5 Overlooked Cruise Destinations
Cruises to places like the Bahamas and the Caribbean are a dime a dozen. To get the most for your money, consider a cruise destination that isn’t the typical choice of the masses. There are a few you may never have thought of, that you owe it to yourself to check out. Here are five […]
Cruise Deal of the Week – February 15, 2019
Love is in the air, so why not book a cruise with a line whose name literally means love! Ama (or amor) means love in Spanish and AmaWaterways is offering one of their best deals yet in honor of Valentine’s Day! Actually, it’s really THREE offers all rolled into one awesome cruise deal.
Bonjour Luciole, the Bistro Barge!
Driving through the rolling fields of the French countryside, I was already getting hungry. We were headed south of Paris in the direction of Auxerre, where, beneath the city’s ancient gothic cathedral, hovered Luciole — the barge patiently awaiting our small group’s arrival for what was slate
Cruise Deal of the Week – November 9, 2018
Those looking for a great cruise vacation can treat themselves to a room with a view for a lot less than usual thanks to the Double Upgrade Deal from Azamara Club Cruises. There are more than enough places to explore around the world. From Alaska’s icy shores, to Africa’s exotic landscapes, to S
Cruise Deal of the Week – November 2, 2018
It’s time to put away the bubbling cauldrons and spooky skeletons because the Holiday season is officially upon us. One of the best ways to get the spirit of giving is to book a Christmas market European river cruise from the professional cruisers at AmaWaterways. Their latest cruise deal is a
Cruise Deal of the Week – October 19, 2018
You know if it’s coming from Emerald Waterways, it’s a suite deal! The famous river cruise experts have a deal running through Halloween if you’re looking to save big on European river cruises. RELATED: Twiggy to be Godmother of Emerald Waterways River Ships Now through October 31
A Lewis & Clark River Cruise You Have to Take
While most planning a cruise vacation are checking out itineraries involving the ocean, river cruising is growing in popularity as evident by new expanded cruisings from the American Queen Steamboat Company. In order to meet demand from cruisers, the cruise line has added three new fall cruises on t
Travel Icon Samantha Brown Named AmaMagna Godmother
It may be easier to list the places famed travel icon Samantha Brown HASN’T been. The former Travel Channel personality and current host of the PBS show Samantha Brown’s Places to Love has a new title she can add to her already illustrious resume; Godmother to AmaWaterways newest ship, AmaMa
Exceptional Adventures Await With Crystal Cruises
It seems like all cruise lines tout their luxury these days, but the extravagance and splendor afforded by one particular source of adventure stands out among the rest. A cruise line widely recognized for outstanding ships, fascinating itineraries and unmatched grandeur, Crystal Cruises offers guest
Cruise Deal of the Week – August 17, 2018
It’s never too early to start planning for the holidays according to the river cruise experts at AmaWaterways. That’s why they’re getting in the spirit with big savings on their entire line of European Christmas themed cruises. Guests booking for the 2018 holiday season can save $1,500 per sta
This Cruise Line is Offering Deals for Solo Cruisers
You may need two to tango, but you only need one to cruise when you take advantage of Riviera River Cruises new focus on solo cruisers. The solo traveler collection is a selection of itineraries in the spring and fall of 2019 without any supplement charges for solo cruisers. Solo Cruisers Usually Pa
Cruise Deal of the Week – July 27, 2018
Have you ever wanted to uncover the mysteries of the Orient? Thanks to a new Summer Special from Victoria Cruises, cruising the Yangtze River in China has never been more affordable. The Victoria Cruises Summer Special offers guests great deals on cruises sailing between Chongqing and Yichang on eit
Ooo La La, On The Move To France
I’m onto the France vacation segment of this summer’s epic cruise and travel adventure, so it’s Arrivederci, Roma and after a two hour flight, it’s Bienvenue, France. When you think of cruising in and around France, Paris, Nice and Marseilles always come to mind. Rightly so. With reputa
Cruise Ship Vacations: Small Ships Vs. Big Ships
It’s perfectly reasonable for a cruise novice to think that the biggest, newest and most extravagant cruise ship is going to offer the best cruising experience, but that isn’t always the case. Smaller ships offer cruise ship vacations unlike their big brothers and for some vacationers, that’s
The Great Wall and Pandas of Chengdu
Few marvels of the ancient world compare in size and scale to the Great Wall of China. Spanning thousands of miles, it’s the longest man-made structure on Earth and played a pivotal role in the development of the region. The wall is really a collection of sections, each built during a different er
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
The Holy Ganges: An India River Cruise Adventure
The Ganges river system in India is more than just a waterway, it’s a purveyor of life. For the millions of people who live near its shores, the river is the embodiment of the Hindu goddess Ganga and her life-bringing properties. Pandaw Cruises, a premier small-ship luxury cruise line, offers g
Cruising North: Welcome to Montreal’s Busy Season
The Mohawk people call it Kaniatarowanenneh, meaning “big waterway”. Those who experience the St. Lawrence River during Montreal’s busy cruising season are hard-pressed to find fault with the description. Montreal’s location on the St. Lawrence makes it a wonderful place to begin or end your
Design Time: S.S. Joie de Vivre
Bonjour S.S. Joie de Vivre Uniworld’s newest river ship design reflects the French joy of living. By Fran Golden When Toni Tollman set out to design the 128-passenger S.S. Joie de Vivre she had some of her favorite things about Paris in mind. As the Director of Design and Projects at Uniworld Rive
American Cruise Lines Reveals New Class of Modern Riverboats
American Cruise Lines Reveals New Class of Modern Riverboats Cruise News – Mar. 1, 2017 American Cruise Lines has announced details for the first of a new class of five modern riverboats destined for America’s rivers. The first in the series is scheduled to begin service in 2018 and will ca