One of the most popular car trips for summer travelers is the journey through the Canadian Rockies. The majestic mountain peaks, peaceful valleys split by rushing rocky rivers, and abundant wildlife along the way are magnetic draws for tourists all over the world. There are wonderful places to hike — Johnston Canyon just outside of […]
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A cruise vacation is meant to be relaxing, but some of us can sit still and watch the scenery go by for only so long. Then we want to be out exploring the various ports of call and doing things that we can’t do at home. Active and Discovery Cruises are offered by Avalon Waterways […]
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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, […]
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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 […]
Visiting the vast Amazonian rainforest is an experience you won’t soon forget. The amazing number of species of birds, fish and reptiles, and other animals that inhabit the jungle is mind-boggling. You are most likely aware of the fragility of this paradise and have an interest in preserving it for future generations. Please consider one […]
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Make a Stop at the Wieliczka Salt Mine
If you’re visiting the Krakow Christmas Market in Poland, you may want to take a break from the holiday festivities to visit one of the first Unesco World Heritage Sites in Europe – the Wieliczka Salt Mine. This fascinating mine has been in operation for over 700 years, and is popular with visitors not only for it’s […]
If you plan to travel to Ireland and have limited time for the visit, you’ll probably only have the chance to visit one of Ireland’s two most popular cities – Dublin and Belfast. So which to choose? Dublin has much to recommend itself – it’s the home of the iconic Guiness Storehouse for starters! It’s […]
If you’re a history buff and medieval architecture and artifacts interest you, you’ll want to visit Tuscany, which contains 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites. These sites range from the entire city of Florence, home to the famous Uffizi museum, to the landscape of the Val d’Orcia with its iconic Tuscan rolling hills and evidence of […]
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Island Hopping in the Bahamas
Join Captain Neilly on his sleek watercraft for excursions around Harbor Island and Eleuthera in the Bahamas. He does it all – reef fishing, deep sea fishing, snorkeling and diving excursions. Or you can island hop for some of the most beautiful scenery and best shell collecting imaginable.
You’re going to love Martina, a professional tour hostess who likes to introduce travelers to her city (Florence) by sharing the food and drink that makes this Tuscan city special. A world-wide traveler, Martina knows what’s important to tourists who are interested in learning about a region, and she brings Tuscan culture to life by […]
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Experience Luxury Remote Expeditions with Seabourn
If visiting remote, unpopulated parts of the world that few will ever see appeals to you, then you need to look into Seabourn Expedition cruises. You will have access to kayaks, zodiacs, and 6 person submarines to really delve deep into the environments you encounter, whether the polar regions of the Arctic or Antarctic or […]
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Explore Britain’s Great Homes, Gardens and Gin
Extend your European Viking River Cruise with a luxurious 4-day stay in Oxford, England. You’ll have a private escorted tour of five lovely castle homes and gardens – some familiar from popular PBS series. The tour also includes a visit to the Bombay Sapphire distillery, and stunning scenery of the English countryside as you travel […]
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Australia & New Zealand with Collette Vacations
A visit “Down Under” with Collette Vacations checks all the boxes. Balloon trip over the outback? Snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef? Cruise to the Sydney Opera House? Skyrail over the rainforest near Cairns? Viewing wildlife and majestic waterfalls in the MIlford Sound? Visit to a New Zealand working farm? Colette does it all and more […]
Bavaria is famous for its Octoberfest celebrations each fall. Even with Covid restrictions it’s still possible to enjoy Bavarian music and dancing, carnival atmosphere and best of all – BEER and other Bavarian delicacies in this fun loving country. Festivals like this are a favorite part of the AMAWaterways itinerary.
This two day train ride from Vancouver to Jasper aboard the Rocky Mountaineer is a journey that can only be described as mind blowing. Travel through the Canadian Rockies in luxury, passing rushing rapids, cascading waterfalls, bears, bighorn sheep, and grizzlies, culminating in views of the tallest mountain in the range. The vastness of this […]