Cruisin Couple Travel Agency - Dawn Knoblock

06/11/2026

Breathe in the serenity of Greenland, where time slows down and nature takes centre stage ✨ Every moment here is a chance to reconnect with the wild beauty that surrounds you 🌿

Are you ready to embrace the calm and let the Arctic whispers guide your journey? 🚢❄️

📸: Ted Gatlin/

Breathe in the serenity of Greenland, where time slows down and nature takes centre stage ✨ Every moment here is a chance to reconnect with the wild beauty that surrounds you 🌿 Are you ready to embrace the calm and let the Arctic whispers guide your journey? 🚢❄️ 📸: Ted Gatlin/ ...

06/09/2026

✈️ Travel Tip Tuesday ✈️

Life is short. Book the trip.

There will always be laundry to do, bills to pay, and reasons to wait. But the memories you make exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and spending time with the people you love are worth far more than another "someday."

Take the vacation.
Make the memories.
Watch the sunset.
See the glacier.
Walk the cobblestone streets.
Listen to the waves.
Say yes to the adventure.

Don't wait for the perfect time, sometimes the best adventures begin when you simply decide to go.

🌎 If you could book a trip today, where would you go?

Dawn Knoblock
Cruisin Couple Travel Agency
📧 [email protected]
📱 907-727-1163
🌐 www.cruisincouple.com/dawn-knoblock

06/09/2026

Ancient wonders, dramatic landscapes, and stories carved into the mountains. 🌄
Exploring South America with Celebrity Cruises brings you closer to bucket‑list destinations like Machu Picchu, where history, culture, and breathtaking scenery come together in unforgettable ways. This is travel that goes deeper, rich in discovery and wonder at every turn.
✉️ Contact me today to book your South America adventure.
👇 Is Machu Picchu on your must‑see list? Tell me below!

06/07/2026

Dreaming back to this incredible Svalbard expedition in May 2025 through the lenses of and 📷

From curious wildlife to the stunning scenery surrounding MS Spitsbergen, it was an unforgettable journey. We’re so excited for the Svalbard season to begin again! 😍

Contact me to see these views!

06/06/2026

Greenland through the lens of onboard photographer — and every frame is breathtaking 🏔️🧊
Rugged landscapes, majestic icebergs, and pure Arctic magic 🚢
Is Greenland on your wishlist this year? Send me a message and let's make it happen 📝

06/05/2026

✈️ Travel Tip Tuesday: Don’t Let a Cheap Layover Cost You More! ✈️

Airlines are getting sneaky — offering super low fares with layovers as short as 30 to 45 minutes. It sounds like a deal… but is it really? Let’s talk about it! 👇

⏱️ 30 to 45 Minute Layovers = A Gamble
That’s barely enough time to deplane, let alone sprint to another gate on the other side of the airport! If your first flight is even slightly delayed, you could miss your connection entirely. And guess what? That bargain fare just turned into a hotel night, rebooking fees, and a whole lot of stress. 😬

✅ What I Recommend for Domestic Flights:
Aim for at least 60 to 90 minutes minimum — and honestly, 2 hours is my sweet spot if you’re connecting through a busy hub like Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, or LAX. Big airports = long walks, trams, and crowds. Give yourself grace! 🙏

🌍 Traveling Internationally? Budget More Time!
If you’re clearing U.S. Customs & Immigration (coming back into the country or connecting internationally), plan for 2 to 3 hours minimum. Here’s why:
🔹 Passport control lines can be 45 to 90+ minutes
🔹 You may need to collect and recheck your bags
🔹 Go through TSA security again after customs
🔹 Then still get to your gate!

I’ve seen clients miss flights with a 2-hour layover at customs — it happens more than you think. 😳

💸 Will the Cheap Fare Cost You More?
Absolutely it can! Consider:
❌ Missed connection = possible hotel stay out of pocket
❌ Last-minute rebooking = expensive new ticket
❌ Lost luggage sent to the wrong city
❌ Missed a cruise departure (yes, this is real!)

A flight that’s $75 cheaper is NOT a deal if it costs you $300+ to recover from a missed connection. 🚫

💡 My Rule of Thumb:
✔️ Domestic connections: 90 min minimum, 2 hrs preferred (especially if you are traveling during the holidays or times of bad weather)
✔️ International connections: 2.5 to 3 hrs minimum
✔️ Connecting internationally WITH customs: 3+ hrs
✔️ Traveling with kids, mobility needs, or lots of bags? Add 30 more minutes!

📲 The good news? When you work with a travel advisor (hi, that’s me! 👋), I keep these details in mind when helping you book your flights so you’re not left scrambling at the airport.

Have questions about an upcoming trip? Drop them below or send me a DM — I’m here to help! 😊

🌊✈️ Your stress-free travel starts here.

06/05/2026

🌊 Alaska is calling and here's the secret most travelers don't know: WHEN you book matters just as much as WHERE you sail.

Alaska cruise season runs May through September, and the most popular sailings? They sell out faster than a glacier calves. 🧊

Here's my general rule of thumb as your Alaska cruise specialist:

✅ Book 12-18 months out if you want the best cabin selection, early booking perks, and first pick of shore excursions
✅ Book 9-12 months out for a solid selection but still great options available
✅ Book 6-9 months out if your schedule is flexible and you're okay with fewer cabin choices
⚠️ Booking less than 6 months out is possible, but Alaska itineraries go fast, especially summer sailings in July and August

The best part? Booking early often locks in lower pricing AND you can still take advantage of price drops along the way. 🗺️

And here's the thing about Alaska, advanced planning and a little research will make your entire trip so much smoother. Because there are a LOT of great questions to think through before you book:
👉 Which ports should I visit?
👉 What shore excursions are on my bucket list?
👉 Big ship or small ship?
👉 Which itinerary is really the best fit for me?
👉 What month is ideal for my travel style?
👉 Which homeport should I leave from?
👉 Roundtrip or one-way sailing?
👉 Should I add a cruisetour and explore the interior too?

These are exactly the kinds of decisions that can make or break your Alaska experience, and they deserve real answers from someone who actually knows Alaska.

That's where I come in. 🙋‍♀️ As a born-and-raised Alaskan with personal experience exploring this state, I can help you navigate every single one of those questions with firsthand knowledge — not just a Google search.

And the best part? Working with a travel advisor won't cost you a thing. My services are completely complimentary. 🐋🦅

So what are you waiting for? Let's find your perfect Alaska sailing! Drop a comment, send me a DM.

06/04/2026

🗺️ What does YOUR Alaska Bingo Card look like?

Mine has glaciers calving into the sea, brown bears fishing on the riverbank, & viewing an orca whale pod. After living in this beautiful state for well over half of my life. I still find squares I haven’t checked off. 🐻🧊🌅

That’s the magic of Alaska — no two adventures are the same.

Some of you are dreaming of Denali. 🏔️
Some want to kayak through a fjord. 🛶
Some want to stand at the rail of a cruise ship and watch a humpback whale breach so close you feel the mist. 🐋
Some want ALL of it. 🙋‍♀️

And guess what? There’s no wrong answer.

✅ Drop a comment below and tell me — which square is at the TOP of your Alaska bucket list?

Whether you’re a first-timer or a repeat visitor, I would love to help you shape YOUR Alaska adventure. I’m a born-and-raised Alaskan and a Cruise Specialist — this place will always have my heart and helping people experience it for the first time (or the tenth time 😄) never gets old.

Let’s figure out what YOUR perfect Alaska looks like. 👇

🔗 www.cruisincouple.com/dawn-knoblock
📞 907-727-1163
📧 [email protected]

06/04/2026

Take a sneak peek inside the John Davis Suite onboard MS Fridtjof Nansen 👀

Spacious, private, and with wide windows to watch the world drift by. Our Expedition Suites are your haven of calm at sea 🌊

Let's get you on board – reach out to start planning your [email protected]

Thank you for showing us around 📸

06/02/2026

Sailing through Antarctic stillness, where ice, water, and sky exist in perfect balance ❄️🛳️

Ready to experience it?

📸: Timo Heinz /

Sailing through Antarctic stillness, where ice, water, and sky exist in perfect balance ❄️🛳️ Ready to experience it? 📸: Timo Heinz /