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Queen Mary 2; Queen of the Oceans

2019-03-05

Hello Everyone, This week, a little interesting information on my last ship and the only true Ocean Liner still operating in the World today; the unique “Queen Mary 2”, affectionately known as “QM2”. If you are a traveller and you are making a “bucket list” of trips to take in your lifetime, then a voyage […]

More tales from Chile

2019-02-26

Hello Everyone, Travel leaves one with so many great memories to recall and relive after the event, in a quiet moment or two and I still frequently find myself recalling recent memories from my amazing trip to the beautiful country of Chile. My wife and I stayed with good friends in the Chilean region of […]

30 Hot New Hotels to Check Out in 2019 – Part 1

2019-02-26

With modern-day perks like private butlers and pick-your-own prices, these fabulous new hotels may be perfect for your next vacation. Are you planning your 2019 travels but don’t know where to stay? Consider some new properties that boast luxurious and unusual amenities. From resorts set along the deep blue Caribbean Sea to trendy hubs in […]

World Voyages on Cunard’s Queens!

2019-02-19

Hello Everyone, Well it seems like only yesterday that I was writing in this blog on how it was World Voyage time of year again, as the Cunard vessels and many other cruise vessels got ready to head off for anything from 3 to 4 months for their annual circumnavigation of the World – in […]

The Caribbean Comeback: 12 New and Renovated Caribbean Hotels to Visit

2019-02-19

These island properties are sure to impress travelers. Expect excellent amenities, beautiful beachfront locations and upgraded accommodations at these resorts. The 2017 hurricane season took a major toll on the Caribbean islands, causing widespread destruction and hardship for the region. And while some hotels are still recovering from the damage, the Caribbean is on the […]

From the South Pacific to the Chilean Andes!

2019-02-12

Before I tell you more of my recent trip to the amazing country of Chile, it’s worth mentioning that my good friend and the “main man” behind The World’s Greatest Vacations, Richard Shane is currently travelling with Paul Gauguin Cruises aboard their award winning luxury small ship “Paul Gauguin” in the South Pacific. Paul Gauguin […]

10 Top All-Inclusive Resorts in the USA

2019-02-11

Go all-in for these luxe resorts flush with amenities. Enjoy hassle-free travel at these all-inclusive getaways. Though all-inclusive properties aren’t as common in the U.S. as they are in vacation hot spots like Mexico or the Caribbean, there are still plenty of luxurious American resorts perfect for guests on the hunt for a hassle-free vacation. […]

Travels in Chile!

2019-02-05

Hello everyone – Captain Peter Philpott here once again and as mentioned in my last blog, I’m freshly returned from a wonderful trip to the amazing country of Chile…! After a career at sea and mainly in the cruising industry, I have been lucky enough to visit a huge number of countries all around the […]

AAA Announces 2019 Diamond Award Winners

2019-02-04

Of the more than 27,000 properties evaluated, 1,843 hotels earned Four and Five Diamond awards. On Jan. 31, AAA announced its annual lists of Four and Five Diamond hotels. A total of 123 properties in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean were added to the prestigious lists this year. AAA’s Diamond Rating is […]

Travel Plans!

2019-01-15

Hello again everyone and I hope you are having fun with your vacation planning for 2019 and possibly beyond. There is such a choice out there and right now the world really is our oyster, as they say. To make the decision even more exciting, new cruise lines are starting up – Virgin Voyages are […]