More about Us

​With a wealth of expertise and firsthand knowledge, our advisors will meticulously plan every detail of your journey, ensuring that it perfectly reflects your special interests and travel style. But what truly sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to customer service. We go above and beyond to provide personalized attention, cater to your specific needs, and exceed your expectations at every step of the way.

Contact us today and let us choreograph your dream vacation. With Dancing Moon Travel, your travel adventure awaits, and we can't wait to make it an unforgettable experience for you.



​Meet Our Founder


Whether you are looking for a fun & fabulous Caribbean cruise – an indulgent vacation at a luxurious beachfront all-inclusive resort – or a customized exploration of Europe – Dancing Moon Travel will craft the perfect vacation for your unique requirements. As your premier vacation travel specialists, we strive to ensure that each journey is planned to reflect our clients’ special interests and travel style. Contact one of our experienced agents below to start planning your next dream vacation.

Pat Hand - Founder & Lead Advisor

​After many years providing administrative support to legal professionals, Pat opened Dancing Moon Travel in metro Atlanta in 2008. She serves clients throughout the U.S. –her largest client base is centered in the Southeast including Atlanta and Florida markets. Pat is passionate about travel and is an avid cruiser, having sailed on pretty much every major cruise line serving U.S. markets.
Pat’s areas of specialty include cruises, all-inclusive vacations, and customized European itineraries. Favorite destinations include Ireland, Croatia, Alaska and Hawaii – and basically anywhere that a cruise ship has been known to sail! She has a strong emphasis on group travel events as well. 
Pat is a Master Cruise Counselor, a certified Tauck specialist, a Group Events Travel Specialist, and has the prestigious designation Signature Travel Expert Select. She is also recognized as a top producing agent with Oasis Travel Network.
Pat is now based in Southwest Florida, where she resides with her husband Marvin, her sister Cathy,
​and their 11-year-old retired greyhound Kobe.

Meet The Team


Our team of experienced, well-traveled advisors are strategically located
​throughout key locations in the U.S. to better serve our client needs.
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Joanne Craig - Advisor

Joanne has vast travel experience associated with her personal and past professional life. She has traveled extensively throughout the US and Europe. Joanne employs outstanding research skills to plan each detail of your vacation to reflect your interests -- she will ensure that everything is planned to perfection! Joanne is available to assist clients with cruise planning and all types of leisure travel.

Joanne's areas of specialty include Accessible Travel, All-Inclusive Resorts, Beach & Sun Vacations, Cruises, Custom Vacations, Food & Wine, Group Travel, Guided Vacations, Hotel & Resort Getaways, Luxury Travel. Contact Joanne today for a consultation about your travel plans. Bon Voyage!!​

Jason Odell - Advisor

​Jason is a well-traveled professional photographer and group leader who has been part of the DMT team since 2019. He has traveled extensively in Europe, Great Britain, Central and South America, and is also a veteran cruiser. Jason includes Alaska, the United Kingdom and Croatia among his growing list of favorite destinations. He loves to help clients discover their newest favorite destination and especially enjoys working with fellow photographers! Jason loved his recent  experience as a photo group leader on Dancing Moon’s private yacht charter exploring the coast of Croatia!

Jason is located in Colorado Springs and is available to help with all your travel needs, wherever you may be located in the U.S. Reach out to him today to start planning your next unforgettable vacation experience.​

Natalie McCaskill - Advisor

I have loved travel my entire life! I absolutely love to help others explore our amazingly beautiful,  wonderful world though life-changing travel adventures! Are you ready to go!? I would be thrilled to choreograph your travel dreams! Let's make it happen together. 

Natalie is fluent in English, French and Spanish – she especially loves to plan customized travel itineraries for European vacations where her extensive travel experience gives her valuable insight for client experiences. Natalie resides in Houston, Texas with her husband John.

Kathy Ludeman - Advisor

Kathy has been involved in the travel industry for almost five years and joined Dancing Moon Travel in late 2021. She brings extensive personal travel experience to the table and loves to help her clients explore new destinations. One of her favorite trips was her recent Uniworld ChristmasMarkets cruise in November 2022. She loved the Uniworld travel experience – be sure to chat with Kathy if a river cruise is on your dream vacation list. 

Kathy is located in Port Charlotte, Florida. She loves planning all kinds of leisure travel and would welcome your call to begin exploring options for your next vacation experience.

Curt Rush - Advisor

Curt Rush is a long-time Francophile, having majored in and taught French and Spanish in what seems another lifetime!  He made his first trip to France in 1990 and has been back to Europe over 25 times since and to France, hitting nearly every region, eleven times.  

Curt regularly posts on Facebook info and images of over 400 small(ish) towns in France that are wonderful to visit, enjoy and photograph or where you can just stroll, chat, relax and have a coffee or ‘adult beverage’ or dinner.  

France offers so much: art, culture, sports, biking, big cities, lovely villages, natural wonders, mountains, lakes, islands, beaches, hiking, winery, champagne, cognac and cider (who knew?) tours, markets, museums, unique architecture.  You decide what interests you and Curt will be happy to make recommendations and book an exciting adventure when you’re ready. 

Shalah Parker - Advisor

As my friends and family know, I am an avid traveler. I am a retired educator, with a passion for the the learning experiences that come with with exploring the world. My travels have taken many forms over the years, from living abroad to hiking the Andes while sleeping in a tent and a luxurious transatlantic cruise on the Queen Mary II. As your travel consultant, I will constantly be on the lookout for amazing travel opportunities for you and your family. It is my goal to make your travel dreams come true.

Kevin Gragg - Consultant

Kevin Gragg has been affiliated with Dancing Moon Travel since 2010. He has served as a travel agent, a group guide, marketing director, and now serves as a consultant in social media and marketing. Prior to joining Dancing Moon Travel, Kevin enjoyed a corporate career in sales, operations management, and customer service. Kevin is a seasoned traveler having been to most  countries in western Europe, parts of Africa, and Japan. Kevin has also lived in Lyon, France, and now resides in Dublin, Ireland.

His European experiences make Kevin uniquely suited to assist Pat and the team at Dancing Moon Travel plan thrilling and worry-free travel adventures. When a person can say "been there, done that" it is very beneficial to helping the Dancing Moon Travel clients build a dream vacation! Talk to us today to see how we can help you plan your next vacation – at Dancing Moon Travel, “We choreograph dreams!”

​Dancing Moon Travel


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