Frequently Asked Questions

Unlike booking sites, we offer expert guidance, access to exclusive perks, and 1-on-1 support all at no extra cost to you. As a professional travel advisor, we tailor every trip to your preferences, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. 

At Astonishing Travel, our services are typically free to you. We earn commissions from trusted travel partners — so you get expert planning, exclusive offers, and upgrades without paying extra. 

Each trip includes itinerary customization, booking management, exclusive upgrades, pre-departure prep, and 24/7 support while you travel. We don’t just book trips, we build extraordinary experiences tailored just for you. 

We design luxury vacations, cruises, guided tours, and all-inclusive getaways. Whether you're planning a honeymoon, multigenerational trip, solo adventure, or group tour, we’ll help you travel in style and comfort. 

We’re not just travel planners, we’re world explorers and certified professionals who prioritize relationships over transactions. With firsthand experience on all 7 continents, elite partnerships, and concierge-level service, we design vacations with heart, strategy, and style. 

Not at all! We work with clients across the U.S. and beyond via email, phone, and virtual appointments. Wherever you are, we bring professional planning directly to you. 

It’s easy! Click Contact Us to schedule a free consultation. We’ll learn about your travel goals and design a customized itinerary just for you. 

Yes! We specialize in group travel including family reunions, milestone celebrations, incentive trips, and destination weddings. We handle everything - airfare, accommodations, event coordination, and group perks so you can celebrate without the stress. 

Absolutely. We partner with Silversea, Regent Seven Seas, Oceania, AmaWaterways, and other top-tier cruise lines to offer you exclusive amenities like shipboard credits, suite upgrades, and VIP experiences. 

Yes! You’ll still receive points or rewards with most cruise lines, hotels, and travel suppliers and we’ll often add bonus amenities on top of that. You never lose out when booking with us. 

Absolutely. We’ll guide you through selecting the right travel protection based on your trip type, value, and needs. From medical emergencies to trip interruptions, we ensure you're protected every step of the way. 

Yes. We stay up to date with passport rules, visa requirements, and international entry protocols. You’ll receive guidance before departure so you can travel confidently and compliantly. 

Of course! We work closely with hotels, cruise lines, and tour providers to ensure your trip is comfortable and inclusive. Whether you need accessible rooms, dietary-friendly meals, or medical support, we’ve got you covered. 

Yes! From European rail journeys to African safaris with stopovers, we specialize in seamless, multi-leg trips. Our advisors coordinate all logistics, including transfers, flights, guides, and accommodations for a smooth journey from start to finish. 

Yes, but we recommend booking well in advance. Holiday travel is competitive, and our insider access helps secure the best flights, rooms, and perks even when demand is high. 

We recommend booking cruises and tours 6 to 12 months in advance, especially for popular destinations or limited-time offers. Early booking ensures the best cabins, pricing, and exclusive perks. 

For first-time cruisers, we often recommend the Caribbean, Alaska, or Mediterranean, offering a balance of culture, scenery, and smooth sailing. We’ll help you choose the perfect ship and itinerary based on your preferences. 

Yes! We can assist with last-minute cruises, flights, tours, and hotel stays. Our supplier relationships give us access to options you may not see online, even at the eleventh hour. 

We proudly work with:

• Tauck
• Collette
• Globus
• AmaWaterways
• G Adventures
• Funjet Vacations
• Goway Travel
• Adventures by Disney
• Hyatt Hotels
• Hilton
• Marriott International
• Rocky Mountaineer
• Sandals and Beaches Resorts
• Universal Parks and Resorts
• Royal Caribbean International
• Carnival Cruise Line
• Costa Cruise Lines
• Crystal Cruises
• Cunard Line
• Azamara Cruises
• Atlas Ocean Voyages
• Disney Cruise Line
• Explora Journeys
• Holland America Line
• Hurtigruten
• MSC Cruises USA
• Norwegian Cruise Line
• Oceania Cruises
• Princess Cruises
• Celebrity Cruises
• Regent Seven Seas Cruises
• American Cruise Lines
• Avalon Waterways
• Uniworld River Cruises
• Riverside Luxury Cruises
• Seabourn Cruise Line
• Star Clippers
• Virgin Voyages
• Viking
  …and many more premium partners to ensure your trip is exceptional.