Cruise days in port often come with a familiar challenge. You only have a limited amount of time at the destination, so it is important to choose an excursion that is easy to get to and allows you to actually enjoy the day without rushing. For my husband’s 30th birthday, we found the …

With Bangkok being the food paradise that it is, I had fully intended to eat my way through its streets. From humble food stalls to Michelin-starred dining, the choices are both endless and delightfully overwhelming — presenting a delicious dilemma: Where to begin? Past experience, however, guided me back to the experts at …

My friends looked completely bewildered when I told them we were flying from Miami to Lisbon just to cruise back home. “Why go to all that trouble?” they asked. To me, the answer was effortless: How could I possibly turn down 14 days aboard Azamara Onward? It was a chance to unwind, savor …

Italy is back at ILTM Cannes 2025 and it’s making noise. The acclaimed “Be Unique” pop-up is returning to the Croisette this December, once again turning Italy’s signature luxury style into a sensory experience no delegate can ignore. Running Monday, December 1 through Thursday, December 4 at 2 Boulevard de la Croisette, the …

Few European ports offer a more rewarding introduction than Lisbon. Before boarding Azamara Onward for a 14-day trans-Atlantic crossing, the city revealed itself in full autumn charm. We were welcomed by a cool November day, golden-hued hills, the tiled facades of buildings, and the silhouettes of ancient fortifications. I’d stayed downtown on previous …

Having lived 40 years in South Florida, surrounded by some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, I considered myself a connoisseur of coastal living. Imagine my surprise when I discovered that just 50 miles offshore, there was a little sliver of paradise in the Bahamas called Resorts World Bimini that made …

I’m strolling down Ninth Avenue in New York City, on my way to meet a Brilliant Lady.  I refer, of course, to Virgin Voyages’ Brilliant Lady, the newest in the line’s four-ship fleet, which arrived in New York last week for its “MerMaiden” voyage to Bermuda. The 17-deck ship was welcomed to the …

The locals will tell you Portugal is nine months of heaven and three months of hell. But aboard Riviera Rose, gliding through the Douro Valley, I can only think: If this is hell, then pass the sunscreen and top up my vinho verde. With July temperatures hovering around 86 degrees F, the warm …

Normally when I’m in Mexico City, I check into one of the big hotels. But this time, I switched it up and stayed at a boutique property in Polanco—and it was a game-changer. The attention to detail, the incredible service, and the location right in the heart of this walkable neighborhood—surrounded by some …

Onboard Royal Caribbean’s new Star of the Seas, guests can explore over 20 bars and lounges, offering a wide range of cocktails and mocktails in vibrant settings. Some are along the Royal Promenade, while others are poolside or located within high-energy music, comedy, and dance clubs. I spoke with Ed Eiswirth, Senior Director …