When planning a cruise for the first time, travelers often have a lot of questions about dining and dress codes on board. What is the difference between “traditional” and “freestyle” dining? Is the dress code formal or casual? Here is some cruise information to give you an idea of what to expect. Dining Ships have […]
A visit to the legendary Amazon River is an item on many traveler’s bucket lists. Thinking about the Amazon conjures up images of lush rainforests and fascinating wildlife. One of the best ways to explore the Amazon is on a river cruise. On a cruise you will get to stop at beautiful little villages along […]
Venice is a truly majestic city. Even the throngs of tourists that constantly occupy Venice can’t take away from the city’s magical charm. The best time to enjoy the city is at nightfall – when the daytrippers head back to their hotels. As the sun sets, Venice calms down and you can enjoy the city […]
New Passport RequirementsPlease note that effective May 1, 2012, all Canadian citizens must have a valid passport to enter the Dominican Republic. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of return to Canada. Damaged Passports Keep in mind that passports that are water damaged or excessively worn will not […]
Sculptures in the famous Vigelandsparken in Frogner Park. The park, envisioned by the sculptor Gustav Vigeland, is one of the most outstanding attractions in Norway.
In 2011 when Bruce and I travelled from Singapore to Dubai with Seabourn, we visited Mumbai. Here we got the chance to explore the fascinating Dhobi Ghats – the world’s largest open-air laundry. Washers, who wash collect and wash laundry for a small fee, have been using the rows of concrete wash-pens for decades. Now […]
For my 50th birthday, Bruce and I embarked on a river cruise down the Amazon. We started in Iquitos, Peru, visited Colombia, and ended up in Manaus, Brazil. Throughout the trip we stopped at little villages along the Amazon, meeting the locals and doing some exploring. The trip was wonderful; I couldn’t have imagined a […]
This past January, Bruce and I escorted a group of 160 to Punta Cana where we stayed at the wonderful Majestic Elegance Resort. The resort was beautiful, bright and meticulously maintained. One of the highlights was the long, narrow pool which winded around the resort. Another high point was the lovely staff who were really […]
A few years ago Bruce and I got to explore Tahiti and her islands on a Paul Gaugin cruise. We voyaged around the South Pacific, stopping at various islands and discovering beautiful beaches. It was a wonderful experience that I would recommend to everyone. One of the most exciting aspects of the trip was swimming […]