Happy New Year! It’s Time to Book Your 2023 Vacation!

Welcome 2023! If you’re like many folks, as you put away those holiday decorations, thoughts of travel this year may be dancing in your heads. And you’ll have lots of company, as the weeks following the holiday season are typically when the vast majority of people plan their vacations for the year, and as travel continues its tremendous post-pandemic rebound, this year will likely be no different.

Which brings me to the topic for today. One of the most frequent travel questions that I get – especially at the beginning of a new year – is “when is the best time to book”?  Read more

Planning a Cruise? Don’t be Afraid of Seasickness!

Nothing can ruin a vacation faster than not feeling well – no matter what the cause – and for those who have never cruised, a common concern when considering a cruise is the potential for sea sickness. As someone who is in fact, prone to seasickness, I’m here to tell you that you CAN still cruise and have a fabulous time! There are, however, some things you’ll want to plan in advance, so that getting sick once you’re onboard doesn’t interfere with your cruise. Read more

Cruising Destinations That are NOT the Caribbean

One of the things that keeps frequent cruisers coming back again and again, is the incredible variety of destinations that can be visited on a cruise. And while for many, their first cruise is to the sunny and warm tropical islands of the Caribbean, the fact is that there is – literally – an entire world of amazing places that not only *can* be explored on a cruise but may actually be *best* explored on a cruise. Let’s take a look at a few of them today. Read more

5 Reasons Why Cruising Rocks

I am often asked about cruising from those who have never set sail on a vacation at sea. “Why do so many people who have cruised before LOVE cruising and sail again and again?” And more directly – “Why should I cruise?”

So, let’s talk about what makes cruising so popular with so many! Read more

River Cruising – The Perfect Blend of Art, Music, History, and Food

What a lovely view! The fountains at the Belvedere Palace in Vienna, Austria

When it comes to a vacation that blends experiences in history, art, music, and food, it’s hard to top a river cruise. Especially one that is leisurely sailing down the Danube River. If you’ve dreamed of exploring one of Europe’s most beautiful regions, a river cruise is the perfect way to do so! Read more