Top Things to Do in New Orleans

New Orleans is a city, like no other. A little southern flare, a great music scene, and a culture all its own. From Bourbon to Canal Street, Magazine to Frenchman, the food, fun, and festival is around every corner. Check out our list below of the best restaurants in New Orleans for a true southern […]

Best Art & Culture Gallery Exhibits To Visit In Nashville

Nashville is known for country music, Tennessee whiskey, and hot chicken. But the city also offers a wide range of cultural activities. Nashville art galleries are some of the best in the United States. From local artists to world-wide masterpieces, we have compiled a Nashville Art & Culture Gallery Exhibits list that will give all […]

A holiday trip is the perfect gift for your family

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 […]

Luxury Comes to Contemporary Cruising

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: Printers Alley

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 […]

Iconic Greek Islands and Istanbul

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 […]

Incredible Istanbul

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 […]

Get to Know your MAST Travel Advisors

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 […]

The Rail Journey of a Lifetime

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 […]