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Cruises mean many different things to many different people. One thing that’s always mentioned when the topic comes up, though, is the food. Cruise ships are well known for having…

Summer cruise season is in full swing and I recently spent a day aboard the Star Legend, one of Windstar Cruises’ six ships. It wasn’t all balmy breezes and champagne—although…

When you’re cruising, part of the fun is enjoying great food in ways you would normally never eat at home. On some cruises, there is a flip side to that…

The audience stood up and cheered loudly as the 24 crew members walked onto the stage. The guests were passengers of the ill-fated Viking Sky that nearly ran aground off…

Orderly vineyards blanket the rolling hills, where both small and large wineries dot the arid landscape every few miles. Since the time is January, only small tender sprouts sway from…

If you are looking for a trip that’s wild and rugged but serene and tranquil at the same time, here are my top tips on the best Patagonian destinations to…

You probably know that the land down under is famous for its versatile and unique wildlife. Whether you live in Australia, or you’re just a tourist, you can spot many…

If you’re planning your first cruise (or your 100th), you probably already know that you can get an excellent deal on fall cruises to the Caribbean or Bahamas. There’s a…

Summer festivals are a highlight of the season—and there’s still time for one more summer adventure. Bellingham, Washington is just a two-hour drive from Seattle and an hour-and-a-half from Vancouver,…

Kerala, India, is picturesque and offers breathtaking views. The shimmering backwaters set the pace for the day while the village folk songs croon the heart. The clarion jungles awaken the…