Celebrating the life of

Vicky Garcia

21 Jun 1966 - 14 Aug 2022

Family and friends

It is with extreme sadness that we announce that our great friend, Vicky Garcia, has passed away. Vicky was a force to be reckoned with. She loved her family, friends, and globetrotting. She made her mark in the travel industry and touched so many lives with her generosity. She had an incredible spark and lit up the room when she walked in and always kept everyone laughing. We are going to mis... more

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1 Dec 2012FL, United States

Kathy Jirau Vicky was a force to be reckoned with. She was always so sweet and so much fun and boy did she know her stuff!!! She was one of the contributing factor to us going with CP. We were stoked to be a part of a company with a Latina in a leadership role! She was so inspiring to JR and I. This picture was taken during our first CP convention in 2012 where we danced salsa all night long! Vicky was much loved and admired and we will miss her!!! Revelation 21:4.

My welcome to CP was from Vicky. On my class first day, I hear her sassy voice saying, "I see a blue hair around, after this week, will be green... right?". That day I knew I was joining a family. Today my hair still blue, but because of her my heart is green 💚. I pray the good Lord to give strength to Carol and her family.

Sylvette MillerJun 2013

Vicky is the life of the party, still!!! Michelle is right, she's blessing heaven with her Cruisitude!! Vicky ALWAYS made me feel loved, welcomed and accepted into the CP Family, right from the first minute I met her! I love and will miss you, friend!!

Liz MIlner15 Jan 2014

8 Nov 2015CruisePlanners convention

Cathy Hoffman I have had the honour of knowing Vicky since 2003. She was my go to person when I first came to Cruise Planners with a welcoming smile and big hug. I watched as she grew and became a fabulous leader and a stronger person, opening her heart to everyone and embracing who she was as well as who she would become. Her funny side always came through to take us through the darkest days. I know she is smiling down on all of us and leaves a strong legacy for all of us to aspire to. Many hugs my dear friend, Vicky! Love, Cathy

Vicki was a powerhouse in everything she did. When I joined Cruise Planners, Vicki was right there to welcome us. We are all at a loss how we will move on without her. Heaven has gained an angel who will be rocking CP Green.

Gayle Fortin2016

May 2016Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States

Sheila Smith She DEFINED Cruisitude! We will miss her so much😢

Vern and I remember going to training in November of 2017. Vicky talked to us and made us feel so welcome and calmed our feelings of being overwhelmed. We were newbies to the industry and had only done our own travel and she put us at ease in her way! We are so sorry to hear this.

Christi Elliott28 Nov 2017

Sep 2019Punta Cana, La Altagracia Province, Dominican Republic

Candice Shifflett 💚

3 Dec 2019St. Petersburg, FL, United States

Linda ONeal Today's news of VickY's passing is absolutely heart breaking. Since the first time Bill and I met her in our 2006 training class to our most recent meeting at the 2019 convention she always spent time talking and laughing with us. It is a special kind of person that can make you feel happy just by being in their presence and Vicky was that kind of person. Our thoughts and prayers are with Carol and the rest of Vicky's extended family. The gates of Heaven are colored CP green today.

Michelle, I am so sad to learn of Vicky’s passing. She was such a powerhouse of energy and passion for the business and I know was so instrumental in helping you grow Cruise Planners with all of its successful results, great fun, and sparkly glitz. My heart goes out to you and the team and her family as you mourn her loss. Know that she will be lon...

Jan Swartz2020

While Patrick and I are saddened to learn of Vicky's passing, we are smiling thinking of all the CP Green she is adding to Heaven!!! Fly high VG!!! Patrick & Troy

Troy Woods14 Aug 2022

So sad to hear of Vicky's passing! She was such a huge presence in my life virtually since I joined Cruise Planners in early 2020. Her personality was so dynamic, witty and compassionate that it jumped thru the monitor and certainly brought not only great experience and wisdom regarding the travel industry...but also such joy, warmth and laughte...

Reggie Harty-Allen14 Aug 2022

#justkeepswimming - A few simple words of encouragement from Vicky changed my life daily and my mindset forever! Love to all who feel her loss and were impacted by her touch.

Melissa Shanks14 Aug 2022

May Vicki's Memory be a Blessing. I have a wonderful memory of Vicki from one of the first Viking cruises with her. As a group we were treated to a Viennese dance class. While we were there Vicki and Carol arrived just in time to see the entire group dance around the floor after we learned the steps. She greeted everyone in the room by name. It...

Barbara Diener14 Aug 2022

Sooo sad to hear of Vicky's passing! She certainly was the energy that drove the CP bus. I have many fond memories and sending prayers and hugs to Carol in this difficult time. I'm sure the heavens are happy to welcome her lively spirit.

Kathy Luff14 Aug 2022

14 Aug 2022

Andy Popick Deepest sympathy, prayers, and condolences to our CP family, Carol, Vicky's family, and industry friends. Vicky had an infectious sense of humor, wit, business foresight, and ability to motivate those who knew her. I often look at the legacy one leaves as they pass from this life, and while we all grieve when we lose loved one's, and friends I try to remain focused on the times spent with that person. I only see great accomplishments achieved by Vicky such as friendship, mentor, innovator, establishing relationships, and fun times. Vicky was fortunate to have achieved so much during her life. Often, many do not accomplish near what she did, acquire an extended family of business partners, and take obstacles turning them into opportunities that impacted many. We will greatly miss her infectious smile, wit, laugh, and motivation. She knew when it was time to get down to business, but just as important knew when to relax and enjoy life with her colleagues, and extended CP family. Vicky made a difference during her time here impacting many of us in a positive way. Many can live far longer and never achieve what Vicky did during her time with us. I am honored to call Vicky a boss and friend. Thank you for all your insight, being you, and for the opportunities. Here's toasting to your life contributions in business, relationships, and friendship. Rest In Peace my friend. Gone, but never forgotten.

Vicky, she was someone you met and you would not forget her, she was a positive person with lots of Cruisitude. I only was able to met you once, but watched her weekly video's with Michelle, what a team those two were. I will pray for Vicky's wife Carol, and family ...... Vicky loved animals, CATS Vicky you will be missed but never ...

Deborah Hux14 Aug 2022

Many wonderful memories of Vicky and I am happy to say that they all include her beautiful smile, great sense of humor and huge heart. I will also remember her as someone who brought people together with her love and I am not sure there is a better legacy any of us can leave than that. You feel it within her closest circles, the CP family, in the...

Alex Sharpe14 Aug 2022