Travel Expert
Janet Taylor, CTC | Solo Travel Club
Cruise & Travel Experts by Janet
Spring Lake, Michigan
Hours of Operation
Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m. – 5:00pm
About
With over four decades in the travel industry, Janet Taylor brings a lifetime of passion, experience, and global insight to every client she serves.
Janet began her travel career in 1979, and after taking time to raise her son, rejoined the industry with Cruise & Travel Experts, where she continues to design unforgettable journeys for her clients. Her travels have taken her to every corner of the world — from African safaris and Patagonian expeditions to bike tours through Europe, river cruises, and adventures through the Galápagos Islands and New Zealand. Recent travels include a Regent Seven Seas cruise to Alaska, a Lindblad Expedition sailing in Patagonia, a cycling trip through Portugal and hosting a 14-day Paul Gauguin Cruise in the South Pacific.
Janet specializes in working with retired couples, families, and solo travelers who want to explore the world with the guidance of a trusted professional. Her extensive firsthand experience allows her to curate perfectly tailored itineraries — from luxury cruises and escorted land tours to international getaways and all-inclusive resort stays.
Over the years, Janet has held roles across nearly every area of the industry — including agency management, corporate meetings and conventions, group travel development, and tour hosting. This breadth of experience gives her a unique ability to anticipate every detail and deliver seamless, memorable travel experiences.
Whether you’re dreaming of a once-in-a-lifetime adventure or a relaxing escape, Janet’s personal touch, attention to detail, and deep industry knowledge ensure every trip is extraordinary.
Janet's upcoming adventures will include hosting a 17-day Azamara Cruise in Norway and a week touring Ireland. Her bucket list includes cruising the Nile, Cambodia & Vietnam and another Safari.
Star Clippers Caribbean Cruise
7-Night Windward Islands Christmas Cruise
December 19, 2026 | Royal Clipper | Roundtrip Bridgetown
Rates: $3,260 per solo traveler
Visits: St Lucia, Cabrits, Antigua, St. Kitts, Iles des Saintes, Martinique, Barbados
Highlights: Embark on a sailing yacht with only 227 guests and a laid back vibe. Royal Clipper has 42 sails balancing the grandeur, adventure and tradition of sailing with the superb service, amenities and accommodations of a yacht. Enjoy an intimate ship, exclusive itinerary, fine dining, sustainable tourism, free water sports and more.
Includes: Meals, onboard entertainment, use of watersports equipment
Book your own stateroom for no solo supplement fee!
Avalon Waterways Romantic Rhine for Wine Lovers
8-Day River Cruise
November 2, 2027 | Avalon View | Amsterdam to Basel
Rates: $4,851 per solo traveler
Visits: Switzerland, Germany, France, Netherlands
Highlights: One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and visits France, Germany, and Holland! A Certified Sommelier will accompany you on your river cruise on the Rhine River with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.
Includes: All meals, Free Style Dining, wine beer and soft drinks included at lunch and dinner, included excursions to choose from, wellness classes, complimentary WiFi, exterior facing stateroom with view, live music, trivia, dance parties, themed events.
Book your own stateroom for no solo supplement fee!
Collette Tours: Machu Picchu and Lake Titicaca
10-Day Tour
September 24, 2026
Rates: $5,078 per solo traveler
Visits: Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Lima, Cuzco, Puno
Highlights: From the sacred citadel of Machu Picchu to the floating islands of Lake Titicaca, the magical wonders of Peru are waiting behind every corner. Take in Lima and see the historical side of the “City of Kings.” Explore Andean art forms and the local way of life during your stay in the Sacred Valley. Delight in a home-hosted farm-to-table lunch at a local Quechua community. At Machu Picchu, spend a night at the base of the “Lost City of the Incas” and enjoy a culinary demonstration.
Includes: Tour Director, 5 Handpicked Accommodations, 15 Meals, Tours, Cultural Experiences, Culinary Inclusions, Transportation and more
Book your own room with no extra single supplement fee!
Virgin Voyages (Adults Only)
Dominican Republic & Bimini Beach
August 17, 2026 | Roundtrip Miami | Resiliant Lady
Rates: $1,321 per solo traveler Sea Terrace Suite
Visits: Miami, Puerto Plata, Bimini Beach Club
Highlights: This 5-night Dominican Republic & Bimini Beach Club voyage sails to the snow-white shores of the Dominican Republic from Miami, for plenty of time to lay by the beach and explore the city streets. Add a full day and night spent at the exclusive Beach Club in Bimini, Bahamas.
Includes: Always included Luxury: 20+ Eateries, Soda, Water, Coffee and Juice, Fitness Classes, Entertainment, WiFi and more.
Book your own stateroom on this cruise with a 70% Reduced Solo Supplement fee!
Holland America Line
26-Day Canary Island Crossing with Morocco and Madeira
April 4, 2027 | Ft. Lauderdale to Rotterdam | Nieuw Statendam
Rates: $8,973 per solo traveler
Visits: Bermuda, England, Netherlands, Morocco, Canary Islands, Portugal
Highlights: Cross the ocean from continent to continent, relaxing on days at sea. Explore bustling cities, sun-washed islands, and iconic landmarks, from England's Stonehenge to the Madeira's dramatic coastline.
Includes: Meals, entertainment, enrichment programs, wellness, pickleball, pools and more
Book your own solo ocean view stateroom on this cruise with a reduced single supplement!
Cunard
13-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
November 19, 2027 | Queen Mary 2 | Roundtrip New York
Rates: $4,449 per solo traveler
Visits: St. Thomas, Castries, Bridgetown, Roseau, Basseterre, Philipsburg
Highlights: This 13-night adventure on the elegant Queen Mary 2 sails roundtrip from New York, taking in six sun-kissed islands in the Caribbean in between.
Includes: Meals, Entertainment, Gala Evenings, Dancing, Queen Room, Enrichment classes and more
Book your own stateroom with only a 20% solo supplement!
Azamara
12-Night Transatlantic Cruise: Bermuda, The Azores & Lisbon
March 29, 2027 | Azamara Journey | Miami to Lisbon
Rates: $4,969 per solo traveler, Premier Veranda Stateroom
Visits: Miami, Bermuda, Horta, Azores, Lisbon
Highlights: Sail from the eclectic shores of Miami to historic Portugal on this transatlantic cruise that also calls on the British territory of Hamilton, Bermuda and the port of Horta, Azores where it has become traditional for yachtsmen to paint scenes on the marina walls.
Includes: Variety of dining venues & 24-hour room service, beer, wine, & spirits All day and night, signature AzAmazing Evenings, unlimited self-service laundry, onboard gratuities. Solo Rates: $4,969 per s
Book your own stateroom with only a 50% solo supplement!
Portugal Unveiled: A Women's Journey
11-Night Portugal Tour
May 16, 2027 or September 19, 2027
Rates: $8,699 per solo traveler
Visits: Lisbon-Porto-Duoro Valley-Coimbra-Evora-Lagos
Highlights: An escorted Portugal journey through soulful streets, vineyard valleys, coastal air, and hands-on traditions from tiles to timeless flavors.
Includes: Tour guide, airport transfers, 10-nights premium accommodations, transportation, all small group tours and experiences, 11 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners.
Book your own hotel room for no solo supplement fee!
AmaWaterways Europe RIvers and Castles
7-Day River Cruise
March 24, 2027 | AmaPrima | Luxembourg to Nuremberg
Rates: $4,778 per solo traveler
Visits: Bernkastel, Cochem, Wertheim, Rothenburg, Wurzburg, Rheingau
Highlights: From the meandering Main to the UNESCO-designated Upper Middle Rhine Valley with its multitude of castles dotting its shores to the vineyard-clad hills of the Moselle, enjoy Europe at its most picturesque.
Includes: All meals, complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, shore excursions, WiFi, tour guides, Cruise Manager and more
Book your own stateroom for no solo supplement fee!
Globus
8-Day Lisbon to Madrid Escape
January 10, 2027
Rates: $1,699 per solo traveler
Visits: Lisbon, Porto, Salamanca, Madrid
Highlights: FWhat could be better than spending eight days in Portugal and Spain? Spending them during the off season when crowds are fewer and travel prices are lower! Begin your European vacation in Lisbon to enjoy guided sightseeing through the Imperial history of the colorful city. In Fátima, hear the story of Our Lady of Fátima at the site where Mary appeared to three shepherd children, then travel to Porto for sightseeing and port-wine tasting. Enjoy a wine tasting at a Salamanca winery and stand before the masterpieces of Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and more, in Madrid’s Prado Museum. Eight days of sumptuous color, cuisine, and culture await you on this guided vacation in Portugal and Spain!
Includes: Tour Guide, Guided Sightseeing, Hotels, Transportation, Some meals and more
Book your own room on this tour with 0% Solo Supplement fee!
