Category Archives: Alaska

Honeymoons for Adventure Seekers

Diving and Snorkeling in the Virgin Islands Couples who enjoy scuba diving and snorkeling expeditions will love a honeymoon in the Virgin Islands.  Consider honeymoon packages which include airfare and dive and snorkeling excursions.  Some also offer all-inclusive options, special couples dive experiences and luxury packages that include spa services.  Here’s a list of a […]

Four Seasons Travel to Alaska

Plan Your First Alaska Trip: For first-time travelers, a seven-day Alaskan cruise is a top choice. Cruises cover major attractions and provide onboard wildlife and environmental experts to enhance your experience. Despite Alaska’s unpredictable summer weather, you’ll enjoy comfort, great food, and relaxation, making it an excellent way to explore the state’s diverse offerings. Deep […]

The Story Behind Jo Ann’s Alaska Picks

About 20 years ago, I began promoting travel to Alaska. Each year I would select a specific date and itinerary that I thought was the best; block group space with the cruise line and offer it to travelers inquiring about Alaska. By doing this, I knew I could provide discounted pricing. In the past I […]

Experience Alaska in Luxury with Oceania Cruises

If exploring the rugged wilderness of Alaska appeals to you, but a rugged cruise experience does not, then how about cruising without giving up any creature comforts in the process?  The Regatta, Oceania Cruises’ newly redesigned “ small ship” is the epitome of comfort, elegance and luxury.   You’ll be witness to all of Alaska’s wonders, […]

Why Cruise Alaska with Hurtigruten Expeditions?

Alaska is in many ways “The Last Frontier” in the US.  Its vast, uninhabited forestlands, wild rivers, and immense glacier fields are the epitome of nature’s grandeur.  Hurtigruten Expeditions allow you to experience these wonders in the most eco-friendly way possible.  Their “small ships” with a passenger capacity of approximately 500 guests, utilize hybrid technology […]

First Time Cruise to Alaska

I just returned from a beautiful cruise to Alaska with Holland America.  This was actually my very first ocean cruise!  I have worked with many clients to send them on cruises but I have never gone myself.  As a first time cruiser, I think that Alaska was the ideal cruise itinerary! We started out the cruise flying into […]

Traveling Solo Brings Wonders of the World

It’s going to be a banner year for travel, according to a new survey of American consumers. That upswing includes people who will be traveling on their own. Travel Leaders Group polled more than 3,500 people, and 96 percent indicated that they intend to take a trip for vacation in 2019, with 76 percent planning […]

Carrie’s Adventures in Alaska

In early September I was able to visit the beautiful state of Alaska. Here’s a highlight of some of the activities that I did: Rode the Alaskan Railroad from Anchorage to the gate of Denali National Park Sea Kayaking in Prince William Sound which I must say is breathtakingly beautiful the glaciers are enormous. You […]

Short List – Refined Travel Experiences

From capturing the sounds of Alaskan wildlife using specialized microphones to being cosseted by your personal butler on an expedition cruise in Bali, luxury travel has reached a whole new level of sophistication. Cruise lines are taking their all-inclusive mantras on shore and suite living to another dimension, while small-group journeys lead you beyond the […]