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Your next voyage,
smart and joyful.

Gorgeous × all-inclusive × effortless.

Wake up in a floating hotel and the next port is outside your window. Meals, shows, pools — most of it included from the moment you step aboard. We make luxury cruising smart and joyful, even for first-timers. A neutral third-party advisor helps you find the ship that fits you.

Onboard

Onboard, a whole world awaits.

One voyage changes your standard for travel.

Unpack once. Wake up in the next port. A hotel, restaurants, a theatre and pools — a whole town that moves while you sleep.

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GorgeousGorgeous.

Main dining rooms, a theatre, bars, a spa, pools. In the evening, dress up and be a slightly more special version of yourself.

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All-inclusiveAll included.

Lodging, meals in the main restaurants, shows and pools are typically covered by the base fare. The less often you reach for your wallet, the freer the journey.

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EffortlessEffortless.

One suitcase, and the world comes to you. Watch the sea from a deck chair while the ship carries you to the next port — new scenery and food at every stop, travelling light.

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Cruise inspiration, every week.

Life onboard, ports of call, tips on choosing — the same content every week on Instagram and TikTok, in photos and short videos. Scan a QR code to follow.

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Onboard life, ports and tips — in photos and short videos.

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Onboard life, ports and tips — in photos and short videos.

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Services

Six ways we help you choose smart.

Guidance, not sales. From your first ship to making the most of a membership program, a neutral third-party advisor assembles what you need to decide. No pushy sales — ever.

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Cruise basics and charm

For first-timers, the mechanics and the joys of cruising, explained from scratch.

First-timers / Choosing a ship
02

How membership programs work

Rules that tend to get complicated, explained accurately from a neutral position.

Structure / Costs / Caveats
03

Ship and itinerary consultation

Destination, dates and budget — we find the ship and route that fit, together.

Ship type / Itinerary / Cabin
04

Preparing to board

So that even first-timers board with peace of mind: preparation and procedures, step by step.

Packing / Procedures / Embarkation day
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Ports and harbour towns

From real visits around the world: the charm, food and culture of each port.

Ports / Food / Culture
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Online “Cruise Briefing”

Free, online and held regularly — in person is possible too. From how ships work to membership programs, questions alone are welcome.

Free / Zoom or in person / Held regularly
All-inclusive, honestly

Step aboard, and most of it is included.

Knowing what is not included lets you relax without worrying about extras. Where lines and fares differ, we sort it out during the consultation.

Usually included in the base fare
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Lodgingcomfortable cabin stays
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Mealsbreakfast, lunch, dinner in the main restaurants
Drinkscoffee, tea, light bites
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Entertainmentshows, live music, dancing
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Pools & jacuzzissun decks
🏋️
Gymfitness, yoga
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Classes & activitiescooking, art and more
🎬
Movies & musictheater, lounges
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Kids' clubsage-based programs (varies by line)
🎉
Eventsdeck parties and seasonal celebrations
Often charged separately
  • Shore excursionsoptional tours at each port
  • Some drinksalcohol, soft drinks
  • Specialty restaurantsreservation-only venues
  • Gratuities / service chargesoften added automatically
  • Wi-Fipaid on many plans
  • Spa & beautytreatments

Varies by line, itinerary and fare. We also explain how this works when you travel through a membership program.

Cruise by numbers

Luxury cruising, in numbers.

A record number of passengers worldwide — and Japan's cruise population keeps growing.

37.2M
Passengers Worldwide
243K
Japanese Cruisers
327
Ocean-going Ships
1M
Japan's 2030 Goal

Sources: CLIA, “State of the Cruise Industry 2026”; Japan Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism — cruise statistics for 2025 (March 2026) and the 2030 target (July 2025).

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Our online “Cruise Briefing”

How ships work, membership programs, and tips on choosing an itinerary — at a relaxed pace. Free, mostly online via Zoom (in person on request), and held regularly. Questions alone are welcome, and camera-off attendance is fine.

Freeno charge
OnlineZoom, or in person
Regulardates sent on registration

Register below and we will e-mail you the upcoming dates and the Zoom link.

Register for a briefing
Or write directly: ted@leaders.garden
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The questions first-timers ask most. Anything else — ask at a briefing or in a consultation.

QWhat exactly does “smart” mean here?
From a neutral position, we compare multiple cruise lines, membership programs, ship types and itineraries, and propose options that match your goals and budget. No pushy sales, no product pushing — ever.
QAnd “joyful”?
Gorgeous ships, all-inclusive peace of mind, the ease of seeing the world with one suitcase, fresh experiences at every port, and the pleasure of dressing up — we share what makes cruising special, from first-hand experience.
QI have never cruised. Is that okay?
More than okay — welcome. From “Does the ship rock?” to “What about food and dress?”, we explain everything from zero.
QWhat is a membership program?
One way of cruising: an annual or monthly fee gives you more affordable and flexible access to cruises. The rules are a little complex, so we lay out how it works and what to watch for — neutrally.
QDo I have to join a membership program to consult you?
No. Consultations based on regular bookings are just as welcome. We also help you work out which suits you better, depending on budget, frequency and the seas you want to sail.
QWhat budget should I expect?
It varies widely by ship, itinerary, cabin type and season. We first sort out what the base fare includes and what costs extra, then show you options that fit your budget during the consultation.
QWhere do I book and pay?
Bookings and payments are made directly with the cruise line or a travel agency. We do not sell or arrange; we guide you on how to choose and what the process looks like.
QI worry about seasickness.
Large ships have stabilizers, and the motion is usually far smaller than people imagine. We help you choose calmer seas, mid-ship cabins and simple precautions.
QWhat is the dress code?
It depends on the line and itinerary: casual by day, smart casual in the evening as a rule, with formal nights on some ships. We give you specifics along with a packing list.
QIs cruising suitable with children or three generations?
Some ships have excellent kids' programs and family cabin types, and cruises suit three-generation trips very well. We help you pick the ship and cabins for your group.
QCan I travel solo?
Some lines offer solo cabins and programs. We share tips for solo travellers, including how supplements work and which ships are easiest to enjoy alone.
QHow should I choose shore excursions?
Official tours, local arrangements or exploring on your own — we lay out the pros and cautions of each (all-aboard times, for example) and suggest how to enjoy each port.
QIs the consultation paid?
The first 30-minute online consultation is free. Just get in touch.
Contact

Start with a free cruise consultation.

“I don't even know what to ask” is a perfectly good place to start. The sea you want to see, who you're travelling with, a rough budget — that is enough to see the first candidates.

  • The first 30 minutes are free. Online is fine
  • “I just wanted to ask” is welcome
  • No sales pitch afterwards — ever.
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