A long voyage is the perfect time to take up a new hobby or hone a skill such as drawing, writing, painting, bridge playing, knitting or crocheting – and the list goes on. Karolyn Rohr, a Cruise Specialists client, uses her extensive travels to enhance her painting talent and … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Spend a Memorable Port Day in Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa, nestled against the rough waters of the Atlantic Ocean, is a cruise port that provides visitors with an experience of a lifetime, both visually and culturally. It's often overlooked when seeking a warm weather cruise, Cape Town, a city under the shadow … [Read more...]
A Natural Playground: Seychelles
With a year-round tropical climate and a natural playground made up of 115 islands, including lush forests, dozens of beaches and two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, it’s easy to see why Seychelles (pronounced “say-shells”) is quickly soaring to the top of travelers’ must-visit … [Read more...]
Five Takeaways From Viking’s First Transatlantic Crossing
I recently returned from a very special cruise aboard Viking Cruises’ Viking Star: her maiden transatlantic crossing to North America. Not only was the itinerary a unique, one-of-a-kind voyage from Bergen, Norway to Montreal, Canada, but the crossing was also noteworthy for being … [Read more...]
5 Reasons to See Africa on a Nile River Cruise
Ah, the mysterious, mystical, and majestic Nile! A unique cruise opportunity for those who feel like they've done it all! While disputes still exist over the exact source of the world’s longest river, everyone agrees that it begins near the equator and flows northward through … [Read more...]