River Cruising
AmaWaterways vs Avalon Waterways: A River Cruise Comparison
AmaWaterways and Avalon Waterways are two strong choices for European river cruising. Here's how they compare on cabins, dining, excursions, and value.
Jeffrey Lazo
Luxury Travel Advisor · Cruise Planners
Jeffrey Lazo is a luxury and premium cruise travel specialist and Cruise Planners franchise owner based in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. He is in the top sellers group with Cruise Planners and is associated with the Signature Travel Network. As a CLIA-affiliated advisor, Jeffrey holds direct booking relationships with the world's leading cruise lines and tour operators. He focuses on ocean cruises, river cruising, expedition voyages, and high-touch luxury itineraries — guiding discerning travelers from first inquiry through final disembarkation.
Based in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Jeffrey serves clients throughout the Denver metro area including Parker, Centennial, Littleton, Aurora, Englewood, and Castle Rock.
When he's not at sea, Jeffrey writes and curates the Ohana Cruises blog to share destination guides, cruise line comparisons, and practical planning advice.
Recent Posts by Jeffrey
Luxury
Regent Seven Seas vs Silversea: An Honest Luxury Cruise Comparison
Regent Seven Seas and Silversea both sit at the top of luxury cruising, but they deliver the experience differently. Here's how to tell which one fits your travel style.
Family
Royal Caribbean vs NCL: Which Is Better for Family Cruises?
Royal Caribbean and Norwegian both deliver great family cruises — but they do it very differently. Here's how to choose the right one for your crew.
Family
Multi-Generational Cruise Vacation: Plan for Three Generations
Planning a multi-generational cruise vacation takes coordination — but the right cruise line, cabin strategy, and shore excursion plan make it genuinely rewarding for everyone.
Ocean Cruising
Cruise Packing List: What to Bring on Every Voyage
A smart cruise packing list saves you from costly onboard purchases and last-minute stress. Here's exactly what to pack, by category.
Client Trips
Viking Rhine Getaway: Basel to Amsterdam on the Viking Eir
Seven nights on the Rhine River from Basel to Amsterdam — here's why this Viking itinerary keeps earning its spot on my clients' bucket lists.