Ilja Chapman

Key Largo, FL

Fortunate to have traveled all seven continents!

Born and raised in the Netherlands did I leave my home country back in 1993 to travel for a year. Now seven continents and over 85 countries later do I share my expertise with travel clients all over the US from my office in sunny Key Largo. During the 30 years I lived in Cyprus, Prague, Ecuador, London, St Lucia, Spain, Grand Cayman, on board the Holland America Line Ship and Windstar cruise, New Hampshire and Key Largo. Happy to share my story with you to get you inspired to travel and explore the world!

My Travel Specialties

Unique, Customized Trips

I specialize in creating unique, off-the-beaten-path travel adventures, tailor-made to your interests.

Having travelled extensively on all 7 continents myself, I am an expert in finding the unique experiences you have only dreamed of and will craft an outstanding personalized itinerary for...
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Ilja and Brad Chapman - Agency Owners

Cruise the World!

Hankering to take a cruise but don’t know where to begin?

I am a cruise specialist who can simplify the process for you, sorting through numerous options so that you don’t have to.

Before I became a travel advisor operating my own travel business, I worked on both the Holland America...
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Ilja and husband Brad cruising

Escorted Groups & Group Bookings

I was born and raised in the Netherlands so it’s not surprising that I’m in love with tulips. When I was growing up my father often took the family on spring tours of the enchanting Keukenhof gardens, famous for their tulip displays.

I still delight in visiting the tulip fields each spring,...
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Travel Planner for tailor-made trips

Dear Travel Friend,

Are you looking for personalized assistance planning your next vacation?

Do you want to feel confident you have booked a carefree travel experience with all details taken care of? Then you should contact me.

Over the last 30 years I have travelled all seven...
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Ilja is born and raised in the Netherlands

My Travel Albums

Windstar Cruises -

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Boat and Bike in The Netherlands with Ilja

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Customer Testimonials

To the land down under

We enthusiastically recommend Ilja to help with anyone’s travel plans – whether just a short trip or the trip of a lifetime. What a pleasure it was to have all the flights, hotels, cars, boats, train and transfers taken care of – all we had to worry about was being on time for the next adventure.

Marcy and Scott, NH

My Reviews

12 of 17 people found this review helpful

Had a "Girls 60th Birthday Cruise, Best Ever!

She is very professional, very friendly and is always very helpful

By Pam from Key Largo, Florida
Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ilja Chapman responded:
Thank you Pam, looking forward to work with you again in the near future. My pleasure to help you and your friends and family find the perfect FUN getaway. Bon Voyage, Ilja

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4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Absolutely Care Free Cruise!

Ilja is the best. She is knowledgeable, experienced, organized,
and dependable. Because of Ilja our trip was absolutely care free.

By Beav from Newburyport, MA
Traveled to San Juan ~ Puerto Rico ~ Caribbean

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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9 of 14 people found this review helpful

MANY best trips of our lives!

We have worked with Ilja on several trips and she brings not only a wealth of personal experience of the world - but an attention to every detail.

By Happy Travelers from Hollis Center, Me
Traveled to Croatia ~ Europe

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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4 of 5 people found this review helpful

Trip(s) of a Lifetime!

Ilja is attentive, organized, thorough, and everything you would in a travel agent!

By CRobertson from Key Largo, FL
Traveled to Maldives ~ Central Asia

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Ilja-a must for domestic and international travel

Ilja has helped us with flight arrangements and accommodations for the past 6 years or so. She is the calming presence in the storm of traveling, helping us with cancelled flights, trips that were canceled as Covid began its world-wide spread. We would never plan a trip without her help and feel very lucky to have found her.

By Kathy from Danville, Vermont
Traveled to Azores ~ Portugal ~ Europe

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Ilja Chapman responded:
So nice to look back on your feedback from 2023, knowing you still book your travel arrangements with us. We certainly consider you as a loyal, and well appreciate client who has supported our business for several years now. Thank You!

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