Just back from a river cruise sailing with Abercrombie & Kent Connections, we have answers to a number of questions from readers that came up along the way. What’s The Big Deal? Several readers asked questions along the lines of Read More …
One of our last stops sailing with Abercrombie & Kent on a European river cruise was Amsterdam, the largest city in the Netherlands. Arguably a place that takes more than a day stop on a cruise itinerary to see, our Read More …
Lisa enjoyed a manicure and pedicure on Princess Cruises Ruby Princess recently. The service was performed well, the price was fair and the atmosphere of the spa area on the ship was pleasant. Who could ask for more? Interestingly, it Read More …
Our last stop, sailing with Abercrombie & Kent, was a tour through the Netherlands, making connections with local people along the way. We passed through several small towns, toured the birthplace of cheese, enjoyed a nice lunch at a local Read More …
Getting to the ship can take some time away from electric power yet we still must have our cell phones, iPads, players, and portable 8-track devices working all the way. For some travelers, its not an option to turn off Read More …
While sailing with Abercrombie & Kent, we have mentioned parts of their version of the river cruise experience that are unique. Included pre- and post-cruise hotel stays and custom-designed off-ship experiences stand out as easily-definable line items one might anticipate Read More …
As we near the end of our sailing with Abercrombie & Kent, one of the last stops on our itinerary that began in Munich was Cologne, Germany. While the journey is far from over, the day we spent in Cologne Read More …
By big ship or small ship, river or ocean, cruise vacations done right pack a lot of value for today’s traveler. Once the domain of ‘the newly-wed or nearly-dead’ as the old saying goes, travel via cruise ship has some Read More …
Continuing our river adventure aboard Luftner Cruises Amadeus Brilliant, we visited Rudesheim and Koblenz, Germany. Along the way, we enjoyed scenic cruising through one of the most beautiful places on Earth Arriving early, we docked within walking distance of the Read More …