There is a distinct charm to exploring the world’s waterways, and river cruising has emerged as a tranquil and immersive way to experience new destinations. Among the various cruise lines available, Viking stands out for its commitment to excellence and offerings that make it a preferred choice for travelers. From airfare opportunities to unique itineraries […]
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Traveling to Greece? Athens and Santorini of course, but spend a few days in Crete for some “off-the-beaten-path” experiences. Crete is the largest of the Greek Isles, and it offers many attractions for visitors of all ages and interests. If you’re into history you’ll have plenty of sites to explore. Knossos Palace is near Heraklion […]
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Do you have a hobby that’s really important to you? Are you a passionate golfer, bird-watcher, photographer, wine enthusiast, cook or art collector? There are cruises and tours worldwide that bring people with special interests together to pursue their favorite activities. How much fun it would be to be surrounded by new friends that share […]
It may surprise you to know that 42% of Americans travel alone, and a whopping 72% of American women have taken a solo vacation. Cruise lines and tour operators are taking notice of these statistics and have increased their travel options for solo travelers by over 200%. Solo travel for adventure travelers, geared to people […]
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Solo Travel
Spring break isn’t exclusive to families with kids on vacation from school – everybody needs to regroup and refresh after a long winter, seniors included! Unless they’re taking a multi-generational Disney or cruise trip (both of which are great ideas for seniors who enjoy being around their grandchildren), seniors will probably prefer to stay away […]
Not everyone is a beach lover, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have other spring break choices. A trip to Europe is a good idea at this time of year as popular attractions will be much less crowded than they are in the summer, and the weather will be less oppressive. This kind of vacation […]
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Spring Break Travel
I had the pleasure of visiting Italy this summer and it was in a word, Bellissimo! Our family spent two whirlwind nights in Rome and managed to fit in a tour of the Colosseum, a pasta making class, the Trevi Fountain, lots of delicious food and of course, gelato. We also did an early morning […]
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Christmas Market Beverages
Glühwein, translated to “mulled wine”, is a delicious hot alcoholic drink made from red or white wine as the base and spiced with seasonings. I heard a lot of people describe as “hot sangria”, and if you’ve ever had Spanish sangria, you would agree. It was the perfect drink that kept you warm while walking […]
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Christmas River Cruising
I recently had the opportunity to sail aboard the Emerald Dawn Star Ship through the Rhine and Main River with the itinerary being centered on Europe’s Christmas Markets. As a fellow Christmas fanatic, I was super excited to visit these European cities and get a front seat look into how each one prepares for and […]
After my month-long visit to Venice, Italy, I have reaffirmed my love for this beautiful country! Italy was always a dream of mine as a little girl, and it’s safe to say, it did NOT disappoint. Italy absolutely lives up to its name and I’m sure anyone who visits this country, will know exactly what […]
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Festive Season in the Heart of Germany
The European Christmas Markets exceeded my expectations and there is no better way to see them then on a river cruise. I sailed on Tanquility II with Avalon Waterways. The Festive Season in the Heart of Germany was a 6-day cruise sailing from Nuremberg to Frankfurt. In Nuremberg there is plenty of guided sightseeing to […]