Nifty Ducks Travel
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Travel, thoughtfully yours.

The right vacation feels like it was made for you.

Cruises, celebrations, and personal itineraries, planned by someone who gets to know you.

Your next trip starts here.

More sea days.
More reasons to go.

Cruises are my main specialty. I also love planning the celebrations and personal adventures that make a trip your own.

A cruise ship gliding through a mountain-lined Alaskan fjord

Ocean · River · Expedition

Your kind of cruise.

A ship that suits you. A cabin you feel good about. Time ashore that makes you want to step off the gangway.

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Luxury train journeys · Worldwide

A different rhythm of travel.

From classic sleeper trains to scenic rail adventures, let the journey become part of the holiday. I’ll help connect the train, the stays, and the little details around it.

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Your hotel, thoughtfully chosen

Your next stay, with me by your side.

Browse hotels, compare rates and perks, and book through my Client Portal. Explore at your own pace, with me as your travel advisor.

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The Nifty Ducks difference

Hi, I’m Ed.
Let’s make it yours.

I love the moment a trip starts to feel real. It might be finding the right ship, exploring a place you’ve always wanted to see, or spending a few days with the people who matter most.

With more than 30 years in hospitality and tourism, I bring thoughtful questions, honest guidance, and personal care to the details. I’m based in Lorton, Virginia, and partner with Fora Travel.

Your pace. Your priorities. One person in your corner.

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From maybe to bon voyage

A calm path to the right sailing.

01

Talk

Share your pace, priorities, budget range, and idea of a very good day at sea.

02

Match

I narrow the cruise line, ship, sailing, and cabin to the options that fit.

03

Refine

We review the details together and connect flights, hotels, and time before or after.

04

Sail

Set out prepared, with me as a resource throughout the journey.

Transparent by design

Good planning.
Clear expectations.

The right fit comes first. I’ll explain your options, what’s included, and any Concierge Fee before we begin.

Many bookings are paid by supplier commission after you travel. Detailed itineraries and more complex coordination may carry a Concierge Fee. Recommendations always start with your priorities.

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In their words

Good planning makes a difference.

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“I am delighted to say that Ed Munz, our travel advisor, took care of every detail. We can't imagine better service and cannot thank him enough for the wonderful experience we had.”

Pam R. · First cruise

“After my call with Ed, he had presented me with 5 travel options for the week I wanted to travel and he highlighted the pluses and minuses of each option within a few hours of my initial call.”

Ted B. · Family cruise

“Ed is helpful, attentive, and knowledgeable. So far his recommendations have all been excellent!”

Kelsey J. · Athens

Personal Travel Planning

Your journey starts
with a conversation.

Tell Ed what you are imagining. Together, we can turn an idea into a journey that feels thoughtfully yours.

Travel inspiration

A little inspiration for the journey.

Choose a region or explore a new possibility. When something catches your eye, let us talk about making it yours.

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