This week, the U.S. government issued a travel warning for Americans who planned to be in Europe. As you have undoubtedly heard, it’s pretty vague. However, given the number of cruise ships in European waters and given that Americans have to fly to get there, it’s worth noting. On the other hand… If we were… Continue reading What Would You Have Missed If…?
Category: People
For Runners — the Allure of the 5k
The 5k race seems to be the popular distance for people who run for fitness and pleasure. Our daughter Lisa, who does run for fitness and pleasure, is entered in a 5k next weekend, or maybe it’s a 10k. Or 20. Whatever it is, her parents say: “Better her than us.” They “walk” for fitness… Continue reading For Runners — the Allure of the 5k
The Great Debate — Cruise Ship vs TV
Fortunately, we are not wealthy. Fortunately, what I’m going to share with you came to my attention too late to become reality. Fortunately? If we were wealthy and I’d found this little “gem” earlier, right now I’d be sitting in a ship off the coast of Ireland in the wind and the rain…when I wasn’t… Continue reading The Great Debate — Cruise Ship vs TV
The Making of an 'Epic' Change of Mind
News item: Three “new” legends are appearing for the first time this week on the Norwegian Epic. I used to have a pretty jaded opinion about people impersonating famous people. Who did they think they were, trying make a buck imitating an entertainer with oodles more talent, singing their songs? Wasn’t this just another form… Continue reading The Making of an 'Epic' Change of Mind
Recommending Shore Excursions
A while ago we had an email from friends who share our passion for cruising. They’re going to South America in February and in the process of planning some shore excursions, wishing they could benefit from somebody else’s experience. They suggested we categorize shore-excursion input from our readers and make it available to others. Good… Continue reading Recommending Shore Excursions