“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 …
For foodies, there’s much new in the way of tasty culinary cruises. The Meandering Traveler has gathered savory culinary news tidbits for 2024. So, come along and get hungry just thinking about the delicious tastes! (Photo above shows chefs serving …
The cruise industry’s version of royalty — one of Cunard Line’s elegant “queens” — will arrive in South Florida to operate new Caribbean itineraries in 2025. The 2,081-passenger Queen Elizabeth will homeport at Miami to operate 33 voyages between September …
With 36 years of Tahiti experience, Windstar Cruises this week introduced the all-suite, 312-guest Star Breeze for year-round operations in French Polynesia. So, whatever time of the year you’d like to vacation in the South Pacific, this luxury, motorized ship …
For many travelers eager to see Alaska, the journey is often a “bucket list” trip to see spectacular scenery and wildlife. Many simply can’t wait to spot brown or black bears in the wild. Definitely, Alaska bear viewing is an …
For loyal past Viking guests or those considering a Viking river, ocean or expedition vacation, here’s the lastest and greatest. The Meandering Traveler presents three Top Viking News Tips! First, Viking plans to name its next ocean vessel Viking Vesta. …
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 …
Travelers heading out this year or next on a European vacation often are retired, but perhaps still managing a business or doing part-time corporate project work. Other travelers are younger and still fully employed, but have the ability to work …
Just two weeks into 2024, The Meandering Traveler has sifted through news and developments on the travel scene. Here’s a fun, snapshot “read” about some of the best travel news tidbits by land and sea for the new year ahead! …
As 2024 begins, The Meandering Traveler is just back from a seven-night AmaWaterways holiday-season cruise from Lyon to Arles, France. Our Rhone River journey on AmaKristina proved a perfect mix of festive activities, shore tours and fabulous cuisine. Certainly, one …
