The Destination Experts
A reporter recently reached out to advisors across the MAST network with a simple ask: What’s your best money-saving travel tip? The answers came back fast. And almost none of them were about price. This was bad news for the reporter, but good news for MAST advisors who know that slavishly worrying about “saving” money can often result in getting a lot […]
Discover life on the Mekong River, where history, floating markets, and local traditions come together on Collette’s small group Treasures of the Mekong tour. Need help planning your trip? Click here to find a MAST Travel Advisor near you. MAST Travel advisors are here to help with all your travel plans and needs. Experience Life […]
There’s a moment on every Alaska cruise that no photo quite prepares you for. Read this and then close your eyes to imagine it: The ship goes quiet. Someone on deck points. And then you hear it: a low, rolling boom, like distant thunder rolling across water that’s somehow turned turquoise. A piece of glacier […]
If you’re looking for more than a traditional cruise, Scenic and Emerald Cruises offer a curated collection of Specialty Cruises designed to enrich every aspect of your journey. Scenic’s Discovery Series and Emerald’s Savor the Moment Collection are built around what you love most – food, wine, wellness, and creative exploration – enhanced by exclusive […]
Key Takeaways: For today’s luxury traveler and river cruisers, how a journey begins and ends matters just as much as what happens in between, making a pre- or post-cruise stay an especially good add-on. Long-haul flights, time-zone changes, and full itineraries make additional nights on land not only appealing, but essential. Pre- and post-cruise stays […]
This itinerary offers a unique alternative to traditional touring by making the journey itselfthe focal point, rather than simply transportation between destinations. The route begins in Denver and travels through Glenwood Springs and Moab beforeconcluding in Salt Lake City. Each day delivers a distinct shift in scenery—from alpinemountain ranges and river canyons to dramatic red […]
Bari turned out to be better than I could have ever imagined and exactly what I was looking for in a trip. It is an easy city to settle into with the water right there and a really calm atmosphere. My first day was mostly walking along the sea taking photos and getting a feel […]
Some places don’t just meet expectations. They quietly blow them out of the water. These are the destinations travelers often book with a little hesitation and leave completely obsessed with. Maybe it’s because they don’t get as much hype. Or maybe it’s because photos never quite capture the feeling. If you’re craving a trip that […]
If you’ve ever watched Emily in Paris and daydreamed about walking the same streets, sipping the same espressos, or posing in front of the same views, you’re not alone. The hit Netflix series captures some of the most cinematic and romantic locations in Europe, and Season 5 expands the map even further. With Paris still […]
Summary This vlog features John Werner, President of MAST Travel Network, and Vanessa Janvier, Senior Manager of National Accounts at Holland America Line, discussing Holland America’s longstanding and specialized cruise offerings in Alaska. Holland America Line has been sailing to Alaska for nearly 80 years, establishing itself as a leader in immersive and authentic Alaskan […]