From the burgeoning gastronomic scene in Lisbon to the fairy-tale-like castles of Sintra to the vineyards of the Douro Valley and the rugged coastal walks of the south, there’s myriad of reasons our guests are falling in love with this cruise port. Whether you'll be spending a … [Read more...]
Cruising Northern Europe onboard Koningsdam: A Voyage to Repeat
If you've ever wanted to see Northern Europe, there's no one better to show you the way than Holland America Line, whose roots here go back more than 140 years. Born in the Netherlands, they know the region’s glittering capitals, hidden gems and the most wonderful things to see … [Read more...]
What to Expect Sailing Windstar Greek Islands
An international destination that’s truly best experienced via cruise ship is the Greek Islands. Off the coast of mainland Greece, there are no less than 6,000 islands and islets scattered in the intensely blue water of the Aegean and Ionian Seas. These beautifully rocky, … [Read more...]
Who Should Book A Tulip Time River Cruise & When To Go?
You may have heard the phrase, “Tulip Time cruises” mentioned before. On the surface, you might be inclined to skim over them. But there’s good reasons why you’ll want to add one of these picturesque river cruises to your bucket list – and why it’s important to book well in … [Read more...]
European Christmas Markets: Our Favorite Time to Cruise
If we could only pick one more river cruise to take, it wouldn’t be a difficult decision. BothRiver Cruise Advisor’s Ralph Grizzle and myself would, without hesitation, hop aboard one of the festive Christmas Markets river cruises that close out the year on the rivers of … [Read more...]