Esperanza worked in the cruise industry for many years. After being away for a while we decided to open our own business and get back to what she loves best, helping others plan amazing vacations.
Tony has always had a wanderlust about him. His ability to research and discover unique experiences is a great compliment to our team approach.
Together our clients are in good hands with the knowledge that they have experts who will help them with any curve balls that may come their way.
We would welcome the opportunity to help create your next travel adventure.
Hours of Operation
Monday
10:00am - 5:30pm
Tuesday
10:00am - 5:30pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 5:30pm
Thursday
10:00am - 5:30pm
Friday
10:00am - 5:30pm
Saturday
10:00am - 2:00pm
Sunday
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Testimonials
Hi Tony,
Mei and I returned successfully from our trip to London, Arctic and Iceland. Weather was great, and everything went off without an hitch. Thanks for your help.
Here are a few photos from the National Geographic cruise.
Looking forward to Rocky Mountaineer! Mei tells me I have to get to work on her Japan cruise.- Douglas S.
Tony & Esperanza, words cannot express how happy we were with our Alaskan Cruse you guys scheduled for us. Your personal experiences in selecting our excursions was absolutely breathtaking. We could have never make all these arrangements on our our. The ship and it's staff could not be more accommodating. We look forward to scheduling future trips through you guys and 100% recommend your services to others. Thank you both for a memorable trip of a lifetime.- Wayne C.
Hello fellow explorers. We have recently returned from an amazing holiday along Father Rhine on board the AMASerena travelling from Amsterdam to Basel.
The trip was organised by Esperanza and Tony DeMarco. We have never had such a well organised holiday. Even before we embarked the ship, they had organised a meet up with fellow travellers firstly on zoom prior to flying out, and then for supper in Amsterdam the evening before we sailed. It was great to get to know everyone.
Every detail of the vacation were carefully considered and they were only a phone call away to help with any questions or concerns we had regarding our booking.
The AMASerena is a beautiful vessel with attentive and friendly staff. Nothing was too much trouble.
Our dining experiences on board were second to none and food was plentiful.
Our cabin was spotless and comfortable.
The excursions were varied and interesting with knowledgeable tour leaders.
Tony and Esperanza checked on us regularly to ensure we were ok, it being our first cruise.
I noticed how they also checked on everyone ensuring their excursions were as expected. They also help to make disembarking the ship stress free by ensuring everyone’s onward journey’s were going to plan.
We would not hesitate to plan a future vacation with Esperanza and Tony of Cruiseplanners.
Thanks, we had an amazing time.- Rayner C.
Me and my husband went on our very first River Cruise with Tony and Esperanza planning every detail!! They were also on the cruise with us! It was the most amazing time! Their help from the very beginning stages to the end and answering all our questions made such a big difference!! We could never have planned something like this on our own and will always remember this fabulous trip thanks to them!- Vickie H.
They went above and beyond and made us feel so welcomed and made sure we were truly enjoying ourselves. They were wonderful- Patricia L.
We had such a great trip. We loved the place we stayed and the all-inclusive was really nice. The kids and Adam went parasailing and on a snorkeling sail. We went to St. John for a day as well. It was beautiful. It was a dream vacation for sure. Thank you for all of your help!
Amy- Amy O.
What a fabulous adventure to New Zealand we had! This was not a cruise. We flew over and Esperanza had every detail worked out perfectly, from pick-up at the airport to drop-off at the airport. The accommodations were each a little different, and all were just amazing. The B&B hosts were welcoming and amazing chefs, and the hotels were well-appointed and in the best locations close to restaurants and attractions.
Each tour was designed based on our interests and everything went without a hitch. This is the first time we've used anyone to plan our trip with us, and I'm so glad we did. There was so much that we didn't know we didn't know! I'm now sold on travel planners - and can't think of a single reason to use anyone but Esperanza and Tony!- Sue R.
I didn't know how much I would love Africa. The lush green, sunsets that took your breath away, elephants, elephants, giraffes, and more elephants. Lions pumbas and hyenas oh my. Tony and Esperanza out did themselves, and that's saying a lot, Italy was the best trip up until this one. I love the ease of everything is planned and ready. Show up with your bag, and let the adventure begin.- Gaye A.
Cruise planners made the entire process clear and seamless. Esperanza's knowledgeable guidance is a real plus in navigating the many cruise options available.- Harold K.
Esperanza was such a godsend! It became clear to me that I would need help in planning this, and once I met with her, all stress was taken off my plate. Being able to contact her with questions in the lead up to the trip (as we had never traveled internationally) and even calling in a panic while there was incredible. I will never plan a vacation without her again!!!- Margaret A.
My adult son and I took our first trip to Japan to do some sightseeing. We had ideas of what we wanted to do, but didn't have any idea about where to start with planning an itinerary. We reached out to Esperanza and gave her ideas of places we wanted to see and she started researching. She came back to us with several options and packages and we were thrilled. We looked through all of the ideas and selected a package most closely resembling our ideas. We took our trip and had an amazing time. It felt like a very well planned out whirlwind with private tour guides who adjusted for all of our ideas. We recommend Esperanza and her agency for trip planning.- Kim H.
The Africa Safari was a trip of a lifetime. Well planned, great group to travel with, excellent places to stay, and friendly staff at all. Special treats and surprises. and oh those roads!!!! And ....... could we have seen any more animals? WOW!- Andrea M.
We had a fabulous time in England!! We spent time in Bath, Oxford, London, and what I call "Austenland." Esperanza is AMAZING!!! She booked our hotels, rental car, travel insurance, and gave us plenty of great advice and tips. She reassured me about my husband driving on the "wrong" side of the road, and she was right!! Travelling by car was definitely the best way to see the country, and get where you want to go on your own timetable. After a day or so, my husband was an old hand at it! And my son helped with navigation, while I sat in the backseat and prayed. The tube for London was easy! Esperanza helped keep me calm as the trip got closer and I was getting nervous about our first family trip out of the country! It was a relief to know there was someone back in the states whom I could get a hold of quickly if needed. Thank you, Esperanza! I will recommend you and Cruise Planners to everyone who wants help on planning a trip!- Monica W.
Thank you for helping set-up this trip. It was long time coming and we enjoyed every minute. The added dessert in our stateroom was appreciated.- Lina H.
Esperanza knows it all! Not only did she help me get signed up correctly, she answered my questions and kept me on task when I needed to respond to requests from Holland America. She also handled my airfare to and from the cruise. Her expertise and friendly attitude helped me feel confident. I was way ahead of many of the others on board because Esperanza suggested the Holland America App - great tool to keep a traveler organized. Well done, Esperanza!- Andrea M.
We were so grateful for Esperanza’s help with planning and booking our trip to Iceland and Scotland. It was so nice to know all of the details were taken care of, it really made for a stress free experience!- Cami C.
The entire trip, cruise and land tour was fantastic! Would recommend a Cruisetour to anyone. Quite pleased with the help Esperanza gave us with all the arrangements, planning and accommodations. Will be planning my next travel destination with her.- Brenda O.
Esperanza helped us plan our dream trip of a lifetime and made sure everything was perfectly in place well before our trip which made for a stress free first time trip to Europe. We had a magical time and are already talking with her to help us plan our next trip to Italy. We could not have made this trip happen without her expertise !- Melissa F.
Esperanza was a huge help planning our 25th wedding anniversary cruise. With covid (lifting) and all the craziness with the airlines she was patient and she answered all of our questions. When going with a large group everyone has different concerns and she navigated that well.
Thank you for taking the guess work out of the travel plans!- Misty T.
Once again, we put together a fairly demanding trip request for Cruise Planners -- and once again, they delivered. No matter where we want to go, Tony and Esperanza always find the best places for us to stay. It really takes the stress out of trip planning and it lets us focus on enjoying our vacation.- Jon O.
My wife and I contacted Esperanza when we realized that as much as we have traveled in the past, we really needed someone's assistance with booking a longer, probably foreign vacation. We had a few ideas but upon meeting with her, she suggested one more destination that was not even on our radar. Fast forward, we have just come back from a 11 day honeymoon in St Lucia (her suggestion) It was a fantastic experience, probably the best single vacation that either of us have ever taken. It was very easy and seamless, from meeting with her, all the way through the honeymoon and back home. We can't thank her enough and would surely recommend Esperanza for anyone looking for help!
We planned a family cruise with the help of Esperanza at Cruise Planners and it was fantastic. So much care was given to the various family members' needs and wants. Esperanza was very attentive to everything we wanted to do and helped immensely. We highly recommend Cruise Planners for you next travel experience. Ron and Barb W.
Esperanza (and Tony) planned our whirlwind trip thru Italy. She was fantastic at keeping us up to date before the trip with any changes (covid issues). The trip was well-planned, she took care of everything including transfers and day tours. We decided to add a few extra days and Esperanza helped with suggestions and advice for those days as well. We are looking forward to our next adventure with these two. Happy Travels!!- Amy B.
Went with Esparanza and Tony to Italy. What an amazing trip they found. My husband has traveled Europe, and has never experienced such a well planed trip. We decided to continue to Spain afterwards. Esparanza found us a hotel and found great flights for us to get there and back. Not our first trip she has planned for us. We look forward to the next adventure!- Gaye A.
We've used Cruise Planners multiple times for cruises and trips to Europe. We definitely like to travel "off the beaten path" with very custom itineraries. Tony and Esperanza always come through matching great hotels, transport, tours, and support to our wishes. Plus, it's great knowing we've got experts who can help us with any curve balls that come our way. We highly recommend using their services for your travel needs.- Jon O.
Esperanza was so helpful in planning and booking my first international trip. I had originally reached out to a different travel agent and the lack of communication wasn’t working for me. I connected with Esperanza and let her know that I was going to need some hand holding and would have a ton of questions. Esperanza handled all my questions and calmed my nerves. My trip was exquisitely perfect and I am so grateful. Can’t wait to plan my next globetrotting adventure.- Michelle J.
Thank you SO SO much for our trip! We had THE best time.?? The flowers were so beautiful, my husband didn’t even think they were real.
I wanted to give Todd some time to absorb his experience and this morning we looked through an NCL brochure that happened to be sitting on the table this morning.????
We are ready to book another cruise in 2022.
Misty Tandecki
Esperanza & Tony –
Thank you so much for helping us go to Disneyland with the family! What a great trip it was. You guys made it so simple and stress free that we cannot wait to call you again for our next trip. Thanks again guys!! A. Owens
I want to thank Esperanza DeMarco for all her work on booking our cruise. We weren't sure if we were going to go or not. But, we decided to go. It was a nice cruise and it was nice to arrive to our cabin to a floral arrangement and chocolate covered strawberries delivered later. I had many questions before the cruise and Esperanza was very patient with me. I definitely would recommend Cruise Planners to my friends.- Audra R.
Esperanza, you made it impossible not to enjoy our cruise experience. We booked our first cruise on our own so I have a frame of reference for how much easier it was to book through you. It was completely stress free. You clearly communicate every step of the process. You took care of so many details in the background. You were able to guarantee adjoining cabins with my parents. You took care of every detail from airport to cruise terminal. The app and check lists put every step of the process at our fingertips. I could go on and on but will keep it short; I will never book a cruise on my own again. You have earned a life long customer. - Carl D.
We enjoyed our trip to Nashville that you planned for us. The hotel had a spectacular view and was within walking distant to all the downtown attractions. Visited museums for some of the great country singers, including the Grand Ole Opry, and plantations. Thank You so much for planning our trip. We look forward to you planning future trips for us.
Jeff & Heidi McQuay- Jeffrey M.
Esperanza is so good to her clients and really goes the extra mile to make their trips personal, memorable, and exactly the adventure they are looking for! We usually book our own trips until we decided to travel to Rome and Sardinia, on a 2 week long trip (part leisure/part business) with a lot of moving parts! We decided we needed the help of an expert on this one, and that's exactly what we got.
Esperanza put together the perfect package for us, and we were able to enjoy every moment or our trip! She also spent the time finding out from us what we were looking for, asking questions, and getting to know us.
I would highly recommend working with Esperanza and Tony! We're currently in the process of planning another trip to Europe (another challenging one....off the tourist grid with more moving parts) and we wouldn't do it without them!
We're clients for life! Thank you for the great experiences and memories, Esperanza!
Esperanza is/was so amazing to work with! She was so patient with me when I changed my mind a few times on our travel dates and options in our package. She is always looking for ways to help us save money, currently found special deals to save us hundreds on our current trip! She even sent me a brochure that she took the time to make and some merchandise so that we could surprise our kids on Christmas Day in a fun way!
I would recommend them to anyone!! Maegan S
This was our first cruise; Esperanza was very helpful and very patient as we sorted through all the questions and concerns we had. Everything came out great, very much due to Esperanza's expert tutelage!- Paul J.
Wanted to thank Esperanza for all her of help and service with our first cruise. The service was outstanding and all the followups were greatly appreciated. All the service we received made our first cruise an excellent experience!! I would strongly recommend Esperanza for your next travel plans.
Thanks again. Caroline M
As first time cruisers, we were totally in the dark about the world of cruising. Esperanza was very responsive to our needs and numerous questions and handled all details of our trip efficiently, professionally and cheerfully. We were very pleased with her service all-around and heartily recommend her to others. Better yet, we loved our Holland America cruise to Alaska; a bucket list trip that surpassed our expectations!
Elizabeth and Ralph
- Elizabeth F.
Thank you so much Esperanza! Our trip was so much fun. I really appreciated your attention to detail and that you were so available to answer questions right up until the day before we left. It was an unforgettable experience to share with Mom.
Regards,
- Linda H.
We recently returned from a 7 day Disney Cruise with the entire family in tow. We are not vacationers and were very offset by the potential prep work. In fact, the worry that we were going to miss something kept us from booking a Cruise in years past. However, Tony and Esperanza relieved all the initial worries and were with us throughout the entire process. The level of attention and caring they brought to us was indescribable. We liked the experience so much that we immediately rebooked with Tony and Esperanza. Thank you both for always being there for us.- Charles B.
I wanted to thank you Esperanza for all your help making my trip a success. You anticipated my every need and made sure my physical requirements were met. You covered every detail and gave me a stress-free trip. I will definitely pass the word along that yours is a trust worthy and helpful company. Again thanks for your help!- Nancy M.
Traveled to Vegas for a wedding. Esperanza made it so easy. I told her when and my budget. She booked my hotel and flight, all UNDER budget. By comparing flights, I saved $100 Dollars. She then was able to find a Hoover Dam tour with lunch, a museum tour and a comedy show all included. It's the little gems that she finds that I really appreciate. Having someone else do the legwork for my vacation.....priceless!- Gaye A.
We had a lovely time in Sardinia, and I look forward to telling you all about it! You did a fabulous job at setting up a great experience for us! Thank you for helping us make such a memorable vacation/research trip!- Katharine H.
Thank you Cruise Planners for a great trip! I highly recommend anyone to work with Esperanza and Tony for their vacation.- Julie R.
