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.
Trafalgar Southern Capitals: City Meets Bush
5-Day Australia Tour from Sydney to Canberra to Melbourne
August 27, 2026
Rates: $2,543 per solo traveler
Visits: Sydney, Canberra, Wangaratta, Melbourne
Highlights: Sign up for a whirlwind Australia tour package packed with history, cities, and locals. Traverse remote country stations, connect with Canberra’s capital culture, explore Australian gold rush heritage, and immerse in Melbourne’s urban scene.
Includes: Four nights accommodations, all tours, tour guides, transportation 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and more
Book your own room on this tour with a 20% Reduced Solo Supplement fee!
Lindblad Expeditions
10-Day Galapagos Islands Expedition
National Geographic Endeavour II | July 2, 2027 |
Rates: $15,450 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
10-Day Mediterranean Cruise aboard Silver Ray
April 14, 2027 | Silver Ray | Roundtrip Barcelona
Rates: $7,500 per solo traveler for solo oceanview stateroom
Visits: 9 Ports: Barcelona, Toulon, Cartagena (Spain) , Alicante, Valencia, Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca, Alcudia, Mallorca, Palamos
Highlights: Sail the rhythms of the Mediterranean on a journey of cultured Spanish cities and honey-colored islands, beginning and ending in Barcelona.
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.
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!
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!
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
7-Night Seas of Serenity
February 9, 2027 | Seven Seas Explorer | Darwin to Bali
Rates: $7,599 per solo traveler for your own suite
Visits: Darwin, Australia; Kupang, Waingapu, Komodo, Lombok, Bali
Highlights: Sail aboard Regent’s Seven Seas Explorer on an unforgettable voyage from Darwin to Bali, with stops in West Timor, Sumba, Komodo, and Lombok along the way.
Includes: All meals including specialty restaurants, Unlimited shore excursions, unlimited beverages, fine wines, craft cocktails, specialty cocktails, pre-paid gratuities, unlimited WiFI, and more.
Book your own suite with only no solo supplement!
