A-List Ashton Palmer T+L TOP TRAVEL ADVISOR | EXPEDITION SHIPS SPECIALIST By Travel + Leisure Editors Travel + Leisure Editors Since 1971, Travel + Leisure editors have followed one mission: to inform, inspire, and guide travelers to have deeper, more meaningful experiences. T+L's editors have traveled to countries all over the world, having flown, sailed, road tripped, and taken the train countless miles. They've visited small towns and big cities, hidden gems and popular destinations, beaches and mountains, and everything in between. With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and provide readers with tried-and-tested trip ideas, in-depth intel, and inspiration at every point of a journey. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 9, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of the agent Having worked as a naturalist, photographer, Zodiac captain, and trip leader, Palmer knows what it takes to pull off an epic adventure, particularly in the polar regions and the Galápagos. Among the recent land excursions he's arranged are a flight to the top of a glacier in Alaska and a private visit to the historic churches of Chiloé Island, in Chile. In the coming years, Palmer says, consumers will have even more options, as dozens of new vessels have recently or will soon enter service. He's particularly excited about new ships from Atlas Ocean Voyages, Lindblad Expeditions, Scenic Cruises, Seabourn, and Swan Hellenic Expeditions—just to name a few. "I think the pandemic reinforced how important it is to use our time wisely and make sure that we live our priorities," Palmer says. "We all have an even stronger appreciation for life-changing travel experiences." ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES: Alaska, Antarctica, the Arctic, the Galápagos Islands Languages Spoken: English and Spanish Minimum Daily Spend: $1500 Trip Planning Fees: $250 Contact Info ashton@expeditiontrips.com | 206-204-1872 | Seattlewww.expeditiontrips.com facebook.com/ExpeditionTrips instagram.com/expeditiontrips Testimonial "Since 2006 we have relied on Ashton Palmer and the team at ExpeditionTrips.com to help us explore the world from Svalbard in the north to Antarctica in the south and everywhere in between. Their knowledge and expertise has ensured that the 40+ trips we have booked have consistently exceeded our expectations. They are extremely responsive and always eager to help with any questions or issues that may arise. We have also referred numerous friends who have been extremely satisfied with their planning and expertise."- Bob S. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit