We are a couple and a family who have always found joy in exploring new corners of the globe. Our journey through life has been filled with countless adventures, and some of our happiest moments have been discovering new destinations together. With over 30 cruises (both ocean and river) spanning numerous itineraries and ships under our belts, we are seasoned travelers with a wealth of knowledge to share.
Our love affair with Europe began 15 years ago, and since then, we've immersed ourselves in the rich cultures of England, Ireland, Scotland, France, Italy, Spain, Greece, and Portugal. Our next adventure with Viking River Cruises on the Douro River, combined with visits to our beloved cities of Lisbon and Barcelona, is eagerly anticipated.
After a fulfilling 40-year career as a restaurant executive, I found myself seeking the next chapter in my life. That’s when I discovered the travel business with Cruise Planners, a perfect fit that combines my deep-rooted passion for travel with my heart's desire to help others craft their own unforgettable journeys.
Why Choose Cruise Planners?
Cruise Planners has a stellar reputation for quality, service, and extremely competitive pricing across all travel needs. Whether you’re dreaming of a tranquil river cruise, a thrilling ocean voyage, or a bespoke land tour, we specialize in curating all types of travel experiences. Our mission is to design a vacation just for you, one that you will remember for a lifetime.
What We Offer:
- **Cruises:** From luxurious ocean liners to charming riverboats. - **Land Tours:** Explore the world’s treasures with expertly guided tours. - **Custom Vacation Packages:** Tailored journeys to match your unique desires.
Reach out today, and let's start planning your next adventure! I look forward to helping you discover exciting destinations and creating memories that will last forever.
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Hours of Operation
Monday
9:30am - 6:00pm
Tuesday
9:30am - 6:00pm
Wednesday
9:30am - 6:00pm
Thursday
9:30am - 6:00pm
Friday
9:30am - 6:00pm
Saturday
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Sunday
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Testimonials
We celebrated our 50th anniversary with a cruise to Alaska. Words and pictures cannot describe the beauty and grandeur of what we saw, it has to be experienced.- Richard O.
Mike is very thorough without overwhelming you with information. His personal travel experience and knowledge helps to make your experience more personal. He expertly navigates my need for details and my husband's need for an overview.- Cynthia B.
Mike is a great travel advisor. I highly recommend him.- Debra B.
Courtney was amazing to work with. Truly appreciate all her advice on our last minute spring break trip. It would have never come together without her.- Shelly G.
Courtney did a great job helping me book a last minute trip. She provided me with options and found me a hotel that was as close as possible to where I was going! Thank you!- Michael S.
Mike is marvelous and I appreciate the great service!- Cathryn S.
Mike is fantastic! Always finds the perfect vacation for us!- Pamela C.
Just started working with Mike Stroud Mike on a family cruise and incredibly impressed with his level of detail. Totally painless and how awed we are by Mike’s knowledge down to the smallest of details!!!- Dave M.
As always, Mike was amazing and covered all the bases. We already have our June tripped planned.- Cynthia B.
Mike took care of cruise reservations and details for us. It was a nice experience to have a cruise planner handle the details.- Phyllis S.
Mike Stroud continues to be a tremendous blessing to me and my family in assisting us with our vacation plans. We truly appreciate him going the extra mile each year to walk with us through the planning process.- Phillip G.
Mike was great took the time to answer all of questions and was there for us.- Christi N.
Every aspect of our cruise was handled promptly and with utmost professionalism! Cruise Planners are our travel partner of choice!- Carrol H.
Mike Stroud was very helpful and responsive throughout the planning, preparation, and even during our trip when Delta had major issues. We will definitely use his services in the future!- Michael F.
Mike took care of everything! We had the trip of a lifetime and are already planning on going back next year because of the service that he provided!
Mike is the Best travel agent we’ve ever had
Mike was very through and professional. He went over and above to answer all our questions and making recommendations. I would definitely use Mike's service again.
I have had a great experience working with Mike. He is responsive to all needs and sends great recommendations. He listens to my needs and surpassed every expectation down to where to park at the ATL airport! Will definitely use him in the future!
Mike worked hard to find me a trip on short notice...
Mike was a tremendous blessing to me and my wife in planning our cruise. Words cannot adequately express our appreciation for how his assistance made this process a blessing instead of a chore. Without any hesitation I recommend that you reach out to Mike to help you plan your next vacation. I have already shared his contact information with all of my friends.
Mike is amazing at finding us what we are looking for at the price we are willing to spend. He was available anytime I needed him. If he doesn't know an answer he will find it out. Bonus, Mike has the patience of a Saint. I am not the easiest person to work with, and he never lets me feel that way.
We had the best vacation ever! All thanks to Mike. He handled everything for us and made our vacation Perfect! We will definitely be using him again for future vacations.- Tina B.
It was an awesome trip! Everything was excellently planned. Mike was great!
The cruise was absolutely amazing! The level of service was unlike any other cruise we have been on, including the Regent and Crystal. Don't know if f it's because we cruised in the Suite class, but we were totally spoiled and pampered all week. The staff was more hospitable than any other line that we've sailed. They knew our names - I'm sure due to the help of face imaging software - but from the very beginning, they always greeted us by name. The officers were seen every single night, visiting with guests during the dinner hours. We would sail on Celebrity again in a second. The boat was only 27% full, which means there was more staff than guests for the week that we traveled. (They mentioned that this week is notoriously low because it is right before spring breaks start.) The ages of the guests were on average a bit older, but there were a number of guests on board that were younger than us. Everything went on without a hitch. We did have one issue with a charge on a spa treatment, but we brought that to the attention of Guest Relations, and they fixed it within 6 hours. Other than that, everything was perfect!
Thank you so much for your help. We look forward to sailing again in August to Alaska!
Lori
Mike made our trip easy and stress free. Any question we ask, he answered and answered with a very quick response! This was our first international trip which we were both nervous about but he put our minds at ease and we had an awesome experience.
He is already working on our next adventure!!
A trip beyond my wildest dreams! So grateful for such an amazing experience! Cancun did not disappoint! The food, the drinks, the views, the spa treatments, the excursions, and all the in between. I’m so glad I got to do Cancun with you, Nikki Friedman! And thanks to Mike Stroud and for making it all possible! We are beyond blessed! Can’t wait to plan another one of these very soon!- Jessica S.
Why not let an expert plan your vacation!!! They know the best cabins on the ship and can tailor any vacation to fit yours needs. We had the time of our lives on the gorgeous Norwegian Epic. I fell in love with our servers, and enjoyed all the ship had to offer!! Games, shows, great restaurants, and even an ice bar.
Mike I am going to post on FB that everyone needs to take that Mediterranean Cruise and a link to you. Tim and Diane may never leave Santorini. I picked it for their time before the girls come and worried it would be too small for 4 days. They are in Heaven. It is such a beautiful place. I made a spreadsheet for them with links to the stays. You may find interesting. That cruise was absolutely amazing and Haven was worth every penny. We walked past everyone getting off the ship. I felt a little bad, but given my muscle weakness , I didn’t worry long. We fell in love with our servers. The food in Haven was wonderful, and we ate at the Brazilian steakhouse and the Italian restaurant and at the pub for a lighter lunch. The ship is absolutely gorgeous!!!!! It could not have been more perfect! Kay
Hi Mike!
We had an amazing time. It was such a relaxing and much needed trip. Here's our feedback about the resort (Regency La Toc).
Overall, the resort was good. We wouldn't recommend it over Sandals Ochi though, our previous trip on our honeymoon. The food wasn't as impressive, but this may be limitations due to COVID so we totally understand. The beach was amazing and loved how spacious it was/the beach chairs were awesome! We didn't get to snorkel at the resort--it was booked solid the whole time we were there. But we did do a snorkeling excursion that included the volcano mud baths and a waterfall tour, and it was AWESOME! The tour was called "Joe Knows" and we could not say enough good things about it. The guides were hilarious and so wonderful. The snorkeling was the best we've done ever! Lots of different fish species---our highlight was seeing an eel! The resort/rooms definitely seemed a little bit older/not as nice as the photos online, and the room was super noisy right off the main pool (music started at 7AM most mornings). But we weren't really in our room much anyway haha. Sandals service is always so great, and everyone was super friendly. So all in all, we had an amazing time. St. Lucia was beautiful--- we would probably just recommend people stick with the Sandals Grande (several of the tour guides/islanders recommended that one to us too).
When we first started thinking about a cruise I knew I needed someone with first hand knowledge that I could trust and Mike’s name came to mind! From the initial planning stage to working with a cancelled cruise , Mike has been there every step of the way. I cannot say thank you enough for the first rate service and I know for sure we will be planning another cruise with Mike very soon!!- Pamela C.
I was pleased with the way Mike Stroud handled our reservations on the Sky Princess Cruise Line. He sent us information about the ship. He consistently sent us emails about what was required of us and helped with the process. We were scheduled to leave March 14 to the Western Caribbean but due to the COVID-19 our cruise was canceled. Mike took care of getting our refund back for the cruise. I would reschedule a cruise with Mike.
Sara, AZ- Sara L.
I am so happy to know and work with Mike! He has helped me through two vacations just this year, and I couldn't have done it without him! He is always so meticulous with his research, and always is there to give me multiple options. He also was so sweet and provided me with informational booklets about the Italian regions I visited, as well as a coupon book I used on my cruise! Those little touches are what make Mike an awesome travel agent!!! (:- Larissa G.
Hi Mike, I wanted to reach out and thank you again for helping my parents plan and book their trip. They had a fantastic time! They are already thinking of booking again next year.- Terry D.
Thank you Mike for helping me plan a splendid cruise for my Girl Scout troop.
You were patient, prompt and thorough with the troop needs in mind. I appreciate
your ability to get us what we needed at the cost we were comfortable with.
I look forward to future trips with your assistance in planning!!
Lyn ScalesGS Troop #107- Lyn S.
