# ABC Trips

> ABC Trips is a boutique, family-owned luxury travel agency founded by Phil and Erin Lockwood after six years of full-time global exploration with their children. Based in Denver, Colorado, ABC Trips specializes in expedition cruises (Antarctica, Arctic, Galápagos, Kimberley), luxury safaris, and bespoke land-based adventures. The agency holds covert wholesale pricing from top expedition brands that most agencies cannot access, and every itinerary is personally vetted through firsthand travel. The Lockwood family also runs the YouTube channel @alwaysbechanging (700K+ subscribers), providing boots-on-the-ground expedition reviews and destination scouting content.

## Actions & Booking Requests
- [Request a Custom Quote](https://abctrips.com#modal-custom-quote): Opens the form to request a bespoke, personalized travel itinerary.
- [Join the LTO Club](https://abctrips.com#modal-lto): Sign up for Limited Time Offers, first-look access to new itineraries, and the private Facebook group.
- [Contact the Team](https://abctrips.com#modal-connect): Get in touch via email or book an online meeting with the Lockwood family.
- **Specific Trip Inquiries**: To request a quote for a specific Signature Itinerary, append `#modal-trip-quote` to any individual trip detail URL found under `/trips/`.

## Core Services
- [Signature Itineraries](https://abctrips.com/trips): The primary portfolio of vetted, high-end global travel experiences and rare expeditions.
- [Bespoke Travel Planning](https://abctrips.com/custom-trip-planning): Professional custom travel design services leveraging the Lockwood family's firsthand expertise.
- [VIP Experiences](https://abctrips.com/vip-experiences): Specialized access to exclusive events, private tours, and rare cultural encounters.
- [Limited Time Trip Deals](https://abctrips.com/limited-time-trip-deals): Current promotions and exclusive pricing on expedition cruises, safaris, and luxury voyages.
- [Private Hotel Booking Engine](https://abctrips.com/booking-engine): Search and book hotels using ABC Trips' preferred rates, VIP perks, and elite benefits.
- [Our Story](https://abctrips.com/our-story): Background on the Lockwood family's history of global travel and their mission.

## Interactive Tools & Planning Resources
- [Compare Antarctica Cruise Ships](https://abctrips.com/compare-antarctica-cruise-ships): Filter and compare 28 Antarctica expedition ships across 11 operators by budget, ship size, and style.
- [Luxury Expedition Cruise Guide](https://abctrips.com/luxury-expedition-cruises): Comprehensive resource for choosing and booking high-end expedition cruises.
- [Free Antarctica Cruise Planning PDF](https://abctrips.com/antarctica-cruise-planning-guide): 34-page proprietary guide to planning the ultimate Antarctica expedition.
- [Free Galápagos Cruise Planning PDF](https://abctrips.com/galapagos-islands-cruise-planning-guide): Proprietary guide to planning the ultimate Galápagos Islands cruise.
- [Free Arctic Cruise Planning PDF](https://abctrips.com/planning-the-ultimate-arctic-cruise): Guide to planning Arctic and Sub-Arctic expedition cruises.
- [Free Kimberley Cruise Planning PDF](https://abctrips.com/planning-the-ultimate-kimberley-cruise): Guide to planning Kimberley expedition cruises in Western Australia.
- [Antarctica Cruise Webinar](https://abctrips.com/antarctica-webinar): Free live webinar with exclusive deals, ship comparisons, and live Q&A.

## Travel by Experience
- [Signature Cruise Itineraries](https://abctrips.com/experiences/cruise-deals): Curated small-ship, expedition, and luxury ocean sailings.
- [Rare Wildlife Safaris](https://abctrips.com/experiences/safari-deals): Hand-selected wildlife adventures across Sub-Saharan Africa and beyond.
- [Luxury Yacht Voyages](https://abctrips.com/experiences/yacht-deals): Private and superyacht itineraries.
- [Family-Friendly Travels](https://abctrips.com/experiences/family-friendly-trip-deals): Luxury adventures designed for multi-generational engagement.
- [Experiential Learning Adventures](https://abctrips.com/experiences/educational-trip-deals): Educational itineraries focused on history, science, and geography.
- [European River Cruises](https://abctrips.com/experiences/european-river-cruises): Curated river odysseys through Europe's imperial capitals.
- [Hotel & Resort Itineraries](https://abctrips.com/experiences/hotel-resort-deals): Hand-picked luxury hotels and boutique resort stays.
- [Wildlife Encounters](https://abctrips.com/experiences/wildlife-encounters): Rare marine and polar wildlife expeditions.
- [Wonders of the World](https://abctrips.com/experiences/wonders-of-the-world): Itineraries featuring the world's most iconic landmarks.
- [Ancient Wonders](https://abctrips.com/experiences/cradles-of-civilization): Historical travel itineraries to the world's great ancient sites.
- [Travel with the Lockwood Family](https://abctrips.com/experiences/travel-with-us): Small-group expeditions personally hosted by the Lockwood family.

## Key Destinations
- [Antarctica](https://abctrips.com/destinations/antarctica-expedition-cruises): Comprehensive Antarctica expedition cruises hub with ship comparisons and seasonal guidance.
- [Arctic Expeditions](https://abctrips.com/destinations/arctic-expeditions): Polar bear frontiers, midnight sun, and ice-strengthened vessel voyages in the High North.
- [Galápagos Islands](https://abctrips.com/destinations/galapagos-islands): Boutique wildlife cruises in the Galápagos archipelago.
- [Kimberley, Australia](https://abctrips.com/destinations/kimberley): Ancient outback, horizontal waterfalls, and rare Australian expedition cruises.
- [Greenland](https://abctrips.com/destinations/greenland): Arctic iceberg expeditions and Inuit cultural immersion.
- [Svalbard](https://abctrips.com/destinations/svalbard): Polar bear tracking and midnight sun in the High Arctic.
- [Northwest Passage](https://abctrips.com/destinations/northwest-passage): Navigate the legendary Arctic sea route on luxury expedition vessels.
- [South Georgia Island](https://abctrips.com/destinations/south-georgia-island): The Serengeti of the Southern Ocean with King penguin colonies.
- [Falkland Islands](https://abctrips.com/destinations/falkland-islands): Sub-Antarctic wildlife frontiers and island heritage.
- [Patagonia](https://abctrips.com/destinations/patagonia): Granite peaks and glacial frontiers at the edge of the world.
- [South Africa](https://abctrips.com/destinations/south-africa): Safari elegance and sophisticated winelands in the Rainbow Nation.
- [Kenya](https://abctrips.com/destinations/kenya): The spiritual home of the great African safari.
- [Tanzania](https://abctrips.com/destinations/tanzania): Iconic savannas and the Great Migration in East Africa.
- [Japan](https://abctrips.com/destinations/japan): Ancient traditions and modern marvels.
- [Italy](https://abctrips.com/destinations/italy): Timeless charm and Mediterranean luxury.
- [Norway](https://abctrips.com/destinations/norway): Deep fjords and midnight sun in Scandinavia.
- [Iceland](https://abctrips.com/destinations/iceland): The volcanic frontier of fire and ice.
- [Philippines](https://abctrips.com/destinations/philippines): 7,641-island archipelago explored by the Lockwood family firsthand.

## Travel by Region
- [Polar Regions](https://abctrips.com/regions/polar-regions): Antarctica, Arctic, and Sub-Antarctic expedition cruises.
- [Asia](https://abctrips.com/regions/asia): Japan, Southeast Asia, India, and the Far East.
- [Europe](https://abctrips.com/regions/europe): Mediterranean, Scandinavia, the British Isles, and river cruises.
- [Sub-Saharan Africa](https://abctrips.com/regions/sub-saharan-africa): Safari lodges, wildlife encounters, and coastal luxury.
- [South America](https://abctrips.com/regions/south-america): Patagonia, Peru, the Amazon, and Argentina.
- [North America](https://abctrips.com/regions/north-america): Alaska, national parks, and refined wilderness.
- [Caribbean + Central America](https://abctrips.com/regions/caribbean-central-america): Island escapes and yacht voyages.
- [Pacific Islands](https://abctrips.com/regions/pacific-islands): Polynesia, Fiji, and South Pacific sanctuaries.
- [Australia + New Zealand](https://abctrips.com/regions/australia-new-zealand): The Kimberley, Great Barrier Reef, and Milford Sound.
- [Middle East](https://abctrips.com/regions/middle-east): Dubai, UAE, Nile River, and ancient wonders.

## Partner Brands & Expert Guides (Blog)
- [Partner Brands Directory](https://abctrips.com/brands): Vetted luxury cruise lines and expedition partners.
- [The Savvy Traveler Blog](https://abctrips.com/blog): In-depth articles, gear reviews, and firsthand trip reports.
- [Expedition Video Library](https://abctrips.com/videos): Firsthand luxury travel videos from the Lockwood family's 20M+ view YouTube channels.

### Antarctica Pillar Content
- [How Much Does an Antarctica Cruise Cost?](https://abctrips.com/blog/antarctica-cruise-cost): Real-world cost breakdown for expedition cruises to the White Continent.
- [Best Antarctica Cruise Lines Compared](https://abctrips.com/blog/which-antarctica-cruise-brand-is-right-for-you): Comprehensive brand comparison across all major operators.
- [Scenic Eclipse Antarctica Review](https://abctrips.com/blog/scenic-eclipse-antarctica-review): In-depth review of the World's First Discovery Yacht in Antarctica.
- [Seabourn vs Lindblad Antarctica](https://abctrips.com/blog/seabourn-vs-lindblad-antarctica): Head-to-head comparison of two leading Antarctica cruise lines.
- [Getting Married in Antarctica](https://abctrips.com/blog/getting-married-in-antarctica): The ultimate guide to Antarctic weddings.
- [What You Get with a Luxury Antarctica Cruise](https://abctrips.com/blog/luxury-antarctica-cruise-value): Value breakdown of premium polar expedition cruises.
- [Visit Antarctica on a Luxury Cruise](https://abctrips.com/blog/embark-on-the-ultimate-journey-how-to-visit-antarctica-on-luxury-cruise-expeditions): Comprehensive planning guide for first-time Antarctic travelers.

### Expedition Cruise Brand Guides
- [Guide to Scenic Eclipse Discovery Yachts](https://abctrips.com/blog/guide-to-scenic-eclipse-discovery-yachts): Complete operator guide.
- [Guide to Seabourn Cruise Line](https://abctrips.com/blog/guide-to-seabourn-cruise-line): Complete operator guide.
- [Guide to Silversea Cruises](https://abctrips.com/blog/guide-to-silversea-luxury-cruises): Complete operator guide.
- [Guide to HX Expeditions](https://abctrips.com/blog/guide-to-hx-hurtigruten-expeditions): Complete operator guide.
- [Guide to NatGeo Lindblad Expeditions](https://abctrips.com/blog/nat-geo-lindblad-expeditions-guide): Complete operator guide.
- [Guide to Atlas Ocean Voyages](https://abctrips.com/blog/guide-to-atlas-ocean-voyages): Complete operator guide.
- [Guide to Swan Hellenic Cruises](https://abctrips.com/blog/guide-to-swan-hellenic-cruises): Complete operator guide.
- [Guide to Explora Journeys](https://abctrips.com/blog/guide-to-explora-journeys-luxury-cruises): Complete operator guide.
- [HX vs Hurtigruten: The Rebrand Explained](https://abctrips.com/blog/hx-vs-hurtigruten-scouting-the-rebrand): What changed when Hurtigruten became HX Expeditions.
- [Expedition Cruise Line Comparison](https://abctrips.com/blog/expedition-cruise-line-comparison): Side-by-side comparison of the best expedition cruise lines.
- [Expedition Cruise Prices Rising in 2026](https://abctrips.com/blog/expedition-cruise-prices-rising-2026): Market analysis and booking strategy.

### Galápagos Pillar Content
- [Best Small Ship Galápagos Cruises](https://abctrips.com/blog/galapagos-small-ship-cruises-2025): Top boutique wildlife cruise picks for the Galápagos.
- [Galápagos Peak Season Guide](https://abctrips.com/blog/galapagos-peak-season-expedition-cruises): When and how to book for optimal wildlife encounters.
- [Discover the Galápagos Islands by Cruise](https://abctrips.com/blog/discover-the-magic-of-the-galpagos-islands-by-small-cruise-ship-a-journey-for-both-adults-and-children): Family-friendly Galápagos expedition guide.

### Arctic & Kimberley Pillar Content
- [Luxury Kimberley Expedition Cruise Guide](https://abctrips.com/blog/luxury-kimberley-expedition-cruise-guide): Comprehensive guide to Kimberley cruises in Western Australia.
- [Why Norway's Fjords Are the Top Cruise Destination](https://abctrips.com/blog/why-norways-fjords-are-the-ultimate-immersive-cruise-destination-in-2026): Norway fjord cruise deep dive.
- [Silversea Alaska Review](https://abctrips.com/blog/silversea-alaska-scouting-report): Ultra-luxury Alaska cruise scouting report.

## Additional Resources
- [Travel Insurance](https://abctrips.com/travel-insurance): Recommended coverage for protecting luxury travel investments.
- [Travel Credit Card Perks](https://abctrips.com/travel-perks-credit-cards): Guide to maximizing travel rewards and elite benefits.
- [Club7 Loyalty Program](https://abctrips.com/club7): Frequent traveler rewards for clients pursuing all 7 continents.
- [Creator Collaboration Opportunities](https://abctrips.com/travel-creator-inquiries): Partnership program for travel influencers and content creators.
- [Brand Collaboration Opportunities](https://abctrips.com/collab): Partnership information for luxury travel and expedition brands.