Personal travel planning with Dr. Sam

Travel, Planned
Around You.

I’m Dr. Sam, an independent travel advisor. I design cruises, all-inclusive escapes, and group journeys — and I stay with you before, during, and after you travel.

Two easy ways to start:

Cruises · resorts · groups · custom journeys

What I plan

Your kind of journey.

From the first idea to the final confirmation, every detail begins with how you want the trip to feel.

Cruise ship sailing at sunset

Cruises

Ocean and river cruises, from first sailing to bucket-list voyage.

Beach cabanas beside clear blue water

All-Inclusive Resorts

Relaxation-first escapes where everything is handled.

Friends celebrating together at a beach picnic

Group Travel & Celebrations

Honeymoons, destination weddings, family reunions, girlfriend getaways, and church or organization trips.

Stone coastal village street descending toward the sea at sunset

And Beyond

I plan all types of travel, from quick weekend getaways to fully custom itineraries around the world.

How it works

A clear path from idea to departure.

01

Share your vision

Complete the trip inquiry form or schedule a call — tell me where, when, who’s coming, and what the trip should feel like.

02

I design your options

I research and tailor choices to your budget, style, and must-haves.

03

Travel with confidence

I handle the booking details, confirm everything in writing, and I’m on call while you travel.

Dr. Sam, independent travel advisor

Why book with an advisor

One dedicated point of contact.

I monitor your booking, watch for changes, and advocate for you if plans shift — at no extra cost to you for most cruises, resorts, and tours.

Ready when you are

Bring me the trip you keep thinking about.

Two easy ways to start:

About

Meet Dr. Sam

Personal service, thoughtful listening, and travel designed around the experience you actually want.

Dr. Sam, independent travel advisor

I’m Dr. Sam — an educator by training, a traveler by passion, and an independent travel advisor by calling. After years of planning trips for family and friends, I turned what I love into a business built on personal service.

As an independent travel advisor, I have access to major cruise lines, resorts, and tour operators around the world — which means more options and buying power behind every trip I plan.

My philosophy is simple: travel is personal. There is no one-size-fits-all itinerary. I listen first, then design around the experience you actually want — whether that’s a quiet beach, a ship full of adventure, or a once-in-a-lifetime celebration with the people you love.

I can’t wait to plan with you.
— Dr. Sam

Start here

Let’s Plan Your Trip

Tell me about the trip you’re dreaming of — where, when, who’s coming, and what it should feel like. The more you share, the better I can tailor your options.

For booked clients

Client Forms

A few quick forms keep your booking accurate and your trip protected.

Please complete only the form(s) Dr. Sam has asked you to fill out for your trip.

Client Intake Form

Your traveler details — names exactly as they appear on ID, contact information, and travel preferences. Complete it once, and I keep it on file for future trips.

Complete Client Intake Form

Trip Protection Denial Acknowledgment

Travel protection safeguards your investment against the unexpected. I’ll walk you through your options — and if you choose to travel without it, I’ll ask you to sign a brief acknowledgment of that decision.

Trip Protection Denial Acknowledgment

Choose the form you need above. Each one opens securely in Travefy.

Share Your Travel Story

Just back from a trip Dr. Sam planned for you? Share your experience — and your favorite photos. With your permission, your story may be featured to help other travelers plan with confidence.

Share Your Travel Story

Sandals & Beaches Guest Information

Booked a Sandals or Beaches resort stay? Complete this form with every guest's information exactly as it appears on your travel documents, so Dr. Sam can finalize your reservation accurately and without delays.

Complete Sandals & Beaches Guest Information

Cruise Cabin Information

Sailing soon? Tell Dr. Sam your cabin preferences and each guest's details — bedding setup, dining preferences, celebrations, and anything else your cabin should be ready with before you board.

Complete Cruise Cabin Information

Private authorization

Secure Payments

A clear, secure path for deposits and final payments.

When it’s time to secure your trip with a deposit or final payment, you’ll receive a private, PCI-compliant authorization link.

Your card details go directly into a secure payment system — they are never submitted through this website, by email, or by text message, and your full card number is never stored.

What you’ll need

  • The cardholder’s name
  • The billing address
  • The card you’d like to use for your trip payments

A conversation, at your pace

Schedule a Call

Prefer to talk it through? Schedule a complimentary 30-minute trip planning call. Pick a time that works for you — you’ll receive a confirmation right away.

Rather call? (240) 377-0866 · Rather write? Reach me any time on the Contact page.

Questions welcome

Get in Touch

Have a trip in mind or need a client form? Reach Dr. Sam directly.

Start your trip

Choose the easiest way to connect.

Send the details through the travel request form, reserve a time on the calendar, or reach Dr. Sam directly by phone or email.

Helpful details

Frequently Asked Questions

Straightforward answers about planning, payments, group travel, and support.

For most cruises, resorts, and tours, my planning service is covered by the travel suppliers — there’s no extra cost to you. If a trip ever requires extensive custom research, I’ll tell you about any planning fee up front, before any work begins.

For cruises and popular destinations, 6–12 months gives you the best choice of cabins, rooms, and pricing. That said, wonderful trips have been planned on much shorter timelines — reach out and we’ll see what’s possible.

Yes — family reunions, honeymoons and destination weddings, girlfriend getaways, and church or organization trips. I coordinate the group details so the organizer can actually enjoy the trip.

Deposits and final payments go directly to the cruise line, resort, or tour operator — never through this website. I’ll send you a secure authorization link and confirm every payment in writing.

Reach out through the Contact page or schedule a call. As your advisor, I’m your advocate — I work with the supplier on your behalf to sort it out.

I strongly recommend it. Travel protection can cover trip cancellation and interruption, medical emergencies, and lost luggage. I’ll walk you through the options for every trip.

Resources

Free Travel Guides

Free guides from Dr. Sam — the price is your email address.

Ready to book instead? Visit Book It Yourself for Dr. Sam's advisor booking links.

Virgin Voyages

Virgin Voyages — Start Here

New to Virgin Voyages? Start with the beginner's guide, then compare the four Lady Ships.

Virgin Voyages Lady Ship sailing at sea Researched for you

Your First Virgin Voyage

Everything a first-time Sailor needs: what's included, the new VoyageFair Choices fares, dining reservations, and the one thing that changed about gratuities.

Virgin Voyages Lady Ship at sunset Coming soon

Which Lady Ship? Virgin Voyages Ship Comparison

Scarlet Lady, Valiant Lady, Resilient Lady, and Brilliant Lady — how the four ships compare, and which one fits your sailing. Request it now and be first to get it.

Virgin Voyages ports

Virgin Voyages Port Guides

Port-by-port guides for Virgin Voyages sailings. The Beach Club at Bimini guide is ready now; the rest are in the works and requestable — the most-requested guides get built first.

Lagoon pool and beach at the Beach Club at Bimini, BahamasResearched for you

The Beach Club at Bimini, Bahamas

Virgin Voyages' private beach club on Miami sailings: the lagoon pool, the groves, the bars, cabanas, and how a Beach Club day actually flows.

Colorful historic street in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Coming soon — be first to get it.

Beach in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Coming soon — be first to get it.

Turquoise water and palm-lined beach in Cozumel, Mexico

Cozumel / Riviera Maya, Mexico

Coming soon — be first to get it.

White sand beach in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos

Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos

Coming soon — be first to get it.

Bay and harbor in Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Coming soon — be first to get it.

Maho Beach in St. Maarten

St. Maarten

Coming soon — be first to get it.

Sandy beach and turquoise sea in Barbados

Barbados

Coming soon — be first to get it.

Resorts

All-Inclusive Resorts

Infinity pool at a Caribbean all-inclusive resort Coming soon

How to Choose Your All-Inclusive Resort

Adults-only or family-friendly, lively or laid-back — how to match the resort to the trip you actually want. Request it now and be first to get it.

Farther afield

Luxury Long-Haul — Bali & Singapore

Rice terraces and palm trees in Bali Coming soon

Bali — Couples & Luxury Guide

Coming soon — be first to get it. Request it now and it will be sent as soon as it is finished.

Singapore Marina Bay skyline Coming soon

Singapore — Couples & Luxury Guide

Coming soon — be first to get it. Request it now and it will be sent as soon as it is finished.

Plan it together

Trip Planners

Friends celebrating together on a group trip Coming soon

Group & Celebration Trip Planner

Coming soon — be first to get it. Request it now and it will be sent as soon as it is finished.

Beach dinner for two at sunset Coming soon

Couples Getaway Planner

Coming soon — be first to get it. Request it now and it will be sent as soon as it is finished.

Tropical resort pool at sunset

Don't see your destination?

Request it in the form — most-requested guides get built first.

Free guide request

Request a Guide

Tell Dr. Sam which guide you'd like and where to send it. Ready guides are sent by email; coming-soon guides are sent as soon as they are finished — to the people who asked first.

You are requestingYour First Virgin Voyage

Choose that same guide in the form so Dr. Sam sends the right one.

Ready when you are

Bring me the trip you keep thinking about.

Guides are a starting point. When you are ready for a trip planned around you, start here.

Book it yourself

Book It Yourself

Prefer to book it yourself? Use Dr. Sam's advisor links below — you book online, and you still get Dr. Sam as your travel advisor for the trip.

Virgin Voyages Lady Ship sailing at sea

Virgin Voyages

Caribbean and Mediterranean cruises aboard the Lady Ships — adults-only sailings with dining, entertainment, and Wi-Fi included.

Book Virgin Voyages
Pool and beach at a Sandals luxury all-inclusive resort

Sandals Resorts

Luxury all-inclusive resorts for couples across the Caribbean — beaches, dining, and water sports all in one place.

Book Sandals Resorts
Family water park and pools at a Beaches resort in Jamaica

Beaches Resorts

Family all-inclusive resorts in Jamaica and Turks & Caicos — water parks, kids' programs, and room for everyone.

Book Beaches Resorts
Stone coastal village street descending toward the sea at sunset

Vacation Packages, Tours & More

Package trips, tours and activities beyond cruises and the resorts above — all bookable in one place.

Browse Packages & Tours

Dr. Sam, Independent Travel Advisor · Questions before you book? Call (240) 377-0866

Ready when you are

Bring me the trip you keep thinking about.

When you are ready for a trip planned around you, start here.