One of the things I love most about river cruising is how often a first sailing turns into a second… before clients have even unpacked. Peter and his wife were referred to me directly by AmaWaterways when they began researching a Danube river cruise. Like many travellers, they wanted guidance on the differences between […]
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One of the highlights of attending the River Cruise Corner: Award-Winning River Cruises & Some of the Best AMA Offers I’ve Seen This Year ❤️ It was wonderful this week to see AmaWaterways recognized at the TravelPulse Canada awards with: ✨ Best River Cruise Line ✨ Best River Cruise Line – Culinary And I was
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One of the highlights of attending the River Cruise Expo in Amsterdam this March was sitting down with Michelle Palma, Executive Vice President of Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, to talk about what truly makes Uniworld different. And honestly? You feel it almost immediately when you step onboard. From the moment you enter, Uniworld
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One of the things I love most about river cruising is the feeling. Not the checklist. Not the “must-see” attractions. Not rushing from place to place. The feeling. The quiet morning light over the Danube. A cappuccino as castles drift by on the Rhine. A glass of wine while vineyards roll past your balcony
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I’ll be honest—“bike and barge” hasn’t always been a glowing recommendation from me. I’ve had clients come back from trips in France with stories that were… memorable, but not in the way you want: Bathrooms where the toilet and shower were basically the same space Bunk beds so tight you could touch both walls
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Some testimonials make you smile. This one made me laugh — because it says exactly what I aim to do for every client. By: TateReviewed on: 25 Apr 2026 “In my experience — and I’ve been around long enough to spot the difference — Sheila actually knows what she’s doing. She doesn’t just push whatever
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For some travellers, a great trip is about museums, beaches, or iconic landmarks. For others, it’s about discovering a destination through what’s poured into the glass. ❤️ Beer travel is about so much more than drinking. It’s about culture, history, craftsmanship, local traditions, food, and the joy of gathering together. From centuries-old beer halls
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AMA Waterways – Festive Delights on the Rhine – November 23-30, 2027 Festive Delights on the Rhine! I’m thrilled to announce my newest hosted group — and I’d love for you to consider joining us for a magical kickoff to the holiday season in 2027! We’ll be sailing AmaWaterways’ Festive Delights itinerary from
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Every spring, Ottawa bursts into colour. More than a million tulips bloom across the city. Pathways fill with visitors. Cameras come out. Winter feels officially over. Soon, the Canadian Tulip Festival will welcome locals and visitors once again to Commissioners Park at Dow’s Lake for one of the capital’s most beloved traditions. But what
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Sheila Gallant-Halloran shares what being named a Virtuoso Cruise Icon for the third consecutive year means for clients—and why working with a river cruise expert or expedition cruise expert can make all the difference when choosing the right luxury cruise experience.
