Cruising Greece’s Cyclades
Sail southeast on the Aegean from mainland Greece and you won’t go far before discovering one of the world’s most famous and beautiful island chains. The Cyclades consist of over 200 islands in a circular pattern surrounding one of the most famous islands in the chain, Delos. Visitors come from
5 Musts in Bar Harbor, Maine
Bar Harbor, Maine, on lovely Mount Desert Island, a pretty-as-a-picture quintessential New England harbor town, is one of the most popular ports on New England/Canada itineraries – it’s certainly a big favorite with me. There is much to enjoy during a call here – from natural beauty to hist
Advantages of Flying Into Port Miami a Day Early
Miami is one of the world’s most popular cruise ports, but did you know the city has a lot more to offer those who fly in for their cruise vacation a day or two early? From the unique Latin culture to the spectacular beaches and attractions the whole family will enjoy, Miami is a great […]
When Kings Were Gods; Cruising the Ancient Nile
Few rivers on Earth mean as much to a nation as the Nile does to the people of Egypt. Historically important, culturally essential, and necessary for survival, the Nile provides more than just water to one of the world’s oldest civilizations. It offers a glimpse into the tumultuous, yet resilient
Porto Highlights
Porthole’s 5 Faves It’s hard to believe I almost missed visiting Porto the first time. During a recent Windstar cruise, I sailed from Dublin to Lisbon on Wind Surf. Porto was one of the last stops on our itinerary. We were only scheduled to be in this port for six hours. I considered not eve
