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Carol Terhune
Carol Terhune

Carol Terhune

Seattle, WA Travel Agent

Cruise Specialists

56 Reviews
100% Recommended
25+ Years of Experience
Additional Languages
English

World Cruise, River Cruise & Escorted Tour Expert

I have been selling luxury cruises and land travel for more than three decades. I know it’s about more than simply picking the right luxury ship. It’s about truly catering to an upscale client’s desires. On a cruise, that means you might have the expectation of special, yet discreet attention, and a quick response to any special requests. I’m specially suited to knowing which cruise lines can handle whatever your desires might be while also providing the ultimate goal of having a relaxing cruise vacation. 

I am a leading expert on World Cruises and months-long Grand Voyages, along with other cruises and destinations, including European river cruises. I have personally cruised in China, Mexico, Alaska, the Caribbean and Europe. The top cruise destinations I sell are to the Mediterranean, the United Kingdom, Portugal, French Polynesia and Canada/New England.

I work with a wide variety of luxury and premium cruise and land tour operators. As part of my ongoing education and efforts to provide recommendations for my clients, here are the ocean cruise lines I have sailed on:

  • Cunard
  • Seabourn
  • Celebrity Cruises
  • Royal Caribbean
  • Star Clippers 

I have also cruised on these river cruise lines:

  • AmaWaterways
  • Viking River Cruises 

Inspecting a cruise ship is also a meaningful way to get to know a cruise line without taking a full cruise on it. During an inspection I tour staterooms and suites, sample the cuisine, walk through all public venues, and meet with key onboard staff to learn more. My cruise lines inspected include:

  • Azamara
  • Silversea
  • Ponant

Additionally, I have experienced Ireland on a Tauck tour. Traveling with Tauck is something everyone should do at least once in their life! And once you travel with Tauck, you’ll surely want to do it again. They take care of absolutely everything, have such a wealth of experience in the destinations you’re visiting — you’re in the absolute best hands possible with Tauck. 

Because of this extensive travel experience with my clients’ interests in mind, I can share an array of feedback about the various levels of service you might receive, the onboard ambiance, cuisine and more. 

Finally, as a Cruise Consultant with Cruise Specialists, I have the support of an incredibly strong and experienced team that really helps me respond to any need you may have. We have decades of experience in working with detailed reservations, planning pre and post-cruise hotel stays, and much more.   

In summary, my vast experience enables me to anticipate and handle all the little things that make for a perfect cruise vacation. This attention to detail and the quality of service I provide is one of the primary reasons my clients come back time and time again! I eagerly await the opportunity to hear from you and learn more about your travel wishes.

Areas of Expertise

Destinations:

World Cruise
On the River, Rhine River
At Sea, Mediterranean
On the River, Moselle River
United Kingdom
On the River, Danube
Portugal
On the River, Douro River
French Polynesia
On the River, Seine River

Interests:

Luxury Cruises
River Cruises
World Cruises
Cruises
Food & Wine
Small Ship Cruises

Suppliers:

Cunard®
Holland America Line
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Viking
AmaWaterways
Seabourn
Avalon Waterways
Silversea
Oceania Cruises
Paul Gauguin
Tauck

My Travel Specialties

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World Cruise Expertise Details

Cruise Specialists clients at the Taj Mahal

World Cruise Expertise Details

<p>As a World Cruise Consultant with Cruise Specialists who has worked in the travel industry more than 30 years, I have helped hundreds of clients experience the ultimate travel adventure of circling the globe on a cruise. It is a thrilling experience that allows you to visit dozens of destinations on one seamless trip, all while enjoying the luxuries of a home-away-from-home where your every need is catered to. From Regent Seven Seas Cruises, where everything is rolled into your cruise reservation (think unlimited, free shore excursions, all-inclusive and unlimited beverages, your airfare and more) — to the highly popular Holland America Line World cruise, on which my agency offers our extremely popular Hosted Voyage program, I can make sure to match you with the perfect cruise line, itinerary, and stateroom or suite for your World Cruise — whether it is your first or your fifteenth. <strong>In 2020, I was Cruise Specialists' top Cunard World Cruise consultant and I would absolutely love to share my passion for these grand ships with you.</strong></p>
<p>For first-time World Cruisers, I go through a long-perfected process of getting to know you:</p>
<ul>
<li>What types of things you wish to experience on a World Cruise</li>
<li>How much you have cruised in the past</li>
<li>Which cruise lines you have cruised on</li>
<li>Dream destinations you may be seeking</li>
<li>…and more.</li>
</ul>
<p>From there I explain the various inclusions cruise lines offer and get into more detailed information that you might not consider if you were simply looking online or calling a cruise line directly. <strong>By working with me, you receive the complete picture of the World Cruising landscape from an unbiased and educated professional. </strong></p>
<p>I love taking care of the “extras” to make your trip planning experience pleasurable, and to make sure your entire World Cruise is carefully thought through. I can assist you in reserving <strong>shore excursions</strong>, take care of <strong>pre-cruise or post-cruise hotel accommodations</strong>, arrange your <strong>insurance</strong>, pass along information on <strong>visas</strong> that may be needed, arrange for your <strong>dining preferences</strong> and more. When you are on a three-month or longer trip, you may have special life events you wish to mark, such as a special birthday or anniversary, and I work with my contacts at the cruise line to make sure it’s one that will always be cherished! There are so many fun surprises that go along with World Cruising and you are treated like family throughout the voyage. I love hearing about the many special memories you’ve made when you return.</p>
<p>Cruise Specialists is The World Leader in World Cruising, and you will have an advantage in reserving your World Cruise that you simply do not receive elsewhere. <strong>Each year we provide a Voyage Host and special amenities exclusively to Cruise Specialists clients on the Holland America Line World Cruise. We are also providing a Voyage Host on the 2024 Oceania Cruises World Cruise and the 2024 Princess Cruises World Cruise.</strong> The Voyage Host builds camaraderie and can serve as an invaluable resource and connection for you when the trip is underway.</p>
<p>From the value pricing, to my in-depth experience, and the complete backing of our entire operation, we provide the “full package” and look forward to exceeding your expectations!</p>

Other Specialties

Luxury Travel Expert Specializing in World Cruises

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Reviews

56 Reviews
Always great working with Carol. She has helped plan several cruises for us. Keeps us informed particularly any possible or real changes in scheduling, insurance etc. She is available and always gets back to me via email and phone. Enjoy working with her!
David - Mediterranean
All cruise documents came in on time and correct
Sharon - World Cruise
Carol took our idea and plans and efficiently implemented them. She is easy to communicate with and would always responded within minutes. Here contacts with the cruise company always produced accurate information. We continue to rely on Carol as our travel professional
Stella Ann - Europe

Certifications & Awards

Certifications

  • Travel Expert

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