Travel Is Better When Shared — Windblown Travel luxury journey

    Limited Availability · Personally Hosted · Exclusive Group Pricing

    Travel Is Better When Shared

    Curated Group Journeys Hosted by Valerie Baker-Wynn

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    Whether you're gathering friends for a once-in-a-lifetime expedition, celebrating a milestone with people who matter, or simply looking for fellow travelers who share your standards — Windblown Travel's curated groups are designed for you.

    Every departure below has been hand-selected, pre-negotiated, and personally hosted or monitored by Valerie. You benefit from exclusive group pricing, preferred amenities, and the security of having an expert in your corner from first inquiry to final disembarkation.

    No need to know anyone ahead of time. Every seat is a new friendship waiting.

    Join a Curated Group

    Pre-set departures, fixed pricing, meet new travelers. Every journey is vetted by Valerie with negotiated group rates and exclusive amenities.

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    Host Your Own Group

    Private charter, custom dates, 10+ travelers, full white-glove logistics. Valerie handles everything from negotiation to on-trip support.

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    2026 – 2027 Departures

    Active Group Departures

    EXPEDITION CRUISEAurora Expeditions · Vessel: Douglas Mawson

    Antarctica Aboard the Douglas Mawson

    November 12–23, 2027 · 11 Days

    Sail to one of the most pristine and rarely seen environments on the planet. The Douglas Mawson is Aurora Expeditions' purpose-built polar vessel, carrying just 154 guests with a world-class team of naturalists, scientists, and expedition leaders. This is not a cruise — it's an encounter with a wilderness that will recalibrate everything.

    Zodiac landingsOnboard naturalistsPolar plungeSubantarctic islandsWildlife immersion
    Reserve My Place →Limited Cabins — 2027 Departure

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    GUIDED LAND TOURGuided Land Tour

    Scotland: Highlands, History & Hidden Gems

    August 29 – September 4, 2026 · 7 Days

    Seven days through one of the world's most storied landscapes — from Edinburgh's cobblestone closes to the wild Highlands, ancient castles, and the kind of countryside that earns every photograph. This small-group departure is personally curated by Valerie, with a local expert guide, hand-selected accommodations, and the space to actually breathe it all in.

    EdinburghScottish HighlandsPrivate castle accessLocal guideSmall group intimacy
    Join This Journey →Limited Spaces — August 2026

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    Valerie Baker-Wynn and husband Mike, Windblown Travel group travel hosts

    Have a Group in Mind?

    From church groups to alumni associations, wine clubs to multi-generational families — Valerie has organized groups across every interest and itinerary. She handles everything: the negotiation, the coordination, the pre-trip communication, and the on-trip support. All you do is bring the people.

    Exclusive group pricing and amenities not available to the public

    Private group space options on select sailings

    One dedicated point of contact from inquiry through return

    What Our Clients Say

    What Group Travelers Say

    "
    Planning a wedding is scary. Planning a wedding in a foreign country where you need to get your family and friends to the destination is downright frightening. However, Valerie of Windblown Travel made this one of the easiest and most memorable experiences of our lives. From the moment we contacted Valerie she answered every single text, call, and email in a timely manner and with a knowledgeable response. She helped make sure our group was booked with ease.

    Danielle M.

    Destination Wedding Group · Mexico

    "
    Valerie did a great job setting up our cruise for us with our friends. We had rooms by each other so we could step out the door and meet up. We had a wonderful experience and hope to do it again. Valerie kept us in the loop with email reminders of things we needed to do before the cruise so things went without a hiccup.

    Dave

    Group Cruise · Cozumel

    Your Questions Answered

    Frequently Asked Questions

    A curated group departure is a pre-selected voyage or tour personally vetted and organized by Valerie Baker-Wynn of Windblown Travel. Each departure features negotiated group pricing, preferred amenities, and expert coordination — offering a more personal alternative to booking directly with a cruise line or tour operator.

    No. Windblown Travel's curated departures welcome solo travelers, couples, and small groups alike. Every seat is a new friendship waiting. Valerie ensures a welcoming dynamic and often introduces fellow travelers before departure so you arrive feeling connected.

    Group sizes typically range from 10 to 40 travelers, depending on the type of journey. Expedition voyages tend toward smaller groups of 10–20 guests, while ocean cruise groups may include 20–40 travelers. Every group is sized to maintain intimacy and personal attention.

    For expedition cruises like Antarctica, booking 12–18 months in advance is recommended due to limited cabin availability. Ocean cruises and land tours can often accommodate bookings 6–12 months ahead. Early booking secures the best cabin categories and group pricing.

    Group pricing typically includes negotiated cabin rates, onboard credits, exclusive amenities such as welcome receptions, and Valerie's personal coordination throughout the journey. Specific inclusions vary by departure and are clearly outlined during the inquiry process.

    Absolutely. Valerie regularly organizes private group charters for church groups, alumni associations, multi-generational families, and corporate retreats. She handles every detail — from supplier negotiation and cabin blocking to pre-trip communication and on-trip support. Contact Windblown Travel to discuss your group vision.

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