Create a colourful
life through travel.
Fancy going somewhere? I’ll help you work out what’s possible, choose where to go and figure out what to book first.
I’m Rob Wheatley, with 10 years as a Cruise Director with Celebrity Cruises, Holland America and Oceania, and 11 years as a Viking Program Director.
I’ve helped hundreds of thousands of guests make the most of their travels.
Where are you with your trip?
The whole world is an option. Helpful, isn’t it? Pick what’s on your mind and we’ll start there.
I’m thinking about travelling
See what’s possible with the time, money and confidence you have right now.
I want to make it happen
Work out how long you can go for, what it might cost and what to sort out first.
I’m deciding where to go
Explore guides and travel notes covering 150+ countries and territories. Narrow down your choices by season, budget and the kind of trip you’d enjoy.
I know where I want to go
Choose where to stay, work out how to get there and see what to book first. Try Paris to see how it works.
Viking Cruises
Thinking about a Viking cruise? I’ll help you compare river and ocean sailings, explore the itineraries and know what to expect when you step aboard.
A little help before your first big trip
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From Rob’s journal
I Own a House, have a Husky, a Favourite Coffee Mug, and a Suitcase
I love going away. I also happen to like having a home. Why should I have to choose? Here’s my take on the pleasures and compromises of a semi-nomad life, and having somewhere you actually want to come back to.
Read the story →
Meet your host
Hello, I’m Rob.
I grew up in Johannesburg, and some of my earliest travel inspiration came from Peter Stuyvesant adverts at the cinema. I’ve been curious about the world ever since. A sense of humour is still one of the most useful things I pack.