(23 Reviews)
100% Recommended

KELLY IRELAND

Lakewood, CO
Alaska Caribbean Europe - Ocean & River Cruises

I'm Kelly, a Nexion / Travel Leaders Trusted Travel Advisor, and my passion lies in finding the Ocean or River Cruise vacation that best matches your vision. With over 26 personal cruise experiences across all major cruise lines, I bring invaluabl...
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Alaska Caribbean Europe - Ocean & River Cruises

Our Cruises Over the Years
Our Cruises Over the Years

I'm Kelly, a Nexion / Travel Leaders Trusted Travel Advisor, and my passion lies in finding the Ocean or River Cruise vacation that best matches your vision. With over 26 personal cruise experiences across all major cruise lines, I bring invaluable firsthand knowledge to your travel planning.


With my extensive knowledge of destinations such as Alaska, the Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, the British Isles, the Mediterranean, and European Rivers. I offer rich insights and tailored recommendations for every client.


My firsthand experience and insider tips bring unique value to every journey. I demystify the entire process for first-time cruisers, making it easy and enjoyable. For seasoned travelers, I offer fresh perspectives and exciting new options. Under my guidance, families find hassle-free, multi-generational experiences. I manage group details and dynamics expertly using my promotion and event planning skills, which I have perfected during my 17 years as the marketing manager/director in the casino hospitality industry.


My professional achievements underscore my commitment to excellence. I hold Master Cruise Counselor, River Cruise, and Cruise Group Certification from the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). Additionally, I am a Verified Travel Agent certified by the American Society of Travel Advisers (ASTA). These certifications, respected across the travel industry, attest to my unwavering dedication to providing top-notch service.


Attentive preparation is critical to a seamless travel experience. Before booking, we meet to discuss your expectations, desires, ship amenities, restaurants, and tours. We keep in touch during the booking to ensure everything goes as planned and you are ready for embarkation. Before departure, I prepare a personalized travel packet consisting of a detailed itinerary, maps, addresses, printed confirmations, luggage tags, and boarding passes. We review this packet together, imagining the vacation step by step and addressing any questions or concerns. This gives you a confident departure so you can focus on the most essential part of a vacation: making memories. So, here's to Traveling Better and Confidently. Let's embark on your next great adventure together! 


"Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did." - Mark Anthony Twain


 

Discover Travel Magic with Our Expertise

Today, simply making an online reservation isn't enough. Travelers deserve an expert who genuinely cares and offers a personal touch beyond what a travel website does.

I pride myself on delivering consistent, personalized, and dependable service. Our clients frequently praise our in-depth knowledge and availability, even on weekends — and our reviews reflect that.

Being a Travel Leaders agent means I'm always updated. I attend cruise lines, destinations, and vacation companies weekly webinars. This direct line of communication ensures we're always well-informed.

This commitment and connection emphasize the value of working with a knowledgeable and well-supported travel advisor. Now, more than ever, our expertise makes a difference.

My Travel Albums

ALAKSA - My Adventures in Photos
Amazing Glacier Bay - Taken off Crown Princess

My Travel Stories

Alaskan Awe & Wonder: A Journey on the Koningsdam

It was an early morning in Vancouver, and our room at the Pinnacle Hotel offered a front-row seat to the spectacle unfolding before us. The Koningsdam majestically approached Port, framed by the striking Canadian mountains and the twinkling lights of West Vancouver. As the sky burst into a bright...Read more.

My Reviews

4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Family large group trip to Cancun
Kelly was on the spot in getting important travel guidelines to us and addressing any issues in the booking process.
By  SJC  from  Athens Ga
Traveled to  Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

KELLY IRELAND responded:
Hi Sil, Thank you so much for your 5 Star review. I am appreciative that you trusted me with your getaway. I enjoyed working with you and your son. Please give me a call next time you are planning your vacation. Best Regards, Kelly Ireland

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4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Family Vacation for 25- And None of the Stress!
We had been talking about a 25 person family vacation for quite some time. When it came time to finally plan the vacation I contacted Kelly to see what she could find. Not only did she listen to everything that we were looking for and find us several options to choose from, she gave advice and made suggestions on things we hadn’t even thought of. Kelly was exceptionally helpful with everyone from the people that needed a lot of help and handholding to those that wanted to do some things on their own and some with the rest of the group in the agency. Cali truly customized everyone’s trip and gave every single person that went an experience that was absolutely more than they had ever imagined. We were able to relax and enjoy ourselves because we knew everything was taken care of. We plan to use Kelly quite a bit more going forward, and anytime we are planning something like this she will definitely be our first call!
By  Gina N  from  Castle Rock, CO
Traveled to  Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

KELLY IRELAND responded:
Gina, Thank you so much for your kind words. I really enjoyed working with you and your family. You all are so fun and I am so glad that you had a good trip. I look forward to planning more with you in the future and thank you for giving me the opportunity. Best Regards, Kelly Ireland

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4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Family Vacation!
Received prompt replies to questions raised regarding the vacation package.
By  Melton  from  Pueblo, CO
Traveled to  Cancun ~ Quintana Roo ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

KELLY IRELAND responded:
Thank you Jeanette, I really appreciate your feedback and five star review! Please keep me in mind when you are ready to take your next trip. Best Regards, Kelly Ireland

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2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Averted Catastrophe
“Kelly was absolutely amazing in helping us with our horrible airline experience. She went above and beyond when it came to planning our trip. My husband and I would highly recommend her for anyone's travel needs. The cruise was the best part of course. But she helped us with so much more. From getting the hotel for the night before. Where she definitely went above and beyond is our flight got canceled and they were trying to put us on another flight for the next day. We would have missed our cruise. She got us a different flight to another airport that was also close by. Absolutely amazing job at making our first cruise with some hiccups because of the flight go amazingly well. She's the best hands down.”
By  Tammy  from  Commerce City, CO
Traveled to  Mexico ~ Mexico
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

KELLY IRELAND responded:
Thank you so much, Tammy, for sharing your recent vacation experience. At Aqua Breeze Vacations, we offer high-quality service and are committed to every guest to make sure they have the best experience even when travel plans go sideways. We are here for you any time of the day or night. And I am glad you had a wonderful "first cruise." I truly enjoyed working with you and Kevin and I can't wait to assist you with your next adventure.

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3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Whiskey Tour of Scotland and British Isles Cruise
Kelly is an outstanding cruise/vacation travel agent. She provided a personalized touch, attention to detail, a friendly demeanor and professional service in helping us plan our British Isles vacation.
By  San Diego Dog Lover  from  San Diego, CA
Traveled to  United Kingdom ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

KELLY IRELAND responded:
Thank you so much Bryan and Annie. I appreciate the kind words and look forward to working with you on your next adventure.

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Destination Expert:

  • Alaska
  • Caribbean
  • Europe
  • United Kingdom
  • Greece

Travel Specialist:

  • Cruises
  • River Cruises
  • Culinary & Foodie
  • Family Vacations
  • Groups

Top Travel Partners:

  • Princess Cruises®
  • Holland America Line
  • AmaWaterways
  • Royal Caribbean
  • Windstar Cruises

Certifications/Awards:

  • Master Cruise Counselor CLIA
  • Verified Travel Agent ASTA
  • Princess & Holland Alaska Specialist
  • Super Agent
  • Group and River Certified CLIA

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