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Untethered voyages

Your personal cruise planning experts

Let us help you find the perfect cruise vacation without the hassle

WHY CHOOSE US

We take the stress out of planning your perfect cruise vacation with personalized recommendations and expert guidance at no extra cost to you

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    Save Time

    We'll handle the research and comparisons so you don't have to spend hours searching online.

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    Save Money

    Access to exclusive deals, promotions, and perks you won't find booking directly.

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    Peace of Mind

    Expert advice and support before, during, and after your cruise vacation.

HOW IT WORKS

Our simple 3-step process makes planning your cruise vacation effortless

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    CONNECT WITH US

    Schedule a quick consultation call to discuss your preferences and travel goals.

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    PERSONALIZED OPTIONS

    We'll create a custom proposal with cruise options tailored to your needs and budget.

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    BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE

    We handle all the details of your booking and provide ongoing support for your trip.

Escape the Ordinary: Alaska Adventure

Ready for glaciers, wildlife, and memories that last forever?

This Alaska cruise experience offers intimate exploration of the Last Frontier. No crowds, extended port time, and authentic wilderness encounters await.

Azamara Journey | July 13-23, 2026 | Departs: Vancouver, BC
Ports: Ketchikan, Klawock, Sitka, Juneau, Icy Strait Point, Hubbard Glacier, Valdez, Seward, Whittier

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About Us

Hi! We’re Elizabeth Pochop and Wendy Pochop, sisters and travelers!

Our travel business, Untethered Voyages, was born from a passion for extraordinary travel experiences at sea. What began as a specialized B2B retreat business has expanded to helping individuals, families, and friends create unforgettable cruise vacations.

As avid cruisers ourselves, we've personally sailed on more than a dozen voyages with several major cruise lines. This firsthand experience gives us valuable insights that we're excited to share with our clients. Our unique combination of travel and event planning experience, along with our enthusiasm, attention to detail, and commitment to personalized service sets us apart.

As independent cruise consultants, we work for you—not the cruise lines—ensuring you get unbiased recommendations, hands-on support, and the best possible value for your vacation investment.

We're incredibly excited to work with you to create amazing cruise experiences that you, your family, and your friends will cherish for years to come!

Elizabeth’s bucket list cruise: Panama Canal

Wendy’s bucket list cruise: Norwegian Fjords

Our Trusted Partners

We partner with all of the leading cruise lines

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    Virgin Voyages

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    Celebrity Cruises

  • Royal Caribbean

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    Disney Cruise Line

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    Azamara Cruises

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    Princess Cruises

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    MSC Cruises

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    Norwegian Cruise Line

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    Holland America

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    Viking Ocean

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    Oceania Cruises

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    Carnival Cruise Line

 Our Certifications

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What our clients say

Hear from families and individuals who have traveled with our help

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    “Their dedication and attention to detail truly made our celebration unforgettable. They provided various options based on different budget tiers, allowing us to choose the perfect package for our needs. Their thorough approach ensured we had a clear understanding of all possibilities for our special getaway. Throughout the planning process, Wendy and Elizabeth maintained excellent communication. They were always responsive to our questions and concerns, making us feel supported every step of the way. Their wealth of knowledge shone through in the fantastic recommendations they provided. No aspect of our trip was overlooked, from transportation arrangements to special requests for our anniversary celebration.”

    - Christy C.

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    “Wendy and Elizabeth at Untethered Voyages are very knowledgeable, friendly, and happy to help. They knew which questions to ask to make our bucket list trip most enjoyable. They helped with some last-minute details quickly and checked in at every step of the process to make it as easy as possible for us to enjoy our stay. We have already asked them to book our next trip!”

    - Sarah K.

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    “Working with Untethered Voyages was such a pleasure and soooo easy. Looking forward to my first cruise with other Maryland friends. If you're looking to plan a group vacation or excursion I can't recommend them highly enough!”

    - Moni O.

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    “Booking was easy! Untethered Voyages was full of ideas and narrowed down my hotel options to the best fit for me. Once I let them know what I wanted, I didn't have to think about it again. They came back with three options, and recommended the best solution for my needs. Their experience made my trip easy and convenient. I've already booked my next trip with them - a cruise this time!”

    - Ella P.

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    Untethered Voyages made the cruise experience easy. They took me through every step of the process effortlessly.

    - Rocky L. (Sailor, Maryland @ Sea 2025)

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    Working with Untethered Voyages was amazing. They communicated so well, made sure I met all the deadlines and I had everything I needed to board the ship with no issues. Everything was taken care of and she thought of things I needed that I never would of thought. Untethered Voyages was a huge part of the reason I had such an amazing time and felt so taken care of.

    - Moni O. (Sailor, Maryland @ Sea 2025)

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    This was my very first cruise. I had a good time! Thanks to Maryland @ Sea (by Untethered Voyages), it was organized, straightforward, and great! I would definitely come back again.

    - Devin B. (Sailor, Maryland @ Sea 2025)

Let’s plan your cruise

Ready to start planning your perfect cruise vacation? Reach out to us today!

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