Michelle van der Kroft

Michelle van der Kroft

Why I love small ship cruising

Geographe Cruise and Travel - Busselton, WA

Why Your Next Holiday Should Be a Luxury Cruise (And Not Just Any Cruise)

You’ve travelled before. You’ve seen the sights, wandered through charming laneways, sipped wine in picturesque villages. You’ve done the hotels, the tours, the long-haul flights with every detail managed yourself.

But these days? You’re craving something different.

You want a holiday that doesn’t just take you somewhere, but one that leaves you feeling refreshed, reconnected, and completely taken care of.

That’s exactly why more of my clients are falling in love with luxury cruising—especially those who value personal space, quality service, and the kind of travel that unfolds with ease and elegance.

It’s Not About Big Ships Anymore

Forget what you think you know about cruising.
Luxury cruising isn’t about crowds or gimmicks—it’s about space, sophistication, and a sense of calm discovery.

Lines like Explora Journeys, Viking, Oceania, Regent Seven Seas, Silverseas, Seabourn, Azamara, Scenic Eclipse, Emerald Cruises, APT and Viking offer a very different experience:
🛳️ Smaller ships
🌍 Thoughtfully curated itineraries
🛌 Beautiful, mostly all-veranda suites
🍷 Fine dining that reflects the region
🧘 Wellness and enrichment that feel meaningful—not manufactured

With Viking, for example, you’ll find Scandinavian elegance and cultural depth on both ocean and river cruises—always adult-only, always inclusive, and always designed for travellers who appreciate the finer things without fuss.

Explore More—Without the Hassle

Luxury cruising offers something truly rare: effortless exploration.
Wake up in a new destination every day—whether it’s a medieval town on the Adriatic, a Greek island, or a vineyard-lined river in France. Yet, your suitcase stays put, and your suite remains your sanctuary.

No long drives, no repacking, no logistics to juggle.
Just the freedom to explore at your pace, then return to a glass of wine and sea views from your private terrace.

It’s Travel, Elevated—and Tailored to You

When you choose to travel like this, you don’t want cookie-cutter packages or pushy sales.
You want someone who understands your style, your pace, and your preferences—and who can curate the experience around you.

That’s where I come in.

Whether it’s business class flights, private touring, or a pre-cruise stay in a boutique hotel, I handle every detail so that you can focus on simply enjoying your journey.

Because this stage of life calls for travel that’s more refined, more rewarding, and far less stressful.

Ready to Cruise Differently?

Whether you’re curious about Viking’s cultural voyages, Explora’s ocean retreats, or the all-inclusive luxury of Scenic or Emerald Yacht cruising, there’s a world of elegant, immersive cruising waiting for you.

Cruising in Croatia, Alaska and the Greek islands on small expedition style ships is also a popular way to see these islands and countries and I have been lucky enough to experience all these destinations along with river cruising from Budapest to Amsterdam.

Let’s create a journey that suits you—not the other way around.

📩 Get in touch to start planning your next luxury cruise experience.
Because you deserve a holiday that feels as good as it looks.