Hurricane Michael Threatens Gulf Coast
Another week, another hurricane bearing down on Florida and the Gulf of Mexico. This storm, named Michael by the National Hurricane Center, is moving its way north through the Caribbean Sea and into the Gulf of Mexico where projected landfall includes Western Florida, Mississippi and Alabama. The 7t
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
Silversea Cruises Orders 3 New Evolution Class Ships
Silversea Cruises, a top name in luxury cruising, has three news ships on the way in coordination with their new parent company, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. The three new ships will be of the new “Evolution Class” variety with a focus on smaller ship adventure cruising to locations like the Gal
Set Sail with this Grammy Award Winner
For those living on a prayer until their next cruise, do we have some great news for you. Cruising giant Norwegian Cruise Line announced it will host Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee and Grammy Award-winner Jon Bon Jovi’s Runaway To Paradise cruise vacations in partnership with Runaway Tours, c
Cruise Deal of the Week – October 5, 2018
Celebrity Cruise Lines is moving, so now is the best time to save on a cruise for you and the family! Well, the website is moving anyway, and because the site will be offline while they change hosts, the cruise line is offering one heck of a deal in the days and hours before the […]
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
Fall Foliage Off to a Slow Start
One of the best parts of fall is touring northern states like Maine, Vermont, and New York while the leaves make their autumnal change from rich green to brilliant yellows, oranges and reds. Those planning a trip to do some leaf peeping should be excited for the season, but fall foliage expert Jim S
2 Days in Bogota
Two days is not enough to truly experience the incredible capital city of Colombia but for most people traveling to the country, Bogota is just the starting point. This two-day condensed itinerary will give you a quick feel of the city that has so much to offer. From the food to the culture, Colombi
October Means It’s Time to #ChooseCruise
The air is crisp, the leaves pop with color and the aroma of pumpkin spice wafts just about everywhere you go. There’s plenty of reasons to love October, but it’s also the kickoff for the Cruise Lines International Association’s #ChooseCruise campaign. A leading voice in the cruise industry, t
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
A Royal Return
On September 20, 2017, while sailing en route to Gibraltar, the Cunard cruise ship Queen Elizabeth hosted a significant anniversary celebration. That warm September day was exactly 50 years since Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II gave her name to Cunard’s longest serving flagship, Queen Elizabeth 2.
China’s River Run
Given that travel to China involves more than the short hop and skip to domestic cruise ports in the U.S., it makes sense to plan a detailed itinerary. A majority of the spectacular destinations within the country can be conveniently accessed by train or plane, but one can add a new dimension to a C
Cruise Deal of the Week – September 28, 2018
Hurtigruten, a top name in adventure cruising to faraway locations, has announced their latest offer of free flights on select expeditions to Antarctica has been extended but only for a short time. You have to act fast because until September 30, 2018, you can book one of three itineraries, on one o
Disney To Call New Orleans Home
New Orleans has always been a popular vacation destination, but The Big Easy has even more to offer thanks to Disney Cruise Lines. The cruising giant announced that in early 2020, Disney Wonder will make New Orleans it’s home port for cruises all over the Caribbean. Disney Cruise Line also announc
Do You Love Classic Movies? This Cruise is For You!
Who doesn’t love classic movies like Gone With the Wind, Casablanca or Singin’ in the Rain? As part of their 25th anniversary celebrations, Turner Classic Movies is setting sail once again on a themed cruise for classic movie lovers of all ages. The 5-night cruise on board Disney Magic will fe
Week-Long Vacation? More Americans Saying No Thanks
When is the last time you packed your bags and hit the road for a week long vacation? If you’re an American, there’s a 51% chance you didn’t this year. The 10th annual Vacation Confidence Index, a survey conducted by Allianz Global Assistance, found that around half of Americans haven’t
Is This the Best Travel Content on TV?
Where will the world’s largest leisure travel company take you next? How about Tanzania? Cambodia? Mumbai? There’s no shortage of incredible places to explore thanks to new episodes of Carnival Corporation’s Ocean Original TV programs “The Voyage with Josh Garcia,“ &
4 People You Meet When Traveling Alone
Solo travel is always a grand adventure due in large part to the people you will meet along the way. I have found there are a few personalities that stand out and make a repeat appearance no matter where my adventures take me. Whether you’re traveling alone or with friends, here are some peopl
You’ll Never Guess Carnival Vista’s New Home Port
One of the world’s largest cruise ships is now calling Galveston, TX home. Carnival Vista, which arrived in port on Sunday, was greeted by Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy and ship Godmother Deshauna Barber. Galveston, which has long been a cruise ship port serving itineraries in the
