The Tourist…
“The tourist who moves about to see and hear and open himself to all the influences of the places which condense centuries of human greatness is only a man in search of excellence.” ~ Max Lerner
Really ‘Cool’ Ice Bar on Norweigian Breakaway
Bermuda: Norwegian Cruise Line announced today that Norwegian Breakaway, the line’s newest ship, will offer a true Ice Bar on board, which will be kept at 17 degrees Fahrenheit and will feature ice sculptures of the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liber...
Windstar Sails ahead with 2013 Cruises
Bermuda: Windstar Cruises announced today that advance bookings on 2013 sailings are 60% ahead of the prior year. Based on current pace, 2013 will mark the fourth straight year of increasing revenue for the small-ship cruise line. I must hurry back t...
2012 Fee Free US National Parks Weekend
As a way to celebrate Veterans Day, the National Parks Service has designated Veterans Day Weekend (Nov 10-12, 2012) as a Fee Free weekend! All entrance fees will be waived for all of the US National Parks. Please check ahead of time, just in case of...
Slow Down – Don’t Move So Fast
“What I find is that you can do almost anything or go almost anywhere, if you’re not in a hurry.” ~ Paul Theroux
Disney Gets Set To Celebrate Christmas
Cruise: Disney Cruise Lines offers their cruise passengers some fun for kids of all ages during the Holiday Season. The festive events and activities on board the ship are a tree lighting ceremony in the Atrium lobby where real snow will actually fal...
Royal Caribbean Introduces Royal Romance Weddings
Engaged couples can now experience the romance of being joined at sea by the Captain aboard a Royal Caribbean International ship through the Royal Romance weddings and vow renewal program. The Commonwealth of the Bahamas has cleared the cruise line t...
Lemony Snicket on Passport Photo’s
“A passport, as I’m sure you know, is a document that one shows to government officials whenever one reaches a border between countries, so the officials can learn who you are, where you were born, and how you look when photographed unflatteringl...
Norwegian’s Getaway Newest Ship Has Traditional Ceremony
Cruise: Norwegian Cruise Line board members, executives and officials from MEYER WERFT took part in the Keel Laying Ceremony of Norwegian Getaway at the ship yard in Papenburg, Germany on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 One doesn’t discover new lands wit...
Carnival Cruise Lines Offer’s Military Discounts
Cruise: In honor of Veteran’s Day, Carnival Cruise Lines is offering a promotion throughout November that allows active and retired military personnel to book up to three “Fun Ship” staterooms at discounted rates for themselves and their friend...