itineraries travel consultants

Tailor-made travel. Just for you.

The possibilities are endless.

Whether you’re inspired by destinations or travel for the experience, Itineraries Travel will show you a world beyond the brochures and guide books.

A world of wonder awaits you.

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What our clients say.

By far the most accommodating and professional Travel Agency I’ve come across! I had to book an urgent flight for my mum to the US and they were able to get me a flight booked within the day. They also assisted me with arranging her VISA and a place to stay while her sister had an unexpected surgery. Adam and the team made her trip to the states stress free and I couldn’t recommend them more! Holidays or quick trips they’re definitely the team to get in touch with.

Everything about our experience was outstanding and we would highly recommend moving away from the mainstream agencies and towards Itineraries Travel Consultants. He will sort and think about everything related to your trip, and follow up with you to make sure you are absolutely happy with everything. Highly highly recommend.

I've used Itineraries travel for the last 15 years and had the most outstanding professional support to organise my overseas holidays. Staff have genuine interest in travel and focused on what I want from my holiday. The itinerary is detailed, helpful and I've never been disappointed in any aspect of any holiday they have organised for me. Don't go to anyone else.

I am never flying anywhere ever again without Itineraries booking my trip!

At Itineraries Travel, we know because we go.

We use our inside knowledge and expertise, along with our passion for tailor-made travel and personalised service, to work with you to create a travel experience as individual as you. From inspiration to ideas to the ideal itinerary, talk to the tailor-made travel experts to embark on your next journey.

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Designed Just for You

Your dates. your destinations. our planning and expertise..

We create personalized travel itineraries with destinations, routes, and schedules designed especially for you. Leave all the travel planning and execution to our team. Whether you have your own aircraft, are interested in a private charter, or choose to fly commercial, we will make all air and ground arrangements in your preferred style so you can enjoy every moment.

What Makes Us Unique

World-Class Service

• You’ll get the same service, dedication and attention to detail as our group jet expeditions
• We’re adept at handling every complex detail of any trip
• We’ll make all arrangements, from visas to dining reservations
• We can even send an experienced trip leader to ensure everything on-ground goes according to plan

Our Expert Team

Our travel experts are skilled at curating and managing every aspect of a complex travel itinerary, from the moment you first contact us, through your journey and until you return. Turn to us for a luxury trip planned with unmatched care and expertise. We take care of all the details, and you sit back and enjoy every moment.

• Start with a complimentary trip consultation . Find out what designing your personalized itinerary with TCS World Travel entails, with no strings attached.
• Our experienced travel consultants know the perfect destinations and activities that will help you explore your passions and creative pursuits.

What You Can Expect

Special Access

Experience the world’s best sites and over-the-top exclusive experiences.

Unique Experiences

A depth of experiences impossible to achieve independently. Count on our team to offer options you didn’t even know were feasible.

Exceptional Guides

Vetted, knowledgeable personal guides and on-ground experts all over the world.

Truly Luxurious Journeys Designed Just For You

• We’re your one-stop shop for high-end personalized trips, whether you want to plan a once-in-a-lifetime bucket-list trip, a multi-generation family getaway, or a romantic trip with your partner.
• We have the planning and operational expertise to take on complex requests and itineraries and make them simple for you.
• We curate trips that are as over-the-top as you want to go.

Travel With or Without a Private Jet

Our private custom trips can involve booking a private jet, but they don’t have to. Choosing Private Custom Travel gives you the freedom to travel however you wish.

Whether you have your own aircraft, are interested in a charter, or would like to fly commercial, you can reach your destination in your preferred style. We can arrange commercial or private flights, private cars, yachts, or luxury trains, according to your wishes.

Sample Itineraries

Cultural Highlights of Southeast Asia

Best time to travel

• Feb – Apr
• Oct – Nov

Ideal trip length

Wildlife to Winelands: South Africa & Botswana

• Apr – May
• Sep – Dec

Uncharted Mediterranean

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Wonders of New Zealand & Australia

• Sep – Nov

Red Sands of Namibia, the Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls

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City to Shrine: Japan

• Mar – May

Anna at TCS World helped me plan my 40th birthday celebration in Italy with my family. Throughout the entire process she really listened and captured what we wanted for this trip. Not only were they able to accommodate all age ranges but everything we experienced was beyond what we expected. The excursions, hotels and transportation were all top notch and luxurious! I plan to continue to use TCS World for future travels to Africa and India. anita

This trip was incredible. Family members called it the trip of a lifetime. Our guides took such good care of us and did an incredible job making adjustments when different situations were thrown at them. kay m.

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Create a one-of-a-kind journey just for you.

Gather inspiration from our sample itineraries or let our consultants spark your imagination. We can help you envision the possibilities.

Our travel consultants will design a luxury journey tailored to your requests, time frame and travel dreams.

We’ll take care of the details, including point-to-point transportation, so you can fully relax and enjoy every moment.

Guest Reviews

This was a bucket list trip of a….

This was a bucket list trip of a lifetime for us. TCS far exceeded any and all expectations. All the personnel in the office, at each of the sites, on the tours, and in the air were professional, courteous and friendly. Everything about the trip was just over the top and we will likely go on another of their spectacular itineraries in the near future!

This Around-the-World by Private Jet…

This Around-the-World by Private Jet excursion will be my first journey with TCS World Travel. My initial encounter was with Rachael, who is extremely personable, knowledgeable, and accommodating. She was very patient in answering many questions and offering suggestions and guidance. I look forward to the next stage of planning for the exciting excursion.

Superb people making the trip wonderful

The Best of Africa is the Best

Great itinerary, great expedition team, great plane and crew, wonderful accommodations and exceptional service throughout makes for the Best of Africa.

What an amazing journey

What an amazing journey. Every step of the way was perfectly organized and stress free thanks to TCS. The trip, the jet, the staff, the hotels and restaurants were all top shelf everywhere we went. Fabulous experiences with great people. We will definitely be travelling again with TCS

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Itineraries Travel Consultants

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Opening hours

• Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: Closed

Whether you are inspired by destinations or travel for the experience, Itineraries will show you a world beyond brochures and guide books.

Whether you’re inspired by destinations or travel for the experience, Itineraries Travel will show you a world beyond the brochures and guide books.

By far the most accommodating and professional Travel Agency I’ve come across! I had to book an urgent flight for my mum to the US and they were able to get me a flight booked within the day. They also assisted me with arranging her VISA and a place to stay while her sister had an unexpected surgery. Adam and the team made her trip to the states stress free and I couldn’t recommend them more! Holidays or quick trips they’re definitely the team to get in touch with.

Everything about our experience was outstanding and we would highly recommend moving away from the mainstream agencies and towards Itineraries Travel Consultants. He will sort and think about everything related to your trip, and follow up with you to make sure you are absolutely happy with everything. Highly highly recommend.

I've used Itineraries travel for the last 15 years and had the most outstanding professional support to organise my overseas holidays. Staff have genuine interest in travel and focused on what I want from my holiday. The itinerary is detailed, helpful and I've never been disappointed in any aspect of any holiday they have organised for me. Don't go to anyone else.

We use our inside knowledge and expertise, along with our passion for tailor-made travel and personalised service, to work with you to create a travel experience as individual as you. From inspiration to ideas to the ideal itinerary, talk to the tailor-made travel experts to embark on your next journey.

Itineraries Travel Consultants: Reviews

Fantastic experience: I've used Intineraries travel for the last 15 years and had the most outstanding professional support to organise my overseas holidays. Staff have genuine interest in travel and focused on what I want from my holiday. The itinerary is detailed, helpful and I've never been disappointed in any aspect of any holiday they have organised for me. Don't go to anyone else. Linda

Fantastic experience: Couldn’t have imagined a better a experience. The communication was especially on point!

Fantastic experience: I recently had the pleasure of working with Anna at Itineraries travel agency. It was the best decision for our dream holiday. Anna created an epic Italian adventure for our family of four to celebrate a milestone birthday. Planning was seamless, no change was ever a problem, accomodation options perfectly fit our requirements, and itinerary recommendations were always excellent ideas. Anna was genuinely excited for us, so we knew she'd put a lot of love into our itinerary and it showed...we had the holiday of a lifetime!!! Thank you.

Fantastic experience: Thanks so much to Tina Lazell at Itineraries Travel Consultants for organising a memorable holiday for us in Tasmania. Nothing was too much trouble, and our well-planned trip was absolutely perfect. Tina offered us a range of options to choose from and she was 100% committed to planning the type of holiday that we would enjoy. All the accommodation was excellent, and Tina considered our interest in architectural design and unique features which made the holiday extra special. Every detail of our trip was exceptional. I will definitely book through Itineraries again and have made this recommendation to friends and work colleagues. Thank you again Tina for your help with our Tassie trip.

Fantastic experience: We have just come back from our trip of kakadu National Park, Katherine Gorge, Lichfield and finally Darwin. What a great trip organized for us. Things went beautifully. The car, the recommended tours and great accommodation. Tina our consultant gave us great advice on what to do, how to do it and which way to undertake this little journey. Thanks Tina will be contacting you soon for our next trip. It was truly a pleasure dealing with you.

Fantastic experience: From the moment my wife and I stepped inside itineraries, we were welcomed by the lovely Tina. We were planning a European vacation and did not know where to begin. With Tina’s insightful knowledge of the countries we were planning to visit she managed to nut out a 3 week itinerary based on our budget. This itinerary became what we affectionately called the “bible”! From hotel pick up to train scheduling, every part of the trip was meticulously laid out which made our journey throughout Europe so much easier. If you want to sit back, enjoy your travels then I cannot recommend Tina enough to take care of your holiday of a lifetime. Paul & Gail Collins

Fantastic experience: The Itineraries team helped my friends and I for our trip to Bali. They secured us great flights and also booked our travel insurance, fortunately we didn't have to use but was great knowing we were covered for our trip to Indonesia. Very professional and great communication. Thankyou Itineraries, we'll be back for our next trip!

Fantastic experience: Great customer service and good vibes. Adam listened to us and helped us to structure or trip. Thank you Adam.

Fantastic experience: Awsome service from beginning to end. Even with a Covid related issue during our trip this year, Adam stayed in contact with us daily and got us a reschedule with the utmost haste. Highly recommend the team at itineraries and will be looking to book my Christmas getaway with them soon!

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism , Quality , Responsiveness , Value

Fantastic experience: Helpful

Fantastic experience: Such an amazing Team! Anna helped me to negotiate the best rates. She was very kind, professional, and super helpful. I need to say best service that I've received so far!

Fantastic experience: Adam is simply the best travel agent we have ever worked with. Everything about our experience was outstanding and we would highly recommend moving away from the mainstream agencies and towards Itineraries Travel Consultants. He will sort and think about everything related to your trip, and follow up with you to make sure you are absolutely happy with everything. Highly highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism , Responsiveness

Fantastic experience: Adam was great in assisting me to book the best holiday travels. I was about to give up going on a holiday due to COVID but Adam went extra miles to assist me and recommended all the activities and great spots to go. Very professional and I would go back to Adam again!

Fantastic experience: Adam and his team were an absolute pleasure to deal with from the get go. The communication and quality of service is the best I’ve experienced in all my years of travel. Could not recommend any stronger to call these guys if you have any desire for a perfect holiday!

Fantastic experience: By far the most accomodating and professional Travel Agency I’ve come across! I had to book an urgent flight for my mum to the US and they were able to get me a flight booked within the day. They also assisted me with arranging her VISA and a place to stay while her sister had an unexpected surgery. Adam and the team made her trip to the states stress free and I couldn’t recommend them more! Holidays or quick trips they’re definitely the team to get in touch with.

Fantastic experience: Positive: Quality

Fantastic experience: Really great service, answering any and all questions I had and helped my partner and I plan a great holiday! Adam was very knowledgeable and helpful whenever I needed him.

Fantastic experience: Where do I begin..! I've been using itineraries travel consultants for quite a number of years now and just recently got back from an amazing trip to airlie beach and the whitsundays recently where I proposed. The level of care and depth that these guys go to is incredible, always has been and always will be. To the point where Adam suggested where to propose, Emily helped me pick out the ring and Phil with the execution of it all! I cannot wait to travel on our honeymoon and post the pictures up and share the stories/experiences. Literally can't recommend this team enough and in me they have a life long customer! Thanks again guys

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism

Fantastic experience: I'm not really a review guy but I figured this deserved one. Phil and the team make my life alot easier, ever since i started using them I have more time to focus on work and they organize our annual family trips, which I proceed to take credit for. Absolute legends and dream to work with. My best kept secret!

Fantastic experience: Highly recommended team of travel experts!!! Adam and his team were very knowledgeable and helpful in the planning and organisation for our New Year's trip to Tropical North Queensland. They knew exactly where to recommend and what was best to do for our island hopping adventure. They were also very competitively priced and offered above and beyond assistance in travel changes our group had to make. Service was impeccable and stress free. Would definitely be booking through them for future adventures.

Fantastic experience: Very good service Staff know how to get you a good deal, are willing to spend extra time explaining to you thing in depth Highly recommended

Fantastic experience: Best Travel Agency in Brisbane. I threw the team at Itineraries Travel a hard one. Last minute trip to Japan in the peak holiday period. They nailed it. My hotels were amazing. All transfers were easy and on schedule. Another challenge for the team - 3 days into the trip and a bad knock to the head while snowboarding. I was made to feel at complete ease after they contacted me to firstly make sure I was ok but then also to reassure me that my travel Insurance had my back. Next challenge. I decided to come home early for Christmas to Surprise my partner. And they pulled off a miracle and got me on an early flight getting me back to Brisbane on Christmas eve. I will only ever be booking my holidays through Itineraries Travel. Thank you to the team for everything.

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism , Value

Fantastic experience: Amazing level of service before, during and after your trip ! They really do provide a unique product producing very detailed and experience based Itineraries. Will definately always book with these guys.

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Wanderlust Travel Consultants

Wanderlust Travel Consultants  was born out of a longtime friendship and a love for travel! After many years of researching, planning, and executing our own amazing adventures and those of others, we decided to  start our own travel consultation company. We both have years of experience traveling the world and can share all that knowledge with you. We specialize in curated travel itineraries and unique travel experiences custom designed to fit your travel style and budget.

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Custom designed trips with your travel priorities in mind. Our expertise will save you time and money while introducing you to an authentic Italy otherwise missed.

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Fully guided and all-inclusive, limited to 12 wanderlust filled travelers. We focus on authentic experiences and inspiring connections. Come rejuvenate, explore and indulge.

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Custom itinerary reviews and travel advice for the do-it-yourself planner. We offer critical advice to give you a head start on an incredible Italian vacation.

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Everything you need to know to plan your once in a lifetime trip to Italy. Learn how to book your flight, ride the rails with confidence, find the best gelato, use the toilets and more.

We put everything we know and have learned over the last decade of travel into our regional eBooks. Informative, entertaining and visually stunning.

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Italian themed boxes of goodies delivered right to your door. Products in each box are carefully selected and sourced directly from Italy.

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Over a decade of travel planning and in-country research under our belt with hundreds of happy travelers. We’ve already made all the mistakes so that you never have to.

Attention to detail is our middle name and our mantra. To say that we obsessed with making your trip to Italy perfect would be an understatement and it shows in our communication and planning process.

Fierce love for what we do and a firm belief that travel is as important as the air we breathe. Travel is a medium to heal wounds, rebuild courage and forge new connections that make us what we are today.

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We send you to Italy armed with our unique Travel Binder, loaded to the brim with information for every day and every stop. It’s almost like bringing us along for the ride.

This is your adventure, not ours. That’s why we don’t work on commission. Instead make sure that every location, guide and service is perfect for you and just you.

Planning your trip to Italy should not be stressful. We take the burden and worry off of your shoulders so that you can enjoy the process immensely. Let’s inject some fun into this adventure.

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Our small group tour is fully escorted and all-inclusive for women. Discover an Italy undisturbed, visiting breathtaking locales throughout Basilicata and Puglia. Meet local artisans, musicians and producers while indulging in mouthwatering farm to table food.

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These group tours are designed for everyone. Your temporary home is tranquilly nestled in the vineyards of Chianti, where you will take part in authentic and traditional experiences, following your nose each day as you encounter incredible food around every corner.

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The Value of a Great Travel Consultant – 8 Real Client Scenarios

The Value of a Good Travel Consultant – 8 Real Client Scenarios

• Flight Cancellations While Traveling  – Our client’s flight was canceled come home from Kenya. We received the immediate alert from the airline and we rebooked the client the same day (before other starting calling in).  It’s important to be very proactive in this stage, otherwise the client would have most likely had to take a flight the next day (or even the following). We also saved them time from calling the airlines and dealing with the situation while trying to enjoy their vacation.
• Non-refundable Purchase  – We had a traveler fall in a restaurant and hurt her leg in London.  The issue was they were scheduled for a non-refundable full day tour the next morning to visit Stonehenge. While the client wasn’t hurt badly, she still wasn’t sure if she could handle a full day tour.  As a close partner with the tour company, we were able to get her tour moved to one that required less walking (at no cost). w.
• Providing Guidance on Itinerary – We reviewed an itinerary that a client sent us that they were going to book on their own. They asked us to take a look at it and let them know our thoughts. We had charged a small consulting fee to review.  We quickly made some suggestions and told them a few areas to avoid on the itinerary. We ended up booking it for them and they could not have been happier.
• Last Minute Bookings/Too Busy to Research – Our client had booked flights for an Italy trip, but they didn’t have time to look into anything else. They had a young family and demanding work schedules, so we were able to step in to help them.  They had contacted us about two weeks out from their trip (Yikes!).  We quickly put together a very nice itinerary and had everything reserved for them within 2 days.
• I Need an IDP? –  We had a client who was renting a car in Italy.  They did not realize hat they were required to have an IDP ( International Drivers Permit ) to drive.  The IDP is pretty much just a translation of your own country’s drivers license and allows you to legally driver in the country that you are visiting. Without having it, you can be denied a car rental.
• Upgrades to Room – We had a client book a standard level room at a very nice resort in Paris. We were able to surprise them with a room upgrade upon arrival based on great relationships with the hotel.  The clients were absolutely excited!
• Coordinating Group Travel  – We often get large groups (destination weddings, friends getaways, family travel) who need assistant with planning.  A great travel consultant will be able to find a great recommendation for a group traveling. Also, the most important thing here is having a key consultant who can handle staying organized and working with multiple requests from different travelers.
• Real-time Communication – We had a client in Paris and they realized the following day was going to have bad weather. They asked us for spa suggestions (while traveling) for the next day. We followed up immediately with a nice recommendation.  We can be your “personal concierge” at times while traveling. That’s an important element for the services that a good consultant can provide.

Travel Consultant – Providing Excellent Value & Customer Service

• Ultimately, we feel every travel consultant should not be used for finding the best “discounts” or “deals”. We (at our agency) do not focus on that area.  Now we will find the best pricing for you, but we will not recommend certain accommodations or tours just based on pricing. That’s not the area that we are in for our clients.
• The value of a great  travel consultant is providing expert guidance pre-travel (advice on where to stay, things to do, restaurant recommendations, first hand knowledge of an area, experiences from other clients etc), being there for you at the time of need during travel and always available post-travel as well.  Our customer service is very important to our team and we take great pride there.

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15 comments.

thank you for sharing this informative post, i was not very much aware of what a travel consultant does

This is great. You provide such great service to your clients. I love the one about the client who hurt her leg and you were able to schedule a tour for them that required less walking. That is something that will keep clients coming back to you. Thank you for some things to look for in a travel agent, if and when we need to use one. (FB: Addie Cotoure)

It’s really important to find a person that you can work with and trust and one that understands what you like when you travel. I think that’s something that could really make your trip less stressful and more enjoyable!

This is a really informative article indeed. Having a great travel consultant is really important indeed.

Value of a good travel consultant is very important, because the whole scenario of vacation depends on them. Great information 🙂

Being a travel consultant is a very serious and challenging job! Traveling can be so difficult when you are not used to and the very vibes way to start is knowing you have someone who’ll take care of all the issues and possible problems you mentioned

This is wonderful advice! Planning a vacation can be intimidating and overwhelming, so I can easily see the benefits of consulting with a travel consultant.

It’s important to find a good travel consultant as it can mean the difference between a good and bad holiday. It’s great that the flight was rebooked so quickly! I bet he clients were pleased that it was all organised so efficiently.

A really nice post! Having a good and competent travel consultant is really important to avoid any kind of problem or quickly fixing them if some arise. Fortunately I’ve never had any kind of travel, besides a postponed flight, but I guess you never know 😉

I can see why it would be such a good value to have someone help you. And if things go sideways, always good to have someone there on your side to help out. Costs more but more peace of mind I would imagine.

This post was a real eye-opener. I never knew there were so many benefits to using a travel agent.

Sometimes I like having a travel consultant because I don’t stress at work, especially when am too busy. And I like their insights.

I’ve never thought of using a travel consultant but they definitely have value! I love that they work hard to get you upgrades and sort bad situations like cancellations out for you

Travel consultants are really necessary especially if you’re going to a country with a different language. Although it’s more expensive, I prefer it because it’s less hassle. Trips are for relaxation after all.

Great tips for those who love to travel. A travel consultant will indeed be of great help especially since traveling can sometimes be overwhelming.

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• Get a taste of high-mountain adventure on one of the Seven Summits
• Also one of the Volcanic Seven Summits, comprised of the highest volcanoes on each of the seven continents
• Opportunity to discover the wonders of St Petersburg or Moscow
• Experience non-technical moderate-altitude mountaineering

Expedition Level

5,642m/18,510ft

12 or 14 days.

Arrive St Petersburg, Russia. Team meeting, welcome meal and gear check

St Petersburg tour. View the incredible architecture, visit the Hermitage Museum with its art classics and the remarkable Peter and Paul Fortress

Depart St Petersburg and fly to Mineralnye Vody. Travel by coach to Terskol in Baksan Valley

Acclimatisation ascent (using ski lifts) of Cheget Mountain 3,600m/11,800ft . Stay in a local hotel

4WD to a waterfall 2,700m/ 8,850ft , acclimatisation hike to Ice Camp 3,700m/12,100ft . Return to the hotel

Ride ski lifts. Acclimatisation hike. Overnight stay in the newly renovated Heart of Elbrus Hut 3,900m/12,800ft on the slopes of Elbrus

Acclimatisation hike to the Obelisk 4,100m/13,450ft

Acclimatisation hike to Pastukhov Rocks 4,600m/15,100ft , return to the hut

Summit day. Leave hut about 3am for the climb of Elbrus’ west summit 5,642m/18,510ft . Overnight in the hut 

Spare summit day. Overnight in hut

Spare summit day, descend to the valley and return to hotel

Drive to Mineralnye Vody. Fly to Moscow, stay at a hotel

City tour in Moscow, visit famous Russian landmarks like the Kremlin, Red Square and enjoy the modern Russian culture in this entertaining city

Arrive in Moscow, Russia. Team meeting, welcome dinner and gear check

2-hour flight to Mineralnye Vody (Caucasus). 3-hour bus ride to a hotel in the Baksan Valley. Overnight stay in hotel

Acclimatisation ascent (using ski lifts) of Cheget Mountain 3,600m/11,800ft . Overnight stay in the hotel

4WD outing to a local waterfall 2,700m/ 8,850ft , acclimatisation hike to Ice Camp 3,700m/12,100ft . Return to the hotel

Ride ski lifts for an acclimatisation hike. Overnight stay in the newly renovated Heart of Elbrus Hut 3,900m/12,800ft on the slopes of Elbrus

Acclimatisation hike to the Obelisk 4,100m/13,450ft , return to the hut

Reserve day for climbing Elbrus. Overnight in hut

Spare summit day, descend to the valley and return to the hotel

Drive to Mineralnye Vody, fly to Moscow. Overnight in hotel

Trip ends, depart for home

Departures and Pricing

What's next on your Seven Summits Pathway ?

The ascent of Elbrus is a physically challenging ascent involving around 1,500m of elevation gain. A high level of fitness is important for a successful ascent, as summit day is often 12-hours in length. Be sure to include some long, endurance training into your fitness regimen.

No technical climbing experience required. We do recommend that you join an introductory mountaineering instruction course such as our Chamonix Introductory Mountaineering Course or Europe Private Instruction Course prior to the expedition if you have time, but it is not essential, as there are opportunities to practice and review basic snowcraft skills prior to the summit attempt, which makes an ascent of Elbrus a great option for any fit mountain enthusiast.

No prior altitude experience required.

Adventure Consultants is renowned for the quality of its service and strategy applied to high altitude expedition climbing. Our reputation is attributed to meticulous planning and experienced logistics coordination. We have a philosophy of investing in every expedition to offer our climbers the best possible chance of success. We employ strong and specialised Expedition leaders and support staff, who are some of the most pre-eminent in the industry. We pride ourselves on operating with small teams, the best back-up and support available. This includes nutritious and ample quantities of food, comfortable base camp facilities, reliable communications systems and the necessary medical back up. Many of our expedition members come to us because they have seen us in action on a previous trip and decide to opt for our level of service and proven experience. Others return because they know we do our very best to make expeditions safe and successful.

The price of your trip includes the following:

• Qualified and experienced guides
• Quality hotels and transport
• Expert logistics
• Regular dispatches for families and friends to follow your expedition
• Comprehensive support from our New Zealand office team.

An ascent of Elbrus provides a good stepping stone to higher peaks.

Learn how you perform at moderate altitudes using crampons on Elbrus.

Enjoy the cultural tour in St Peterburg on museums and gallery's.

Beware, an ascent of Elbrus is a gateway to the higher peaks in the 7 Summits!

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Top 12 Travel Consultant Skills to Put on Your Resume

In today’s competitive travel industry, standing out as a travel consultant requires a unique blend of skills that appeal to both employers and clients. A well-crafted resume highlighting these essential skills can set you apart, demonstrating your capability to deliver exceptional travel experiences and handle the demands of this dynamic field.

Travel Consultant Skills

• CRM Software
• Multilingual
• Itinerary Planning
• Customer Service
• Negotiation
• Destination Knowledge
• Risk Management

Amadeus is a global travel technology company that provides a comprehensive suite of software and solutions for booking flights, hotels, and other travel services, widely used by travel consultants and agencies to manage reservations and travel itineraries efficiently.

Why It's Important

Amadeus is important for a Travel Consultant because it provides comprehensive access to flight, hotel, and car rental databases, enabling efficient booking management, itinerary planning, and real-time updates, which significantly enhances the service offered to clients.

How to Improve Amadeus Skills

To enhance your proficiency as a Travel Consultant using Amadeus, focus on these key areas:

Training and Certification: Engage in Amadeus Learning Universe for comprehensive courses ranging from beginner to advanced levels. Certifications can validate your expertise.

Practice with Amadeus Selling Platform Connect: Regular use of the Amadeus Selling Platform Connect helps you stay familiar with its features and improves efficiency.

Stay Updated: Follow the Amadeus Blog for the latest trends, updates, and tips relevant to travel consultants.

Use Amadeus Scripts: Automate routine tasks with Amadeus Scripts to save time and reduce errors. Custom scripts can be developed for specific needs.

Networking: Join forums like Amadeus Service Hub to exchange knowledge, troubleshoot issues, and learn from experienced users.

Customer Service Skills: Enhance your customer service skills, as understanding client needs and providing tailored solutions is crucial. Online courses on platforms like Coursera or Udemy can be beneficial.

Focusing on these areas can significantly improve your efficiency and expertise as a Travel Consultant using Amadeus.

How to Display Amadeus Skills on Your Resume

Sabre is a global distribution system (GDS) used by travel consultants to access and book airline tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars, and other travel services for their clients.

Sabre is important for a Travel Consultant because it provides comprehensive access to airline, hotel, car rental, and other travel services inventories, enabling efficient bookings, comparisons, and itinerary management for clients.

How to Improve Sabre Skills

Improving your skills with Sabre as a Travel Consultant involves continuous learning and practice. Here are concise steps to enhance your Sabre proficiency:

Take Online Courses : Enroll in Sabre training courses on platforms like Sabre Travel Network or Udemy to stay updated with the latest features and functionalities.

Practice Regularly : Apply what you learn in a practical environment. Use the Sabre Training platform to practice without affecting real bookings.

Join Forums : Participate in forums like Travel GDS to exchange knowledge, tips, and troubleshoot issues with peers.

Read Documentation : Regularly review the Sabre Documentation for updates on APIs, commands, and best practices.

Watch Tutorials : YouTube and other video platforms have numerous Sabre tutorial channels. Dedicate time to watch these to visually learn new tricks and shortcuts.

Get Certified : Aim for Sabre certification by preparing and taking the exams to validate your expertise, enhancing your credentials within the industry.

Use Sabre Red Workspace : Familiarize yourself with the Sabre Red Workspace for an integrated and intuitive experience, making it easier to manage travel bookings efficiently.

Remember, mastering Sabre is a continuous process of learning, practicing, and staying updated with the latest industry standards and technologies.

How to Display Sabre Skills on Your Resume

Galileo is a global computer reservation system (CRS) used by travel consultants to book airline tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars, and other travel services. It provides real-time access to inventory and pricing information, facilitating efficient travel planning and booking.

Galileo is important because he revolutionized travel by pioneering the use of satellite navigation systems, making global positioning and itinerary planning more precise and accessible for the travel industry.

How to Improve Galileo Skills

Improving your skills with Galileo as a Travel Consultant involves both enhancing your technical proficiency with the system and staying updated on industry trends. Here are concise tips:

Undergo Formal Training : Enroll in Travelport's official training to understand Galileo's comprehensive features and updates.

Practice Regularly : Practical experience is crucial. Use Galileo's training environment to simulate real-life scenarios without affecting live bookings.

Stay Updated : Follow Travelport's news for the latest updates on Galileo and emerging travel technologies.

Join Online Forums : Engage with communities such as Travel Agents Forum to share insights and learn from experienced peers.

Utilize Learning Resources : Access Galileo's learning center for webinars, tutorials, and guides that cover new features and best practices.

Get Certified : Aim to achieve Galileo certification to validate your expertise and increase your professional value.

By combining these strategies, you'll enhance your Galileo proficiency, offering better service to your clients and staying competitive in the travel industry.

How to Display Galileo Skills on Your Resume

4. Worldspan

Worldspan is a global distribution system (GDS) used by travel consultants to book airline tickets, hotel rooms, rental cars, and other travel services. It provides real-time access to travel data and booking capabilities, facilitating efficient travel planning and reservation processes.

Worldspan is important for a Travel Consultant because it provides access to comprehensive travel data, allowing for efficient booking and management of flights, hotels, and car rentals, thus enhancing service delivery to clients.

How to Improve Worldspan Skills

Improving your skills with Worldspan as a Travel Consultant involves continuous learning and utilizing resources effectively. Here are concise steps to enhance your proficiency:

Understand the Basics : Start with mastering the fundamentals of Worldspan commands and functionalities. Worldspan's Quick Reference Guide is an excellent place to begin.

Take Online Courses : Enroll in online courses specifically designed for Worldspan users. Websites like Udemy and Lynda.com often offer relevant training.

Practice Regularly : Apply your learning by practicing regularly. Practical experience is invaluable. Use your agency's Worldspan system for mock bookings to enhance your skills.

Join Forums and Groups : Participate in online forums and groups related to Worldspan and travel consulting. Travel Professional Community is a useful platform for sharing experiences and solutions.

Stay Updated : The travel industry and its technologies evolve rapidly. Follow Worldspan updates and industry trends through Travelport's Customer Portal to stay informed.

Seek Feedback : Get feedback from experienced colleagues or mentors. Constructive criticism can help identify areas for improvement.

Use Reference Materials : Keep handy reference materials, such as cheat sheets and command lists, for quick assistance during work.

By focusing on these steps, you can enhance your Worldspan skills, making you a more efficient and knowledgeable Travel Consultant.

How to Display Worldspan Skills on Your Resume

5. Travelport

Travelport is a global distribution system (GDS) provider that offers travel consultants access to real-time information and booking capabilities for flights, hotels, car rentals, and other travel services, enabling them to manage travel arrangements efficiently for their clients.

Travelport is important for a Travel Consultant because it provides a comprehensive travel commerce platform. This enables consultants to access a wide range of travel content and inventory from airlines, hotels, and car rental services all in one place, facilitating efficient booking and management of travel arrangements for their clients.

How to Improve Travelport Skills

Improving your experience and efficiency as a Travel Consultant using Travelport involves several key actions:

Stay Updated: Regularly visit Travelport's Customer Portal to stay informed about the latest features, updates, and training resources.

Enhance Skills through Training: Utilize Travelport Academy to access a wide range of training courses designed to enhance your proficiency in using Travelport systems.

Leverage Travelport Smartpoint: Install and master Travelport Smartpoint , an innovative tool that improves productivity by providing intuitive navigation and a wealth of content at your fingertips.

Utilize Travelport+: Stay informed about the latest enhancements and features of Travelport+ , the next-generation platform that offers improved efficiency and richer content.

Join User Communities: Engage with the Travelport Community to connect with peers, share insights, and get solutions to common challenges.

Feedback and Support: Regularly provide feedback through the official channels and utilize Travelport Customer Support for any assistance or to address specific challenges.

By focusing on these areas, you can significantly improve your usage of Travelport as a Travel Consultant, enhancing both your efficiency and the quality of service you provide to your clients.

How to Display Travelport Skills on Your Resume

6. CRM Software

CRM software for a travel consultant is a tool designed to manage and enhance customer relationships, streamline communication, and automate sales, marketing, and customer service tasks specific to the travel industry.

CRM software is crucial for a Travel Consultant as it centralizes client information, preferences, and history, enabling personalized service and efficient management of bookings and inquiries, ultimately enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.

How to Improve CRM Software Skills

To improve CRM software for a Travel Consultant, consider implementing the following enhancements:

Integration with Booking Systems : Streamline operations by integrating the CRM with GDS and direct booking systems such as Amadeus or Sabre, enabling real-time booking and updates within the CRM.

Customizable Communication Templates : Develop personalized email and messaging templates for frequent traveler inquiries, confirmations, and promotions, saving time and enhancing client relations.

Client Travel History Tracking : Enhance the CRM to track and analyze individual client travel history and preferences, allowing for personalized travel recommendations and services.

Mobile Accessibility : Ensure the CRM is mobile-friendly, enabling travel consultants to access client information and make bookings on-the-go.

Automated Alerts and Reminders : Implement automated alerts for travel consultants about clients' travel dates, payment due dates, and document expirations, ensuring nothing is missed.

Social Media Integration : Integrate with social media platforms for easy sharing of travel deals and gathering client feedback, enhancing marketing efforts and client engagement.

Data Security Enhancements : Strengthen data protection measures to safeguard client personal and financial information, ensuring trust and compliance with regulations.

By focusing on these key areas, a Travel Consultant can significantly enhance the functionality and efficiency of their CRM software, leading to improved client satisfaction and business performance.

How to Display CRM Software Skills on Your Resume

7. Multilingual

Multilingual, in the context of a Travel Consultant, refers to the ability to communicate effectively in multiple languages, enhancing service provision to clients from diverse linguistic backgrounds.

Multilingual proficiency allows a Travel Consultant to effectively communicate with a diverse clientele and local partners from various countries, enhancing customer service, fostering trust, and facilitating smoother travel experiences.

How to Improve Multilingual Skills

Improving multilingual skills, especially for a Travel Consultant, involves enhancing language proficiency and cultural understanding to communicate effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds. Here's a concise guide:

Language Learning Platforms : Use platforms like Duolingo or Babbel for daily language practice. They offer courses in many languages suitable for various proficiency levels.

Tandem Learning : Engage in language exchange with native speakers through apps like Tandem or HelloTalk , which allow for practicing conversational skills and learning slang or idiomatic expressions.

Cultural Immersion : Enhance cultural understanding by consuming media in your target language, such as movies, shows, music, and books. Websites like Netflix or Spotify are great sources for diverse content.

Professional Courses : Consider enrolling in professional language courses or obtaining certifications from recognized institutions like the Goethe-Institut for German or the Instituto Cervantes for Spanish to add credibility to your language skills.

Travel and Practice : Nothing beats the immersion experience of traveling to countries where the target language is spoken. Interact with locals, practice daily conversations, and understand the cultural nuances firsthand.

Use Translation Tools : Familiarize yourself with translation tools and apps like Google Translate or DeepL for quick assistance during conversations or to learn new phrases.

By consistently applying these strategies, you can significantly improve your multilingual abilities, enhancing your effectiveness and competitiveness as a Travel Consultant.

How to Display Multilingual Skills on Your Resume

8. Itinerary Planning

Itinerary Planning, in the context of a Travel Consultant, involves the creation and organization of a detailed travel schedule for clients. This includes selecting destinations, arranging transportation, booking accommodations, and suggesting activities or attractions, tailored to the client's preferences, budget, and timeline.

Itinerary planning is crucial for a Travel Consultant as it ensures a well-organized trip tailored to the client’s preferences, maximizes time and budget efficiency, anticipates and mitigates potential issues, and enhances the overall travel experience.

How to Improve Itinerary Planning Skills

Improving itinerary planning involves a blend of organization, customization, and resourcefulness. Here are concise steps for a travel consultant:

Understand Client Needs : Conduct a detailed consultation to grasp the client's interests, budget, and expectations. Use Traveler's Questionnaire Forms for comprehensive insights.

Research Thoroughly : Utilize resources like Lonely Planet and TripAdvisor for destination insights, reviews, and hidden gems.

Leverage Technology : Employ itinerary planning tools like TripIt or Travefy to organize plans efficiently and share interactive itineraries with clients.

Incorporate Flexibility : Design itineraries with options for spontaneous activities. Recommend free exploration times and alternatives.

Stay Informed : Keep abreast of travel advisories, weather conditions, and local events through government websites like Travel.State.Gov and weather forecasting services like AccuWeather.

Provide Support : Offer continuous support through communication apps like WhatsApp for any in-trip changes or assistance.

Seek Feedback : Post-trip, gather feedback using services like SurveyMonkey to refine future itinerary planning.

By following these steps, travel consultants can craft more effective, personalized, and enjoyable travel experiences for their clients.

How to Display Itinerary Planning Skills on Your Resume

9. Customer Service

Customer service, in the context of a Travel Consultant, involves providing timely, empathetic assistance and expert advice to help travelers plan, book, and manage their trips, addressing any questions or issues they may encounter before, during, or after their travels.

Customer service is crucial for a Travel Consultant as it ensures client satisfaction, fosters repeat business, and generates positive referrals, ultimately leading to sustained success and a reputable brand in the competitive travel industry.

How to Improve Customer Service Skills

Improving customer service, especially for a Travel Consultant, involves understanding and anticipating the needs of your clients. Here are concise tips with relevant resources:

Personalize the Experience : Tailor recommendations and solutions to fit each client's unique preferences and needs. Harvard Business Review highlights the importance of personal value in customer satisfaction.

Responsive Communication : Ensure timely and efficient communication through various channels. Forbes discusses strategies to improve communication responsiveness.

Knowledge and Expertise : Continuously update your knowledge about destinations, deals, and travel advisories. The Travel Institute offers courses and certifications.

Solicit and Act on Feedback : Use client feedback to improve services. Inc. explains how to effectively incorporate customer feedback.

Leverage Technology : Utilize CRM systems for better client management and personalized marketing. Capterra lists the best travel agency software.

Resolve Issues Promptly : Address complaints and problems quickly to maintain trust. American Express suggests tips for effectively dealing with customer complaints.

Improving customer service is an ongoing process that involves personalization, communication, expertise, feedback, technology, and problem resolution.

How to Display Customer Service Skills on Your Resume

10. Negotiation

Negotiation, in the context of a Travel Consultant, involves the strategic discussion and arrangement with suppliers or clients to reach mutually beneficial agreements on travel packages, prices, and terms of service.

Negotiation is crucial for a Travel Consultant as it enables securing the best deals, enhancing customer satisfaction, and fostering strong relationships with suppliers, ultimately leading to competitive offerings and business growth.

How to Improve Negotiation Skills

Improving negotiation skills, especially for a Travel Consultant, involves understanding the needs of both parties, effective communication, and strategic preparation. Here are concise tips:

Preparation: Understand your client's needs, preferences, and budget. Research destinations, accommodations, and travel services to offer informed options. The Art of Negotiation.

Active Listening: Pay close attention to what the client says and what they might not be saying directly. This helps in tailoring your offerings more precisely. Active Listening: The Key to Effective Communication .

Build Rapport: Establish a connection with your client and suppliers. A positive relationship can facilitate smoother negotiations. Building Rapport .

Communicate Clearly: Articulate the benefits and value of your offerings clearly. Clear communication can help prevent misunderstandings. Effective Communication .

Be Flexible: Be open to finding creative solutions that satisfy all parties. This might involve offering alternative destinations or travel dates. The Importance of Flexibility in Negotiation.

Know When to Walk Away: Recognize when a deal does not meet your client's needs or is not viable for you. Knowing When to Walk Away in Negotiation.

By continuously practicing these strategies, a Travel Consultant can significantly improve their negotiation skills, leading to better deals for their clients and themselves.

How to Display Negotiation Skills on Your Resume

11. Destination Knowledge

Destination Knowledge for a Travel Consultant refers to their comprehensive understanding of specific locations, including attractions, culture, local customs, accommodations, transportation options, and safety tips, enabling them to provide informed recommendations and create personalized travel experiences for clients.

Destination knowledge is crucial for a Travel Consultant as it enables them to provide accurate and tailored advice, enhance the travel experience with personalized recommendations, and effectively solve problems, ensuring client satisfaction and trust.

How to Improve Destination Knowledge Skills

Improving destination knowledge is crucial for travel consultants to provide valuable and accurate advice to clients. Here's a concise guide:

Utilize Destination Training Programs : Many tourism boards offer specialized training programs for travel consultants. Travel Agent Academy and The Travel Institute are great starting points.

Participate in Familiarization Trips : These trips, often sponsored by tourism boards or travel companies, allow you to experience destinations firsthand. Stay updated with offers through platforms like Travel Weekly’s Fam Trips.

Engage with Online Webinars and Workshops : Many travel organizations and destinations host webinars that can enhance your knowledge. Check out Destination Canada’s Webinars for insights into Canada, as an example.

Follow Travel News Resources : Stay informed about new developments, attractions, and regulations in various destinations. Websites like Skift and Travel Pulse are invaluable.

Join Professional Travel Networks : Organizations like ASTA (American Society of Travel Advisors) provide resources, networking opportunities, and educational materials to improve your expertise.

Use Destination Official Websites : Directly access the wealth of information on official tourism websites for the most accurate and up-to-date details on attractions, events, and entry requirements. For instance, explore Visit Britain for resources on the UK.

Incorporating these strategies into your professional development will significantly enhance your destination knowledge, ensuring you can offer the best advice and services to your clients.

How to Display Destination Knowledge Skills on Your Resume

12. Risk Management

Risk Management in the context of a Travel Consultant involves identifying, assessing, and prioritizing potential risks to travel plans (such as health emergencies, natural disasters, political instability, or travel scams) and implementing strategies to minimize, monitor, and control the impact of those risks on travelers' experiences.

Risk management is crucial for a Travel Consultant as it helps anticipate, identify, and mitigate potential issues that could affect client safety, satisfaction, and travel plans, ensuring smooth, secure, and enjoyable experiences for clients.

How to Improve Risk Management Skills

Improving risk management, especially for a Travel Consultant, involves systematic approaches to identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with travel. Here's a concise guide:

Identify Risks : Understand the potential risks involved in travel, including health, safety, political instability, and natural disasters. Use resources like the Travel Advisories from the U.S. Department of State for up-to-date information.

Assess Risks : Evaluate the likelihood and impact of identified risks. Tools like the Global Peace Index can provide insights into the safety and security of potential destinations.

Plan and Prepare : Develop comprehensive travel policies and emergency response plans. Incorporate guidelines from the World Health Organization (WHO) for health-related travel risks.

Implement Solutions : Use travel management software that incorporates risk management tools. Solutions like SAP Concur can help in tracking and assisting travelers in real-time.

Monitor and Review : Continuously monitor travel risks using global monitoring services like International SOS . Regularly review and update risk management strategies based on new information and feedback.

By following these steps, Travel Consultants can significantly improve their risk management practices, ensuring safer and more secure travel experiences for their clients.

How to Display Risk Management Skills on Your Resume

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Vladimir Putin tours ‘Little Moscow’ as he trumpets deepening ties with China

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Vladimir Putin kicked off his second day in China with a visit to Harbin city as the Russian president trumpets deeping economic and strategic ties between the two powerful neighbours.

Harbin in the northeastern Heilongjiang province, which borders Russia’s Far East , has deep social, economic and cultural ties with its neighbouring country. The city was once known as “Little Moscow ” for its substantial Russian population and cultural influence.

It remains a centre of Sino-Russian cooperation.

Mr Putin’s itinerary in Harbin includes attending the 8 th Russia-China Expo and the 4 th Russia-China Forum on Interregional Cooperation. He’s expected to be joined at these functions by his counterpart president Xi Jinping.

Mr Putin will also meet students and faculty at the Harbin Institute of Technology.

The Russian leader arrived in China for a state visit on Thursday. He met Mr Xi and signed a 7,000-word joint statement heralding a “new era” of partnership covering a range of political, economic and strategic interests.

The “no limits relationship”, as Moscow and Beijing have previously described it, is aimed at counterbalancing Western, especially American, influence in Asia and Europe.

The statement condemned the US and its allies for their “intimidation in the military sphere” against North Korea , which has strengthened its ties with Moscow in recent years and is accused of being a major supplier of weapons for Russia’s war in Ukraine . Mr Putin hosted leader North Korea’s Kim Jong-un last year .

On Thursday Mr Putin and Mr Xi also attended a gala celebration marking 75 years of diplomatic relations between their countries and gave speeches at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing.

“I am very sorry for talking for so long, not allowing the translator to speak,” Mr Putin said at one point during his speech. “I’m just feeling so much at home and thought that everybody understands Russian here.”

Mr Xi and Mr Putin spent some leisure time at Zhongnanhai, a government complex in Beijing similar to the US White House.

They strolled and held "in-depth exchanges on strategic issues of common concern" over a cup of tea, Chinese news agency Xinhua reported. The discussion included the Ukraine war.

Mr Xi bid Mr Putin goodbye with a hug as they concluded the first day of the Russian leader’s two-day visit.

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Holland America Line Releases Refreshed 2025 Grand World Voyage Itinerary Including New Ports, Different Entry to Europe

Adjusted route will avoid the Red Sea in order to prioritize safety while providing guests increased certainty well ahead of the voyage

Seattle, Washington, April 3, 2024 — In order to prioritize safety and give travelers adequate time to plan, Holland America Line released a refreshed itinerary for its 2025 Grand World Voyage sailing aboard Zuiderdam. The updated itinerary includes portions to replace the previously announced route through the Red Sea, while adding new ports in Africa and Europe as well as a call in San Juan, Puerto Rico.   

The changes will only affect the last 43 days of the 124-day voyage. The updated voyage will now visit one more port than originally planned, calling at 49 unique ports in 34 countries and territories, spanning six continents, concluding as planned on May 9, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.  

“The safety of our guests and crew is of the utmost importance, and we have made the decision to avoid the Red Sea after close consultation with global security experts and government authorities,” said Beth Bodensteiner, chief commercial officer for Holland America Line. “Making this change now allows us to provide certainty for our guests in preparing for this 124-day trip around the world. The new itinerary was built with guest experience top of mind and maintains exciting European and African destinations with even more ports to explore in the Mediterranean.” 

Following the originally planned visit to Cape Town, South Africa, the new itinerary has been updated to include a call to Walvis Bay, Namibia, before heading north toward Praia, Ilha de Santiago, Cape Verde—the first time Holland America Line has called in more than three years. The ship will then explore the Mediterranean, calling at originally scheduled ports in Gibraltar, Gibraltar; Alexandria, Egypt; Athens, Greece; Rome and Naples, Italy; Lisbon, Portugal; and Barcelona, Spain. Newly added ports include Valletta, Malta; Tangier, Morocco; Arrecife, Alicante, Cartagena and Tenerife, Spain; Olbia and Sardinia, Italy; and Kusadasi, Turkey, pending final confirmation from relevant ports. 

“Guests joining us for our 2025 Grand World Voyage will be able to immerse themselves in exciting destinations across the globe. Not only will added calls to destinations like Kusadasi grant access to the wonders of Ephesus, but originally scheduled destinations such as Alexandria will allow guests to take in the sights of both the Pyramids of Giza and Sakkara, as well as give them a chance to answer the riddle of the Sphinx,” Bodensteiner said.  

For travelers seeking to make new bookings on the 2025 Grand World Voyage, starting cruise-only fares begin at $24,999 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, fees and port expenses are additional. Visit hollandamerica.com for full details. 

2025 Grand World Voyage Highlights — Zuiderdam

·  124 days. Departing Jan. 4, 2025, roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale. 

·  49 total ports in 34 countries across six continents. 

· The voyage will depart from Fort Lauderdale on Jan. 4, 2025, and sail the   original route through March 27—transiting the Panama Canal and making its   way to Easter Island before crossing the South Pacific to Australia, through   Indonesia and Sri Lanka and south to Cape Town, by way of the Seychelles. It        then proceeds along west Africa to Walvis Bay, Namibia, and Praia, Ilha de    Santiago, Cape Verde. After calls in the Canary Islands, the sailing enters the Mediterranean via Gibraltar and completes a full loop of the sea as far east as Egypt and Turkey, before returning west via Italy and Spain. After a call to Lisbon, Portugal, the cruise visits Tangier, Morocco, before crossing the Atlantic, bound for San Juan, Puerto Rico. The sailing then ends three days later in Fort Lauderdale on May 9, 2025. Six overnight calls: Callao, Peru (two nights); Easter Island; Papeete, Tahiti; Sydney, Australia; Cape Town; Barcelona, Spain. 

· Six late-night departures: Manta, Ecuador; Seychelles; Cape Town; Alexandria, Egypt; and Valletta, Malta. 

· Memorable Moments: Panama Canal transit, two nights at Callao allowing time to visit Machu Picchu, Easter Island, Pitcairn, scenic cruising in the Great Barrier Reef, two full days in Cape Town. 

·  The following ports are scheduled for the altered portion of the itinerary: 

Grand Rendezvous in Barcelona

When Zuiderdam calls at Barcelona for an overnight visit on April 24, 2025, she will rendezvous with Volendam, sailing the 133-Day Grand Voyage: Pole to Pole for a once-in-a-lifetime “Grand Meetup.” While in Barcelona, guests and crew aboard both ships will share in a special celebration.  

Booking Bonus Offers   Guests who book the full 124-day Grand World Voyage by June 3, 2024, receive onboard spending credits and amenities valued at up to $8,500 per person. New perks for all guests who book early feature complimentary Surf Wi-Fi package, a $500 air credit per person if booked through Flight Ease, and complimentary roundtrip airport transfers. 

Additional extras can include complimentary luggage delivery service to and from the Fort Lauderdale airport, prepaid crew appreciation and laundry and drycleaning service when booking certain stateroom categories. Terms and conditions apply. Visit  hollandamerica.com  for full details.