Upcoming hosted tours for 2026 and beyond

 If you are like me, you might like to plan out your vacations well ahead so you can have fun looking at all the things you could see and do in destination. 

Be sure to look the upcoming 2025 hosted offerings for Alaska and Ireland for 2025. 

This is what is coming up in 2026. 

January I have a wonderful 8 night cruise to Belize, Cozumel, Costa Maya and Roatan. It's one of my favorite itineraries. This cruise will most likely sell out, indeed there are already NO ocean view staterooms left. Call today for current pricing and lock that in for next year!

Late May, I'm hosting a lovely Danube River cruise. This itinerary has an extra day in Bucharest, 2 days in Transylvania and an extra day in Budapest! I chose this particular itinerary as it includes a tour of Bran's Castle, otherwise known as Dracula's Castle! And I love Budapest-such a lovely city to explore. 

River cruising is very different than ocean cruising, allowing one to really get involved in the local cultures. Smaller, more intimate ships allow you to really get to know your fellow passengers. It's a GREAT way to see Europe. 

Then, in December, a return to European Christmas Markets!

This year I'll be hosting a Christmas market tour in England! Think Charles Dickens and Victorian. What a winning combination! I can already smell those street vendor foods!!

So, what's on the horizon for 2027?

I've some ideas, but I need your help in making final decisions. 

For the winter getaway, I'm considering changing things up and doing a land based tour in Costa Rica! This is a country that is rich in animal, plant and bird life. About 25% of this country is designated wildlife preserve. 

This is a 10 day tour and would run about $1800 per person, not much more than a balcony stateroom. 

Also in 2027, I'm putting together a wine and food tour, the Italian way! Italy is always a great country to visit, rich in history and culture. And steeped in wine and food! This tour will most likely take place in early fall. 

This tour will most likely be about 10 days, but still working on details, including pricing. It would be safe to assume around $3000 per person. Just remember that is a ball park figure. 

I'm looking for another tour or cruise to offer for 2026. Give me your ideas and suggestions! Some thoughts I have: 

Greece

Scandinavia

UK, in whole or in depth in particular areas

France

Spain

Portugal-There are some great river cruises in Portugal

Possibly Egypt, although I always said I had no desire to return, I did greatly enjoy my Nile River cruise. 

Maybe Peru? 

Easter Island? 

African safari?

Now you see why I need some help in deciding where! 

email me at: becky@tripalongtravel.com or drop me a text at 715.330.3290 with your ideas!

Hosted tours coming up in 2025

 WOW has the year already going fast! I just got home from hosting an 8 day winter getaway cruise to Aruba, Bonaire and Grand Turk on the lovely ship, Carnival Vista! 

After making sure everyone was safely on their way to the airport, I took another 4 days and hit all four of the Disney Parks! So much fun as I checked out some new rides, caught up on the renovations for new features and partook of some of the many offerings of food and drinks! Yum!

Still to come in 2025: 

July- an eleven day adventure in Alaska! This cruise tour begins in Anchorage and ends in Vancouver. 4 wonderful days in Denali National Park with opportunities to see Alaska's Big 5- Moose, Wolves, Bears, Dall Sheep and Caribou. 

Then we take a day long train trip from Denali down to Whittier- where the entire town lives under one roof- and hop aboard our waiting cruise ship. We'll make our way south with ports of call in Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan. 

But the most amazing part of the cruise portion, at least for me, is the views in Glacier Bay and Hubbard Glacier, with the chance to see whales, seals and more. 

In September, I'll be hosting a group going back to one of my favorite countries to visit, Ireland. I love this tiny nation. 

Some of the sites we'll see are Kylemore Abby, Blaney Castle (and stone) Giant's Causeway and the Ring of Kerry and Dingle. 

We'll visit some famous cities like Limerick, Belfast, Dublin, Waterford and Killarney. 

Castles, music, wild landscapes, myths and more abound in this nation. A wonderful mix for storytelling that is always so much fun to enjoy. 

There are still a few openings for Alaska, but will soon be gone. 

Ireland will sell out for sure so if you are interested, give me a call, text or email today. 

2026 tours and cruises are booking now. Stay tuned!