Allie Thompson
Cruising Specialist
Caribbean & Alaska Cruise Specialist
Imagine waking to turquoise Caribbean waters one morning, marveling at Alaskan glaciers the next, or exploring Mediterranean coastlines on a bucket-list adventure — I make those experiences effortless. I specialize in crafting seamless, unforgettable cruises for couples, families, friends, and groups, with deep expertise in Caribbean and Alaska itineraries and the ability to design global journeys worldwide. As a Travel Alaska Certified Expert and trained with ocean cruise leaders Royal Caribbean, Virgin Voyages, Norwegian, Princess, Celebrity, and MSC, as well as river cruise specialists Viking and AmaWaterways, I guide clients through every detail — cabins, dining, excursions, and onboard strategy — ensuring each voyage is perfectly tailored. From honeymoons and anniversaries to girls trips and multigenerational family adventures, I create cruises that balance adventure, connection, and relaxation. My clients board with confidence, knowing every detail is expertly managed so they can focus on making memories that last a lifetime.
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The gift of travel this Christmas: 8 Fridays to plan
Earlier this month I was standing at the front of a catamaran, sailing out of Whittier, Alaska, on Phillips Cruises’ 26 Glacier cruise. It was a beautiful, crisp morning, and I had no idea what was about to show up.
Continue reading →The excursion I recommend when clients want a memory that never fades
We had the top down, crossing from Kona to Hilo, when the temperature dropped so fast we had to pull over and put the top up. That’s the Big Island in one drive. You’re baking in the sun on the
Continue reading →I waited 3 days for my suitcase. Now I tag everything.
The carousel at my home airport stopped moving, and my suitcase wasn’t on it. That moment is a big part of why I pack AirTags for travel now. I stood there a few extra minutes anyway (you know the move,
Continue reading →An anniversary in London, and why I picked ME London for Joy and Michael
The first photo showed up on my phone the day they checked in. A slice of cheesecake that said “Happy Anniversary,” a bottle of champagne already chilled, and a bouquet of flowers waiting in the room. The next one was
Continue reading →The call that came from someone who wasn’t even there
A group of 24 was in Punta Cana together this spring. Different flights, different airlines, same trip. When the weather rolled in and started canceling flights out of the airport, one couple in the group got caught in it. I
Continue reading →She wanted one thing. We built a trip around it.
“I want to swim with sea turtles. How can we make that happen?” That’s the entire ask a client brought me a few months back. No resort in mind, no region picked out, no dates locked. Just one very specific
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