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North American Cruising is Complete: Canada Reopens, Intra-Island Hawaiian Cruises Resume
The return of cruise travel has looked like a bit of a jigsaw puzzle. Piece by piece, cruise lines have worked out how to resurrect itineraries within the Caribbean, from the U.S. to the Caribbean, between the U.S. and Mexico… you can see the picture. Now at last, with the final two pieces, the puzzle – or...
Read More »5 Places to Celebrate Shakespeare's Birthday
Whether or not you loved studying Shakespeare in school, chances are, to this day you regularly hear - and use – lines from his 154 sonnets and 39 plays that are still continuously being staged in theaters around the world, more than any other playwright in any language. That’s not a bad linguistic legacy for someone who...
Read More »You’ll Love This New Generation of Private Island Resorts
There’s a new generation of private islands. One that creates an environment for guests to vacation their way to becoming their best selves. Scratch any impressions you have of private islands inhabited by music moguls jet-skiing with nude models, royalty sneaking around with other people’s spouses, or tech billionaires popping magnums of champagne.The new private island experience...
Read More »The Very First National Park Turns 150
It’s not just the first national park in the U.S. It’s the first national park in the world. In March, 1872, American president Ulysses S. Grant signed into law the establishment of Yellowstone National Park to preserve and protect some of the country’s most emblematic scenery and wildlife for future generations. That first national park represented...
Read More »A 3-Hour Flight Home Turned Into 3 Days…Why You REALLY Need A Travel Advisor
Full disclosure – I have been touting the benefits of working with travel advisors for the past 20 years – their advice, hands-on support, expertise and travel perks. You might think I’m a bit jaded, but my recent travel experience only solidifies the point.On my return from a cruise conference in Fort Lauderdale I awoke Saturday...
Read More »Adventure And Fun Await In Paradise!
If unforgettable is what you're seeking, then Puerto Rico is your destination! There is no better place to experience mesmerizing sights, unique flavors, vibrant culture, and thrilling adventures than Puerto Rico. The heart and soul of the Caribbean is packed with sun-kissed and full of life experiences from urban spots to rainforest getaways and – of...
Read More »It's all in the Details! Princess Cruises NEW Royal Class ships – Enchanted Princess and Discovery Princess
Welcome to Discovery Princess℠Princess Cruises®With Discovery Princess℠, there’s no limit to the ways you can relax, dine and be entertained. And to get the most out of your vacation, Enchanted Princess℠ is the second Royal Class ship built from the ground up with Princess® MedallionClassTM , which makes cruising even easier and more enjoyable so you...
Read More »How Solo Travelers Can Explore With Trafalgar Is Changing
As the world starts to open up after the pandemic, travel demand continues to rise. More and more people are dusting off their bucket lists and planning to get out there and explore the world. If you’re thinking about taking the plunge and jetting off on a solo trip, there’s no better time to do it....
Read More »Choice is an Extraordinary Fortune
What a marvelous thing it is, in today’s world, to have the luxury of choice.The Oxford dictionary defines “choice” as both “an act of choosing between two or more possibilities; something that you can choose,” and “the right to choose or the possibility of choosing.”Reflect for a moment on the last few words: “The possibility of...
Read More »Alaska Up Close
Holland America Line has been exploring Alaska since 1947, and we’re putting that 75 years of expertise into our new “Alaska Up Close” programming – a 360° experience that immerses you in The Great Land in a way that only Holland America Line can deliver.Through authentic experiences on board and ashore that focus on culture, cuisine,...
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