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Evoking Your Ocean State of Mind
For time immemorial, people have been drawn to the sea as a source of life – not only in literal ways, such as fishing for sustenance, but also in ephemeral ways. Poets, artists, philosophers, musicians, and entire communities have centered their lives and their expression around the sea, its moods and tides, its connection with the...
Read More »The Best Way to Experience Alaska is with Norwegian
There's something about cruising Alaska that fills travelers with awe and exhilaration. Perhaps it issailing past expansive glaciers glistening in the sunlight. Maybe it's witnessing The Last Frontier's dramatic terrain that transforms from wildflower-studded fields to immense old-growth forests that bow before snowcapped mountains stretching up toward the glow of the Northern Lights, all from the deck of...
Read More »Bigger Bolder Memory Making
The new Wonder of the SeasSM is going change the way you play — big time. The world’s newest and biggest ship offers guests the ultimate thrilling vacation with more to see, do, and conquer than ever before. This isn’t just another day at sea — it’s a chance to take on one larger than life...
Read More »Top Alaska Experiences For Every Type of Traveler
Whether you're a well-versed traveler or a new explorer, there's a reason cruising Alaska sits at the top of must-do lists for so many around the world. From zipping through the vast open wilderness and experiencing the thrill of a 30-ton whale gliding under your catamaran to taking spectacular scenic tours through historic towns where you can dine...
Read More »An Explorer’s Dream: Egypt And The Mighty Nile
Nile cruises are specifically designed to offer the very best of Egypt and surrounding Mediterranean ports. You can indulge in tantalizing Egyptian cuisine that has relatively remained unchanged for centuries with only minor enhancements. An enchanting land of marvels, myths, and wonders, old and new, Egypt is an extraordinary destination no modern-day explorer will want to...
Read More »Check, Please!
She’s dazzling. She’s glitzy. She’s a little campy and always over-the-top. She’s Las Vegas baby! And there’s nowhere else on Earth quite like her.Though this fun-loving, everything goes escape has certainly expanded beyond its “what happens here stays here” reputation, it still retains its hedonistic charm, especially when it comes to food and exquisite service. From...
Read More »European Elegance Introduced To The Oceans Of The World
New luxury cruise line Explora Journeys combines centuries-old seafaring experience with superlative European refinement to introduce a bold new vision for luxury ocean travel. This is a story that starts in 1940s Sorrento with a Neapolitan ferry captain, Gianluigi Aponte, who, together with the Swiss sweetheart he met when she was a passenger on one of his...
Read More »World First UNESCO Trail Connects 13 Sites in Scotland
The world’s first-ever UNESCO Trail has been created to bring together some of Scotland’s most iconic sites.13 diverse sites with natural and cultural significance, including World Heritage Sites, Biospheres, Global Geoparks and Creative Cities now form a dedicated digital trail. Visit Scotland hopes the new UNESCO Trail will inspire visitors to experience the country’s distinctive heritage,...
Read More »Malama Hawaii Program: Giving Back on a Trip to Paradise
The Hawaiian Islands may draw you to their other-worldly tropical beauty, South-Pacific culture and warm welcome, legendary beaches and seaside lifestyle.But the most memorable trip to Hawaii may be the one that gives back.The Malama Hawaii Program connects visitors to activities that make a difference to the islands’ land, ocean, wildlife, forests, fishponds, and communities. Malama...
Read More »Seeing is Believing: Health Protocols are No Barrier to Enjoying a European River Cruise
If a picture speaks a thousand words, then a video is running commentary. That's why we wanted to share with you exactly what the health protocols on board an Avalon Waterways river cruise in France are in the Fall of 2021.We know some people have already begun traveling again - but others are still hesitant. Maybe...
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