Sharon
Andrade

I am part of the prestigious Virtuoso Cruise ICON program for advisors that have achieved the top 1% of cruise sales, a step above top producer status.

I am an expert in crafting upscale vacations that allow you to relax and enjoy the finer nuances of any destination. I am trusted to design exciting adventures for my clients, some of which have worked with me for over 30 years. I have been fortunate to assist with the exploration of the world in many forms: relaxing vacations, expedition trips, honeymoons, family trips, and most importantly, bucket list adventures! Discovering what interests each client and incorporating those elements into their adventure is very important to me as I organize their worldwide journeys. I believe it is essential to understand what is important to each traveler in terms of accommodation, sightseeing, and interests in order to tailor their trip to match what they envision.

I am a proud Virtuoso advisor who has visited over 69 countries, 7 continents, which allows me to provide my guests with exclusive access, benefits, and frequent complimentary upgrades not accessible to the general public. Through my Virtuoso affiliation, I have a network of global contacts that I work with to make sure that my clients have the finest private sightseeing as well as suggestions for the best restaurant or other accommodations that serve their personal passions. I have hosted many Virtuoso Voyages, and I am able to share those experiences with my clients.

I believe in the importance of continuing education through coursework, certifications, and travel. I consistently network with suppliers that cater to my client's interests in order to broaden my knowledge of products, places, and services.

Due to my personal travel and industry expertise, I have been published in Virtuoso’s ‘Best of the Best’ publication and other travel broadcasts.

The three things I love most about my profession are exploring the world and having new experiences, sharing those insights with my clients so I can curate a trip to make their dream vision a reality, and my personal favorite part, hearing about their trip when they return from their adventure.

I am an Accredited Cruise Counselor from the Cruise Lines International Association with specialist status on most cruise lines. I am a destination specialist for the Caribbean, Western Europe, Australia, Mexico, New Zealand, Walt Disney Vacations, Four Seasons, Belmond, Ritz Carlton, Sandals/Beaches, and snow skiing. I have worked with clients planning around the world private jet tours and have had a lucky few who have visited all 7 continents!

Travel Experience: 7 Continents. The majority of European countries, Antarctica, South America, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, China, Russia, Mexico, Costa Rica, 95% of the Caribbean islands, The Galapagos Islands in Ecuador, French Polynesia and most of the United States including Alaska and Hawaii, as well as Canada. I am very knowledgeable about ski destinations in the US and Canada in addition to golf in the US and Caribbean.

Cruise Experience: Silversea, Explora Journeys, Regent, Seabourn, Crystal, Windstar, AMA Waterways, Uniworld, Holland America, Disney, Princess, Norwegian, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean, Australis.