Do you ever wonder if Steve Jobs could have iMagined the depth of his iCreations? Just when the world has become accustomed to the iMac, the iPhone, the iPod, the iPad and the iWorld, along comes the iConcierge. This creation is the work of Norwegian Cruise Line, for use on its Epic, the flagship of… Continue reading Epic Passengers Can Stay in Touch
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Mexico's Inside Waters Rocky, Too
Over a group lunch on Sunday, we eavesdropped on a conversation in which one person’s daughter was going to Mexico for spring break. “Isn’t your daughter worried about going to Mexico?” someone asked. This week, the Mexican Tourism Board is at the Cruise Shipping Miami 2012 trade show, trying and hoping to sell their towns… Continue reading Mexico's Inside Waters Rocky, Too
American Queens Trippin' the Mississippi
From conversations we have with friends, family and just travellers, it seems like everybody has seen Graceland. And everyone should. The caveat there is that “everyone” means “everyone who has heard of Elvis.” So, everyone. The few who have missed it, or the many who like going more than once, are getting a new opportunity…and… Continue reading American Queens Trippin' the Mississippi
Concordia Disaster Minimized by Wind
Just when we thought enough had been written about the Costa Concordia, we found ourselves watching a recording of a documentary on The Discovery Channel about the disaster that bears repeating. That’s what great sisters and brothers-in-law are for, isn’t it…to help with the research? Anyway, while there was no news in the Concordia documentary… Continue reading Concordia Disaster Minimized by Wind
Dream Cruise for Wine Aficionados
As consumers — a word not to be confused with connoisseurs — of wine, we are familiar with Vinopolis. In case you aren’t, this is an organization in the heart of London that specializes in wine and food pairings. In the fall, Vinopolis is pairing with Celebrity, the most progressive cruise line anywhere when it… Continue reading Dream Cruise for Wine Aficionados