Remember that feeling when you’re scrolling through travel photos and think “I wish I could go there”? Well, we’re here to make that happen. We’re not your typical travel agents sitting behind a desk with brochures. We’re actual travelers who fell in love on a cruise ship, got engaged on another one, and have been exploring the world together for over two decades.
What started as our own passion for travel has grown into something beautiful – helping people like you create those “pinch me, is this real?” moments. Whether you’re planning your first big adventure or you’re seasoned travelers looking for something new, we’ve got you covered.
Satisfied clients who trust us with their dream vacations. Real people, real results, real memories.
Local service with global expertise. We're here when you need us, planning trips worldwide.
Over 20 years of exploring the world together has taught us what makes travel truly special. Our experience, relationships, and passion for creating perfect trips shows in every number below.
Your Travel Planning Expert
Samantha is a certified travel professional with extensive training through CLIA and major resort brands. She specializes in all-inclusive resorts, cruise vacations, group travel, and solo travel support. Her white-glove planning style and genuine care make every client feel confident about their adventures.
Your Adventure Co-Pilot
Joe brings his passion for travel and eye for detail to every trip we plan. His insights help create well-rounded itineraries with hidden gems and local experiences that make trips truly special. Together, Samantha and Joe handle every aspect of your trip from big picture planning to the smallest details.
We get a lot of questions about how we work and what makes us different. Here are the answers to help you understand why working with SJ Travel Collective is the smartest choice for your next adventure.
When you book online, you're on your own. When you work with us, you get 20+ years of experience, personal recommendations from places we've actually been, and someone who answers the phone when things go wrong.
Our planning services are completely free to you! We earn our commission from the hotels, cruise lines, and tour companies we work with, so you get expert planning at no extra cost.
We recommend 3-6 months for the best selection and prices, but we've planned amazing last-minute trips too. The sooner you start, the more options we have to make your trip perfect.
First, we'll have a conversation about your dream trip. Then we'll research and present options that fit your style and budget. Once you're happy with the plan, we handle all the bookings and details.
That's exactly why you book with us instead of online! Call or text us immediately and we'll work to resolve any issues. We're your safety net when you're traveling.
Not at all! We plan trips for all budgets. Our job is to get you the best value for whatever you want to spend, whether that's a budget-friendly cruise or a luxury resort experience.
We start with a simple conversation about where you want to go & what you want to do.
We use our experience to find the best options and handle all the bookings for you.
While we take care of the details, you just get ready and get excited for your trip.
Go enjoy your vacation. If anything comes up, just call us and we'll handle it.
Samantha handles your trip from start to finish. No getting passed around, just real service from someone who cares.
Restaurant reservations, room requests, transportation - we take care of it all so you can focus on getting excited.
Flight canceled? We'll fix it. Need recommendations? Just call. We're your backup plan when you're traveling.
Our relationships mean you get perks like room upgrades and special experiences at no extra cost.
Whether you have a specific destination in mind or you’re just ready for something new, we’d love to hear what you’re dreaming about. Give us a call, send an email, or fill out our quick form – whatever works for you.
samantha@sjtravelcollective.com
(239) 287-3087
S & J Travel Collective | Venice, Florida
California SOT #2158353-50 | Florida SOT Ref. #ST44927
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