Rewards for the Curious?
The clock is ticking.
The clock is ticking.
A funny observation I have frequently made is that after returning from any cruise on which I ate rich, delicious foods spread through multi-course meals ending with indulgent desserts at lunch as well as dinner, I somehow end up losing weight.
Why not see what's behind door number 3?
Both of these new Viking itineraries cruise roundtrip from fascinating Malta, a gorgeous island with a strategic stop for Crusaders and many other world powers, creating a fascinating tapestry of history and a unique culture.
Logan and Mary aren't on social media, so I guess they're safe.
Buy a Verandah or Suite on Holland America on select cruises to the Caribbean, Mexico, Alaska or Europe, and gift an interior room to your kids or friends for free!
Book an Oceania Cruise in a Veranda category or better through me by August 31, 2020, and you'll receive free prepaid gratuities on all cruises!
I'm still optimistic about the second half of 2020 for cruising, and I think the ships and ports will be less crowded, which is a definite plus. In any case, we can all plan amazing vacations in 2021 or 2022, which gives us something to look forward to.
Mexico and Greece are among some of the world's great beach destinations on schedule to open within weeks for summer, as are many other destinations throughout the world.
Anticipating a future trip is part of the fun, and wouldn't it be nice to have a different subject to discuss?
Summer is just around the corner, and with so much pent-up demand from would-be cruisers stuck in their homes for weeks, those who fail to plan may be sadly disappointed to find that exactly what they want is no longer available when they finally feel free to act.
You don't need to change the world. Just open a different door.
For just $40 per person per day, we can add the Beverage Package (including all tips) PLUS unlimited WIFI and Pre-Paid Gratuities for room stewards and dining room staff. That's a total value of almost $100 per person per day if added on at normal pricing!
With Viking, you also get free shore excursions, free internet and free-flowing local wine and beer with lunch and dinner.
From October 1 through October 19, Cruise Planners has an exclusive amenity offer: FREE pre-paid gratuities for first and second guests for all 7-night or longer Caribbean and Bahamas sailings embarking between November 1, 2019, and June 30, 2020.
...we should all go to Greece at least once.
If you've never tried doing a cruise search at CruisePlanners1.com, then there's never been a better time to start.
A mega-ship like Norwegian Joy has the Haven for families who expect and can afford the best and small inside rooms for those who just want a place to change clothes before heading on their next adventure, plus lots of other categories between those extremes.
...if you've tried one Oasis-Class ship, then you want to try them all!
...why not take a look around Europe, as long as you happen to have easy access to the greatest places in history?
7-nights aboard Jewel of the Seas embarking April 26, with starting rates from $88 per day
Have you been waiting for the trip of a lifetime? Well, this is IT!
Over the past few years, many seasoned travelers have gravitated to river cruises, which embody leisure, luxury and learning...Now there is a cruise line geared to younger travelers, U by Uniworld.
The longer the flights, the easier it is to justify a longer vacation. With a longer cruise, you might visit two or three times as many bucket list ports.
Just remember to book early, or air prices can make bargain-priced cruises considerably more expensive than an advance booking with an air promotion or at least better air selection. Also, the best amenity packages come with advance booking.
By the way, it was Queen Isabella, not King Ferdinand, who financed Columbus...