Ellen Odd

2026 River Cruise Expo I Sell Viking

I stayed onboard the Viking Ve - the service was excellent!... Read more from my 2026 River Cruise Expo I Sell Viking story.

Cruising with Cunard: Classic Style, Your Way

When you picture a Cunard voyage, it’s easy to imagine white-gloved service, grand staircases, and elegant evenings filled with live orchestras. And yes, that timeless British sophistication is still very much a part of the experience. But what surprises many guests—especially first-time Cunard cruisers—is how relaxed and easygoing life onboard can... Read more from my Cruising with Cunard: Classic Style, Your Way story.

Melodies of the Danube with AmaWaterways

Sailing the Danube River aboard AmaStella was a dream come true — fairytale villages, baroque abbeys, Christmas markets, and unforgettable art and architecture. I was inspired by my AmaWaterways river cruise aboard the elegant AmaStella, and it was an unforgettable journey. In Budapest, I joined a special architecture tour highlighting the Hungarian Secessionist style, Hungary’s unique take... Read more from my Melodies of the Danube with AmaWaterways story.

The Joy of Solo Cruising

For many years, cruising was thought of as something you did as a couple or with a group. That’s because most cruise fares are traditionally priced on the basis of two people sharing a cabin. If you were traveling alone, you often had to pay a “single supplement,” which made the... Read more from my The Joy of Solo Cruising story.