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Travel Advisor Shari Bazzoni says: “Much to See & Do in North America”

By Susan J. Young on Friday, April 14, 2023

If there’s no place like home, then a vacation that’s closer to home can be a great option. In fact, many consumers tell their travel advisor they desire such a getaway as their second or third trip of the year. …

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Entrance to B. B. King's Blues Club on Holland America's Rotterdam. Photo by Susan J. Young

Music Walk! HAL’s Rolling Stone Rock Room, Billboard Onboard & B.B. King’s Blues Club

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, April 12, 2023

As Billboard Onboard’s two energetic piano players concluded their half-hour music set of “One Hit Wonders,” we experienced the beauty of Music Walk on Holland America Line’s Rotterdam this week. Grabbing our drink, we quickly strolled just a few feet across the corridor. …

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Rotterdam in the Netherlands during Holland America's 150th anniversary. Photo by Holland America Line.

Holland America Hoopla! 150 Years Plus 2 Top Dining Spots on Rotterdam

By Susan J. Young on Sunday, April 9, 2023

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. …

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The new 360 Extraordinary Experience on two Princess Cruises' modern Love Boats is a multisensory extravaganza. Photo by Princess Cruises.

A Big Wow! New “360: An Extraordinary Experience” for Suite Guests on 2 “Love Boat” Ships

By Susan J. Young on Sunday, April 2, 2023

Editor’s Update: Since this blog was originally published, there’s been a Princess update. As a result, this experience is now open to all Discovery Princess or Enchanted Princess guests, regardless of cabin type. Suite guests will still be invited at …

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Travelers headed to London this year to see the top sites, such as Buckingham Palace shown here, have new options for luxury hotel stays. Photo by Visit London.

Travel News from Disney, Visit London & “The Love Boat”

By Susan J. Young on Friday, March 31, 2023

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 …

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It’s Pickleball! Hottest Sport Now on Celebrity, AmaWaterways & Other Lines

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Yippee! The world’s fastest growing sport is going afloat. For those seeking pickleball action during an upscale cruise, we’re excited to hear about recent news announcements. Just recently, Celebrity Cruises said that it’s setting up pickleball play for nine of its …

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It’s In The Genes! Lindblad Expeditions Delivers Immersive, Small-Ship Adventures

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, March 25, 2023

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 …

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Lauren Riesenberger of Pavlus Travel is shown in Florence, Italy, one of her favorite travel destinations. Photo by Lauren Riesenberger.

Advisor Spotlight! Lauren Riesenberger Adores Royal Happenings & Italian Culture

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, March 21, 2023

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 …

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Silversea Cruises Silver Endeavour. Photo by Silversea Cruises.

Silversea Unveils New Luxury Suites for Silver Endeavour

By Susan J. Young on Friday, March 17, 2023

What’s coming up soon in expedition cruising? In one snazzy “reveal,” Silversea Cruises announced this week that it will enhance suite choices for guests on its nearly new expedition ship Silver Endeavour (shown in the photo above; photo by Silversea Cruises). …

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Savannah's Forsyth Park. Photo by Tauck.

Spotlight: A Trio Of Tauck Small Group Journeys Close To Home

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, March 14, 2023

 “Small is big” aptly describes Tauck’s growing philosophy about escorted tours. It’s ramped up the number of small group land tour departures offered in 2023. Tauck plans 35 percent more Small Group Journeys this year, when compared to pre-pandemic levels.  …

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