For the discerning traveler, the Spanish capital offers a rare balance of cultural depth and contemporary sophistication, both within the city and throughout its greater region.Begin in the historic heart of Madrid at the Royal Palace, Europe’s largest functioning royal residence. Its grandeur sets the tone for the regal landscape that surrounds it. From here, the...
Read More »ONE//Lyon, France – Food-loving city with serious charmLyon is a dream for travelers who plan trips around meals. Two rivers, graceful bridges, and leafy squares set the scene for days that move at a comfortable rhythm. Spend mornings in traboules and markets, afternoons in museums, and evenings lingering in bouchons. Café terraces, excellent local wine, and...
Read More »So you want to “do Europe.” Excellent choice. The only real mistake you can make is assuming there is just one way to see it. Europe is more like a choose-your-own adventure, just with better souvenirs.Start with the classic, the guided tour. This is Europe on “easy mode,” where logistics vanish and you simply show up...
Read More »Bordeaux truly has it all. From magnificent vineyards and historic architecture to world class cuisine and enriching excursions, Bordeaux offers the perfect balance of relaxation and discovery. The experience is elevated in every way, luxurious and approachable at the same time. Whether you're a seasoned wine lover or a curious newcomer, this region welcomes you with...
Read More »Break the boredom of March Break getaways. There’s still time to make March Break about more than the beach. This time of the year presents a whole planet of excitement – and it’s not too late to plan the family break that will create memories of a lifetime. If swapping flip-flops by the pool, with the...
Read More »Cruise lines love to break records – competing for the biggest ships, introducing firsts-at-sea, and of course, creating record-breaking events that give thousands of guests the chance to make history… well, until the record is broken again! Princess Cruises is no stranger to world records. In 2024, the cruise line set a record for the largest pizza...
Read More »Whether you are a devotee of the Chinese/ Lunar calendar, for many of us, horses are our spirit animals, and the Year of the Horse reminds us why. Since the earliest civilizations – is any other creature so well-represented on the world’s cave walls, ancient scripts, wall carvings? - Humans around the world have fallen in love...
Read More »Being at sea is a love story waiting to unfold — glittering sunrises painting the sky, gentle waves whispering against the hull and horizons that beckon with endless possibilities. How could you resist falling for the world’s beauty?But aboard the original Love Boat®, the magic goes deeper.Picture this: sipping champagne on your private balcony as Santorini’s...
Read More »You like us, you really like us! Awards season is here, and no, we’re not talking about the Oscars. Travel + Leisure just dropped their nominees for this year's World’s Best Awards and we’re thrilled to announce that thanks to you, our incredible Sailors, we’ve been nominated for (the third year in a row!) in the...
Read More »The romance of sailing cruise ships is back, and the new generation of sailing cruise ships has a modern and eco-friendly twist. The latest cruise line to announce it’s building a sailing yacht is Atlas Ocean Voyages, whose new ship – a luxury, expedition sailing yacht – is set to embark on the seas in late...
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