The Mexican Riviera is cruising's enigma.So beautiful and so accessible. So dangerous and so unpredictable. At various times, it has been a hotspot for cruise ships and part of a country that scares away tourists with crimes ranging from pick-pocketing to murders. Right now, for now…Mexico's back. This was a line item in the… Continue reading Amigos Return A Comeback for Mexico
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Wait-And-See Time If Your Cruise Includes Russia
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
Quirky, funky, alternative…now No. 3
When we first sailed on a Norwegian ship (the Star), it was a cruise line that was considered a little quirky (have you seen the hull paintings?), a little funky (you could eat at whatever time you wanted) and a little alternative (it was a misfit in the world of Carnival, Royal Caribbean and… Continue reading Quirky, funky, alternative…now No. 3
As Time Goes By, More Beatles Than Ever
By now, The Beatles must have almost as many impersonators (okay, tribute acts) as Elvis. This, despite the fact half of The Beatles are still performing, proving that you don't have to die to have lesser talents play you. At one time or another every city in the nation must have been host to a… Continue reading As Time Goes By, More Beatles Than Ever
How 'Daddy' Makes A Little Traveler's Day
Today's blog is about something that has nothing directly to do with cruising. It may never have anything directly to do with cruising…but hopefully it will. That could be up to you. Or up to us. You'll see after you read a story that, sometimes, is just too good to pass along. This one is about… Continue reading How 'Daddy' Makes A Little Traveler's Day