Antarctica Fly Cruises

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Lauren Williams, Travel Agent in Griswold, CT

Lauren Williams

Griswold, CT Travel Agent

Lauren Williams

Griswold, CT · 5 Years of Experience

Travel Planning with Lauren , an independent agent with Carry on the Magic Vacations LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(23)
100% Recommended
Lauren was amazing and very detail oriented while making our trip. We would not have had the trip we did with out her expertise. I will... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Antarctica

Interests:

Expedition Cruises, Adventure, Luxury Cruises

Suppliers:

National Geographic Expeditions, Silversea

About Me

Antarctica Expedition
Antarctica Expedition

Travel to Antarctica should feel exhilarating, not overwhelming. As a cold-weather cruise specialist with a strong focus on fly-cruise expeditions, I help travelers experience the White Continent with ease, comfort, and confidence. Many people dream of Antarctica but worry about the Drake Passage, complex logistics, and choosing the right expedition company. I guide you through all of it with attentive planning, insider knowledge, and partnerships with trusted expedition brands.

My specialty is fly-cruise travel to Antarctica, where you skip the Drake Passage and fly directly to King George Island to board your ship. This style of exploration maximizes your time on the continent and creates a smoother, more comfortable start and finish to your adventure. I stay up to date on vessel layouts, cabin categories, flight operations, weight requirements, weather considerations, and the differences between major operators, so you receive clear guidance tailored to your exact comfort level and travel style.

I work closely with travelers who want an elevated, personalized experience—families, couples, and adventure-seekers who prefer small ships, curated excursions, and expert-led landings instead of large-group travel. My role is to design an experience that feels intentional from start to finish. That means private pre- and post-travel arrangements, thoughtful packing support, clear preparation timelines, and responsive guidance along the way.

With my ongoing destination training, firsthand research, and strong partnerships across the expedition industry, you gain a reliable point of contact who manages every detail. You get the convenience and comfort of a concierge-style planning experience, paired with the expertise of someone who deeply understands the unique needs of cold-weather travel.

If you are dreaming of Antarctica but want to experience it with ease and confidence, I would love to help you plan an elevated, memorable fly-cruise adventure.

 

You can check out more at my website skipthedrake.com

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
23 reviews
100% Recommended
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Best Family Disney Trip
Reviewed By ahmettheGREAT - New York | Traveled to Florida ~ USA
Lauren was amazing and very detail oriented while making our trip. We would not have had the trip we did with out her expertise. I will refer Lauren to all my friends and family who are interested in vacationing in disney and the other surrounding parks.
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"Thank you! This was excellent to hear about your trip! I'm so glad you enjoyed your vacation and I enjoyed working with you! "
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Alaska Made Simple
Reviewed By Kate - Juneau | Traveled to Alaska | USA
We tried researching and almost booked our Alaska cruise when we found Lauren. So glad we did as we almost booked a cruise we did not want! There are so many reasons to pick a cruise in Alaska and we did not understand how complicated it can be! We were able to add on a land portion too and see more of Alaska. We were nervous with all the transportation we would need to take, but Lauren made us a daily guide that we could follow that made our trip so easy. I would never have enjoyed my vacation without Lauren. She is the best.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Alaska Vacation was so Easy
Reviewed By Tony - Denali | Traveled to Alaska | USA
When we came to Lauren we had a vision for our Alaskan vacation, but Lauren brought it to life. She was able to find the right cruise ship and then planned our private tour afterwards. It was everything we wanted and more. We go to see so much of Alaska and the Alaska railroad was not on our list, but Lauren suggested it - BEST suggestion ever. We had an amazing time and booked again with Lauren!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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National Parks Dream
Reviewed By Renea - Glacier National Park | Traveled to Montana | USA
Lauren helped us book an amazing National Parks Tour. We wanted something so personalized and special and we were able to check off so many pieces of our bucket list. We had another vacation booked with Lauren before we even left!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Amazing Alaska Vacation Experience
Reviewed By Andrea - Juneau | Traveled to Alaska | USA
We had the best time in Alaska...especially the land portion! Honestly, we can't thank you enough! We would have never been able to plan all that! There were so many details and the daily itinerary for such a long trip helped so much! All my vacations will be booked through you! Such attention to detail!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

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.
Quark Polar Certified