Special Needs Group: Making Vacation Possible
Everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy a great vacation no matter what. Accessibility has never been easier thanks to the Special Needs Group and their commitment to helping people with disabilities enjoy vacation and travel. Not everyone has the same ability to get around and it’s som
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
Is This the Best Cheeseburger at Sea?
Landlubbers rejoice, you can know get one of the best burgers at sea without setting foot on a cruise ship! Passengers aboard Princess Cruises are no doubt familiar with “The Ernesto,” a burger found in The Salty Dog Gastropub and Salty Dog Grill on board Princess ships. Previously, onboard the
Travel Tips: My Smartphone Ruined My Vacation
Connectivity is what the world revolves around these days. Everyone is widely accessible at any point thanks to our devices like phones and tablets, but these incredible devices can both aid and hinder a vacation. Sure, a smartphone is great for looking up directions or taking photos of your experie
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 […]
Must Have Waterproof Gear
If you like to swim for exercise, but you’re also a fan of music that keeps you going through the workout, have we got a product for you! The H2O Audio Stream MP3 Player is designed for swimmers with bluetooth technology and a completely waterproof design which offers a full 10 hours of play time
Mystery Aboard Saga Sapphire
It’s no mystery that a cruise is a great vacation, but for those aboard Saga Sapphire operated by Saga Cruises, the destination is something to be discovered! Captain Horne’s Mystery Cruise is as unique a cruise as you’ll find because guests have no idea where the ship is going when they step
Weird Wednesday: Thames Town
Visitors to Shanghai are often in awe of the size and scale of the city. With a population of more than 24 million, it’s the largest in China and the 3rd largest by population in the world. The city’s proximity to the ocean (the Chinese characters for Shanghai translate to “upon the sea”
Off Season Cruising, Is It Worth It?
We often get asked, when is the best time to cruise? Most are shocked when I tell them that cruising off-season is one of the best vacations you can take! Not only are they a great way to get a great deal, but there are plenty of other perks, too. Here are some of our […]
Norwegian Joy Headed Stateside After a Year in China
Norwegian Cruise Line made a splash with the announcement that their ship Norwegian Joy would be built with the Chinese market in mind. However, after just a year of sailing from Chinese ports, the cruise line announced Norwegian Joy would be headed back to the United States for future cruises. The
For Princess Cruises, Bigger is Better
Technology is infiltrating the cruise industry in more ways than just Wi-Fi and all-purpose keycards. The ships themselves are becoming more advanced in terms of the technology found on the bridge, but also in their size and capacity. Princess Cruises is the latest cruise line to place orders with f
A Food Lover’s Guide to Seattle’s Pike Place Market
A visit to Seattle, aka The Emerald City, isn’t complete without wandering through the foodie friendly Pike Place Market. You’ll find some excellent eateries here and highly entertaining vendors. In fact, the market’s prime attraction is the wader-clad fisherman in front of a mountain of fish
Virgin Voyages’ Ship Finally Has a Name
Many speculated the first ship in the fleet for Virgin Voyages would harken back to some aspect of Sir Richard Branson’s empire, and they would be be correct. Virgin Voyages Scarlet Lady, as the ship will be called, is a throwback to one of the first Virgin Airlines planes of the same name. In a [
Cruise Deal of the Week – July 20, 2018
This week’s cruise deal offers big savings on fall foliage cruises from the professionals at Blount Small Ship Adventures. Blount’s Locks, Legends & Canals cruise is now 40% off for select departures August through October 2018. The offer to cruise at a discount with Blount Small Ship Advent
Lindblad Expeditions Announces New Polar Vessel
The push to explore the unexplored is all the rage in cruising these days and one of the biggest names in expedition cruising has a new polar class vessel in the works. Lindblad Expeditions, a leader in expedition cruising to the far ends of the Earth in conjunction with National Geographic, announc
Weird Wednesday: Is That Beach Glowing?
Does anything beat a day at the beach? The sun, the waves, the particles of sand you find wedged in strange places months later, what’s not to love? There are some beaches, however, that actually get better once the sun goes down. What is a bioluminescent beach? From Hong Kong to California, biol
Travel Tips: How to Get Adjoining Rooms without Paying Extra
Cruise ships are wonderful vacations for the whole family. However, just like a hotel, it’s often impossible to fit everyone in a single room. Many hotels offer adjoining rooms which make it easy to go from one to the other without ever going out in the hallway. Cruise ships offer similar rooms, b
Must Have Travel Gear: Swimming With Your Phone – Lifeproof Luxury
Replacing a smartphone after it’s been broken or dropped in the water isn’t fun, but LifeProof is changing the way we protect our expensive technology. It’s pretty common to see someone with a phone that’s in rough shape. From cracked screens to water damage, there’s almost no shortage of
Breakdancers and Flying Acrobats Take to the Seas
Cruise ships are constantly pushing the boundaries when it comes to entertainment at sea. For Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, innovative entertainment starts with offering shows to cruise guests which challenge both entertainer and those watching to think outside the box. “Flying Bach”, the latest show abo
Cruise Deal of the Week – July 6, 2018
The best part about cruising is the all-inclusive nature offered by many cruise lines. When food and drink is included in the price of the cabin, everyone’s a winner. Some cruise lines offer flexibility with the alcoholic drink packages you can choose from, meaning you can pay by the drink lik
