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Lessons From Living in London

2013-10-24

How do you make a new city your own? How do you turn it from a place you know as a tourist into a place you call home? How do you transform yourself from traveler to resident? The things we notice when we visit cities are rarely the things we notice when we live in […]

Trafalgar Announces: Experience Value Beyond the Expected in Europe

2013-10-23

Description: Travel with us and you’ll experience the sights like an insider. Hearing stories from local experts, watching artisans at work, even dining with local families in their homes. And you’ll get our best deals if you book by January 15, 2014: Save up to $1,700 per couple* with 10% Early Payment Discount. Past Guests […]

Fashion Faux Pas? How On Board Apparel Has Changed with the Times

2013-10-23

In the early 1900s, when cruises were limited to wealthy passengers that were used to living lavishly, the evening attire of guests on board consisted of ball gowns, opulent jewelry and tuxedos. In the 1960s, cruising became more affordable for the middle class and while cruisers weren’t able to replicate the extravagances of the generation […]

A Winter Road Trip Through the Southwest

2013-10-22

Didn’t get your permit to see The Wave? Have no fear. You can have the same experience (some say better) at White Pocket, part of South Coyote Buttes. Although you do need a permit, you don’t need to win the lottery to do it and the experience is unforgettable! — Andi Fisher Read more

10 Things to Know Before Visiting Sicily

2013-10-18

Sicily has beautiful black-sand beaches, a volcano to ski on and desserts to satisfy the sweetest tooth. Plus 8,000 mummified citizens in the catacombs of Palermo, to keep you awake at night. Oh, and the Mafia? There are hundreds of places to eat, shop and sleep run by Sicilians who have said no to organized […]

The 10 Best Cruise Questions to Ask Your Travel Agent

2013-10-17

When working with a travel agent to book a cruise, the first thing you should always check is that your Travel Agent is CLIA certified and works for a reputable travel agency. After that, there are 10 questions you should ask to ensure you get your ideal cruise booked. What cruise ship is best for […]

13 of the Coolest Travel ‘Gimmicks’

2013-10-16

Cruises are good; cruises with a pool table that levels itself as the ship rolls are awesome. Here are some of the best gimmicks — which we’re defining as not strictly necessary but nevertheless fun things — to be found in the travel world today. Gyroscopic pool table: Royal Caribbean Radiance of the Seas. Royal […]

Deal Watch: Royal Caribbean sets Caribbean Promotion

2013-10-15

Royal Caribbean is planning a new promotion that will bring on-board spending credits of up to $100 with new bookings. The six-day offer, to kick of on Oct. 20, will be good for seven-night Caribbean sailings during the summer of 2014. Under terms of the offer, customers booking an interior or ocean-view cabin will receive […]

Palaces, Castles, Chateaus: 12 Regal Stays

2013-10-14

Throughout the world, but mainly in Europe and parts of Asia, numerous palaces, castles and chateaus have been carefully converted into deluxe lodgings — rich in history and, understandably, often in cost. Some of the finest include the newly opened Four Seasons Lion Palace in St. Petersburg and the recently renovated Gritti Palace in Venice […]

Celebrate Halloween on the High Seas

2013-10-14

Ghosts and ghouls will be part of cruising come Halloween when cruise passengers can expect all sorts of spooky celebrations on the high seas. On Princess ships, during Halloween week, there will be costume parties, contests and theme nights, including special events for kids. Passengers can partake in such activities as Jack-O-Lantern carving demonstrations, Halloween-themed […]