Curated cruise & group travel,
planned by an expert you'll actually talk to.
Ocean voyages, river cruises, group sailings, all-inclusive resorts, and custom itineraries — designed around you, at no extra cost.
Planning done right, at no cost to you
Travel agencies earn commissions from cruise lines and resorts — which means our expert planning is completely free to you. You get personalized guidance without paying a penny more than you would booking direct.
CLIA-Certified Expertise
Ben holds Cruise Counsellor certification from CLIA plus elite certifications from Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Carnival, AmaWaterways, Princess, Virgin Voyages, and more.
Direct, Personal Service
You work one-on-one with Ben — not a call center or a chatbot. Every itinerary is researched and crafted personally, with your specific goals in mind.
Free to You
Our services are commission-based. You pay the same price as booking direct, but with an experienced advocate in your corner from planning through the journey home.
A full range of travel experiences
From ocean voyages to river sailings, tropical all-inclusives to custom land adventures — if it involves travel, we can plan it.
Ocean Cruises
Caribbean, Mediterranean, Alaska, world voyages, and beyond. We've circumnavigated the globe by cruise ship and know these itineraries deeply.
River Cruises
Sail through the heart of Europe, Asia, or beyond on a small, intimate vessel. We're certified AmaWaterways advisors with firsthand river cruise experience.
Group Sailings
Social circles, online communities, corporate groups, family reunions — we specialize in coordinating group cruises that bring people together from around the world.
All-Inclusive Resorts
Worry-free beach escapes where food, drinks, and activities are all covered. We'll match you to the right resort for your budget and travel style.
Custom Itineraries
Bespoke multi-destination trips built around your interests, pace, and preferences — crafted by someone who has visited destinations on six continents.
Land & Independent Travel
Fully independent travel (FIT) for those who want a custom land journey. Hotels, transfers, experiences — planned and coordinated end to end.
How it works
Planning your trip should be exciting, not stressful. Here's what working with Gustafson Travel looks like.
Tell Us Your Vision
Fill out our short inquiry form with your destination ideas, travel dates, group size, and any must-haves. The more you share, the better we can tailor our recommendations.
We Design Your Trip
Ben personally researches your options, selects the best fits, and presents you with a clear, tailored plan — no generic packages, no upselling.
Enjoy the Journey
We handle the bookings, coordination, and any hiccups along the way. You show up and enjoy the trip you envisioned.
Meet Ben Gustafson
With over 15 years of firsthand travel experience spanning six continents, 400+ nights at sea, and 1.3 million miles flown, Ben brings deep, personal knowledge to every trip he plans.
A CLIA-certified Cruise Counsellor and elite-certified advisor with Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, AmaWaterways, Virgin Voyages, and others — Ben has the credentials and the passport stamps to back it up.
Certified Advisor & Partner Cruise Lines
- AmaWaterways
- Atlas Ocean Cruises
- Celebrity Cruises
- Royal Caribbean
- Virgin Voyages
- Carnival Cruise Line
- Princess Cruises
- Cunard
- Norwegian Cruise Line
- Disney Cruise Line
Ready to start planning?
Tell us about your dream trip and we'll take it from there — no obligation, no pressure, completely free.