June, 2013 found me on the sailing from Seward to Vancouver in the Inside Passage of Alaska. Most passengers embarked via the train arranged by Silversea thus there was an influx that I anticipate is not normal for Silversea causing a line to...
READ MOREPicture yourself on a floating work of art filled with smiling faces and some of the best food you have ever eaten……….a dream ….no it’s Oceania Riviera. I just returned from a 14-day transatlantic cruise on Oceania’s newest ship...
READ MOREI recently returned from a wonderful trip to Cancun/Riviera Maya. The resort property we stayed at was the El Dorado Seaside Suites.  This is a couples only resort with an emphasis on service.  The staff works hard to give the guests...
READ MORELos Angeles (May 17, 2013) – Viking Cruises today announced the launch of its ocean product line, Viking Ocean Cruises (www.vikingcruises.com/oceans), marking the introduction of the travel industry’s first new cruise line in nearly a decade...
READ MOREThere are many cruises that leave from NYC and Bayonne/Newark.  This is a great time to add a trip to Niagara Falls. If you did not drive there are ,various options including bus tours that depart NYC and return there. If you are flying...
READ MOREThis Is Not Your Grandmother’s Cruise Ship For many years, my opinion of NCL and its struggles was that it was a top down issue. “Was” is the operative word here now that Kevin Sheehan is at the helm.  The problems that...
READ MORECentrally and conviently located is the beautiful Ritz Carlton Santiago. Inside the hotel is elegant and serene. Typical for a Ritz, the service and attitude is impeccable. The room and bath well appointed and spacious. Club Level...
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READ MOREWritten by Linda Allen Exuding unpretentious elegance, the Oceania Riviera has broad appeal to the well-traveled. At just 1,250 passengers, she is a mid-size ship with a private home feeling. The focal point of the Riviera is the Lalique Grand...
READ MOREThe Fairmont Monte Carlo is a unique four-star resort property located in the heart of Monte Carlo. The Fairmont  has over 600 rooms and was built on land claimed from the sea.  This design and location make for a property that is...
READ MOREAfter selling the Magic for many months and knowing the ship so well from her deck plan and her photos, seeing her for the first time was like seeing a dear friend. The Magic is truly a beautiful ship. Not a detail was left to chance. Â Her...
READ MOREWritten by Natalie Brisco, Assistant to Linda Allen I had the opportunity to sail on the Carnival Magic in April, 2012. Â This sailing came during the Easter holiday and quite a few children were expected onboard, so my husband and I opted to...
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