Welcome To
Jim and Roy Travel
Jim and Roy travel was created as a division of Honu Adventures-Cruise Planners to expand our ability to sell 'off-the-beaten-path' experiences. Honu is the Hawaiian word for turtle, a symbol of wisdom and luck. The Honu represents the navigator, and the eternal link among people, the land and the sea. Based in San Diego, CA, Honu Adventures was established to introduce adventurers to authentic, UnMass Market experiences around the world and Jim and Roy are here to take that to the next level. We lean toward destinations with a deep and rich cultural heritage that are a on the road less traveled. We are lifelong travelers, who, like the Bhutanese, believe in 'high value, low impact' travel.
We also believe that there is no better way to have an Authentic experience than to immerse yourself in the culture you are visiting. We are pretty excited about the concept of Authentic travel. While some people really enjoy being in crowded spaces, or sailing on a ship that holds 7,000 passengers, We're finding that more intimate, unusual and more personalized experiences make for a more pleasant journey, and also more in line with our bailiwick. So, what do we mean by Authentic Experiences .... it's simple:
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Less Crowded Destinations - Bhutan, Antarctica, Tuscany, Patagonia, Tibet etc. Places that take a little effort to get to, but once you arrive, you can breathe and take everything in without looking over crowds of people.
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Expedition Cruising - Take in the grandeur of Antarctica, explore the Fjords of Norway or venture across the arctic circle to experience the Northern Lights like never before. Sail on ships carrying fewer than 500 passengers and come face to face with penguins and polar bears. Or, take an UnCruise (it's a thing) and swim with whale sharks.
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Smaller Ocean Ships and Smaller Fleets - Virgin Cruises has three ships in its fleet (with one more to come in 2026), Cunard three ships. Holland America is the "just the right size" cruise line with 13 ships. Carrying fewer than 3,000 passengers on each of their ships, it affords a more personal experience.
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Slower Paced Travel - Imagine a train trip across Canada or through Europe. Or a river cruise meandering along the Danube and on its way to Romania. Or challenging yourself to the Snow Man Trek across Bhutan or trekking to Everest Base Camp. Or, simply sitting on a beach, reading a book without a care in the world.
Bhutan's Tigers Nest Monastery
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'ANTARCTICA: THE CLOSEST THING ON EARTH TO BEING ON ANOTHER PLANET'
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We are a Facebook Group dedicated to Authentic Experiences. Come join the chat and tell us where you have been and where you would like to go! It's easy, just scan the QR Code with your phone.
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For more information about visiting Colombia, Antarctica, Bhutan, Hawaiʻi and other destinations or taking a cruise, simply call us, send us an email or fill in the form below. Let us know your dream destination, perhaps a few of your expectations, and your name and phone number. We will get back to you shortly to schedule an exploratory meeting to discuss your soon-to-be unforgettable journey.
Jim and Roy Travel
3911 Cleveland Ave #3083
San Diego, CA 92103
JimAndRoyTravel@honuadventures.com
1-877-988-2411
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From our Clients:
Marla B., Elmira NY
"Just wanted to let you know that the trip you set up for me was AMAZING!
I appreciate you handling everything and everything went off without a glitch.
Thank you so much again!:"
Jim G., San Diego, CA
"We had good fun in New York City and I’m just now writing to express my appreciation.Your efforts on my behalf were the stuff of yeomen labor done with pride and desire for perfection. I’m very grateful."
David M., San Diego, CA
"We had a great time - thank you so much for all your advice and arrangements! Your information and suggestions were thorough and very appropriate for our interests. It was quite helpful to be able to draw on your experience."
Mitchell B., San Diego, CA
"Thank you Jim for all your hard work setting up and answering every question for our Bohemia trip. The entire trip was flawless thanks to you and your diligence. Thank You!."
James W., San Diego, CA
"Your service was excellent. You did a great job of deciphering the maze that is the Amtrak website. In spite of ancient trains and delays due to freight traffic, I think that I would do it again. Thank you for your help with the trip."
Travel Tips
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Remember to check advisories before booking and traveling regardless of your destination and when you are ready, let's make some plans ... Let's Go There!
Visa Requirements
Visas and other entry requirements can be tricky but you can learn all about a particular country by using this handy form. If your destination does require a visa, we can easily facilitate that with a small fee. Give it a spin, it costs nothing to take a peek.
Travel Protection
While travelling, you are exposed to certain risks. These risks could be related to your health, lost or delayed luggage or airline delays. Having travel insurance allows you to travel with peace of mind should the unexpected happen. Find out more by clicking below then come back to Honu Adventures to purchase your policy.
Real ID
The timeline for Americans to have a REAL ID in order to travel has changed yet again. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) again pushed back the deadline for implementation of Real ID 24 months into 2025. The news means that Americans who want to travel on a domestic flight without a passport will not need to have a REAL ID until May 7, 2025, at the earliest.
