Our first river cruise — on AmaWaterways’ luxurious new AmaDara — is history. So it’s the first chance for us to compare it to what we’ve always known: ocean cruises. This is not an all-inclusive comparison, as our “inaugural” was in a remote, somewhat virgin part of the river cruise world, Cambodia and Vietnam. There’s… Continue reading First River Cruise: Mekong Riches
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Times To Butt Out Of Ship Casinos
The world continues to close in on smokers. One of the last places where smokers can still light up are gaming establishments. For whatever reason, smoking and gambling seem to be partners. On land and at sea. Casinos on land usually have a non-smoking area. Presumably, these areas will grow in size as there are… Continue reading Times To Butt Out Of Ship Casinos
Friday File: Smile, You're On Cruise Camera!
Among the many benefits of seeing parts of the world from cruising is the happy people you encounter along the way. In North America, photo subjects are often reluctant to smile for the camera — in some cases, permission is requested or demanded. In many countries outside our continent, the smiles come readily from all… Continue reading Friday File: Smile, You're On Cruise Camera!
Holland America And ‘Flight Ease’
Even the name is enticing…Flight Ease. Whatever happened to “flight ease?” Those were the days, weren’t they? Was it simply a victim of terrorism, or was it an economy that became consumed with bean counters, who creatively came up with ways to separate us from our money? Now, Holland America is introducing Flight Ease. Here’s… Continue reading Holland America And ‘Flight Ease’
More Breaks For Single Cruisers
Cruise times are changing. They always are. Here’s one of the latest… Cunard announced a refurbishment of the Queen Mary 2, and with it comes news that 15 single staterooms will be added. The rationale from Cunard is that single rooms are necessary because not only are more people cruising solo, but there are… Continue reading More Breaks For Single Cruisers