The Return Of Nile River Cruising
The Nile, referred to as the Father of African Rivers, has always been an essential conduit of life for Egypt, both in agricultural and tourism activity. Cruises along the Nile had been a quintessential component of bucket list adventure until, without warning, the Arab Spring uprising of 2011 dea
Bora Bora: Your Dream Vacation
This article is the 3rd of a three part series by Porthole Cruise Magazine contributor Georgina Cruz chronicling her voyage aboard a Holland America Line world cruise. The three parts focus on a unique island in French Polynesia: Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora. Today, Georgina takes us on a tour of B
Cruising Raises The Zombies’ Legacy
Monday Mantra Sailing into the Hall of Fame … Sailing into the Hall of Fame … Sailing into the Hall of Fame … Next month — March 29, to be precise — all eyes will be on Brooklyn, New York’s Barclay Center and the 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. The Hall’s [&hellip
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 8th, 2019
Everyone likes a bonus. Whether it’s at work or when you book yourself an awesome cruise, getting more is always a good thing. If you’re all about bonuses, then the Bonus Saving Days from Silversea Cruises is something you’re going want to check out! Bonus Saving Days Silversea is
Railway to the Rockies: The Most Romantic Way to Travel
Traveling somewhere new offers a unique way to discover something unexpected about yourself and the person you love — no matter how long you’ve been together. If you’re daydreaming into the future, rethinking your vacation plans, or celebrating a special occasion or a milestone anniversary, sp
5 Reasons to Vacation in Auckland, New Zealand
Also called “the City of Sails,” a sprawling metropolis between two harbors (Waitemata and Manukau Harbors), Auckland is located in New Zealand’s North Island. It is a friendly, cosmopolitan city of 1.45 million inhabitants – it has attracted a large concentration of Polynesians from South P
The Best Street Eats in Kolkata
The gritty metropolis of Kolkata, India, displays a raucous, kinetic image framed by the Ganges River, a navigational artery directly connected to the country’s heart and soul. To plot your course through a city like this is a daunting task and to experience the food scene, an even more challeng
One Day in Berlin
Berlin is a large city, so it is impossible to see everything in one day. In order to get the most information about Berlin’s important landmarks, taking a guided tour is a must. The guides are locals most of the time, and they can tell you a variety of historical and fun facts about the [&hel
New Ocean Ship Caters to Solo Cruisers
Fans of Vantage Deluxe World Travel and their award-winning river cruise itineraries have something to smile about today. Vantage Cruise Line is advancing past cruising the world’s most famous rivers with the announcement of a new ocean ship set for launch in 2021. Ocean Explorer will be a small-s
Grape Destinations: Why Blend Wine?
On a very special edition of Grape Destinations, we learn the ins and outs of wine blending from an industry professional. It really is an art. Using years of experience through analysis and countless tasting trials we work to perfect the best end result, which is a real tasty wine! Typic
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 15, 2019
The week we spring forward’ is a tough one. Not only do we lose an hour of sleep, but we all have to readjust our internal clocks sunrise coming a little later. In order to help make your week just a little bit better, our cruise deal this week from Norwegian Cruise Line is one […]
River Cruising in Kerala: India’s Southern Charm
India. It wasn’t a place that I had my heart set on visiting and like many Americans, I knew very little about the country. I was acutely aware of the Taj Mahal and I had seen Bollywood movies and certainly loved curry, but beyond those symbolistic icons I’d have to claim ignorance. But th
Great Cruise Ports for Scuba Diving and Swimming
If you are planning a cruise and are looking for fun off-boat adventure in the beautiful waters of your cruise ports and destinations, these are some of the best places for a day spent diving, snorkeling or scuba diving. These destinations include ports that are great for beginners and professionals
New River Cruise Bike Tours Starting in Asia
River cruising through Asian countries like Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand is an adventure most have never experienced. Grasshopper Adventures is launching three unique bike tours and cruise adventures for 2019 and 2020 on the Mekong in Cambodia/Vietnam, the Brahmaputra in India and the River Kwai i
Join Piper’s Angels on a Journey from the Bahamas to Florida
Midnight on a beach in Bimini. A light balmy breeze rustles the palms beside the calm, gin-clear sea. A mere 80 miles westward, Florida’s sandy shoreline beckons. Start paddling – you won’t be alone. 100 paddlers made the Crossing For A Cure™ last June, and over 160 have registered th
Pre-/Post-Cruise: 48 Hours in Anchorage
I never realized how truly unique my home city was until I began to travel. Growing up, it was normal to reroute my way to school due to a moose along the path or to ski to the supermarket because our car couldn’t make it out of our snow-filled driveway. Anchoragites have a close relationship [&he
5 Travel Tips for your Bali Getaway
There’s no denying that Bali is one of the most beautiful places on the planet. It has a little something for everybody — bustling cities, exotic wildlife, ancient temples, beach resorts, jungles, mountains, and art exhibits — just to name a few. All of these factors have helped make Bali one
What Makes an Emerald so Special?
Emeralds hold a unique distinction in the world of gemstones as they are one of the four traditionally considered to be precious. Along with diamonds, rubies and sapphires, the emerald has a long history as a sought after gem thanks to its unique green color and relative rarity. Emeralds belong to t
Cruise Deal of the Week – March 22, 2019
Have you ever heard the expression “the early bird gets the worm”? The same logic applies to the latest cruise deal of the week from Holland America Line! Book your 2020-2021 cruise now and receive one of their best offers yet, with a total value of $1200. Early Booking Bonus The deal i
11 Sights To See in Sydney, Australia
Sydney, Australia, starting and ending point of many cruises and a popular port of call on world cruises and other extended voyages, always makes the lists of the world’s most scenic harbors – along with the likes of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and Hong Kong, China. Without a doubt, one of the planet
