This past June, I had the opportunity to sail roundtrip Papeete on a 7-day voyage around the Tahitian Islands, aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin. Stateroom: Embarkation went very smoothly, the staff escorted everyone into the Grand Lounge and check-in went very quickly. Before we … [Read more...]
A Day in the Grand Voyage Life: Panama Canal Transit
Our Voyage Ambassadors, Kevin LaGraff and Susan Atkins are currently circling South America on a 72-night journey aboard the luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas. Their cruise began just two and a half weeks ago and they have already had so many incredible adventures. This week … [Read more...]
Azamara Quest In The Mediterranean
We recently sailed from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Athens on the Azamara Quest (30,000 tons with 694 guests and 407 crewmembers) in a Club Continent Suite. We enjoyed the service provided by our excellent Butler and Stateroom Attendant. I was asked what the butler does for you … [Read more...]
Out Of Africa: Silver Cloud Finishes Two Days In Morocco; Next Stop, Canary Islands
Today just so happens to be my birthday. To celebrate, I ordered room service and spent a relaxing morning sailing along the African coast. Sipping a cup of coffee from my balcony, I gazed out at fishing boats against the the backdrop of the Atlas Mountains, undulating along the … [Read more...]
Adriatic Cruise From Aboard Compagnie du Ponant L’Austral
Venice, Italy – Before my voyage began I stayed for three nights at the Hotel Flora. Venice equals romantic – quaint – canals - gondoliers – carnival – palaces – glass – art – fashion - people! Venice is as wonderful today as it was 20 years ago, but it takes a little more … [Read more...]