Travel planning with calm, personal guidance.
I help travelers plan cruises, custom vacations, sports trips, faith-based journeys, and group travel with a clear process, trusted supplier relationships, and support from the first idea through the return home.
Built on service, details, and trust.
Before founding Beyond the Castle Travel, I spent more than two decades in the U.S. Army, where planning, accountability, and communication mattered every day.
That background shapes how I approach travel. I believe a great trip should feel exciting, not overwhelming. My job is to help you understand your options, avoid avoidable stress, and choose the experience that actually fits how you like to travel.
Whether you are planning a river cruise, expedition voyage, family vacation, group trip, or bucket-list sports event, I bring structure to the process without making it feel complicated.
Planning that feels organized, not overwhelming
Every trip is different, but the goal is always the same: help you travel with confidence.
Clear Options
I help narrow the field so you are not comparing endless ships, hotels, routes, and package types alone.
Supplier Relationships
Preferred partnerships help with availability, value, support, and guidance before and after booking.
Real Support
You work with a person who knows your trip, not a call center or a booking engine.
Where I focus most
Beyond the Castle Travel can help with many styles of travel, but these are the areas where I spend the most time building expertise and supplier relationships.
River Cruises
European river cruises, China and Yangtze River cruises, and emerging river cruise options, including line comparisons, itinerary guidance, and pre/post planning.
Ocean & Expedition Cruises
Premium ocean, expedition, and small-ship voyages for travelers who want the right fit, not just the lowest fare.
Sports Travel
VIP sports travel packages for major events like the World Cup, Masters, British Open, Kentucky Derby, and more.
Groups
Family, community, church, and hosted group travel with help coordinating cabins, rooms, payments, and communication.
Faith Travel
Faith-based itineraries and group travel experiences where history, place, and meaning come together.
Disney & Family Travel
Disney Cruise Line, Adventures by Disney, family vacations, and milestone trips designed around real family needs.
“My goal is not just to book a trip. It is to help you choose the right experience and feel taken care of along the way.”Julio Sanchez
Training, certifications, and affiliations
Industry training matters because it helps me match travelers with the right suppliers, ships, destinations, and trip styles.
Let’s start planning your next trip
Whether you already know where you want to go or are still comparing options, I can help you sort through the choices and decide what fits best.