Ilja Chapman, Travel Agent in Key Largo, FL

Ilja Chapman

Key Largo, FL Travel Agent
Super Agent

Ilja Chapman

Key Largo, FL · 12 Years of Experience

Voyage Blue Travel, an independent agent with Travel Resources Group, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(31)
100% Recommended
She is very professional, very friendly and is always very helpful Read More >
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My Travel Specialties
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Certificates & Awards
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

St. Lucia, Greece, Netherlands, Turkey, Alaska

Interests:

Cruises, Escorted Tours, European Culture, Small Ship Cruises, River Cruises

Suppliers:

AmaWaterways, Azamara, Classic Vacations, Holland America Line, UnCruise Adventures

About Me

From the Netherlands & traveled all 7-continents

Born and raised in the Netherlands did I leave my home country back in 1993 to travel for a year. Now seven continents and over 95 countries later do I share my expertise with travel clients all over the US from my office in sunny Key Largo. During the 30 years I lived in Cyprus, Prague, Ecuador, London, St Lucia, Spain, Grand Cayman, on board the Holland America Line Ship and Windstar cruise, New Hampshire and Key Largo. I traveled extensively in Europe, Scandinavia, Iceland, The United Kingdom, many states in the USA including Alaska, South America, almost all Caribbean Islands, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia and my absolute favorite - Antarctica. Next on the list is South Africa! Happy to share my story with you to get you inspired to travel to your dream destination. My team will is ready to help you travel the world! ILJA CHAPMAN
Additional Languages
Dutch,
German,
Spanish

My Travel Specialties

TRAVEL ADVISOR EXPERIENCED in ALL 7 CONTINENTS

TRAVEL ADVISOR EXPERIENCED in ALL 7 CONTINENTS
Dear Travel Friend,  Are you looking for personalized assistance planning your next vacation? Do you want to feel confident you have booked a carefree travel experience with all details taken care of? Then you should contact me.   Over the last 30 years I have travelled all s...Read More ▶

Luxury Yacht and Small Ship Cruise Specialist

Luxury Yacht and Small Ship Cruise Specialist
Windstar Cruises Expert! I'm Ilja Chapman, owner of Voyage Blue Travel and a small ship cruise specialist with a unique insider's view of Windstar Cruises. I don’t just book Windstar, I have lived it. My husband and I once worked onboard their iconic sailing yachts, giving me behind-the-sc...Read More ▶

ALASKA TRAVEL AGENT | LAND, SEA OR BOTH

ALASKA TRAVEL AGENT | LAND, SEA OR BOTH
Ilja Chapman, Voyage Blue Travel Inside Passage Cruises, from Anchorage to Fairbanks, Denali Park and the Yukon Alaska is wild, majestic, and endlessly rewarding for travelers who crave nature, culture, and awe-inspiring landscapes. As an experienced travel advisor, I specialize in ...Read More ▶

Windstar Cruises Expert | Greece and Turkey

Windstar Cruises Expert  | Greece and Turkey
Windstar Cruises Expert | Greece and Turkey | Ilja Chapman, Voyage Blue Travel   Few journeys rival the beauty and cultural richness of sailing through the Aegean and eastern Mediterranean with Windstar Cruises. I had the privilege of working on board Windstar’s sailing yachts after...Read More ▶

Windstar Cruises Caribbean Specialist

Windstar Cruises Caribbean Specialist
Ilja Chapman, Voyage Blue Travel The Caribbean is more than just a destination for me. It is where my story began. I met my husband on the island of St. Lucia while we were both working at the renowned Anse Chastanet resort. After we were married, we continued our journey together on board...Read More ▶

Unique, Customized Trips

Unique, Customized Trips
 I specialize in creating unique, off-the-beaten-path travel adventures, tailor-made to your interests. Having travelled extensively on all 7 continents myself, I am an expert in finding the unique experiences you have only dreamed of and will craft an outstanding personalized itinerary fo...Read More ▶

Cruise the World!

Cruise the World!
Hankering to take a cruise but don’t know where to begin? I am a cruise specialist who can simplify the process for you, sorting through numerous options so that you don’t have to. Before I became a travel advisor operating my own travel business, I worked on both the Holland Americ...Read More ▶

Escorted Groups & Group Bookings

Escorted Groups & Group Bookings
I was born and raised in the Netherlands so it’s not surprising that I’m in love with tulips. When I was growing up my father often took the family on spring tours of the enchanting Keukenhof gardens, famous for their tulip displays. I still delight in visiting the tulip fields each spring...Read More ▶

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
31 reviews
100% Recommended
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Had a "Girls 60th Birthday Cruise, Best Ever!
Reviewed By Pam - Key Largo, Florida | Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean
She is very professional, very friendly and is always very helpful
Ilja Chapman responded
"Thank you Pam, looking forward to work with you again in the near future. My pleasure to help you and your friends and family find the perfect FUN getaway. Bon Voyage, Ilja"
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Absolutely Care Free Cruise!
Reviewed By Beav - Newburyport, MA | Traveled to San Juan ~ Puerto Rico ~ Caribbean
Ilja is the best. She is knowledgeable, experienced, organized,
and dependable. Because of Ilja our trip was absolutely care free.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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MANY best trips of our lives!
Reviewed By Happy Travelers - Hollis Center, Me | Traveled to Croatia ~ Europe
We have worked with Ilja on several trips and she brings not only a wealth of personal experience of the world - but an attention to every detail.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Trip(s) of a Lifetime!
Reviewed By CRobertson - Key Largo, FL | Traveled to Maldives ~ Central Asia
Ilja is attentive, organized, thorough, and everything you would in a travel agent!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Ilja-a must for domestic and international travel
Reviewed By Kathy - Danville, Vermont | Traveled to Azores ~ Portugal ~ Europe
Ilja has helped us with flight arrangements and accommodations for the past 6 years or so. She is the calming presence in the storm of traveling, helping us with cancelled flights, trips that were canceled as Covid began its world-wide spread. We would never plan a trip without her help and feel very lucky to have found her.
Ilja Chapman responded
"So nice to look back on your feedback from 2023, knowing you still book your travel arrangements with us. We certainly consider you as a loyal, and well appreciate client who has supported our business for several years now. Thank You! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

ASTA is the leading global advocate for travel agents, the travel industry and the traveling public.It is the world's largest association of travel professionals.Our members include travel agents and the companies whose products they sell such as tours, cruises, hotels, car rentals, etc.Expand your world. Go with the pros.
The Book with Confidence logo tells you that this Travel Advisor has direct access to comprehensive resources for safe and healthy travel, available at their discretion for sharing with clients.  This includes vetting the details on the health and safety protocols implemented by each travel provider in order to recommend the ideal itinerary for each client’s unique needs.
Alaska Specialist
Windstar Cruises Specialist
Windstar Specialist
Turkey Specialist
Caribbean Specialist
Holland America Line Certified
Scuba Enthusiast - former PADI instructor
Greek Isles Destination Expert

My Places

When it comes to travel planning, real-world experience makes a huge difference. Check out the map below to see all the places I have personally visited or booked for my clients. I know these destinations well and can give you reliable guidance.

My Photo Albums and Videos

Windstar Cruises -
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Ilja shares her passion for Holland America Line

My Travel Stories

Agency  Owner Ilja with her client Dawn Berg

Local Florist Visits the Netherlands

Local Florist Visits the Netherlands for Behind the Scenes Look into the Flower Trad. Every week, local floral entrepreneur Dawn Berg receives a shipment of boxes from her distributor containing the blossoms she will use to create the artistic bouquets and flower arrangements she sells at her shop, Cherry Blossom Floral Design in Littleto...
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Client Testimonials

To the land down under
We enthusiastically recommend Ilja to help with anyone’s travel plans – whether just a short trip or the trip of a lifetime. What a pleasure it was to have all the flights, hotels, cars, boats, train and transfers taken care of – all we had to worry about was being on time for the next adventure.
Marcy and Scott, NH
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