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Summing Up Silver Explorer: On Zodiacs, Adventures Ashore & Opportunities For You To Experience An Expedition, Silversea Style

Ralph Grizzle

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...]

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Adriatic Cruise From Aboard Compagnie du Ponant L’Austral

Chris Calderon

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...]

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In My Viewfinder: A Weekend In Venice, Italy

Ralph Grizzle

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...]

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Shore Excursions From Le Havre, In Photos

Ralph Grizzle

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...]

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Azamara Club Cruises Review

Alysia Murillo

Last month I had the wonderful opportunity of sailing aboard Azamara Club Cruises for 11 days to Mexico’s Sea of Cortez. I boarded the 694 guest Azamara Journey in San Diego with great anticipation. I have to say that in almost every way Azamara exceeded my expectations. … [Read more...]

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