Beyond Cruising: Solo Camping Continues Growth

The Dyrt, the No. 1 app for camping availability, photos and reviews, has found that solo camping continues to trend upward. In 2023, 29.8% of campers camped alone at least one night according to The Dyrt’s 2024 Camping Report presented by The All-New Read More …

Le Boat Makes Waves with New Partner

Get ready to set sail on an unforgettable adventure! Le Boat, Europe’s leading boat rental company, has joined forces with Groupe Beneteau’s Delphia brand to revolutionize the boating world. With a £100 million investment over the next decade, Le Boat Read More …

Holland America Line’s “Have It All — Early Booking Bonus” Offer

Holland America Line is adding even more value to its already robust Have It All premium package with its best offer of the year on cruises April 2025 and beyond, representing significant savings on amenities for those looking to cruise Read More …

Before The Cruise Options: Airbnb vs Hotels

The latest analysis by Upgraded Points compares the average nightly costs of Airbnbs and hotels across 100 of America’s largest cities. “Hotels have long been the go-to choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience, but Airbnb has grown in popularity as an Read More …

New And Improved: Summer Travel Packing Tips

Packing for vacation can be intimidating whether you’re going away for the weekend or on an extended trip. Read More …

Holland America McKinley Chalet Debuts New Menus, Earns Seafood Certification

Guests on Holland America Line’s Alaska Cruisetours will have a new culinary experience at McKinley Chalet Resort near Denali National Park. The resort’s two restaurants have revamped their menus, emphasizing fresh, locally sourced sustainable seafood. This focus on sustainability is Read More …

Windstar Reveals More: New Ship, Star Seeker

Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises revealed today it’s planning to send its newest ship, Star Seeker, cruising to Alaska and Japan when it joins the fleet in 2026. Windstar last sailed in Alaska and Japan in 2023 before it redeployed Star Breeze to be Read More …

Holland America Invites Fans To Name A Moose

Holland America Line is inviting fans to name an orphan rescue moose calf, in partnership with Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC). The cruise line gives guests the opportunity to view Alaska wildlife responsibly from its ships and on shore excursions and Cruisetours, and now Read More …

Sailing Viking: We’ve Been Modified

NOTE: This post was originally published in 2015 but the information is timely as the topic of “itinerary modifications” gets socially heated. It’s easy to look at travel plans like decisions.  Once made, we live with them.  Items on a Read More …