Our Planning Fees

 At Sea & Sun Travel, we believe that your journey begins long before you step on a plane or set sail on a cruise. Our planning fees reflect the time, expertise, and personalized care we invest in crafting each unique travel experience. By charging fees, we ensure we can dedicate the necessary resources to provide you with seamless, stress-free travel planning, insider knowledge, and exceptional service. This commitment allows us to focus on finding the best options tailored to your needs, securing exclusive perks, and ensuring every detail is perfectly arranged, so your next adventure is truly unforgettable. 

At Sea & Sun Travel, we offer a range of planning packages to suit your needs, from straightforward bookings to fully customized itineraries. Our fees listed below are per household.  Here's how we can assist you:

Know Where You Want to Go?  

• For travelers who already have their destination and details sorted, we offer our exclusive benefits free of charge. Simply tell us your travel dates, preferred cruise line or hotel/resort, and room category, and we’ll handle the booking. This package does not include in-trip support or assistance.

All-Inclusive & Cruise Package - $99   (All-inclusive resorts, ocean & river cruises)

• 30-min initial Discovery Call via Zoom/Phone
• Personalized trip research/recommendations
• Up to 2 itinerary proposals/1 revision
• Exclusive perks, amenities, and discounts through our partner relationships*
• Booking services for flights, hotels, transfers, and travel insurance*
• Email communication prior to your trip
• Pre-trip call
• Booking services for tours/excursions
• Destination guides and travel resources
• 24/7 assistance while traveling via What’s App/text

Semi-Customized Itineraries - $249  

• 30-min initial Discovery Call via Zoom/Phone
• Personalized trip research/recommendations
• Up to 2 itinerary proposals/2 revision for semi-customized itineraries
• Exclusive perks, amenities, and discounts through our partner relationships*
• Booking services for flights, hotels, transfers, and travel insurance*
• Email communication prior to your trip
• Pre-trip call
• Booking services for tours/excursions
• Destination guides and travel resources
• 24/7 assistance while traveling via What’s App/text

Fully Custom Itineraries - $499   

• 30-min initial Discovery Call via Zoom/Phone
• 30-min planning call 
• Personalized trip research/recommendations
• Up to 2 itinerary proposals/3 revision for customized itineraries
• Exclusive perks, amenities, and discounts through our partner relationships*
• Booking services for flights, hotels, transfers, and travel insurance*
• Email communication prior to your trip
• Pre-trip call
• Booking services for tours/excursions
• 24/7 assistance while traveling via What’s App/text
• Concierge services, including dining reservations, spa and salon appointments and private shopping experiences*
• App with itinerary and travel documents/confirmations
• Destination guides curated by our team of certified travel advisors

Why Choose Us?

Our goal is to provide exceptional value, not just the lowest price. With Sea & Sun Travel, you’ll benefit from expert guidance, insider access, and peace of mind, knowing every detail is handled with care. While our custom trips may vary slightly in cost compared to booking directly, the added benefits and personalized service make it well worth the investment.

Setting Expectations

We respect your budget and aim to provide the best possible value for your trip. During our Discovery Calls, we’ll discuss your preferences and work together to create an itinerary that meets your needs. Please note that our pricing reflects bundled package rates, and we’re unable to provide itemized cost breakdowns.

*Terms and conditions apply.  Based on specific hotel/resort/cruise line promotions and amenities available at time of booking.  Please call for more details.

Minimum Travel Budget by Destination/Travel Experience 

(based on 7-night vacation):

• $3,000 per couple for Ocean Cruising on Carnival, NCL, RCCL, Princess or MSC

• $5,000 per couple for US/Mexico/Jamaica/Dominican Republic/Ocean Cruises

• $7,500 per couple for Rest of Caribbean/Golf Trips/Central America

• $10,000+ per couple for Hawaii/Central and South America/Europe/River Cruises/Sporting Events

• $15,000+ per couple for African Safaris/Expedition Cruises/Maldives/South Pacific

*Please note that minimum budgets are not always inclusive of airfare and based on 2 travelers

Note on Minimum Budgets

At Sea & Sun Travel, we strive to provide our clients with exceptional travel experiences, and our minimum budgets are designed to ensure that your trip includes the services, amenities, and experiences necessary for a truly memorable vacation. However, it's important to note that these budgets represent starting points. Depending on factors like seasonality and airfare pricing, additional investment may be required to meet your expectations and create the trip of a lifetime.

We will go over these details in more depth during our Discovery Calls, where we’ll discuss your specific needs and set realistic expectations to ensure your journey is everything you’ve dreamed of and more. We believe in being transparent about the true costs of travel today, so you can make informed decisions and embark on your adventure with confidence.