An excursion with Juneau Lighthouse Tours combines the beauty of Alaska’s coastline with the thrill of whale watching. It’s a 2-for-1 deal that delights all ages. For visitors wanting an …
Fukuoka Cruise Port, also known as Hakata Port, is a popular stop for cruise guests exploring Japan’s southern island of Kyushu. Located in Fukuoka Prefecture, we stopped at this port …
“Taste Alaska” summarizes the culinary experience aboard one of Holland America’s 49th state cruises. Each day, their dining menus feature seafood choices such as chowders, fish, and shrimp, that we …
Stepping aboard Holland America Nieuw Amsterdam offers a perfect blend of classic cruising elegance and modern amenities. Karen and I cruised recently to Alaska on this vessel and experienced this …
Norwegian Bliss is a top choice for travelers wanting to explore Alaska, the Caribbean, and beyond. The Observation Lounge offers stunning glacier views, and the studio cabins are ideal for …
The Sierra Madre in Mexico is a mountain system that includes the Occidental, Oriental, and Sierra Madre del Sur. These ranges are home to charming villages, some of which we visited …
The Canadian Rockies provides a great place to go chasing waterfalls. While Banff may have the most cascades, don’t discount the waterfalls in Jasper National Park. It may have fewer …
La Paz, Mexico, offers incredible experiences for those arriving by cruise ship. While not many Mexican Riviera itineraries include this port, we selected an itinerary that stopped there. We discovered …
Docking at the port of Osaka gives access to this city and Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe on day trips. Some ships dock overnight as we did on our Japan itinerary …
Cruise ship Wi-Fi can be expensive, leaving many travelers seeking alternatives. Enter GigSky, an eSIM provider offering connectivity solutions for land, sea, and air travel. We recently tested the GigSky …
We recently sailed on the Carnival Panorama after a seven-year hiatus from the line. Onboard, we were pleasantly surprised by the expanded specialty dining options and inclusive venues. We share …