When it comes to criss-crossing 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 …
With just a month to go in 2023, The Meandering Traveler gathered up five fascinating “end of year” developments. What’s coming up? What can travelers expect for 2024 and 2025? What’s the latest travel news? Check out our “Shorts” below. …
Certainly, an escorted luxury tour is an easy-peasy way to travel, with an expert tour director guiding and facilitating all the touring action. But to “up” the vacation pampering with a more intimate touring approach, consider “small-group” escorted luxury tours …
Growing up as a “military brat” who moved all over the world, Stephanie Potter says, “I came by my passion for travel naturally.” Today, this expert travel advisor for Pavlus Travel loves cruising the globe, diving into “foodie” pursuits, taking …
Last week, The Meandering Traveler looked at the “Best Ancient Sites in Rome,” providing a snapshot look at six of our favorites. Now, in this follow-up piece, we’re giving history buffs and archaeological fans 10 “More Top Ancient Roman Sites” …
A trip to Rome just wouldn’t be complete without a historical excursion or two. So, how does a traveler even begin to choose a starting point? Well, in today’s blog, The Meandering Traveler chooses six of Rome’s best ancient sites …
If you love river cruising but also like vacations longer than a week, AmaWaterways has new offerings. The luxury river line is debuting new European combination cruises for 2025. This new “Grand” series of 14-night itineraries, includes “Grand Seine & …
Whether sailing “the ocean blue” or heading ashore during a port call, luxury cruisers love exploring “traditions.” Sometimes, cruise guests simply watch, other times they participate. It’s all about taking a deep dive into local culture! So, today’s Experiential Pavlus …
As river cruisers know, it’s intriguing to discover what’s around the next bend in the river. Similarly, The Meandering Traveler couldn’t wait to catch up with Kristin Karst, co-owner and executive vice president of luxury river cruise line, AmaWaterways. During …
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 …
