Midwest Cruisers

Independent. Experienced. Midwest Proud.

We Live to Get People on the Water

Midwest Cruisers is an independent travel agency dedicated entirely to cruise vacations. We're not a call center. We're cruise enthusiasts who happen to be really good at planning them.

Our Story

Born from a Love of Cruising

Midwest Cruisers started with a simple observation: most people in the Midwest had never cruised, not because they didn't want to, but because they didn't know where to start. We built this agency to change that.

We're an independent agency — not tied to any single cruise line — which means our only job is to find the right fit for you. We've sailed on the ships we recommend. We know the difference between a balcony on deck 8 and deck 14. We know which lines are best for families, which for couples, and which for groups.

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By the Numbers

A Track Record Built One Voyage at a Time

500+families have sailed with us since we opened our doors

· and counting · every year

10+cruise lines we know inside and out — ships, cabins, and itineraries

· royal caribbean · carnival · celebrity · and more

100%independent — we work for you, not for any cruise line

· no quotas · no preferred vendor pressure

15+years of combined cruising experience on our team

· caribbean · alaska · mediterranean · and beyond

$0fee to plan your cruise — our service is always complimentary

· we earn a commission from the cruise line · you pay nothing extra
Why Midwest Cruisers

What Makes Us Different

There are a lot of ways to book a cruise. Here's why thousands of Midwest families choose to book with us instead of going it alone.

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  • Truly Independent

    We're not owned by or affiliated with any cruise line. Our recommendations are based entirely on what's right for your trip.

  • No Booking Fees — Ever

    Our planning service is 100% free to you. We earn a commission from the cruise line, so you get expert guidance at no extra cost.

  • We've Sailed These Ships

    Our team has personal experience on the ships we recommend. We know the difference between a good cabin and a great one.

  • Group Cruise Specialists

    From church groups to family reunions to corporate retreats, we've organized sailings for groups of every size and type.

  • We Handle the Details

    Dining reservations, shore excursions, travel insurance, pre- and post-cruise hotels — we coordinate everything so you don't have to.

  • Here When Things Go Wrong

    Flight delays, weather changes, itinerary shifts — when something unexpected happens, you have a real person in your corner.

What Travelers Say

Real Families. Real Voyages.

Don't take our word for it — here's what the families we've helped have to say.

We had never cruised before and had no idea where to start. Midwest Cruisers walked us through everything — ship selection, cabin category, excursions, the works. Our Caribbean trip was absolutely perfect.

The Hendersons· Naperville, IL · Caribbean cruise, 2024

Booked our Alaska cruise through Midwest Cruisers and it was the trip of a lifetime. They knew exactly which ship had the best glacier viewing decks.

Mark & Diane T.· Columbus, OH · Alaska, 2023

The group cruise they organized for our church was flawlessly planned. Over 40 people and not a single hiccup. We're already planning next year's trip.

Pastor Jim R.· Indianapolis, IN · Group sailing, 2024

I've used big online booking sites before, but nothing compares to having a real person who knows cruising inside and out. They saved us money and got us a better cabin.

Susan M.· St. Louis, MO · Mediterranean, 2023

From the first call to the day we returned home, Midwest Cruisers was there for us. When our flight was delayed, they handled the rebooking with the cruise line so we didn't have to stress.

The Kowalski Family· Milwaukee, WI · Bahamas, 2024

Honest, knowledgeable, and genuinely excited about cruising. You can tell they love what they do. We've booked three cruises through them now.

Robert & Carol P.· Kansas City, MO · Multiple sailings
Ready to Sail?

Let's Plan Your Perfect Cruise

A free consultation with our team is the best first step. Tell us who's coming, when you want to go, and what kind of experience you're after — we'll handle the rest.