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Your Travel Experts

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Cathy Hoffman

  • As a Travel Designer and Expedition Adventure Expert with over 30 years of experience, I craft distinctive journeys across the globe. From luxury cruises and scenic rail experiences to immersive expeditions and exotic destinations, every itinerary is thoughtfully tailored to you.


  • Beyond curating inspired travel experiences, I personally recommend, research, and design luxury, special interest destination cruises, family cruises and tours that align perfectly with your interests—ensuring every journey is seamless, meaningful, and uniquely yours.

Laurie Zelnio

  • With over 15 years of experience in the travel industry and corporate leadership, I design elevated, personalized journeys around the world. Specializing in group travel, family experiences, luxury cruises,- each itinerary is thoughtfully curated to reflect your unique travel style.


  • In addition, I take a highly personalized approach to recommending and designing cruises and tours tailored specifically to you— delivering a smooth, immersive experience that perfectly reflects your travel style.

Kimberly Hoffman

  • Communications and Editorial Manager
  • Associate Website Administrator

Service Commitment

Personalized Services

Member of Signature Travel Network

Member of Signature Travel Network

  • We are travel designers creating unique and captivating travel experiences.  


  • Our team offers you personalized travel experiences as well as exciting dreamed-for-vacations or those once-in-a-life-time journeys. 


  • Collectively we have over 35 years of experience as we unite to help you plan and book your dream vacations. 


Peace of Mind

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  • We are travel designers creating unique and captivating travel experiences.  


  • Our team offers you personalized travel experiences as well as exciting dreamed-for-vacations or those once-in-a-life-time journeys. 


  • Collectively we have over 35 years of experience as we unite to help you plan and book your dream vacations. 


Peace of Mind

We are here for you. We stay abreast of the most current and timely promotions. No two travelers are alike. Through our knowledge and research, we make sure you get the best value at the best price for the trip that is right for you. We are destination specialists and experienced travelers and can give you insider tips based on our experiences and connections.


Your Personal Advocate

We have a pulse on the industry and have up-to-date information on what’s hot and happening in travel. We are here to help if something should go wrong before or during your trip, such as canceled flights or revised itineraries. Your well-earned vacation time is precious. Vacations are investments – just like you would want to hire a professional to manage a cash investment, you should consider using a professional travel advisor to help with your vacation investment. We'll help put the fun back into planning your vacation by relieving all the stress.

Member of Signature Travel Network

Member of Signature Travel Network

Member of Signature Travel Network

Exclusive Benefits. Personalized Experiences.


As a member of the Signature Travel Network, we provide exceptional, tailored travel experiences designed around you. With expert knowledge and global connections, you’ll enjoy seamless planning, exclusive access, and elevated benefits every step of the way.


Enjoy thoughtful extras and insider a

Exclusive Benefits. Personalized Experiences.


As a member of the Signature Travel Network, we provide exceptional, tailored travel experiences designed around you. With expert knowledge and global connections, you’ll enjoy seamless planning, exclusive access, and elevated benefits every step of the way.


Enjoy thoughtful extras and insider access, from unique cultural experiences to special touches that make every journey unforgettable.


Relax knowing every detail is handled, delivering a smooth, stress-free travel experience with outstanding value.

Experience preferred privileges worldwide, including:


  • Complimentary breakfast for two
  • Resort or dining credits and added amenities
  • Room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out (when available)

Enhancements at sea include:

  • Prepaid gratuities and onboard credits
  • Exclusive cruise amenities and hosted experiences


From luxury escapes to milestone celebrations and group travel, we bring your journey to life with care, expertise, and exceptional service.

We are a Signature "Select" Agency

Member of Signature Travel Network

We are a Signature "Select" Agency

We are proud to be recognized as a Signature Select Agency, part of an elite group of Select Experts chosen from over 200 top travel agencies across the United States and Canada. Carefully vetted by their peers, Select Experts:


  • Possess in-depth destination knowledge gained through firsthand experience—having lived in or frequently visited 

We are proud to be recognized as a Signature Select Agency, part of an elite group of Select Experts chosen from over 200 top travel agencies across the United States and Canada. Carefully vetted by their peers, Select Experts:


  • Possess in-depth destination knowledge gained through firsthand experience—having lived in or frequently visited the destinations they specialize in. This “feet-on-the-ground” insight ensures you receive the most current information and personalized travel options.


  • Deliver exceptional service from the initial planning stages through your return home, ensuring a seamless and memorable travel experience.

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LOCATED IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS; FLORIDA & WISCONSIN

We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.

Your Travel Designers - Cathy Hoffman & Associates - Cruise Planners

239-433-0000

Hours

Mon

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Tue

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Wed

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Thu

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Fri

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Sat

By Appointment

Sun

Closed

 Independently Owned & Operated Travel Franchises

FL ST# 39068 • CST# 2034468-50 • HST# TAR-7058 • WA ST# 603-399-504

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