About Our Crew

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At Cruisin Easy, we take pride in our crew members and the level of service they offer their clients. As a company is only as good as the people that comprise it, we are happy to give our crew members an opportunity to tell you a little bit about themselves in their own words.


We will be adding more bio's of our most recent additions to our Crew and a few crew member's with writers block: William De Savino, Central California, Lainie Koutoulas, Massachusetts, Ninnette Lawrence, Northern California, Robin Rosenthal, Pennsylvania and Lisa and Fernando Villarreal, Central California. As we have new members join our crew, we will proudly add them to this page. You will find is that our crew member's all have a love for cruising and travel, are detailed oriented and continue their education in travel. Our crew members "are" our extended family as well as their clients. After all, your cruise or vacation is our cruise or vacation too as your successful trip depends on it!

GLENDA HUNTER, IOWA

I always wanted a job helping people. I have worked as a Registered Nurse since 1982, primarily in the Emergency Department. In 1998 I became a School Nurse. A change in pace that affords me the opportunity to also have my own business as a Travel Consultant.

Due to my love and enthusiasm for travel, I enjoy immensely helping people plan their dream vacations. I have had a Cruisin Easy satellite office in Iowa since 1998. I take extreme pride in the personal service that I provide. Services I would want someone to provide me, if I was planning a trip.

Since setting up my office, I have received my Accreditation as a Cruise Consultant. I am currently advancing my training to complete my MCC, Masters as a Cruise Consultant. I have also obtained additional certification showing an increased proficiency status for several of the cruise lines including Celebrity, Disney, Norwegian, and Princess. I also have taken courses with Club Med, Sandals and Super Club Resorts for those looking for an all-inclusive land vacation.

My husband, daughter and I have enjoyed several cruises including Carnival, Disney, Princess and Royal Caribbean. But we just can't seem to get enough, so we are looking forward to upcoming cruises on the Celebrity Century and cruising around Hawaii on the Norwegian Star for our wedding anniversary. Do you have a trip for a special occasion that I can help you plan?

E-mail: Glenda@like2cruise.com

NORMAN R. PROKUP, VIRGINIA

For more than thirty-eight years, I have traveled extensively by various methods throughout Europe, Asia, Middle and Far East, South America, Mexico, Hawaii, Bermuda, and the Caribbean. Many of these trips were as a tour escort for the Pentagon Vacation Service. The knowledge I have gained as an escort and independent traveler has helped me realize that the most cost effective, pleasant, and best over-all vacation experience and value can be had on a cruise ship. Since this discovery, I have tried to help anyone who is thinking about a vacation become aware that a cruise may just be the most stress-free, economical and easy way to see exciting new lands. As a veteran of 40+ cruises, my personal experience is invaluable in helping my clients select the right cruise for their lifestyle, lifestage, and budget. I manage the Cruisin Easy Northern Virginia Satellite Office and am a CLIA-certified Accredited Cruise Counselor. (Certified Princess Cruises Expert, Celebrity Cruises Specialist, Holland America Five-Star Agent, Norwegian Cruise Lines Specialist) As an ardent disciple of cruise vacations, I especially enjoy working with clients who have never cruised previously and work closely and patiently with them to determine their perfect cruise vacation. As a former member of Parents Without Partners, I am interested in promoting cruising for single parents and their children. When not cruising, I enjoy my grandchildren, photography, camping, and fishing. Call toll-free: 1-866-SEA-EASY. Let's work together to plan your dream cruise vacation! I'll show you that if you can afford any vacation, YOU can afford to cruise!

Email: Nautical_Norm@cruisineasy.com or cruisineasynova@yahoo.com

JAN TRAUSCHKE, FLORIDA

Cruisin Jan here! I am so glad you decided to visit our site and learn more about the most relaxing vacation on earth......CRUISING! I am a native Floridian and live in the vacation capital of the world "Orlando". So I guess you could say I KNOW VACATIONS. Cruising has become my favorite way to vacation with my husband and two children. I worked in commercial real estate before leaving the job world to have my children. I have been cruising for the past 10 years, and am convinced it is the most worry free and affordable vacation around. Becoming a Crew Member of Cruisin Easy has given me the opportunity to help others experience the best vacation of their lives...CRUISING! Vacationing with children is always a challenge, and that is why I pride myself on providing personalized service, down to the last detail. You are just a phone call away from the vacation you deserve, what are you waiting for?

Phone: 407-869-0930
Email: CruisinJan@hotmail.com

DEBBIE CARLSEN, ILLINOIS

Hi I'm Debbie Vacations!!! Aren't they wonderful! So relaxing and fun filled!! But all the details... How is this ship different that that ship.... Does this place have these things to do? How do you find these answers to these questions? The answer is easy --- 'ASK ME' I have always loved researching the places I go, and I'd love to share this knowledge with you. I have been on 4 cruises (so far), 3, 4 and 7 days with a 5th one booked. I have vacationed at many Full American Plan Resorts (Disney, Disneyland and horseback riding resorts) I have traveled to many places in addition to full plan resorts I am currently in process of acquiring my certifications and I reside in a Chicago Suburb. I am a Norwegian Cruise Line Specialist and I also specialize in getting the hard to answer question answered! I can help you turn an ordinary Vacation into an Extraordinary Vacation Just call or write Your Cruisin Easy Cruise and Vacation Consultant.

E-mail: SeaDebbie@CruisinEasy.com

KAREN AND BRUCE SUGARMAN, NEW YORK

Bruce and I have both been in the customer service industry for over 30 years, he in sales and me, as an administrator in the healthcare field.

Given our love of cruises and travel along with our shared commitment and appreciation of "service excellence," it seemed a natural transition for both of us to become part of "Cruisin Easy." What better way for us to show our commitment to "service excellence" than to assist people in making their dream vacation a reality!

Cruisin Easy provides its customers the opportunity to visit new places; meet new people enjoy world-class accommodations, wonderful entertainment all at a reasonable price.

In order for us to offer you the best possible service, I am completing my Accredited Cruise Counselor certificate by the end of 2001. I am also a Norwegian Cruise Line Specialist.

Bruce and I look forward to providing both you and your family the quality and caliber of services our family and friends have come to know and love!

Please feel free to email us at sugarcruise@hotmail.com for additional information or to ask any questions you may have so that we can help make your vacation dreams come true!

Karen and Bruce Sugarman

CHRISTINA PETTWAY-BROWN, FLORIDA

I developed a real passion for travel when I went on my first trip at the age of 4. A rail vacation from my hometown of Washington, DC to Montreal, Canada. Since then I have made many road trips in the US. My goal is to visit all 50 states before my oldest reach college. But lately we have taken a detour called Cruising.

After years of working in sales and teaching breastfeeding, I am working as a substitute teacher in grades Pre-K- 12. Currently my focus for my Cruisin Easy Satellite office is to help singles, single parents, and families plan trips to Disney or Cruise vacations. To increase my knowledge I have received my Disney Specialist designation. Being a former Cast Member as well as a frequent visitor I want to share my vast knowledge and help others have a magical experience. I am also working my way to Master Cruise Consultant to increase my cruise knowledge.

My husband, children, extended family and friends have enjoyed many cruises aboard Carnival. We have other cruises in the works. If you have a Disney Vacation or Cruise in your plans I would like to help.

Email me: ttlocs@yahoo.com

PAULA MEYNCKE, NORTH CAROLINA

Hi, my name is Paula, paulacruises@cruisineasy.com. I live in North Carolina,
between Winston-Salem and Greensboro. I have worked in the medical profession
for many years, which I have enjoyed and has much meaning for me. My husband
has worked in the automobile industry for many years, most recently as a
sales manager. The hours are long! So, our down time is very important,
especially since our kids are growing up. We are planning a cruise to Bermuda
in June on Celebrity's Horizon with both children, 16 and 14. I don't know
why, but we have never planned a vacation of 7 days length before. Our time
is growing short before our oldest begins her college career!

Planning this cruise really started me thinking. What better time for a
husband/wife to reconnect, families to reconnect, extended families to travel
together perhaps for the first time, groups to be formed to vacation
together! What better way than to cruise.

My aim is to provide you with exceptional research, customer service and the
experience of my agency, which has collectively 100 cruises (and growing!)
under their belt.

Contact me for a personalized approach to your cruising style-let's talk!
There are many options, and only so many vacation days!

Happy cruising always,
Paula Meyncke

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