SLOW TRAVEL
Author: Chris Owen
Viking Sea: Welcome Back To Comfortable Cruising
Returning to Viking Ocean Cruises to sail new Viking Sea on the ship’s maiden voyage, I expected familiarly. Twin sister to Viking Star, that’s exactly what I found. Following the same comfortable cruising formula for success that propelled Viking River Cruises Read More …
A Half Dozen Sources Of Cruise Inspiration
Travelers choose cruise vacations for different reasons. Some agree with industry talking points: Unpack once, visit multiple destinations; A safe and secure mode of travel; No cooking or cleaning like at home; An outstanding travel value and more. The health-oriented Read More …
Social Impact Travel About To Set Sail
In a New York City event, Carnival Corporation announced a giant leap in its philanthropic efforts, launching a new trademarked brand dubbed ‘fathom’ and defining a new travel category tagged ‘social impact travel’. In a nutshell, Carnival Corp is moving 710-passenger MV Adonia Read More …
Viking Sisters Meet, Papa Pleased
Viking Ocean Cruises saw the two Viking sisters together for the first time yesterday as Viking Star and Viking Sea met in Santorini. It’s a rare event when the ships of cruise lines with small fleets are at the same place. That’s something we Read More …
Azamara Targets Intellectually Curious Global Citizens- Wait, That Sounds Familiar
On board Azamara Journey and Azamara Quest, the two ships of Azamara Club Cruises, passengers expect exceptional, personal service. Azamara fares include gratuities; complimentary bottled water, sodas, specialty coffee, and teas, as well as complimentary boutique wines, international beer, select standard spirits and more. Read More …
NCL To Belize Tender Operators: Thanks Anyway
Getting cruise travelers to shore when visiting Belize has been a problem for quite some time. Cruise lines are required to use Belize tender operators to make that happen. Not enough of the little boats makes the process take longer than Read More …
This Is Holland America Line? Yes It Is And They’re Playing Our Song !
We’ve been talking a lot about Holland America Line recently, for a number of reasons. New ms Koningsdam has much of the spotlight, as new ships usually do. Sailing in Alaska multiple times with Holland America verified their leadership position Read More …