celebrity Cruises sales team, so bring your questions. We will be answering them live on air.
If a Japan or Europe cruise has been on your bucket list, you will not want to miss this one.

Drop your questions in the comments now and set a reminder for Thursday.
Want help planning your own Celebrity Cruises vacation? Reach out to our team at elktravelco.com.

Join us live this Thursday, August 27 at 5 PM ET / 4 PM CT for a ne...

08/25/2026

Join us for this episode of Cruise Chat: LIVE as we sit down with special guest Brendan, Cruisetours Sales & Marketing Manager, to dig into everything you need to know about combining a Denali land tour with a Celebrity or Royal Caribbean Alaska cruise.

We'll cover:

-What a Celebrity or Royal Caribbean cruisetour actually includes
-Why Denali National Park is a bucket-list add-on to your Alaska cruise
-How to choose the right cruisetour length and itinerary for your travel style
-What to expect from the wilderness lodges, domed railcars, and guided excursions

Plus — we're teasing the upcoming 2028 Alaska launch, so stick around for a first look at what's coming next season.

Whether you're dreaming of glaciers, grizzlies, or the Denali summit, this episode will help you plan the ultimate Alaska adventure.

📩 Ready to start planning your own Alaska cruisetour? Reach out to E-L-K Travel Co. — we'd love to help you dream it up.

08/24/2026

Ice cracking. Glaciers calving into the sea. A humpback breaching off the bow.

Alaska has a way of making you feel small in the best way.

Holland America's 2028 season opens for booking August 27.

New this year: an 11-day cruise from San Diego (one time only), the newly revolutionized Oosterdam sailing Alaska for the first time, plus Glacier Discovery, Inside Passage, and Alaska Explorer sailings from Seattle and Vancouver.

Book early for the best cabins, best pricing, and Holland America's early booking bonus. Add Have It All early and get prepaid gratuities, upgraded drinks and wifi, shore excursion credit, and specialty dining credit, all included.

Book a balcony or suite by October 26 and we'll add an extra $100 onboard credit. Our treat.

Want first access before booking opens? Schedule your Alaska planning appointment today. Link in bio.

05/21/2026

Through the end of May, $100 onboard credit and free prepaid gratuities when you book your next Celebrity Cruise with E-L-K Travel Co! Stack our offer with Celebrity’s promotions and SAVE!

Contact me today so you don’t miss out!

05/12/2026

🛳️ We just announced our 2027 Sail With Us group cruise and it is a good one. 🌍

Adress Brianna Davis and I are hosting a group sailing on the Rhine River in August 2027, and if you have ever thought about trying a river cruise, this is the trip to do it on. 🚢

Eight days. Four countries. Amsterdam to Basel aboard the AmaVenita by AmaWaterways. 🌏

You wake up in Amsterdam and spend the week floating south through some of the most beautiful scenery in all of Europe. 🖼️ The UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, where 40 medieval castles line both sides of the river. 🏰 The vineyard village of Rüdesheim. The fairytale streets of Strasbourg. The stunning medieval city of Heidelberg. And you finish the week in Basel with the Swiss Alps on the horizon. 🏔️

You unpack exactly once. 🎒

Here is what makes river cruising different from anything else. It is completely casual. No dress codes, no formal obligations, no giant ship with thousands of strangers. Just 170 guests, incredible destinations right outside your door every single morning, and guided excursions included in every port at every activity level. 🚶‍♂️🚴‍♀️ Whether you want to bike through a German vineyard or take a slow walk through a medieval town square, there is a great option for you every day. 🌿

Brianna and I will be on this ship with you from day one to the last morning. We are not booking you a trip and sending you off. We are there with you, helping you plan, exploring ports together, and making sure you get the most out of every single day. 🤝
Now here is the part that matters right now. ✨

Our guests on this sailing save up to $3,000 per couple off the rates you would find on the AmaWaterways website today. 💸 On top of that, everyone in our group receives complimentary prepaid gratuities and a one-category stateroom upgrade. 🎁 These perks and this pricing expire June 30, 2026, and cabins are limited. ⏳

If this has been on your radar at all, now is the time to reach out. 📩

Drop a comment below, send us a message, or click the link in the comments to learn more and reserve your spot before June 30. 📝

We would love to have you with us on this one. 🌊