Cruising with Teens; Here’s the Scoop
Little kids may appear to have the advantage on cruising with dedicated children’s programs, but tween and teens also have spectacular programs that are geared for their ages. You won’t have to worry about them being bored while they are hanging out with their new friends. With these six
11 Reasons To Set Sail On Crystal Symphony
An icon of the ultra-luxury category in cruising, the Crystal Symphony is a 51,044-ton vessel with 848 berths, reduced from 922 during a redesign in 2017. The re-imagining resulted in more space per passenger: a 64.7 space ratio (the enclosed space per passenger measured in cubic feet) which is one
Best Cruise Foods for an Energy Boost
Food. It fuels our bodies to perform daily activities. Since cruise vacations are fun-packed with activities, both onboard and in destinations, you may need an energy boost to keep up from time to time. Whether you’re looking for a quick pick-me-up or sustained energy for your vacation’s daily h
5 Spots in the Florida Keys You Can’t Miss
The Florida Keys are a diverse group of islands. Each town is home to unique experiences and adventures. A drive down on the Florida Keys Overseas Highway is the perfect way to explore the region. We’ll take you on a tour of the can’t-miss spots in the Florida Keys. Snorkel at Key Largo
5 Tips for Cruising out of Baltimore with Children
Cruising with your children can be a fun time of making memories, or it can be a nightmare. The difference is some careful planning and knowing how to make your vacation extra-special. One of the unique benefits of cruising is that moms, dad, children, aunts, uncles, cousins, and even grandparents c
TRAVEL TIPS: Choose a Historical Detour and Meet Jamaica’s ‘White Witch’
While on a Caribbean cruise, you’re likely to see an endless number of beaches. But what if you find yourself getting tired of being a beach bum? While Jamaica is known for its beautiful beaches and scenic landscape, it is also packed with history. Jamaica was once a British colony, and slaves wor
The Ultimate Self-Guided Tour: Boston
Fall is here – the weather is just right, pumpkin spice is in the air, and people are planning their holiday travels. While making a list of must visit places for Fall foliage, Boston should be on the top. Worth a visit any time of the year (except, maybe, winter), Boston is very easy to […
10 Tips to Keep Your Weight in Check While on Vacation
Many people come back from a cruise vacation packing a couple of extra pounds. Those mouthwatering, all-you-can-eat buffets are often the culprit. However, cruising provides many opportunities to help maintain your weight goals! Yes, overindulging can quickly derail you from your goal. However, you
4 New Ultra-Luxury Ships Ordered by MSC Cruises
The ultra-luxury cruise market has a new player thanks to a renewed partnership between MSC Cruises and famed Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri. The duo announced the signing of a memorandum of agreement for a slew of new high-end cruise ships with a cost totaling well over two billion dollars. Four N
Can Traveling Improve Your Health?
AARP, the most trusted name in retirement, released the results of a new survey they conducted which found that those who travel reported better emotional and physical health and improved relationships and productivity at work. Additionally, overall well-being is one of the biggest advantages of tra
Cruise Etiquette: First Impressions Matter
Cruising can’t be a more rewarding way to escape the raw winter weather. Everyone has gone on a cruise at some time. Whether cruising from the New York area, Galveston, TX, or Florida, it is the most momentous traveling experience anyone could have. While cruising, so many great opportunities awai
$2 Billion in Fleet Enhancements for Carnival
You know them by their slogan as the World’s Most Popular Cruise Line, but after a proposed $2 billion in fleet enhancements they’ll be known as one of the most contemporary cruise lines. Carnival Cruise Line announced that as part of their fleet enhancement, Carnival Victory will enter dry dock
The Ghosts of Bermuda
The Bermuda Triangle is a much-loved theme of science fiction tales and TV specials about unexplained phenomena. Planes that disappear off the radar never to be seen again, ships that blink out of existence and then reappear without their crew, lost submarines, and every sort of ghost ship have all
Apple Co-Founder Headlines Seabourn Conversations Program
Luxury cruising is more than just the ports you visit and the meals you enjoy, it’s a coupling of a all the little things a cruise line does well. For Seabourn, luxury cruising means providing quality enrichment programs so guests expand their minds along with their horizons. The cruise line recen
Maker of Moments
Belindah Sibanda started life in politically tumultuous Zimbabwe and now caters to well-heeled cruisers as guest services manager on the new, 600-passenger ultra-luxury ship Seabourn Ovation. “I am the go-to person to make guests happy,” she says. Sibanda has an officer’s uniform with three st
8 Must-Sees During Pre-Cruise Stay In Boston
The three times my husband Humberto and I sailed on New England/Canada cruises out of Boston. Most times we opted for pre-cruise and/or post-cruise stays in this historic city. There is so much to see and do in Bean Town – everything from historical points of interest to family-friendly attraction
Seeing Japan
The Diamond Princess Japan Spring Flowers cruise departed Yokohama and visited the Japanese ports of Sakaiminato, Kanazawa, Hakodate, Aomori and Tokyo. We enjoyed the sakura, the famous cherry blossom trees of Japan, as well as taking in the incredible Japanese history, culture, food and kindness. W
Rum and Coke Reinvented
Sidle up to Alchemy Bar on board Carnival Cruise Line ships and feel the power of Bacardi’s cocktail therapy. You don’t order drinks, you order cures and the skilled mixologists have the unique solution for whatever ails you. With drinks called potions, antidotes and elixirs, you’re sure t
3 Ways to Spend the Day in Gangneung, Korea
Gangneung, the site of several indoor 2018 Winter Olympics events, is an idyllic city on the Eastern coast of South Korea filled with picturesque beaches, vibrant parks, and or course, traditional Korean cuisine. Many were introduced to the region during the 2018 games and for those planning a trip
5 Ways to Stay Safe When You’re Traveling Solo
Traveling solo, whether for work or a vacation getaway, can be stressful. There’s much to remember and to do. From planning, packing, traveling, and enjoying the trip. No matter how well you thought out your trip, you must take precautions against risks and dangers like harassment and theft. As a