One of our Cruise Specialists’ travel consultants recently had the pleasure of taking her fifteen-year-old daughter on a Tauck Bridges tour. Here is her account of her trip … [Read more...]
What’s Cooking At Silversea? Slow Food: Land Options For A New ‘Slow Food Adventure In Tuscany’
[youtube]//youtu.be/Q3YZfknun5Y[/youtube] In collaboration with Slow Food Italy, Silversea Cruises has designed an exclusive three-night program that will highlight the culinary and cultural traditions of Tuscany and introduce participants to local wine producers and … [Read more...]
Summing Up Silver Explorer: On Zodiacs, Adventures Ashore & Opportunities For You To Experience An Expedition, Silversea Style
There will be more to come about my cruise on Silver Explorer, which ended Friday morning in Panama. For now, however, I am posting this brief "Summing Up" to answer questions that readers asked during my voyage and to give you a few of my impressions. First, my … [Read more...]
In My Viewfinder: A Weekend In Venice, Italy
We spent a couple of days in Venice, Italy, filming for the new Avid Cruiser travel show. Venice ranks right up there with Barcelona with regard to the number of ships and cruise passengers it handles. This city of 118 islands, 150 canals and 450 bridges surely woos cruise … [Read more...]
Shore Excursions From Le Havre, In Photos
I spent last week in and around Le Havre, France, and I must say I was impressed with the variety of shore excursions offered in this region in Normandy. During four exceptionally full days, we visited: The D-Day Landing Beaches, including Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, the … [Read more...]