Windstar Wind Surf Report from the Med: October, 2009 Barcelona to Lisbon Our first time aboard Wind Surf. We had been told that people either prefer the smaller ships, Wind Spirit or Wind Star (148 guests) or the larger Surf (309) – but we confess to being equally … [Read more...]
The Top Five Reasons Cruise Specialists Recommends Holland America for 2010
Exciting itineraries, handsome ships, and gracious hospitality are just a few of the reasons why Cruise Specialists’ Greg Nacco recommends clients take a cruise vacation on Holland America Line this year. “We have been booking passengers on Holland America Line for over twenty … [Read more...]
Cruising Europe: A Brief History
The rivers and seas of Europe have always been essential to life and trade. But, until the mid-1800s, European boats and ships were only concerned with moving cargo or hauling in the day’s catch – not with passengers or their comfort. In 1835, Arthur Anderson, a sailor from … [Read more...]
Cunard Queen Mary 2 Cruise Review
My wife and I recently had the pleasure of sailing aboard the elegant Queen Mary 2. At 151,000 Gross Registered Tons she is one of the largest ships afloat. The Qm2 is now six years old but the maintenance done on board has kept her in pristine condition and she is showing no … [Read more...]
Update from Cruise Escorts Susan Atkins & Kevin LaGraff
09-18-09 � Kevin and I boarded the Regent Mariner on 9/9/9 for the Grand Asia Pacific cruise for 102 nights. We will be cruising around the Ring of Fire leaving from Vancouver to Alaska, Russia, Japan, China, Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, Polynesia and … [Read more...]