In the 19th century, Alphonse de Lamartine, a French minister for Europe and foreign affairs, once remarked, “If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul.” To do so, readers can easily visit this …
Celebrating 150 years of sailing history this month, Holland America Line’s flagship Rotterdam is headed across the Atlantic right now — on target for an April 18, 2023, meet-up with VIPs and Dutch citizens and royalty in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. …
Yippee! The world’s fastest growing sport is going afloat. For those seeking pickleball action during an upscale cruise, we’re excited to hear about recent news announcements. Just recently, Celebrity Cruises said that it’s setting up pickleball play for nine of its …
“Small is big” aptly describes Tauck’s growing philosophy about escorted tours. It’s ramped up the number of small group land tour departures offered in 2023. Tauck plans 35 percent more Small Group Journeys this year, when compared to pre-pandemic levels. …
Starting in late April and May, cruise travelers will begin arriving in Vancouver, B.C. as the 2023 Alaska cruise season gets under way. Last year, the Port of Vancouver welcomed a record 307 cruise ships, with more expected this year. So, what’s …
Are you cruising to America’s Last Frontier in 2023? If you’re planning an Alaska cruise, you may be starting or ending your cruise at either Seattle, WA, or Vancouver, B.C. Whichever the case, The Meandering Traveler has helpful tips and snippets about …
“Everything old is new again” goes the popular saying. And, starting in summer 2024, two Princess Cruises’ ships will call for the first time at a U.S. East Coast destination with more than 300 years of history. Here’s the scoop. …
If you’re dreaming about seeing Pisa’s Leaning Tower, sipping a glass of Chianti in Siena, or perusing great art in Florence, then travel in Tuscany is truly a dream come true. Located in central Italy northwest of Rome, Tuscany (or Toscana) spans 8,900 …
Cruise travelers will sail within Alaska’s waters on 60 ships, large and small, during the 2023 cruise season. Did you know that 700 voyages are planned between April and September? So, you’ll have a big choice of voyage options. Some …
“Follow the fish, not the fleets!” That’s how Tauck sums it up when describing the appeal of its luxurious small ship cruise itineraries. We couldn’t agree more. Moving into 2023, luxury small ship ocean cruising is rapidly developing into …
