If I had to define the best aspect of a World Cruise or other Grand Voyages, I would say it would be the opportunity to visit, in just one single trip, many of “those faraway places with strange sounding names, far away over the sea…” as Bing Crosby sang in, “Far Away … [Read more...]
Pre and Post-Cruise Stays: How to Get Two Family Vacations Out of One
Today we have some valuable firsthand recommendations from Georgina Cruz, a freelance writer who has concluded over 213 cruises to all seven continents including four World Cruises. Her experience has helped many of our travelers choose unforgettable vacations around the world. … [Read more...]
Rocky Mountaineer Train Review
Note from the editor: This post has been updated by Cruise Specialists staff to keep keep facts and updates about Rocky Mountaineer current since the original time of this train review. I recently had the pleasure of travelling with fellow travel advisors aboard Rocky … [Read more...]
Top Trends and Tips for Picking the Right Shore Excursions
Dedicated Cruise Specialists experts advise that consumers’ experiences in port can make or break their vacation. “One of the single-most important factors consumers consider when booking a cruise is where the itinerary will take them and what they can experience ashore,” said … [Read more...]
Alaska Cruise Tours: What Are They, and Why Should I Take One?
Springtime heralds the return of cruises to Alaska. Each year, dozens of ships ply the waters of Southeast Alaska and the Canadian province of British Columbia en-route from Vancouver or Seattle to the “Last Frontier.” While cruises to Alaska are familiar to … [Read more...]