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If there’s one thing we’ve learned from this disastrous outbreak, it is the undeniable value of a travel agent. Throughout the last month we have seen the world go from bad to worse with travel—both leisure and corporate—taking an unprecedented hit the industry hasn’t seen this side of 9/11. We have all seen the horror […]

Spending time with family and friends is one of the top reasons people travel so it makes total sense that taking a trip as a family, over the holidays, is like giving a gift to each other that will be remembered and cherished. I went on a Danube River cruise aboard AMA Waterways from Budapest […]

You may be thinking what does luxury cruising have to do with a 4000 passenger cruise ship? I found it aboard the Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship in their fleet of Breakaway-plus class of ships. Elements of luxury, through tastes and sights, are felt throughout the ship. It’s in the decor, the furniture, […]

Nashville is a city of nightlife, music legends, and history. And sometimes, a combination of all three. This is the case for a small street located just 2 blocks from Broadway downtown Nashville, called Printer’s Alley.    Printer’s Alley boasts a rich history that is evident in the cobbled stone streets today. This area full […]

Many people dream of visiting the Greek Islands, all dotted with whitewashed houses and clay tile roofs painted blue. The deep blue Aegean Sea surrounds the islands and its waters glisten from the bright sunshine overhead. I have dreamed as well about seeing the beauty of Greece and the islands so I took a cruise […]

One of the great cities of the world is Istanbul, a city I have always wanted to visit. This massive metropolis of nearly 16 million people is incredibly fascinating and captivating. Every street and neighborhood has a different vibe and character. I took an early evening boat ride on the Bosporus Strait separating the city […]

While onboard this year’s All Star Trip we had each member write down 3 facts about themselves and turn in their list anonymously. The three facts included a recent accomplishment/highlight in their career other than winning the All Star Award, a funny/crazy story that happened to them while traveling, and a quirky/goofy hobby/interest they have that others […]

Among the world’s famous rail journeys is Rocky Mountaineer in western Canada. I have done train travel before in the U.S. and in Europe but Rocky Mountaineer is not a mode of transportation. I had a one-of-a-kind experience that will be among the highlights of my travels. The double-decker, GoldLeaf, glass-dome rail car is spacious […]

Recently I discovered the pristine wilderness of Canada’s western provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. The Canadian Rockies straddle a vast area and showcase the power of nature. In every direction, there are mountain tops of sculptured rock and rivers of slate-colored water flowing through woods that carpet the surrounding hillsides. Forests are filled with […]

You can travel to the most remote areas of the world in comfort with familiar surroundings on a ship built for Expedition-style cruising. This is not big ship cruising with Broadway shows, casinos, and late night dancing in pulsating nightclubs. On a Hurtigruten expedition ship, you’ll see penguins and polar bears, whales and sea lions, […]