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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,...
Read More »Getting Fun Going With Entertainment, Fun & Flavor
You know, it’s hard work making effortlessly fun vacations. That’s why Carnival Cruise Line is looking forward to kicking back with you on Carnival Celebration as they toast to the last 50 years. This new ship sets sail from Miami, FL in November! So please bring that unique Carnival spirit... and know that this ship’s bringing...
Read More »The Best Way to Experience Alaska is with Norwegian
There's something about cruising Alaska that fills travelers with awe and exhilaration. Perhaps it issailing past expansive glaciers glistening in the sunlight. Maybe it's witnessing The Last Frontier's dramatic terrain that transforms from wildflower-studded fields to immense old-growth forests that bow before snowcapped mountains stretching up toward the glow of the Northern Lights, all from the deck of...
Read More »Top Alaska Experiences For Every Type of Traveler
Whether you're a well-versed traveler or a new explorer, there's a reason cruising Alaska sits at the top of must-do lists for so many around the world. From zipping through the vast open wilderness and experiencing the thrill of a 30-ton whale gliding under your catamaran to taking spectacular scenic tours through historic towns where you can dine...
Read More »An Explorer’s Dream: Egypt And The Mighty Nile
Nile cruises are specifically designed to offer the very best of Egypt and surrounding Mediterranean ports. You can indulge in tantalizing Egyptian cuisine that has relatively remained unchanged for centuries with only minor enhancements. An enchanting land of marvels, myths, and wonders, old and new, Egypt is an extraordinary destination no modern-day explorer will want to...
Read More »Check, Please!
She’s dazzling. She’s glitzy. She’s a little campy and always over-the-top. She’s Las Vegas baby! And there’s nowhere else on Earth quite like her.Though this fun-loving, everything goes escape has certainly expanded beyond its “what happens here stays here” reputation, it still retains its hedonistic charm, especially when it comes to food and exquisite service. From...
Read More »European Elegance Introduced To The Oceans Of The World
New luxury cruise line Explora Journeys combines centuries-old seafaring experience with superlative European refinement to introduce a bold new vision for luxury ocean travel. This is a story that starts in 1940s Sorrento with a Neapolitan ferry captain, Gianluigi Aponte, who, together with the Swiss sweetheart he met when she was a passenger on one of his...
Read More »Malama Hawaii Program: Giving Back on a Trip to Paradise
The Hawaiian Islands may draw you to their other-worldly tropical beauty, South-Pacific culture and warm welcome, legendary beaches and seaside lifestyle.But the most memorable trip to Hawaii may be the one that gives back.The Malama Hawaii Program connects visitors to activities that make a difference to the islands’ land, ocean, wildlife, forests, fishponds, and communities. Malama...
Read More »Seeing is Believing: Health Protocols are No Barrier to Enjoying a European River Cruise
If a picture speaks a thousand words, then a video is running commentary. That's why we wanted to share with you exactly what the health protocols on board an Avalon Waterways river cruise in France are in the Fall of 2021.We know some people have already begun traveling again - but others are still hesitant. Maybe...
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