Cruise & Vacation Booking FAQs
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No. You pay the same price as booking direct, and sometimes less thanks to promotions or group rates I have access to.
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Virgin Voyages, Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Princess Cruises, Viking Cruises, and Carnival, plus Universal Orlando and Disney vacations.
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First Mate is Virgin Voyages' official title for its certified travel professionals. I hold Gold Tier First Mate status, meaning I've completed Virgin's full training and booking requirements.
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Yes. Booking through PTO Passport lets you select a specific cabin assignment, something you can't always do booking direct.
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Yes. I track pricing on your sailing after booking and let you know if a lower rate or better promotion becomes available before final payment.
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PTO Passport is based in Mobile, Alabama, but I work with clients nationwide by phone, email, and video. You don't need to be local to book with me.
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Yes, most cruise lines allow you to transfer an unassisted booking to a travel advisor within a set window, typically before final payment. Reach out and I can check your options.
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Not typically. On most lines, including Virgin Voyages, gratuities and alcoholic beverages are billed separately from the base fare unless a specific promotion includes them. I'll walk you through exactly what's included when I send your quote.
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Fill out the quote request form on this site, or reach out directly by email. I'll follow up with a recommendation based on what you're looking for.