On January 4, 2020, Holland America Line’s Amsterdam departed Fort Lauderdale on what was to be a 128-day World Cruise visiting 48 ports in almost 30 countries. Cruise Specialists Voyage Hosts Tom Mullen and Steve and Wendy Bodenheimer were also on board hosting our group of … [Read more...]
Cruising the South Pacific aboard Paul Gauguin Cruises
One of my favorite cruise memories is from when I cruised the beautiful turquoise waters of the South Pacific on an intimate small ship. With Paul Gauguin Cruises, I sailed roundtrip Papeete on a 7-day voyage around the Tahitian Islands, aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin. It is an … [Read more...]
To Serenity and Beyond: Explore the Many Wonders of the South Pacific
The jaw-dropping beauty of the South Pacific has long held a siren's call for travelers. Clear, turquoise waters set against brilliant white sands and lush green jungles. Towering mountains. Secluded lagoons. Beautiful weather, and friendly locals. It's not surprising … [Read more...]
San Blas Islands to Tahiti: Memorable Molas, Moai & Motus
As part of Holland America’s 2019 Grand World Voyage of the Amsterdam, our fifth World Cruise, my husband Humberto and I sailed to the San Blas Islands of Panama, Easter Island and two gems of French Polynesia. It was memorable, mainly because of the three M’s: molas, moai, … [Read more...]
New Crystal Cruises Itineraries Feature Unexplored Ports
By 2020, new Crystal Cruises voyages will take travelers to alluring destinations across the globe–with almost no repeating ports along the way! This collection of cruise schedules, which the company has aptly named, “Grand Journeys,” ranges from 14 to 57 days. Whether you’re … [Read more...]