Jared Hanel

Cruise & Escorted Group Travel Expert with 10+ years of experience; many of those directly managing global cruise programs at the consortia level.

I specialize in escorted cruise groups, with a particular specialty in ultra-premium, small-ship and luxury. I love to share my first-hand experience, knowledge and expertise with my clients to ensure exceptional, out of the ordinary vacation experiences.

I have over 10 years of experience in the travel industry including working with The Walt Disney Company and Virtuoso Preferred Cruise, Destination & Experience, Hotel & Resort, and On-Site Partners. Most recently, I’ve joined forces with Direct Travel to lead their escorted groups for the cruise division and look forward to leveraging my years of partnerships with top industry executives to ensure unforgettable experiences for our clients.

I love sharing my firsthand destination experiences with my clients, with tips and insider knowledge to really help my clients get the most from their vacation. While I have completed the highest levels of training and certification with our cruise line partners, I find it is my firsthand personal experiences that my clients really appreciate when helping them navigate their personal wanderlist.

Whether you’re looking for an amenity filled ship with plenty of onboard facilities, or something upscale, small and unique – I’d love to hear from you! Planning a cruise also runs well beyond the onboard ship experience. Over the years, I’ve built up great relationships with hoteliers, tour guides and our travel suppliers that I’ve met during my travels or through top level industry events. Leveraging these relationships allows me to bring great value and choice to my clients.

Satisfy your wanderlust, and let’s curate life’s greatest moments.