The “explorer genes” run deep at Lindblad Expeditions. Founder Lars-Eric Lindblad, a Swedish-American entrepreneur, led some of the first non-scientific groups of travelers to Antarctica in 1966 and the Galápagos Islands in 1967. Exploring the most remote regions of the …
Travel Advisor Spotlight! Celebrating 10 years with Pavlus Travel, Lauren Riesenberger, a highly experienced personal travel planner, is eagerly awaiting May 6, 2023. That’s coronation day at London’s Westminster Abbey for Charles III and his wife, Camilla, as king and …
Are you considering or dreaming about a pampering river cruise? During AmaWaterways cruises on global rivers, travelers can enjoy top-notch service, get “up close” to destinations, gaze at eco-beauty and sip and savor fine wine and cuisine. Best of …
Jumping into cold Arctic or Antarctic waters, some travelers can’t wait to take that “polar plunge” as a fun activity. In a similar vein, Jamie Roach, a personal travel planner for Pavlus Travel, does that closer to home and …
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 …
Another new, 168-passenger Viking Longship is headed for France’s Seine River. Launching in 2025, the river rambler will sail Viking’s popular eight-day “Paris & the Heart of Normandy” river cruise. Are you ready to admire iconic landmarks in the “City …
As January 2023 fades into history, The Meandering Traveler looks at a mix of top news, quirky travel tidbits and interesting developments from the month. 1. Travel News: Oceania Cruises: It’s Allura Oceania Cruises, which will launch its first new …
When it’s time for Pam Chavez, an 18-year veteran of Pavlus Travel, to head out and explore the world, the expert travel advisor loves visiting Italy, Ireland and Peru. Why those destinations in particular? She sums it up succinctly: “The …
Do you love river cruising? Seeking a more full-bodied river vacation — one that lasts longer and covers more territory? Well, then Uniworld Boutique River Cruises may have just the perfect river experience for you! Uniworld has unveiled its second …
“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 …
