Cruising the Alaskan coastline is a wilderness experience you’ll never forget. Cruising past magnificent glaciers and majestic fjords, sighting shore birds, seals and maybe even a whale or bear is all so awe-inspiring and so different from other cruise experiences. Shore excursions like hiking the Mendenhall Glacier, experiencing native Tlingit culture in Ketchikan, and “flightseeing” […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
If you’re craving a vacation somewhere new and exciting but also want to stay close to home, this is the perfect time to discover a part of America that you haven’t explored before. From breathtaking national parks to vibrant big cities and historic small towns, there’s a surplus of sights to see and many ways […]
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 […]