Greek Magic Awaits!
EXPLORE with BRENDA ROWE
Agent-Hosted Cruises
Greece 2027 is calling.
And I'm taking you there myself!
Two incredible sailings on the Celestyal Journey.
Better group pricing than booking on your own.
And me, actually there with you at every single port.
Exclusive Pricing only from Explore with Brenda Rowe / Expedia Cruises!
See pricing, itinerary details, and FAQs below.
When you're ready, reach out and I'll personally confirm availability and next steps.
There is limited availability as for these cruises I'm keeping the groups small.
Heavenly Adriatic
Oct 30-Nov 6, 2027
Greece, Italy, Montenegro and Croatia in one incredible week! Late night Dubrovnik until 2:30AM, the dramatic bay of Kotor that stopped me in my tracks, ancient Olympia, charming Corfu, and the Italian coastal city of Bari. We were just in Croatia and Montenegro in February and loved every single moment. This sailing is going to be something special!
Idyllic Aegean
Nov 6-13, 2027
This is the sailing with the most Greece ports and every single one is worth the trip on its own! Santorini with a late stay until 10:00PM for that famous sunset. Mykonos, Milos, Rhodes, Crete, and ancient Ephesus in Turkey. I was in Greece in 2024 with over 115 guests for another agent-hosted cruise and the Aegean islands left every single one of us speechless!
Can't Decide? Why not do both!
Heavenly Adriatic & Idyllic Aegean
Oct 30-Nov 13, 2027
Neither could I! My husband's solution? Do them back to back! Fourteen nights across five countries on the same beautiful ship without ever unpacking twice. It is the ultimate way to experience this part of the world. And right now there is just ONE back to back cabin remaining at the advertised price!
Your Host
My name is Brenda Rowe
I have explored 6 continents, 50+ countries, and 400+ cities through every style of travel imaginable. Ocean cruises, river cruises, expedition travel, self-drive road trips, guided tours, and everything in between. Travel is not just my job. It is genuinely how I live my life!
And when it comes to these 2027 sailings, I am not recommending them from a brochure. I sailed on this very ship, the Celestyal Journey, just a few months ago. I know the dining, I know the cabins, and I know exactly how to make the most of every single day onboard. And the ports? I have personally visited the majority of them across both itineraries. Greece, Croatia, Montenegro, Turkey. Been there. Loved every single moment. And cannot wait to go back!
I'm an award-winning travel agent with Expedia Cruises based in Newfoundland, Canada. In 2024 I hosted over 115 guests on a Greece sailing and the messages I received afterward all said the same thing. When are we going back? That question is exactly why we are going back in 2027. This time smaller. More intimate. And even more special!
When you sail with me you are not just booking a cruise. You are travelling with someone who has been to these places, sailed on this ship, and genuinely cannot wait to share every hidden gem, every insider tip, and every unforgettable moment with you!
Why An Agent-Hosted Cruise
Sailing with my group is a completely different experience. Here is what you get that you simply cannot get anywhere else!
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You pay LESS than booking on your own, with better group pricing already negotiated
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$300 Celestyal Pay per cabin included, that is onboard credit ready to spend before you even unpack
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Me, actually ON the ship with you at every single port, every single day
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Private group website with destination guides, packing tips and shore excursion picks
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Group Zoom calls with me before we sail, all recorded so you never miss a thing
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Pre-cruise tours in Athens before we even board
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Shared shore excursions and group activities with people just as excited as you are
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Insider knowledge from someone who has personally visited most of these ports and sailed this very ship just a few months ago!
Why Celestyal
There are a lot of cruise lines out there. Here is why Celestyal is the perfect choice for this part of the world!
They know Greece better than anyone.
Celestyal has been sailing the Greek islands and Mediterranean for decades. This is their home. These are their ports. And that depth of knowledge shows in every single itinerary they design!
The ship is the right size.
The Celestyal Journey is not a mega ship. This is a smaller, more intimate ship where the experience actually feels personal and the service is warm! And smaller ships can visit ports you can't get to with larger ships.
The value is exceptional.
Your fare already includes luxury dining, unlimited coffee, tea, juice and sodas with meals, Wi-Fi, gratuities, and $300 Celestyal Pay per cabin for drinks and specialty dining.
Celestyal Pay is smarter than a traditional drink package.
Most cruise lines make both people in a cabin buy the drink package, even if one person barely drinks. Celestyal Pay puts $300 in your account and lets you spend it your way. And if you want more, you can pre-purchase extra Celestyal Pay before you sail and actually receive bonus credit on top of what you buy!
Shore excursions that actually deliver.
Celestyal offers a wonderful selection of shore excursions at every port, from ancient ruins and cultural tours to scenic coastal drives and local food experiences. And when you sail with my group you also get my personal recommendations for each port, the excursions worth taking, the ones you can skip, and the hidden gems you will only find if you know where to look!
And I have sailed on this ship myself.
Just a few months ago! I know the dining, I know the cabins, and I know exactly how to make the most of every single day onboard. When I recommend Celestyal I am speaking from personal firsthand experience. Not a brochure!
Heavenly Adriatic
Oct 30-Nov 6, 2027
Greece, Italy, Montenegro & Croatia
Junior Dream Suite Balcony
$5,380* CAD Total for 2
Includes:
$300 Celestyal Pay - for Drinks and/or Specialty Dining
250MB Wifi
Gratuities/Tips
Unlimited sodas with meals in main dining rooms
Refundable Deposit
Smoked Olive for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (MDR Menus)
Athens, Greece - Kefalonia, Greece -
Dubrovnik, Croatia*(LATE STAY - until 2:30 am!) -
Kotor, Montenegro - Bari, Italy - Corfu, Greece -
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece - Athens, Greece
Idyllic Aegean
Nov 6-13, 2027
Greece & Turkey
Junior Dream Suite Balcony
$5,380* CAD Total for 2
Includes:
$300 Celestyal Pay - for Drinks and/or Specialty Dining
250MB Wifi
Gratuities/Tips
Unlimited sodas with meals in main dining rooms
Refundable Deposit
Smoked Olive for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (MDR Menus)
Athens, Greece - Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey -
Rhodes, Greece - Crete, Greece -
Santorini, Greece* (LATE STAY - until 10:00 pm!) -
Mykonos, Greece - Milos, Greece - Athens, Greece
Heavenly Adriatic
& Idyllic Aegean
Oct 30-Nov 13, 2027
Greece, Italy, Montenegro, Turkey & Croatia
BOTH cruises Back-2-Back!
Junior Dream Suite Balcony
$10,760* CAD Total for 2
Includes:
$600 Celestyal Pay - for Drinks and/or Specialty Dining
250MB Wifi
Gratuities/Tips
Unlimited sodas with meals in main dining rooms
Refundable Deposit
Smoked Olive for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (MDR Menus)
Athens, Greece - Kefalonia, Greece -
Dubrovnik, Croatia*(LATE STAY - until 2:30 am!) -
Kotor, Montenegro - Bari, Italy - Corfu, Greece -
Katakolon (Olympia), Greece - Athens, Greece -
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey -
Rhodes, Greece - Crete, Greece -
Santorini, Greece* (LATE STAY - until 10:00 pm!) -
Mykonos, Greece - Milos, Greece - Athens, Greece
* Pricing
Celestyal is booked in USD. Prices above prices are based on exchange rate on April 1, 2026.
CAD pricing will fluctuate based on current exchange rates.
Each 7 Night cruise is $3,918 USD. Back-2-Back 14 Night cruise is $7,836.
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What's Included
Support
Agent-Hosted Cruise
Pre-Cruise Zoom Calls
Dedicated Website
Pre-Cruise Activities
On Board Activities
Drinks
Juise, Coffee, Tea, Sodas during Meals
$300 Celestyal Pay
(can be used for Drinks or Specialty DIning)
8 Diffenent Bars on Board
Accomodations
Junior Dream Suite Balcony
Spacious Shower
Ample Storage
Queen Bed (or 2 Twins)
Sofa & Desk
Access to Smoked Olive
WiFi
250 MB Wifi per person
Dining
7 Restaurants
The Taverna (Buffet)
Thalassa (Main Dining Room)
5 Specialty Restaurants (for extra fee)
Entertainment & More
Ampitheatro Show Lounge
Live Music & Magic Shows
On Board Activities (dance lessons, trivia, crafts)
Casino
Sports Courts & Gym
Sozo Spa
2 Swimming Pools
Shops
Celestyal Journey
The Celestyal Journey is a classic, mid-sized cruise ship operated by the Greek-owned Celestyal Cruises. Carrying 1,260 passengers, it blends a nostalgic "classic cruise" feel with warm, family-friendly service and a strong focus on immersive, destination-rich Mediterranean and Greek Island itineraries.
What Our Past Guests Are Saying...
"I was completely new to cruising and honestly a little nervous about the whole thing. But the pre-cruise Zoom calls and the private group website made me feel so prepared before we even left home. Having Brenda right there with us every single day made all the difference. I never once felt lost or unsure. I cannot imagine doing it any other way now!"
"Brenda is simply the best travel agent I have ever worked with. She thinks of everything before you even know you need it, answers every question with patience and honesty, and genuinely cares about making sure your trip is everything you hoped it would be. I would not book with anyone else!"
"Greece absolutely blew me away. But Mykonos! I was not prepared for how beautiful it was. We are already talking about going back and when Brenda announced the 2027 sailings we did not hesitate for a second. If you are even thinking about it, just go!"
Ready to Join Us?
Whether you're dreaming of wandering the streets of Dubrovnik, standing among ancient ruins in Greece, or enjoying sunset views from your balcony in Santorini, this group cruise was designed for travelers who want to experience the Mediterranean together.
Everyone who applied has secured a cabin and a few extra spots have opened up. But they will not last long! Reach out today and let's get you on board the Celestyal Journey in 2027!
Reach out to learn more or sign up to join us!
brrowe@expediacruises.com
709-986-2324