I spent last week in and around Le Havre, France, and I must say I was impressed with the variety of shore excursions offered in this region in Normandy. During four exceptionally full days, we visited: The D-Day Landing Beaches, including Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, the … [Read more...]
Silver Spirit Europe Cruise Review
This past June I sailed from Lisbon to Barcelona aboard Silversea’s beautiful all-new Silver Spirit. We chose to fly in a day early for our Silversea cruise in order to have a little time to see Lisbon. The Hotel Marquês de Pombal on the Avenida da Liberdade provided … [Read more...]
Top Ten Reasons to take a River Cruise
Is river cruising the best way to explore Europe? We think so. Nothing quite compares to the convenience of unpacking once for a trip through multiple countries. Here are the top ten reasons why you should consider taking a river cruise on your next … [Read more...]
Europe River Cruise Port Reviews
On my recent trip to Europe to attend the Christening festivities for Avalon Waterways brand-new Avalon Panorama I had the opportunity to visit some distinct and interesting cities. The Rhine River is most famous for its legendary Lorelei rock and the imposing medieval … [Read more...]
Holland America To Sail Year-Round From Rotterdam
HOT NEWS * HOT NEWS * HOT NEWS * HOT NEWS May 24, 2011 - Cruise Specialists continues to keep our finger on the pulse and bring you the most current and exciting news in the cruise industry. We are pleased to announce a move that’s a first for Holland America Line. Ms … [Read more...]