Vancouver's Expedition, Small Ship & River Cruise Travel Advisor
Travel is personal. I plan it that way.
As a Virtuoso advisor with first-hand experience across 60+ countries on all seven continents, I design considered journeys for travellers who want expertise, not guesswork.
How I Plan Your Trip
Every trip starts with a conversation, not a template.
I'm Kate Weiss, founder of Upscale Travel. I design custom itineraries that balance active exploration with unhurried pacing - from expedition cruises and river journeys to premium small-ship voyages and considered land or rail itineraries.
Through a trusted global network of partners and my Virtuoso affiliation, my clients receive personalized planning, exclusive added-value benefits, and seamless support from start to finish.
Recent Journeys, Told Firsthand
Explora Journeys Review: What Stood Out Aboard Explora II
A firsthand look at Explora II's suites, dining, and crew, from a Greek Isles sailing.
Seabourn Venture: Arctic Luxury Expedition in Svalbard
What expedition cruising to the Arctic actually looks like.
Avalon Waterways: Lower Danube River Cruise Review
From Black Sea ports to Budapest, a closer look at river cruising's slower pace.
Here’s Where to Start
Whether you're ready to book or just starting to explore ideas, here's where to go next.
Real trips, real travellers - see how past journeys came together.
Use my contact form to get started - I'll follow up personally to talk through your ideas.
Stories from my travels, destination insights, travel news, and the occasional offer worth sharing - sent once a month, nothing more.