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.
Lindblad Expeditions
10-Day Galapagos Islands Expedition
National Geographic Endeavour II | July 3, 2026 |
Rates: $12,837 per solo traveler for solo stateroom
Visits: Quito, Ecuador
Highlights: Adventure by kayak, paddleboard, glass bottom boat, Zodiac, walk among wildlife, snorkel with sea turtles, observe tortoises and more.
Includes: All accommodations, regionally sourced meals, non-alcoholic beverages, daily shore excursions, expert-led lectures, use of exploration gear, open seating dining, and more.
Enjoy a 40% Reduced Solo Supplement on this voyage
Paul Gauguin
11-Night Cook Islands & Society Islands
January 2 or November 6, 2027 | m/s Paul Gauguin | Roundtrip Tahiti (Society Islands)
Rates: $7,930 per solo traveler
Visits: Moorea, Huahine, Taha’a, Bora Bora, Aitutaki, Rarotonga
Highlights: Slow down and let stress float away on secluded Huahine, where relaxation is the only item on your to-do list. Explore the local village on foot. Wander through lush rainforests. Float in crystal-clear lagoons. It's all at your fingertips.
Includes: Gourmet dining, premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, gratuities, entertainment, WiFi, watersports marina and more.
Book your own room on this tour with 0% Solo Supplement fee!
Silversea
11-Day Hawaii Cruise
September 9, 2027 | Silver Whisper | Vancouver to Honolulu
Rates: $6,250 per solo traveler for solo oceanview stateroom
Visits: 5 ports in Hawaii
Highlights: Sail on a relaxing 11-day voyage, where tranquil sea days, luxurious comfort, and the promise of volcanic peaks, vivid reefs, and Pearl Harbor heritage set the stage for an unforgettable Aloha State escape.
Includes: 24-hour gourmet dining, butler service, superb entertainment, and premium beverages, crew gratuities, WiFi and more.
Book your own stateroom with only a 40% solo supplement.
Oceania Cruises
10 Day Havens of Italy & Spain Cruise
October 19, 2026 | Oceania Sirena | Monte Carlo to Barcelona
Rates: $5,400 per solo traveler for solo oceanview stateroom
Visits: Monaco, Italy, Spain
Highlights: Sail on a stylish Mediterranean journey featuring Portofino, Rome, Naples, Sardinia, Sicily, Ibiza, Alicante, and Valencia.
Includes: Book soon for Your World Included with specialty dining, shipboard gratuities, unlimited WiFi, plus your choice of complimentary wine and beer or $600 shore excursion credit.
Book your own stateroom with only no solo supplement!
Roam by Tauck
10-Day South Africa & Mozambique Tour
October 7 and October 21, 2026
Rates: $19,616 per solo traveler
Visits: Cape Town, Lion’s Head, Marakele National Park, Benguerra Island
Highlights: “Castaway” experience off Benguerra Island. Hike to the top of Lion’s Head. Private Jeep Tour with Gourmet Picnic Lunch. Safari at Marataba Safari Lodge.
Includes: Tour Guides, Transportation, Airport and train Transfers, all hotel accommodations, select meals, sightseeing, on tour flights, Admission Fees, Special experiences
Book your own room with a 10% reduced single supplement fee!
Uniworld
8-Day Duoro River Cruise
June 28, 2026 | S.S. Sao Gabriel | Roundtrip Porto
Rates: $2,969 per solo traveler
Visits: 2 Countries: Portugal & Spain, Porto, Regua, Pocinho, Vega de Terron, Barca D’Alva, Pinhao
Highlights: An extraordinary journey designed for culturally curious travelers. As you follow the Douro River through Portugal and into Spain, you’ll cruise past steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages, and acres of ripe vineyards.
Includes: All meals onboard, unlimited beverages including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffees and teas, 6 days of excursions, tour guides and more.
Book your own room on this tour with 0% Solo Supplement fee!
Windstar Cruises
8-Night Wine Cruise: Connoisseur’s Delight: Northern Spain & Portugal
August 26, 2026 | Star Legend | Bordeaux to Lisbon
Rates: $3,946 per solo traveler
Visits: Getxo, Gijon, Vigo, Porto, Lisbon
Highlights: Taste Galicia’s legendary seafood fresh from the Bay of Biscay, sample port within sight of the Douro River in Porto, share pintxos with new Basque friends, and wine and dine amid French vineyards on the “hill with a thousand chateaux.”
Includes: All meals including specialty restaurants, water sports marina, on deck on and on shore barbeques, entertainment and more.
Book your own stateroom with only a 20% solo supplement!
