The award-winning 2021 movie “Belfast” tells the tale of a loving young family living in the city during 1969, the era of “The Troubles.” It’s a poignant story, revealing the difficulties of life back in the day. Fortunately, in the …
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. …
During March 2023, top travel suppliers and destinations announced new options for globetrotters. So, without further ado, here are three enticing travel news updates from March 2023. (Buckingham Palace in London, U.K., is shown above. Photo by Visit London) Disney …
We’re rollin’ on the river – the Mississippi River – while sailing this week between New Orleans, LA, and Memphis, TN, with executives of American Queen Voyages. So, The Meandering Traveler is getting some hints about the new culinary offerings …
“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. …
Do you enjoy listening to live classical music performances or, alternatively, whipping up savory new dishes in a cooking class? Are you passionate about wine tasting, maritime heritage or other specialized activities? Fortunately, you can easily customize your vacation by …
It’s that time again. Here’s a look at The Meandering Traveler’s anecdotal picks for the “Top 5 Best Travel Tidbits, News or Fun Factoids” for October 2022.” 1. Our Top 5: Regent Seven Seas and Faberge Partner for “Egg …
“The Love Boat”… promises something for everyone!” So sang Jack Jones and later Dionne Warwick. Many of us can still sing those words! The song lyrics, specifically that promise, certainly “rang true” last Saturday at the start of a special seven-night …
Travelers who visit Europe — such fascinating cities as Rome, Monte Carlo, Venice, London or Istanbul — often recall famous movies filmed there. The trip is often impetus to re-view a famous flick, such as “Roman Holiday,” or alternatively, to …
Nothing creates wanderlust quite the way seeing destinations across the globe in a hit movie does. From seeing Greece in “Mamma Mia!” to perusing the waterways of Bruges, Belgium, and viewing “Girl with the Pearl Earring” in Amsterdam, movie goers say: …
