Is sailing across the Atlantic Ocean on your bucket list? Cunard’s flagship, Queen Mary 2 sails back and forth for about eight months of the year. All cruise lines have personalities. Cunard is more formal than most and the average age of the clientele is older than some other cruise lines. They sail to plenty of places, yet their best “product” is the transatlantic crossing. We have sailed 20+ times and most of those voyages have been …
Question #1: Which Port is now considered the world’s busiest? Port of Miami Port of New York Port of Los Angeles Port Canaveral (FL) Port of Shanghai Answer: D) Port Canaveral’s totals of 8,602,047 passengers in 2025 make it world’s busiest port, just ahead of Port Miami’s 8,564,225. Question #2: Where on earth will you find the world’s largest airport lounge? Answer: In the Dubai International Airport (DXB) inside the United Arab Emirates. Located …
The renewed Celebrity Solstice departed Singapore on March 2, 2026, with eight new experiences – including four brand-new spaces, and will set sail in Alaska this summer. COURTESY Celebrity Cruises: MIAMI (March 3, 2026) – Celebrity Cruises’ revitalized Celebrity Solstice set sail from Singapore on March 2, unveiling eight new experiences, including four spaces that are new to Celebrity – Trattoria Rossa, Sunset Park, The Parlor, and Boulevard Lounge – marking the beginning of the cruise line’s …
The 133-day Grand World Voyage set sail from Fort Lauderdale and the 93-day Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage left from San Diego COURTESY Holland America Line: Seattle, Wash., Jan. 6, 2026 — It was a celebratory send-off this weekend for two Holland America Line Grand Voyages, both departing Jan. 4 from opposite coasts of the United States. Sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the 133-day Grand World Voyage embarked on an extraordinary journey, while the 93-day …
A full makeover to cruise spa & fitness programming Sweat, relax, or just be still and breathe — it’s up to you. Group workouts: All gym classes are on Virgin Voyages. In fact, the only currency is sweat. And if you’re “not a sweaty person,” just lie for the sake of the rest of us. Activities and classes: Guru or newbie Whether you’re a reigning lightweight champ or someone who pays for a gym membership but never uses …
Celebrity travelers can save up to $1,000 on bookings, plus: 75% off the 2nd guest for non-refundable deposits 50% off the 2nd guest for refundable deposits FREE 3rd, 4th and 5th guest cruise fares on select sailings through May 2028 COURTESY Celebrity Cruises: Nov. 27, 2025: Celebrity is offering Black Friday savings all month long. Through Monday, December 8, guests can save up to 75% on the second guest in their stateroom, plus up to $1,000 in additional savings when …
Thanksgiving 2025: Thursday, November 27 / Black Friday 2025: Friday, November 28 Cyber Monday 2025: Monday, December 1 Atlas Ocean Voyages Deal: Up to 40% off cruise fares on 20 expedition sailings. Includes one free amenity (air credit savings up to $2,000 per stateroom, one?night pre?expedition hotel/land package, or enhanced Wi?Fi). Ends: December 5, 2025 Avalon Waterways Deal: “From Here to Anywhere Sale” — Save up to $3,000 per couple, plus free air and prepaid gratuities on select 2026 …
The post Baby Boomer generations prefer experiences over possessions. This has been a marketing mantra for decades. The Economist magazine ran the article, “The Parable of Château d’Yquem” making the point luxury possessions are not as popular as luxury experiences. You do not need to spend a bundle for an experience that creates a memory that lasts a lifetime. Some experiences are nearly impossible to duplicate. On our most recent Cunard cruise, I met a couple with …
For many years, cruise vacations have been a ship variation of the all-inclusive resort. Your room and meals are included. Gradually unbundling has occurred. Alternative dining is a good example. For many years beer, wine and cocktails were purchased on an a la carte basis. Today, cruise lines also offer beverage packages priced on a per day basis. Is it possible to drink for free on a cruise ship? Let’s clarify a few things. Cruise lines want …
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