We specialize in cruises on the rivers of Europe, South America, Egypt, and beyond and the oceans of the globe. Cruise Planners has a tremendous reputation for quality, service, and we will help you create an unforgettable vacation, whether on the snow or in the warm sun. We have personally experienced close to 40 cruises on more than a dozen cruise lines - both ocean and river - on lines such as Atlas, Silversea, Windstar, Uniworld, Viking, Ama, Royal, Norwegian, and more. Also specialize in once-in-a lifetime travels from Alaska to Ireland to Italy to South America. And we've traveled and skied over 20 resorts out west and in Europe.
We consistently rank high with our clients achieving a customer satisfaction rate of 4.94 (out of 5).
We are looking forward to helping you discover exciting adventures around the world! Let us help you find your dream vacation whether it be a family reunion or luxurious cruise for two. Together we can curate the perfect vacation!
Testimonials
We appreciated the OBC provided and the many tips shared by Richard. He made sure each process along the way was taken care of with ease. We’ll definitely use cruise planners in our future travels!
We appreciate Richard and Susan Harsell so very much. They are both professional and warm. The perfect combination.- Pauline W.
Susan and Richard Harsell are TERRIFIC! We'll see them in Panama in April, and look forward to it.- Randy P.
Susan H is a phenomenal agent who works diligently creating a vacation to the specifications on our wish list. She has gone above and beyond by helping us with issues out of anyone’s control, such as airline technological issues causing massive delays.
We have had an amazing experience working with Susan Harsell from Cruise Planners, not just for this trip but for other cruises we’ve planned with her so far. Every experience has been seamless.
Susan is extremely detail-oriented, very knowledgeable, and always responsive. She makes the entire planning process easy and stress-free, from helping choose the right ship and cabin to making sure every detail is covered.
For our Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas inaugural Holiday sailing, her guidance was invaluable, and we always felt confident that everything was handled perfectly. She truly cares about her clients and it shows in how proactive and accessible she is.
We trust Susan completely and recommend her without hesitation. If you’re looking for a cruise planner who is organized, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in your vacation, Susan Harsell at Cruise Planners is fantastic.- Natalia R.
Another wonderful trip packed with fun, sun, and great destinations.- Richard H.
Another wonderful trip packed with fun, sun, and great destinations.
Susan is terrific at her job, great planning and assisting all along the way, could not be more pleased.- Gregory E.
On behalf of the entire Italy Crew, a heartfelt THANK YOU!
Our trip was nothing short of spectacular, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Early on, we shared our vision for this adventure—and you absolutely nailed it. From the stunning locations to the seamless transfers, charming hotels, and unforgettable tours, everything exceeded our expectations.
Here are just a few standout moments:
~ The Walking Tour of Naples with our incredible guide, Ilaria.
~ The Private Boat Tour with Skipper Marco—hands down the best day of the trip! (Special shoutout to the tour company for rescheduling due to weather—it made all the difference.)
~ A delightful cooking class with Chef Nunzia, full of flavor and fun.
~ Ischia was a hidden gem we didn’t see coming, and our guide made it even more magical.
The group is already contemplating our next adventure. Thanks again for the great trip.
Overall, the cruise was an outstanding experience. My only concern was being stranded at Talkeetna at a Holland America resort with nothing to see or do in the short time there. Many travelers felt it was a ploy by Holland America for people to spend money at their resort.- Rickey P.
Cruise Planners once again did an awesome job in arranging every aspect of our seven day cruise to the western Mediterranean on Holland America. The flights, various hotel/airport transfers and cruise booking was perfect. We had not a single issue as a result of all the advance arrangements that had been made. This was our second cruise that we have used Cruise Planners and have already booked a third going through Cruise Planners and will continue to be the only travel agent that we will use for any other future travel. Easily a 5+ Star experience.- Brian T.
Susan worked very hard to find us the best options for us, not to mention her very timely response. Love her!!!- Lynn C.
Susan Harsell was very helpful and knowledgeable. She was great to work with!- John R.
First cruise ever. Everything worked out so well I'm afraid to try it again. I'm sure all travel agencies do a good job but I know how well this one did. Susan was outstanding. Very communicative. For me, it's all about logistics and Susan made these happen flawlessly. Could not ask for more. Will absolutely employ her services again.
Once again Susan created a great trip from a short tour from Milan to Trieste and then a wonderful 10 day cruise through through Croatia, Italy, France, and Spain.- Richard H.
Once again Susan created a great trip from a short tour from Milan to Trieste and then a wonderful 10 day cruise through through Croatia, Italy, France, and Spain.
Superb! Absolutely excellent assistance and planning.- Frank K.
Susan has been an exceptional travel agent for us. She not only worked tirelessly to find a cruise that matched our preferences for type, ports, and duration but also went above and beyond in addressing unexpected challenges. During the airport and airline disruptions in late July 2024, we needed to quickly adjust our flights and find new layover accommodations. Susan's diligent efforts in providing us with timely information and securing alternative arrangements were truly invaluable. Her dedication ensured a smooth resolution to our travel issues, and we greatly appreciate her support.- Corinne B.
Susan was an amazing resource to us! She was quick to reply to any question we had. She was knowledgeable and so helpful. If she didn't know the answer about an excursion or an island we were visiting, she found out for us. Even though we didn't book our airfare through Susan, we leaned on her heavily when our flight was delayed which messed up our connecting flight. She was so helpful and calmed my nerves. Susan is just amazing!- Christina K.
Our agent is Susan Harsell. She is amazing! Responds to our emails so quickly and does everything she can to make planning a trip as easy as possible. She also saved us from booking a trip that could have been a disaster. I highly recommend Susan to anyone making any kind of travel plans.
Susan was so helpful in finding cruise ideas and cabin options for our family of 4 and we saved thousands vs other (including discount) website fares.
I worked with Susan Harsell last year for a cruise in the Greek Isles and she was amazing. We had a penthouse suite and it was worth every penny. She was also saving us money and adding extras to our package up until the last minute.
First and foremost… I just want to say a big thank you for all of your help throughout the planning process and all the way up to arrival.
You could not have picked a better resort for us. This was truly a perfect place for us to celebrate our daughters sweet 16. My daughter smiled from the minute she arrived until the minute she left. She was treated like a queen for 5 days! The suite was magnificent. The perfect celebration place! The resort was perfect for everyone in our group. Something to do for everyone! I told you what we were looking for and you made it happen. You truly exceeded our expectations! I can’t wait to book my next trip with you. I’m not sure how you can out do this one!- Denise G.
I know Susan does a lot of warm weather vacations but she's also dynamite with ski vacations. She's arranged several for our family from Canada to Colorado. Each time the accommodations were fantastic with ski-in/ski-out (or a very short walk to the lifts) rooms that had great views. I strongly recommend a travel agent and even more strongly recommend Susan!
I am so pleased with Susan’s support , responsiveness & availability to assist me in planning a trip. We had a great travel experience & this is due to the help of Susan. We look forward to traveling again!
Susan Harsell was amazing - incredibly helpful & responsive. We will use her and this agency again! We were pleased with all facets of planning & support!
Susan is a fantastic travel agent to work with. She has booked several cruises for us. She is patient and informative. I am not that easy to deal with as I am very indecisive since there are so many amazing options for cruising available. We have referred her to several friends and they have all been very happy.- Beth F.
Thank you for taking so much time to insure my girls’ trip with Mom to Arizona was exactly what we wanted! Your help from start to finish insured everything went smoothly! I highly recommend Susan!- Michele L.
We gave Susan the challenge of booking our three generation family extravaganza next summer. We are a challenging bunch. She worked tirelessly and for hours trying to find the perfect trip! Then she modified it over and over until everyone was thrilled. We haven’t gone yet, but I’m so impressed with Susan’s tenacity, knowledge and patience! Highly recommend letting her plan your next trip!- Rachel T.
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