“Travel truly changes people, particularly journeys or expeditions that are focused on wildlife and nature,” says Fia Bauer, a six-year personal travel planner with Pavlus Travel, Albuquerque, NM. In essence, exploring the world is an amazing gift of discovery. “Seeing …
In this blog, globetrotter Rose Morrissey, a $10 million sales producer and 20-year Pavlus Travel personal travel planner, happily provides our readers with her “take” on top vacation picks and travel tips for 2024. But first, The Meandering Traveler chats with …
What’s “super hot” for cruise travel in early 2024? It’s expedition cruising, and many travelers are choosing a “bucket list” trip to the end of the Earth — a journey to Antarctica, “The White Continent.” Yes, it’s a bit of …
Looking for a relaxing, comfortable, luxurious small-ship cruise? Certainly, there are many popular luxury small ships or expedition vessels. But have you considered Ponant? This upscale line with a French flair operates a diverse fleet of luxury small ships. In …
When it comes to crisscrossing the globe on vacation, Susan Bender, a 20-year personal travel planner for Pavlus Travel, loves land tours that also have an educational or enrichment component. “Tours that include seeing wildlife in their natural habitats are …
Building on 18 years of front-line Disney Cruise Line and Crystal Cruises experience, Mandy Mac Mullin, a personal travel planner for Pavlus Travel & Cruise, certainly has a unique portfolio of travel expertise. So, when she dreams of her personal …
If you’ve been there, done that on voyages across the globe, what’s next? Chances are that you may not have been to the ends of the Earth where luxurious expedition ships venture. So, for five voyages that will provide a …
When boldly going where not that many people have gone before — to the end of the Earth on a luxurious expedition cruise — where should you vacation? What’s the best choice? The Arctic or Antarctic region? Most expedition cruise …
What’s your cruise vacation style? If you immediately think that’s “small-ship, relaxed, luxurious, fun, off-the-beaten-path and immersive,” then definitely check out Windstar Cruises. It’s casual cruising but with pampering service and amenities. (Windstar Cruises’ Star Breeze is shown above in …
Heading on a seagoing vacation is fantastic, but you likely also want — or absolutely need — to stay in touch with friends, family members or “the office” back home. In the past, Internet/Wi-Fi service at sea was often sketchy. …
