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    Silversea Cruises launches wellness program inspired by ancient Rome

    By Pavlus Traveler on Sunday, November 14, 2021

    Otium dedicated to optimum wellness By Patti Pietschmann, Travel Diva   Passengers sailing on  Silversea’s Silver Dawn  in spring 2022 are in for a extra big treat–the debut of  the Otium  spa–  a bacchanal of well being.   The name  derives …

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    Last minute Halloween hacks for ghost seekers and leaf peepers

    By Pavlus Traveler on Monday, October 25, 2021

    There’s still time to plan fall forays By Patti Pietschmann, Travel Diva   Halloween is less than a week away.  How are you celebrating the Day of the Dead? Maybe some simple leaf peeping plus visits to spooky spots? Read …

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    Crystal extends vaccine requirement through 2022 on all cruises

    By Pavlus Traveler on Monday, September 20, 2021

    Making cruises safer for all Continuing to help keep passengers and crew safe from contracting Covid19, Crystal Cruises is extending its requirement for proof of vaccinations through December 2022. This is particularly beneficial for folks who enjoy going ashore  hassle-free  …

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    Crystal river cruises that will rock your boat

    By Pavlus Traveler on Wednesday, September 1, 2021

    The most luxurious riverboats rolling By Patti Pietschmann, Travel Diva Crystal Cruises  riverboats are as extraordinary as the luxury cruise operator  itself. Each of of its stylish ships feature butlers, fine food and sophisticated service.  And,   Life on board each  …

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    Princess reveals new deployment for Diamond Princess

    By Pavlus Traveler on Tuesday, August 18, 2020

    Grandiose ship moving out of Japan to South America and Antarctica By Patti Pietschmann, Travel Diva Princess Cruises announced last week it was taking the Diamond Princess out of Asia.  Today the line revealed the new destinations. As you might …

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    Hawaii Gov. extends 14-day visitor quarantine to combat Covid19 spread

    By Pavlus Traveler on Wednesday, May 20, 2020

    Aloha spirit at its low as Islands suffer low tourism and visitor frustration Patti Pietschmann, Travel Diva Swaying palm trees, white sand beaches, heady scents of plumeria and vibrant rainbows normally welcome visitors  Hawaii’s archipelago paradise. But anyone going to …

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    Covid19 continues to bring change as mandatory masks become the new ‘normal’ on Delta

    By Pavlus Traveler on Friday, May 1, 2020

    Crew and passengers must keep noses and mouths from terminal to taxing and disembarkation By Patti Pietschmann Travel Diva It was bound to happen. Airlines are beginning to require face masks for everybody to be worn in the check-in lobby, …

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    Coronavirus updates: Italy is keeping country closed to tourism ‘til 2021

    By Pavlus Traveler on Monday, April 27, 2020

    Cruises and other travel to Europe may be off-bounds for a long time By Patti Pietschmann Travel Diva Late breaking update: As we all know coronavirus is unpredictable as it seems is Italy’s tourism minister who is back tracking from …

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    Dine like a rock star during DineLA Restaurant week

    By Pavlus Traveler on Thursday, January 16, 2020

    Restaurants drop prices while chefs strut their culinary stuff By Patti Pietschmann Travel & Dining Diva If you’re heading to Los Angeles  around January 17 to catch a ship, visit friends or relatives, or take a vacation, you hit the …

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    Silversea creates dream escapes with 197 new cruise itineraries

    By Pavlus Traveler on Monday, October 21, 2019

     Luxury fleet explores Antarctica,  Australia, Iceland, the Med and more By Patti Pietschmann Travel Diva Muse and moon Every Silversea feels like a dream voyage. Ships  are all suites with balconies.  Butlers pamper you silly. The food is heavenly. All …

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