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Carnival Cruise Line

Think Cruising isn’t Sustainable? Carnival Begs to Differ

Carnival Corporation is defending the sustainability of cruising, saying not only has it met targets for cutting emissions early, it is raising its eco-friendly goals and will achieve them sooner. The world’s biggest cruise company, [...]
Caribbean

Sugar Beach: MSC’s Sweet New Caribbean Destination

There’s a new name on the cruise map for MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys in the Caribbean. Catalina Sugar Beach is the newest private island destination off the coast of La Romana, Dominican Republic.Set to [...]
AmaWaterways

Low Water Turns River Cruises Into Adventures

Soaring temperatures and drought that’s led to record low river levels in Europe are forcing cruise lines to adapt, with what some guests are calling “magical mystery cruises.”As a heat wave continues, an extended drought [...]
Africa

Is This the Most Intensive Expedition Cruise Ever?

A four-month voyage planned on Atlas Ocean Cruises’ newest ship promises to explore the cultures and tastes of places even the most seasoned travellers haven’t visited. Atlas Adventurer, the world’s first luxury expedition sailing yacht [...]
Cruises

Regent Plans More Space for Fewer Guests

Regent Seven Seas is thinking bigger with a reimagination of accommodations aboard its Explorer Class ships. Creating suites, a new suite category along with reduced ship capacities Regent says it will deliver an even more [...]

Tailors at A Man Hing Cheong in Hong Kong

Hong Kong Hand Tailoring: Made Just for You and it Shows in Every Detail

by Wallace Immen in Asia 2

A fine quality suit may be less than a must these days with casual dress becoming more common in offices. But when it comes to aiming for the C-suite, or impressing at a big event, [...]

Finale of a ballet gala for Scenic Tsar guess in Russia

A Time for Encores, Tears and Smiles as Scenic Tsar’s Russian Voyage Ends

December 1, 2012 Comments Off

Our Russian river journey ended as Scenic Tsar docked in St. Petersburg, but the trip was far from over. As they had all through the two week experience, Scenic’s staff had exclusive surprises for us. […]

Silver Origin Christened for Galapagos Exploration

March 2, 2022 1

Silversea Cruises, christened Silver Origin with an expedition-themed ceremony in the Galápagos Islands. The long-awaited ship that is purpose built for sustainably exploring the unique islands off the coast of Ecuador was named by its […]

Cooking Up Fun on an Epicurean Expedition

August 20, 2024 1

A table is heaped with a colorful cornucopia of luscious fresh vegetables and fruits, perfectly cooked pasta and exotic garnishes that include a bowl of roasted meal worms. Yes, worms. But keep reading. Your mission– […]

Holland America Puts Spotlight on Alaska’s Glaciers

April 22, 2024 1

Holland America Line is debuting Glacier Days on its Alaska cruises with expanded We Love Alaska on-board experiences. HAL’s six ships doing cruises from Vancouver and Seattle are featuring more cultural enrichment and culinary and […]

10 Tips for Coping When Unexpected Chaos Hits Your Travels

July 9, 2015 Comments Off

You’ve come here for a carefree week in the sun. But the newspaper headlines are five inches tall, there are long lineups at banks and store shelves are looking bare. And by the way, your […]