What. A. Great. Trip. In early April, I cruised with Avalon Waterways on the Rhine and Moselle rivers. The itinerary, bookended by Amsterdam and Paris, served up some of the same stunning scenery that inspired Dutch landscape painters such as Jacob Isaackszoon van … [Read more...]
The Four Best Places We’ve Ocean Cruised
Although we’ve received plenty of questions from readers over the years, there is one question that comes up again and again: What’s the best place you’ve cruised to? It’s a hard question to answer. A Caribbean cruise is great for its relaxed, informal vibe. A voyage … [Read more...]
Voyage of the Vikings: Norway, Iceland and Beyond
Have you ever wanted to cruise like a Viking? Sailing through the often snowy yet surprisingly diverse landscapes of Norway, Iceland, Greenland, and Newfoundland can be a transportative experience in more ways than one. Get ready to challenge our assumptions and boost your … [Read more...]
Elevate Your Venice Cruise Experience with these Very Special Excursions
If your travel itinerary includes Venice, you've probably already created a checklist of standard touristy things that you want to do. See the Rialto Bridge. Check out the sights around Saint Mark's Square. Eat gelato. Go on a gondola ride. Visit Murano so that … [Read more...]
49-Day Atlantic Adventurer: Portugal, Spain, Croatia and More
What's a girl (or guy) to do when Europe is on your bucket list, but flying is not? Hop aboard a cruise leaving Fort Lauderdale to flit about top ports of the Mediterranean and Atlantic with ease and guidance! The 49-day Atlantic Adventurer with Holland America Line, departing … [Read more...]