(256 Reviews)
99% Recommended

Ann Castagna Morin

Southampton, MA
Luxury River Cruise & European travel specialist

I have had a sense of wanderlust since I was a child, always yearning to go off and explore the world.

I will take my own personal passion for travel and use it to craft an extraordinary luxury experience for you.

Europe is my specia...
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Europe River Cruise Specialist

Budapest Parliament one of the best cruise views
Budapest Parliament one of the best cruise views

I like slow travel, not being rushed from place to place and having time to immerse myself in the destination.


River cruising suits me well as I am free to come and go from the ship as I please.   I love how the chef goes into town to get fresh vegetables and local meats and wine, a "farm to table" experience on a daily basis.


I have sailed nine different itineraries in both Europe and Asia and have two more currently booked. I make it a point to cruise at least once a year so that I can keep up with new ships, and offerings. It is one thing to read about a product, to fully understand all the nuances of a journey, and how it will fit their client's personality, one needs to experience it first hand, and more than once.


On a river cruise luxury abounds with high end bath products, indulgent linens, and extraordinary service all along your journey. River cruising is such a delightful experience, similar to staying in a high end boutique hotel, except that it travels along with you.


River cruising is a great value with unlimited Wi-Fi included, beer and wine with lunch and dinner and excursions included. There are bicycles one can take off the ship to go exploring and the small intimate size of the vessels lend themselves to quick friendships. Most vessels are made up of walls of glass so no matter where you are, whether it be in a lounge or at dinner, you will have sweeping views of the beautiful country side.


Wading through all of the river cruise options can be a bit overwhelming.


I know how to ask the right questions to narrow down which itinerary, cabin class and cruise line would work best for your interests and budget.


I am an avid photographer and filmmaker, I would love to share with you my personal experiences in a way that will help you picture yourself in the destinations you are considering.


I look forward to helping you plan your dream river cruise vacation!

My Travel Albums

The Romantic Rhine River Cruise
Vineyards and Castles on Rhine River
Sailing the Danube River
The Danube bend is so picturesque!

My Travel Stories

Find Romance while cruising the Rhine River

     The Rhine River is considered one of the most romantic stretches of water in the world.  Cruising along past castles and vineyards is sure to set your heart a flutter!  

     My husband and I enjoyed this magical river cruise after spending a week exploring the Netherlands.

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My Reviews

31 of 37 people found this review helpful
Tracing family roots in Italy
Ann custom built a two week trip for my son and I tracing our family roots in Italy. It was a great experience filled with history, great food, and even some days at the beach. It was really nice working with someone who understood what it meant to me to show my son where he came from. It is a trip I will never forget!
By  Gino  from  Walpole,MA
Traveled to  Italy ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ann Castagna Morin responded:
Nothing makes me happier than helping people connect with their past in Italy. I am glad that it went so well!

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29 of 34 people found this review helpful
Patient and doesn’t nickel and dime you
We originally booked a two week Italy tour with Ann for April 2020 to celebrate our 30th anniversary. The Covid virus came along so we cancelled that and booked a river cruise for July instead. Guess what? Covid still here and cancelled again. Ann patiently booked us a third time for April of 21 back to the Italy plan. Not once did she change us a change fee or complain about the extra work. Our friends agent charged them a $75 “service fee” each time to change theirs. We will always use Ann as she doesn’t nickel and dime you.
By  Paula  from  Omaha,NE
Traveled to  Italy ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ann Castagna Morin responded:
This has been a very frustrating and disappointing travel season for many people. I am confident that the third time will be the winner for your much awaited celebration.

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29 of 37 people found this review helpful
Best travel agent ever!
Ann has gone above and beyond during the COVID-19 crisis in keeping us informed about our cruise, which just canceled. She is the BEST travel agent we have ever worked with and are really upset that she is really taking a huge economic hit. When it is safe to travel we will definitely be using Ann again.
By  Mike  from  Acworth, GA
Traveled to  Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ann Castagna Morin responded:
Thank you for your kind words, you are such a thoughtful client, I appreciate your sentiment!

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28 of 36 people found this review helpful
River cruise
Our Danube cruise was cancelled this April due to the Covid 19 virus but Ann got us Ann our money back. As soon as there is a vaccine we will book again. She has been a good agent in the past.
By  Stella X  from  Northampton,MA
Traveled to  Danube ~ On the River ~ At Sea
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ann Castagna Morin responded:
I know you were disappointed with the trip being cancelled but once the vaccine comes out we will get you right back on track!

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28 of 36 people found this review helpful
The perfect honeymoon!
Ann was invaluable in helping my husband and I plan our honeymoon. We were all over the place from wanting to go on a Safari to or maybe Tahiti to trying a river cruise. She talked to us about things we had not even thought of such as that the time of year we would be traveling would be rainy season in Tahiti and made suggestions about the flight to South Africa that we might want to break it up as the longest we had flown was four hours before. In the end we decided on the river cruise and couldn’t be happier with our choice. She planned so many special details and seemed so vested in our happiness. I can’t recommend Ann enough!
By  Shelly V  from  Boston MA
Traveled to  Danube ~ On the River ~ At Sea
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ann Castagna Morin responded:
It was a joy helping you plan your honeymoon, I loved the photos you sent me!

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Destination Expert:

  • Europe
  • Douro River
  • France
  • Danube
  • Rhine River

Travel Specialist:

  • River Cruises
  • Cruises
  • Luxury
  • Christmas Markets
  • Luxury Cruises

Top Travel Partners:

  • Avalon Waterways
  • AmaWaterways
  • Viking
  • Tauck
  • Ponant

Certifications/Awards:

  • CTC
  • Certified Travel Counselor
  • Certified River Cruise Specialist
  • Certified Italy Specialist

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