A POSITIVE VIEW OF GLOBAL TRAVEL NEWS
Cruise Mag Gives Back, Supports Amazing Things
Porthole Cruise Magazine, the nation’s leading consumer cruise magazine, which celebrated its 20th anniversary this year, announces a new philanthropic effort in support of Mercy Ships, a global charity that operates a fleet of hospital ships in developing nations. For Read More …
Amsterdam Increases River Cruise Security
Often an area of concern for first time river cruise travelers, security seems rather relaxed compared to big ship ocean-sailing options. Passengers walk on and off river cruise ships without the layer of security designed to keep them safe when Read More …
Air To Europe: Price Down, Cusine Up Up Up
Flying to Europe for a small ship river cruise, big ship sailing in the Mediterranean or some other amazing place, prices are coming down. Now, patient travelers using today’s buying strategies are finding flights over the pond for not all Read More …
Cuba New To Cruise Lines While Airline Marks 25th Year
After satisfying less stringent requirements, Americans can go to Cuba now via cruise ship as well as by regularly scheduled airline flights. Going by cruise ship is a good idea if for no other reason than hotel rooms are expected Read More …
Willows Lodge A Good Choice When Sailing From Seattle
Not long ago, we went to Seattle from Orlando on Alaska Air to spend some time with our friends at Holland America Line and Chateau Ste Michelle winery. Enjoying a lovely stay at the Willows Lodge, not far from the Seattle Read More …
Carnival West Coast Cruise Options Get Upgrade, More Fun
As one of the few cruise lines operating on the west coast, Carnival Cruise Line has three ships, carrying more than a half-million passengers every year. Sailing from Long Beach is Carnival Inspiration, Carnival Miracle and very soon: a refurbished Read More …
Comparing Cruise Line Beverage Programs: A Timeless Guide
There are a number of ways to examine the topic of cruise line beverage programs. On one extreme, we have luxury cruise lines that include all beverages all the time as part of the deal. Forget about them for now, those Read More …
Dashing QM2 Appropriately Kicks Off First Cunard Transatlantic Fashion Week
Royal College of Art graduate Sophie Schmidt, unveiled her latest creation on board upscale Queen Mary 2, rather fashionable in her own right. The event kicked off Cunard’s first ever ‘Transatlantic Fashion Week’ with Dame Zandra Rhodes. Sailing from Southampton, fashion royalty including Read More …
Popular Costa World Cruise Visits Five Continents In Three Months
Costa Cruises’ Costa Luminosa is on a 98-day Round-the-World Cruise that will visit five continents, sail across three oceans and include 34 ports of call. The special cruise is designed for cruise lovers who want to experience the unique thrill Read More …