When one hears the phrase “sea legs,” it typically means the ability to adjust one’s sense of balance to the motion of a ship. Those “sea legs” are great to have, of course, but equally good in my book are the “legs” (also called segments) of extended sailings such as world … [Read more...]
A Luxe Look at Expedition Cruises
Just a few years ago, you weren’t likely to hear “expedition cruises” and “luxury” used in the same sentence. Explorers setting off for, say, Greenland, the Northwest Passage or Antarctica would likely be tucking into cramped quarters on a decommissioned research ship. Fast … [Read more...]
Crystal Cruises to Launch New Expedition Yacht in 2020
Crystal Cruises knows how to do small-ship expeditions right. Since 2015, the Crystal Esprit luxury yacht has been escorting privileged guests to the Mediterranean’s most beguiling coves and the Caribbean’s most peaceful harbors. In 2020, the celebrated cruise line will expand … [Read more...]
Silversea, Crystal Now Booking 2015 Luxury World Cruises — With Perks For Those Who Go ‘All The Way’
One of my all-time favorite lines about world cruises comes from none other than Geoff Edwards. Wikipedia describes Geoff as an American television actor, game show host and radio personality. I describe him as one of the funniest people I've ever known. In his book, Going All … [Read more...]
Avid Cruiser & Son Cruising Crystal Serenity, Fit For A Teen?
On Saturday and Sunday, I travel with my 15-year-old, 6'5" son from Asheville, North Carolina, to Istanbul, Turkey. There, in that beautiful city on the Bosporus, we board the Crystal Serenity for a 12-day cruise that will disembark us in Monte Carlo. My big question: Is the … [Read more...]