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Whether it’s strolling through the palatial gardens in Vienna, hiking to the top of a historic fortress in Germany, taking a leisurely bicycle ride in the countryside, or lazing about on the deck while your boat sails through the heart … Read more
Have you always wanted to visit Falkland Islands? The Falkland Islands (also known as Islas Malvinas) are a place of wonder and peaceful ambiance surrounded only by the eternal blue swelling of ocean water. A variety of wildlife call these … Read more
Planning your first cruise can be an exciting but nerve wracking time but we’ve broken it down into baby steps with helpful tips for choosing the perfect combination for your first cruise vacation. There are so many cruise lines, ships, … Read more
Picture the perfect Scandinavian getaway: rugged northern beauty, scenic wildlife, local fisheries where everyone knows your name, cozy hideaways, and warm fireplaces along the coast. Norway is seriously stunning, and you’ll be hard pressed to find an adventure bucket list … Read more
Hardworking teachers are what keep our world moving forward. They dedicate their lives to educating the future generations that will become leaders, inventors, doctors, and changers of the world. Norwegian Cruise Line wants to recognize these dedicated teachers. They have … Read more
For those of you planning a possible cruise on NCL’s new stunner, here is what a day on a Norwegian Bliss cruise might look like. When was the last time you spent time playing? Not chasing the kids while they … Read more
How many times have you sung Call Me Maybe into your hairbrush? No judgement, we have all been there. Way back in 2012, the Biebs tweeted about the song Call Me Maybe, and we were all hooked. I recently had … Read more
When was the last time you went on vacation without your husband? After we get married, our spouses become our default partners in almost everything we do, and well, sometimes that gets boring. When was the last time you went … Read more
Growing up in a military family provided a different experience to my youth. We moved often, I had to make new friends every few years, my father was gone for long stints at a time and we just didn’t have … Read more
AmaWaterways personalized ships focus on comfort and the experience of travel. They have created cruise ships meant to carry you into adventure while still providing tasteful ambiance. Bigger isn’t always better. It seems that many of our vacations have become super-sized, and … Read more
MSC Cruises new Vista class cruise ships debut with the MSC Meraviglia to be completed in May 2015. With more than just luxury styling and amenities, it is the beginning of a new era of cruise ships. The mighty Mediterranean … Read more
While on the MSC cruise ship Divina a few weeks ago, I was pleased to learn of their partnership with UNICEF. Beginning in 2009, MSC launched their “Get on Board for Children” program. By joining forces and encouraging guests on board … Read more
Last week Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, condemning this Midwesterner to six more long weeks of winter. But having just returned from a week cruise in the Caribbean on the MSC Divina, I can face this cold fate with new … Read more