I sailed on the Danube on one of the Avalon Waterways Active & Discovery itineraries. These cruises are for guests who want to do and not just see and offer a wide variety of included-excursions that enable passengers to be active and fully engaged with the local cultures. I want to highlight some of my favorite excursions...
Read More »If you’re looking for a cruise vacation that’s exciting, and a little bit out of the ordinary, make a Carnival cruise to Alaska your first choice! From immense glaciers to beautiful fjords, diverse wildlife and many natural wonders, a cruise to this natural beauty offers you and your family the opportunity to explore and experience many...
Read More »Ireland is a country that showcases its beauty across all seasons. Whether you are warming up in a pub in the winter or enjoying the scenes of green in the summer, there is something for everyone year round in the Emerald Isle. Enjoy a break whatever the season – whether you’re planning your vacation in spring, summer,...
Read More »As the “#1 Luxury River Cruise Line, we’re always working to give our guests an unforgettable experience both onboard and offshore. With 2020 on the horizon, we’ve been hard at work elevating every one of our travel experiences. From our new destination-inspired Super Ships to the onboard and offshore touches that make us unforgettable, there’s plenty of...
Read More »If you’ve ever planned a vacation (ahem, everyone), then you know that a lot of time and research goes into making it your dream trip. You also know that no matter how much research you do, some questions are nearly impossible to answer about a destination you’ve never been to… Like what part of the city...
Read More »Whether it’s casual munching or elegant sit-down dining, you will never be hungry aboard Carnival newest ship Mardi GrasTM – debuting in 2020. From breakfast to late night munchies, Mardi Gras has a number of mouth-wateringly delicious dining options – and most of it is included! From our new options like Big Chicken, Emeril’s Bistro 1396...
Read More »If you’re anything like me – a self-confessed foodie – you’ll agree that one of the key highlights to any trip away is its food. How better to delve into the culture of a new destination than through the delicious, wholesome flavors it prides itself on? Here are three of our favorite travel food destinations which allow...
Read More »An Africa Safari is an unforgettable experience. An abundant amount of animal viewing is available in East Africa on an Africa safari. Both Kenya and Tanzania offer a breathtaking array of wildlife on their savannah grassland plains. Each year millions of wildebeest, zebra and others embark on a journey north from Tanzania's Serengeti National Park to...
Read More »From exotic island markets to traditional recipes that have survived for thousands of years, Oceania Cruises’ Caribbean culinary adventures invite you to delve into the local culture and cuisine as you visit homes, markets chocolate farms, coffee plantations and more. Join Oceania on a tropical gourmet tour this winter to taste the true flavors of the...
Read More »Retirement planning was once reasonably straightforward. We worked until a designated age and then moved to the country or embraced a quiet routine at home. These days, however, retirees are rewriting the script. No longer content to spend hours in the garden after settling into a small cottage, adults are shaking off old stereotypes and revisiting...
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