The Icon of the Seas, Royal Caribbean inaugurates the world’s largest cruise ship Sean Flynn March 17, 2024 1489 So much has already been written about this ship, the world’s largest cruise ship, especially the factual information: 250,000 gross tons, 7,600 passengers, 20 passenger decks, 8 different neighbourhoods. The...
Cruising the Marvellous Mediterranean with Holland America Michele Peterson October 17, 2023 1557 A Taste for Travel Experience an exhilarating mix of history, epic scenery and culture “Just don’t ask me for Fettucine Alfredo,” our guide, certified sommelier Luca Bartoli, says with a grin “We don’t eat it ...
Exploring Germany’s Rhine and Moselle Rivers with Emerald Cruises Michele Peterson May 19, 2023 2019 A luxury river cruise with a magical mix of history, myth and scenery Mainz Cathedral is an architectural highlight in Germany's wine capital. Photo: Michele Peterson “Keep a look out for the Mouse Tower” said...
Intergenerational Caribbean cruise holiday on the Norwegian Getaway Peter & Beverley Kerr January 10, 2023 1905 Norwegian Cruise Lines has established a reputation for family-friendly cruise holidays. We discovered first-hand that the cruise line is geared for families, from the Freestyle open seating to the accommodatio...
Experience the essence of Eastern Canada & New England with Holland America Michele Peterson November 24, 2022 2155 Enjoy a magical mix of culture, hospitality and charm on this 7-day cruise I open our stateroom’s veranda door to the surprising sight of a giant fiddle on the pier. Its glossy curves, soaring 18 metres into a ...
Onboard Oceania’s Insignia: Iberian Peninsula and Nordic Shores Colette Brown September 22, 2022 2447 A firsthand account about the post-pandemic cruise experience Looking for an itinerary that would be at least be 14 days long and stop at some ports that I had not visited before, I decided on the 16-day Iberia...
City Cruises Gananoque – 5 iconic cruise options in the 1000 Islands LiveEvents May 7, 2022 3253 City Cruises Gananoque, the oldest and largest cruise line in the 1000 Islands, kicks off their 2022 season May 7th. With five vessels — ranging in size from 350 to 500 passengers — plying the waters and wea...
Regent Seven Seas Explorer – all-inclusive luxury Sean Flynn March 24, 2022 2610 A getaway to a warmer climate is a great way to break up the monotony of winter and its cold and dreary days. It was something that many of us missed last year and I was happy at the opportunity to be able to l...
The Viking Orion cruise ship and Bermuda – a great cruise combination Sean Flynn October 15, 2021 1766 Walking out onto the soft white sands of Elbow Beach in Bermuda, gazing out at the beautiful surf just beyond, I was reminded of just how long it had been since I last swan in the ocean. Much too long, and for ...
Ontario Small Ship Sightseeing Cruises – Relax along scenic waterways Travel News July 28, 2021 3665 Ontario small ship sightseeing cruises set sail for 2021 season South Eastern Ontario’s small ship tour boat operators launch their summer/fall season on Ontario’s waterways With Ontario’s recent transition...
