Was it just a few weeks ago that the world was watching Russia because that's where the Winter Olympics were? Is that short a time all it takes for the world to be watching Russia for wintry reasons far more serious…wintry, as in Cold War? The world includes people who go on cruises because, since… Continue reading Wait-And-See Time If Your Cruise Includes Russia
Category: Ports
About That Daylight Saving Time…
It is our duty, in case you happen to be on a cruise ship when Daylight Saving Time comes along, to alert you about "the time change." It's this weekend, or next month. In most of North America, the clocks "jump ahead" two hours into Sunday morning. Except in Arizona. And Saskatchewan. And in Cozumel,… Continue reading About That Daylight Saving Time…
The Price Of Swimming In Venice
If you've ever cruised into Venice, you might have thought about taking a dip in the canal — any canal, pick one. We're not sure why you would but, hey, everybody's different. For future reference, don't do it. It could cost more than your cruise! There have been people swimming in Guidecca, the most… Continue reading The Price Of Swimming In Venice
Speeding Up The Embarkation Process
A dear friend of ours used to say that when America wants to try something new, whether it's a new procedure or a new law, it often happens first in California. If it's successful, that's good enough…and it goes viral, or at least to other places. Our late friend lived in California, he knew what… Continue reading Speeding Up The Embarkation Process
Shuttling Off To New Orleans A Big Easy Idea
Getting to the ship on time can sometimes be as challenging as getting to the church on time. In some places, it's becoming easier. Like New Orleans. With a mushrooming cruise ship industry that includes ships from Carnival, Norwegian and Royal Caribbean, there's a shuttle service (Hotard Motorcoach) from neighboring states. Mushrooming industry? Now the fastest-growing… Continue reading Shuttling Off To New Orleans A Big Easy Idea