Vineland, NJ Travel Agent

About Jill Whelan


Travel should be exciting—not overwhelming.


I started Jill’s Jolly Holiday (now known as Jill Whelan Cruise Planners) in 2017 because I wanted to help take the stress and uncertainty out of planning a vacation. Over the years, I’ve learned that the most important part of planning a great trip isn’t simply finding a destination or a good deal. It’s getting to know the people I’m planning it for.


That’s why I believe so strongly in personal, one-on-one service.


Every traveler is different. Some clients come to me knowing exactly where they want to go, while others simply know they need a vacation. I take the time to listen, ask questions, learn what you enjoy, and understand what you want from your time away. Sometimes that means helping you find exactly what you had in mind—and sometimes it means introducing you to a destination or experience you didn’t even know you were looking for.


Whether it’s a relaxing Caribbean getaway, an all-inclusive resort, a cruise, a Disney vacation, or something completely different, my goal is never to simply “book a trip.” It’s to help create the right trip for you.


Jill Whelan Cruise Planners may be a travel agency, but I want it to feel much more personal than that. When you work with me, you’re not just another reservation or confirmation number. You’re someone whose vacation matters to me.


Because some of the best trips begin with a simple conversation—and sometimes the perfect destination is one you haven’t discovered yet.


 

Hours of Operation

Monday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday -
Friday 9:00am - 12:30pm
Saturday -
Sunday -

Testimonials

From start to finish, working with Jill Whelan was an absolute pleasure. Every detail of our Amalfi Coast vacation was thoughtfully planned, making the entire experience seamless and completely stress-free. The itinerary was perfectly balanced, allowing us to experience the beauty of Sorrento, Positano, Capri, Ravello, and the breathtaking coastline while still having time to relax and soak it all in. Every recommendation—from accommodations and transportation to restaurants and excursions—was exceptional and exceeded our expectations. What truly set this experience apart was the personal attention and care that went into planning our trip. It felt as though every suggestion was made with our interests in mind, and everything unfolded exactly as planned. Thanks to her expertise, we created memories that will last a lifetime. If you’re looking for someone who is knowledgeable, responsive, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating unforgettable travel experiences, I cannot recommend Jill highly enough. We are already looking forward to planning our next adventure together! Ciao! - Therese B.
This was the first time I used a travel agent. Jill wnet above and beyond for me and mu cruise would have not been so wonderful is she hadn't helped me. - Roxann M.
- Heather P.
Jill Whellan was very thorough with ALL of the details. She kept us informed continually. She made our trip stress free and enjoyable. - Virginia K.
Jill is the best out there....efficient..informative and ready with everything I need for my vacations - Jeff M.
We had some concerns with weather and our flight and Jill was amazing at staying on top of things for us! From the booking right through until we got home, she was there every step of the way! We will certainly book through her again! - Jennifer D.
Jill is the best! Always ahead of the curve when it comes to information and planning. I trust her and her views on all of our vacation options - Jeff M.
Jill goes above and beyond in both pre-travel assistance, as well as support when we are traveling if problems arise. - Beth M.
Jill Whelan was great every step of the process. Already referred her to family! Will use her again very soon!! - Therese B.
Jill is fantastic. She ensures we take advantage of things like discounts and insurance, and answers all our questions. We already booked our follow on cruise with her. - Lawrence C.
Jill was phenomenal with planning our trip to Tahiti. Our itinerary was very detailed and easy to follow. Jill was attentive to what we requested and was able to come up with an itinerary that we enjoyed. We can not wait for our next adventure and we are looking forward to planning it with Jill. - Phillip O.
Jill was so knowledgeable and helpful every step of the way. She also made sure that traveling to and from were smooth and seamless. - Christina B.
We love working with Jill Whelan! She has always been very reliable, professional, attentive, and trustworthy. Her vast knowledge and expertise helped make our recent trip more enjoyable based on her research, recommendations, guidance, and advice. - Jennifer D.
Jill was very attentive to our specific needs and wishes regarding this trip. - Beth M.
Jill was amazing from the first time I asked about planning a cruise. She provided me with options that would meet the needs of my family. Jill was responsive and quick to answer my questions. My vacation was PERFECT and l owe that to Jill’s planning. - Elianne C.
Our travel agent Jill consistently goes above and beyond in the service she provides for us. She is both generous and apparently telepathic because she knows what we need even before we need it! Jill is the best! - Susan N.
- Heather P.
Jill has always been very helpful and quickly responds to our emails. - Sherry F.
Jill is fantastic! She is very prompt in responding to inquiries and is always able to find the answers to our questions. She clearly loves her job and her enthusiasm is contagious. - Amanda W.
Jill is awesome! I know we can trust in Jill to get us the best pricing with all the extras when booking ANY vacation! - Jeff M.
Jill has been amazing and I will continue to use her for my future planning. - Amanda H.
Jill is the best. She found a price drop months after we initially booked and was able to apply that credit to our account. She also provided discount codes and recommendations for more cost effective excursions. Her regular reminders for us to do pre-sail tasks were so helpful. So appreciated the luggage tags and the Uber voucher she sent. So very thoughtful. This was the best cruise experience we've ever had. - Susan C.
Jill Whelan has been very proactive in being the 'go between' with the Cruise Ship and us. She informed us of opportunities and gave us savings tips throughout the cruise planning process. - Lawrence C.
Jill Whelan truly went above and beyond for our recent dream trip to Italy. From thoroughly and carefully planning every detail, to making sure we had everything we needed all along the way, Jill helped us transform from novice travelers to confident international explorers. Jill helped make our dream trip a reality, and we can't wait to book with her again! - Linda A.
Jill Whelan truly went above and beyond for our recent dream trip to Italy. From thoroughly and carefully planning every detail, to making sure we had everything we needed all along the way, Jill helped us transform from novice travelers to confident international explorers. Jill helped make our dream trip a reality, and we can't wait to book with her again! - Linda A.
Excellent trip and lots of good info for a first timer! - Denise P.
- Michele T.
Jill did a great job helping us plan this "Bucket List" trip of a lifetime!
Jill was able to find and manage our Iceland tour with modifications of extra hotel nights (at the same tour hotel without moving rooms) and a side tour without a hitch.
We just returned from a fantastic cruise to New England and Canada. Jill Whelan handled everything and made it so easy. She answered all questions. It was wonderful! - Joanne S.
Thank you Jill . Our trip to Bermuda was wonderful. Thank you for all our help in planning it Definitely ready to go back - Patricia S.
Thank you Jill . Our trip to Bermuda was wonderful. Thank you for all our help in planning it Definitely ready to go back - Patricia S.
Jill was recommended to me by a colleague at work, and I am SO thankful. She was amazing from the beginning to the end of our honeymoon planning process. We were unsure of the best resort for us, so she sent us detailed explanations of resorts within our budget until we were able to narrow it down to Excellence Oyster Bay in Jamaica. Jill handled the booking, final payment, excursions, and answered any questions we had along the way. The entire process was smooth and stress free! Our honeymoon was top notch thanks to Jill’s attention to detail and organization. She sent us a wonderful folder with everything we needed, so we didn’t even have to print anything out. We highly recommend Jill for any type of vacation planning & can’t wait to use her for our next trip! - Ariana C.
Jill is the best! She will listen to your needs and give you personalized attention!
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