You’ll find passengers from a variety of countries on most sailings, though with more of a European base than many other lines, and a wide range of ages from …
San Juan, the capital of Puerto Rico, has the busiest ocean terminal in the West Indies. Caribbean cruises not only stop here, several originate here. While cruise groups, by …
One of the nice thing about travelling solo on cruises is that you can always ask to be seated with other guests, so you never have to dine alone. …
The Panama Canal is an awesome feat of engineering and human effort. Construction began in 1880 and wasn’t completed until 1914, at the expense of thousands of lives. Transiting …
Cool Tech Stuff: These ships were built in the mid-1980s, but they’ve been outfitted for the 21st century. Along with solid Wi-Fi throughout, jet skis and MP3 players are …
No port of call in the southern Caribbean can compete with Barbados when it comes to natural beauty, attractions, and endless stretches of pink and white sandy beaches. Its …
Enrichment Is Truly Impressive: The lecturers include big names, with politicians, noteworthy academics, and celebrities, especially on crossings. Proper High Tea: The afternoon tea is a highlight, with warm …
While there are plenty of onboard expenses to contend with (at least on mainstream lines), these charges are made easier thanks to the fact that cruises operate on a …
With small bays and hidden coves that were once havens for pirates, the British Virgin Islands (BVIs) are among the world’s loveliest cruising regions. Once-sleepy Tortola, one of the …
Who can resist a two-for-one deal? That’s what you get on St. Martin, which has been shared by France and the Netherlands for more than 350 years. The French …
With thousands of suitcases to deal with, big ships have established the routine of requiring guests to pack the night before they disembark if they don’t want to carry …
Geographically speaking, Sitka is not on the Inside Passage at all, but rather on the Pacific coast of Baranof Island. However, it’s included in a fair number of Inside …
A few hints that should save you time and aggravation at the end of your cruise: Tips on Tipping Tipping is a subject that some people find confusing. First, …
In Alaska, which has fewer paved roads than virtually any other state, getting around can be a problem In fact, some cities like Juneau, the state capital are not …
After a decade of successful operations in Europe aimed primarily at German-speaking clientele, A-ROSA reached out to the North American market in 2013. The line kept their product offering …