We recently sailed from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Athens on the Azamara Quest (30,000 tons with 694 guests and 407 crewmembers) in a Club Continent Suite. We enjoyed the service provided by our excellent Butler and Stateroom Attendant. I was asked what the butler does for you … [Read more...]
River Cruise in France on the Seine River
Chris Parker, vice president of sister company All Aboard Travel recently returned from an Avalon river cruise on the Seine River (Paris to Normandy's Landing Beaches itinerary). Here is his personal account: I recently experienced an Avalon Waterways river cruise on the … [Read more...]
Adriatic Cruise From Aboard Compagnie du Ponant L’Austral
Venice, Italy – Before my voyage began I stayed for three nights at the Hotel Flora. Venice equals romantic – quaint – canals - gondoliers – carnival – palaces – glass – art – fashion - people! Venice is as wonderful today as it was 20 years ago, but it takes a little more … [Read more...]
In My Viewfinder: A Weekend In Venice, Italy
We spent a couple of days in Venice, Italy, filming for the new Avid Cruiser travel show. Venice ranks right up there with Barcelona with regard to the number of ships and cruise passengers it handles. This city of 118 islands, 150 canals and 450 bridges surely woos cruise … [Read more...]
Norway’s Midnight Sun Aboard Regent Seven Seas
Norway was the dream, Regent made the dream come true. For over fifteen years I have wanted to return to Norway. Having been completely enchanted on prior visits by the midnight sun and the stunning beauty of Norway’s mountains, valleys, lakes, fjords waterfalls and snow-capped … [Read more...]