Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Travel Partner for Customized Journeys
Established in 1956, Vellinga's Travel & Cruise Experts has built a legacy of delivering personalized travel solutions with unwavering dedication to client satisfaction. Our team of seasoned consultants combines decades of industry experience with firsthand destination knowledge to craft seamless travel experiences tailored to individual preferences. As members of the Ensemble Travel Group, we leverage global partnerships to secure competitive pricing while maintaining a local, client-centric approach.From solo travelers to large groups, we specialize in river cruises, ocean cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and custom itineraries across six continents. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 65+ year reputation for transforming travel plans into unforgettable memories through meticulous attention to detail and 24/7 client support before, during, and after every journey.
Services
River Cruises
Ocean Cruises
All-Inclusives
Group Travel
Travel Insurance
Solo Travel
Custom Itineraries
Escorted Tours
Cruise Packages
Destination Weddings
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We offer 65+ years of combined travel expertise and industry relationships.
- Our consultants provide personalized service with firsthand destination knowledge.
- We specialize in solo traveler accommodations with reduced single supplements.
- We host escorted group trips to 50+ global destinations annually.
- Our partnerships include top cruise lines like Viking River Cruises and Oceania.
Associations and certifications
- Ensemble Travel Group
Services
River Cruises
We specialize in curated river cruise experiences across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Our consultants match clients with optimal itineraries based on interests and budget. We handle all logistics including flights, accommodations, and shore excursions.
Solo Travel
Our solo travel program eliminates single supplements through partner cruise lines and tour operators. We provide personalized matching for independent travelers seeking group security without premium pricing.
Custom Itineraries
We create bespoke travel plans combining flights, hotels, and activities across multiple destinations. Our consultants design personalized journeys with attention to visa requirements and cultural considerations.
Group Travel
We organize hosted group trips to 50+ global destinations annually. Our escorted tours include expert guides, pre-arranged logistics, and curated cultural experiences for groups of 10-50 travelers.
Travel Insurance
We offer comprehensive travel insurance packages covering medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and unexpected delays. Our consultants help clients select optimal coverage based on destination and itinerary complexity.
People
Grace Dieleman
Owner and Consultant
With 25 years in travel, Grace specializes in group travel and has led 100+ escorted tours globally. She owns the agency since 2005 and focuses on client relationship management.
Marsha Vyn
Consultant
Marsha has 18 years of expertise in European destinations and river cruises. She specializes in creating multi-generational travel experiences and has visited 30+ countries for firsthand knowledge.
Lisa Horney
Consultant
Lisa focuses on custom tours and luxury cruises with 15 years of experience. She holds certifications in accessibility travel and has designed itineraries for clients with special needs.
Cheryl Johnston
Consultant
Cheryl specializes in active tours across Asia and the Middle East. With 12 years in adventure travel, she creates hiking, biking, and cultural immersion itineraries for active seniors.
Marcia Kroesbergen
Consultant
Marcia serves London area clients with expertise in all-inclusive resorts and Caribbean destinations. She has organized 50+ destination weddings and anniversary celebrations since 2010.
Questions
How do I start planning my trip?
Contact us via phone, email, or in-person during business hours. We'll discuss your preferences, budget, and travel goals to create personalized options.
Do you offer solo traveler discounts?
Yes! We provide reduced single supplements of up to 125% on select voyages and partner with cruise lines offering no single supplement options.
Can you help with last-minute bookings?
While advance planning ensures best options, we accommodate urgent requests using our supplier relationships to secure late availability on cruises and tours.
What's included in your service fees?
Fees cover itinerary creation, supplier negotiations, document preparation, and 24/7 trip support. Prices range from $75-$150 depending on service complexity.
How do group bookings work?
We organize hosted groups with expert guides. Clients receive pre-arranged logistics, group pricing benefits, and dedicated support throughout their escorted journey.
What travel documents do I need?
We prepare all necessary documents two weeks before departure, including passports, visas, insurance certificates, and detailed itineraries for your review.
Reviews (7)
Andrea Hawkins Shepherd
Jan 24, 2020
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Another flawless trip in the books! We will never travel without using Mike; peace of mind truly makes vacationing achieve maximum satisfaction!
Lee Ann Armstrong
Sep 14, 2019
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Grace and staff always go above and beyond,recently we had an unexpected change in our cruise itinerary due to a hurricane that affected our air travel home.One text is all it took for the situation to be fixed and we continued to enjoy the rest of our trip! Teamwork at its best!!
Linda La Rue
Sep 07, 2018
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I find they are very helpful in looking into great places to and they are very fair on there prices and staff is awesome very friendly
Tizzle Jones
May 31, 2018
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I called this people and they were very very very rude hung up the phone on me and it sounded like they had fun doing it.. I wil never call these people again. so Disrespectful
Nic Vanderende
Jan 31, 2018
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Been going to Mike for all my vacations for years. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my vacation plans. He always finds me killer deals and takes care of all the details.
Denise Jennifer
Feb 02, 2015
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Mike helped us book a week away in Cuba - it was excellent - highly recommend Vellinga's and Mike.!!!
Tamara Moir
Jan 22, 2015
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Mike booked our latest vacation to Negril Jamaica (January 2015) from Hamilton. Great small airport with easy accessibility. We stayed at "Sunset at the Palms" which is an all inclusive, adult only, treehouse style rooms resort. Being a smaller resort (85 rooms) makes it very quiet and more personable. The property was very lush and well… maintained. The food was very good! Always plentiful and a great variety. The beach area was the best of all the resorts on Bloody Bay. A short walk (across a busy street maned by a crossing guard) brought you to the resort's private beach, complete with