Earlier this year, before embarking on my own Danube sailing, I had the chance to tour the Avalon Impression while she was docked in beautiful Vienna — and now I’ve turned that visit into a short reel so you can come along with me. 🎥✨ Avalon’s ships have a contemporary, airy elegance — bright […]
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Europe’s rivers in late November and December sparkle with something special — even when the famous markets start to close, the spirit of the season still lingers in the air. Think cobblestone streets strung with lights, cozy cafés serving mulled wine, and the scent of roasted chestnuts drifting from town squares. 🎄✨ While most
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Travelers often tell me the same things when I bring up expedition cruising: “Isn’t it too adventurous? Too expensive? Isn’t it just for retirees?” That’s why, over the next few weeks, I’m unpacking the 6 biggest myths about expedition cruising and sharing the truth — drawn from my own adventures in Antarctica, the Amazon, the
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The world-famous Oktoberfest in Munich kicked off on September 20 and is in full swing right now — but AmaWaterways guests don’t need to wait until autumn to join the celebration. On every Danube River cruise, you’ll enjoy an exclusive Bavarian Oktoberfest in Vilshofen, Germany — year-round! ✨ Imagine lively Bavarian music, warm pretzels straight
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From Train Tracks to Luxury Decks | Touring Silversea’s Silver Shadow in Montreal 🚆⚓️ From Train Tracks to Luxury Decks | Touring Silversea’s Silver Shadow in Montreal From the train tracks of Ottawa to the luxury decks of Silversea’s Silver Shadow in Montreal This all-suite ship—part of the Shadow Class—features 196 spacious suites and was
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Sleeping Underwater on a River Cruise? Fixed-window cabins are the most budget-friendly, but here’s the catch: the window sits about 5 feet up — so you’ve got to stand to see out. When you’re lying in bed, you’re basically below the waterline… hello, underwater vibes! 💦 I tried one myself on Uniworld’s River Duchess (complete
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Expedition Cruising: Awe, Wonder, and Why It Might Be Your Next Journey On Thursday this week, I had the honour of being invited to speak at the ACTA Canadian Travel Summit on a panel called “Mastering Adventure Cruising: How to Identify and Attract Your Ideal Clients.” This wasn’t about me learning the ropes.
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What REALLY Happens on an Antarctica Cruise? (It’s Not What You Think…) Think an Antarctica cruise is just floating past icebergs? ❄️ Think again. Here’s what it’s actually like to explore the White Continent on a Lindblad Expeditions | National Geographic journey—based on my own experience aboard the Endurance: 🎓 Sit in the “Circle of
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Ever wondered what it’s really like to have a sun lounge balcony on a river cruise? Step inside Scenic Amber, where the design blends indoor comfort with open-air views. https://youtube.com/shorts/yQcxm6X_A28?si=cC4cX3QCzOUzuJiL With the push of a button, the floor-to-ceiling window lowers — leaving a wood ledge at eye level so you can rest a drink,
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When most travellers think of expedition cruising, their minds immediately go to Antarctica, the Arctic, or the Galápagos. But did you know you can enjoy the same small-ship luxury and immersive exploration — right here in North America’s Great Lakes? I recently toured Ponant’s Le Champlain, one of their sleek Explorers-class vessels. Currently chartered by
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