Here’s to the Heurigen!
“Mahlzeit!,” said our Viennese hosts while they handed out glasses of cloudy liquid as we entered the pub’s garden. It was early October and we were at Schreiberhaus, a heuriger, or “rustic wine tavern,” to celebrate the heuriger, which also means “this year’s vintage.” As we s
Beauty and the Bottle
The Italian Lakes are among the most beautiful and popular places to visit in Europe. The glory of nature lies all around with glistening waters, picturesque lakeside villages, medieval castles and imposing mountain views. Stretching from the River Po in the south to the lower Alps and the Dolomites
Brightline Releases “Wine Wednesday” Happy Hour
Brightline is launching Wine Wednesdays, featuring discounted wine glasses, special tastings of French and Italian wines, and exclusive holiday-themed cocktails in March. Guests can enjoy 50% off wine glasses from 4–7 pm every Wednesday at Mary Mary bars, along with a curated food-and-wine pairing
Sun Princess to Offer New Culinary Experiences
Princess Cruises’ latest ship, Sun Princess, will revolutionize the culinary scene with top chefs, luxury ingredients, and unique dining experiences for guests on its inaugural voyage on February 28, 2024! Additional exclusive dining options were also announced for passengers sailing on this u
Amawaterways Shares Itinerary For Wine Enthusiasts
Calling all wine connoisseurs! AmaWaterways has shared the news on the brand’s newest 2024 French itinerary, Flavors of Burgundy, taking guests to vineyards along the Saône River! The good news does not stop there! The brand also shared news of the wine hosts, the 2023 and 202
Princess Cruises Announces Partnership With Caymus Vineyards
Wine enthusiasts, this one is for you! Today, Princess Cruises’ shared their latest partnership with Caymus Vineyards to offer an exclusive Caymus Vineyards Winemaker Dinner available on Princess ships sailing North America itineraries at the end of this month and across the fleet by late May!
The Unique Wines and Vineyards of the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are a favorite vacation destination and cruise ships regularly head there. Yet not many visitors know that this sun-kissed archipelago with its beautiful beaches, volcanic landscapes, and busy bars, 60 miles west of the coast of Morocco, is also a haven for wine lovers. Wine
Madeira’s Cruise Recovery is in Full Swing
One of the best kept secrets in cruising is the Portuguese island of Madeira, a sub-tropical paradise visited by millions each year for its unique culture, outstanding flora and fauna and a bustling downtown port area with lots to explore. Now that we’re finally putting the pandemic behind us
Wine & Dine in Copenhagen’s Vesterbro District
Copenhagen is having a moment in the culinary limelight as Europe’s coolest foodie capital, with rough and ready Vesterbro the most exciting area of the city in which to try the latest food trends. Take a stroll along the streets of Slagterboderne (meaning “butcher’s stalls”) and Flaesketorv
Basque by the Bottle
Before we explore some of Europe’s most interesting wines, the term ‘Basque’ deserves explanation. Euskadi, Basque Country, is an autonomous community in Spain, but it is also a larger cultural zone that spills beyond the political borders and even into France. The Basque have their own govern
Check Out the New Culinary Enhancements from Oceania Cruises
Earlier this year, Oceania Cruises unveiled a series of fleet-wide culinary enhancements which included specially-crafted dining experiences, menus and elevated service levels as part of their OceaniaNEXT initiative. OceaniaNEXT is a set of enhancements aimed at elevating every aspect of t
Experience an Exceptional Food and Wine Pairing at Kendall-Jackson
A grand estate, surrounded by lush, green vineyards, provides a home to one of Sonoma County’s most well-known wineries, Kendall-Jackson. Perky black-eyed Susans blossom in large mounds around the spacious entry, their bright yellow petals provide a cheery splash of color to the scene. A water fou
AmaWaterways Announces New Wine Hosts for 2021
It won’t be long now until we’re sipping wine on board a luxurious river cruise and to help with the anticipation, AmaWaterways has released a new list of wine hosts for their 2021 cruise season. The list includes notable wine experts, certified sommeliers, and vineyard owners who h
10 Boutique Oregon Wineries That Need Exploring
Oregon wine industry has evolved in recent decades from an agricultural afterthought to a major player on the worldwide viticulture stage. The state now has 18 American Viticultural Areas (AVA). Among the oldest AVAs are the Willamette Valley, the Columbia Valley, the Walla Walla Valley, and the Ump
Hidden Inland: Walla Walla WOW
The bustling summertime port city of Seattle offers an incredible range of sights and sounds, but if you’re set to sample the feast of Alaska cruising and looking for a pre-cruise appetizer or a post-cruise dessert, place your order for the off-the-menu town of Walla Walla, Washington. It’s no s
Your Miami Vacation Means Eating and Drinking Well
A great vacation certainly starts with a lounge chair on Miami Beach, but it ends with a sampling of some of the best local food and drink South Florida has to offer. An eclectic mix of cultures means a dazzling array of cuisines and styles you have to taste to believe. Miami sees millions of [&he
Last Call: Flute of Fancy
The Place — Pink: Wine and Champagne Bar Grab A Seat — Disney Dream Standout Feature — Amid glass bubble lighting and gold- and pink-hued décor, grabbing a seat at Pink will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a glass of Champagne. High-back velvet chairs around drink tables create cozy
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
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
Last Call: L’eau de Vie at Connoisseur Club
The Place — Connoisseur Club on board Regent Seven Seas Grab A Seat — Seven Seas Explorer, Seven Seas Mariner, Seven Seas Splendor, and Seven Seas Voyager Standout Feature — Deep blue walls and oversized leather armchairs outfit this elegant hideaway where you’re sure to find you
