Meet Your Expert Cruise Travel Advisor

I’m Karen, founder of 189 Market Journeys, and a dedicated cruise travel advisor who believes life’s most meaningful moments deserve to be celebrated through unforgettable travel experiences.

For me, travel is about more than visiting somewhere new; it’s about honoring life’s milestones in extraordinary places. Whether it’s a birthday celebrated at sea, an anniversary sailing through the Caribbean, or a multi-generational family cruise, the right journey transforms a special occasion into a lasting memory.

Experience You Can Trust

Over the years, I’ve planned weddings, reunions, anniversaries, and milestone celebrations, combining creativity with thoughtful organization and a deep attention to detail.

I am a Certified Wedding Specialist through Weddings Beautiful Worldwide and hold professional travel credentials, including TAEC and CATA. I also maintain specialist certifications with leading cruise lines, including:

These partnerships allow me to match each traveler with the cruise experience that best fits their style, celebration, and destination dreams.

My Heart for Travel

I believe that a cruise is more than just a vacation; it is a floating sanctuary where families and friends can disconnect from the digital world and reconnect with each other. My approach to being a cruise travel advisor is rooted in the belief that the journey should be as joyful as the destination. Whether we are selecting the perfect balcony cabin for a sunrise view or arranging a surprise anniversary dinner, I treat every itinerary as if I were planning it for my own family.

A Background in Seamless Travel Planning

My background in executive and corporate travel strengthened my passion for well-managed logistics and seamless planning. Today, I bring that same level of care to every cruise journey I design.

As your cruise travel advisor, my goal is to make the planning process feel exciting rather than overwhelming. I manage the details so you can focus on celebrating, connecting, and creating memories that last long after the voyage ends.

What I Bring to Your Celebration at Sea

Seamless Planning

From cruise itineraries to special onboard experiences, every detail is thoughtfully arranged so you can relax and enjoy the celebration.

Personalized Service

Your cruise journey is designed around your travel style, milestones, and destination dreams, from our first conversation until you return home.

Special Touches

Using my specialized knowledge as a cruise travel advisor, I ensure your celebration flows effortlessly.

Why Work With a Cruise Travel Advisor

Planning a cruise involves more than choosing a ship and destination.

As your cruise travel advisor, I help you navigate cruise lines, itineraries, cabin options, and onboard experiences so your journey is perfectly matched to your celebration.

When you work with 189 Market Journeys, you benefit from personalized guidance, trusted cruise line partnerships, and thoughtful planning designed to make your travel experience seamless from the very beginning.

Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, honeymoon, or simply taking time to reconnect with the people who matter most, I’m here to help turn your cruise into a meaningful and memorable experience.

Ready to start planning your celebration at sea? Visit the contact page to begin designing your next unforgettable journey.

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Let’s Celebrate

Ready to work with a cruise travel advisor and start planning your next unforgettable celebration at sea? Whether you’re marking a birthday, anniversary, reunion, or simply celebrating life’s special moments, I’m here to make your journey seamless, thoughtful, and uniquely yours.

Contact me today to begin your personalized cruise planning experience with 189 Market Journeys, and let’s design a celebration you and your loved ones will remember forever.

Karen L Holmes – Cruise Travel Advisor