A thunderous fin slap, a visible tail, a whale hurling itself out of the water. Whale watching is a thrilling experience, and the west coast offers numerous places to see the gentle giants. Whales are prolific along the west coast…
A Cunard Queen Elizabeth cruise transports you to the age of elegance and nostalgia. Guests enjoy British traditions like afternoon tea and breakfast with British back bacon and blood sausage. We had booked an 11-day Cunard Alaska cruise in 2020….
Alaska has quickly become a preferred destination, and travelers flock there each summer to admire its beauty and uninterrupted vistas. First-time cruisers often ask, what is the best cruise line for Alaska? There is no single correct answer here. The…
It used to be that once you gained a high level of status in a cruise line’s loyalty program, there were more chances of a stateroom upgrade. However, cruise lines have joined the ranks of airline companies vying to pull…
The ubiquity of American films means that landmarks and cities often make their way onto our ‘must-see’ travel list. The sheer size of the United States means that it has plenty of bucket list items on offer. Almost too many…
Quintessentially British, afternoon tea combines a good cup of tea with finger sandwiches, pastries, and scones. Once a bridge from lunch to dinner, the ritual is less of an everyday event and more of a special treat. Raffles Hotel Afternoon…
In 2003, Carnival Corporation opened a 30,000 sq. foot cruise terminal in Long Beach, California. Since then, it’s been offering family-friendly cruises on various Carnival Cruise vessels. Long Beach Carnival cruises to warm-climate destinations vary in length from 3 to…
We recently took a 10-day Cunard Alaska cruise on Queen Elizabeth. Being new to Cunard, I was curious about their restaurant food and dining options. I had heard great things about their meal presentations and the quality of the food….
In just over 20 years, the Richmond Night Market has grown from humble beginnings to North America’s largest night market selling food and merchandise. Just south of metro Vancouver in Canada, the outdoor venue attracts over one million visitors each…
The Aleutian Ballad made history when a 60-foot rogue wave hit it in season two of Discovery Channel’s “Deadliest Catch.” While the crab fishing boat was severely damaged, it was repaired and later refitted to allow travelers to enjoy the…