If you’re longing to put some wonder and delight back into Christmas (after all, it can be a stressful time of year), look toward the sea and take a cruise that includes the Christmas holiday. Cruise lines make Christmas at sea absolutely wonderful! We spoke with Henk and … [Read more...]
Alaska Cruises: A Denali Vacation
We spoke with an experienced cruiser to Alaska about her recent Celebrity Cruises voyage to Alaska, which also featured an inland tour of Denali. Here are some highlights: DENALI When I asked our traveler for her one tip for anyone considering an Alaskan vacation, it was … [Read more...]
What To Expect on an Alaskan Cruise: Weather and Wildlife
Alaska’s reputation for being cold, snow packed and filled with bears is only true if you venture deep inland. On your cruise, you might just be surprise to find weather warmer than winter in the rest of the US! This isn't to say you won't see glaciers and snow capped peaks, … [Read more...]
The Man Behind The Tours
Talking Shore Excursions with Bill Bengtson When you sail a grand or world cruise with Cruise Specialists, there’s always something extra in it for you. That can include complimentary shore excursions that are available only to Cruise Specialists guests. Behind these … [Read more...]
A River Cruiser On The Loire: A First of Many
Imagine floating through France as people line the river banks and assemble on bridges to wave and snap photos of something they’ve not seen on this river: a “hotel” boat carrying passengers from Europe and North America. Indeed, as we make our way up the Loire River, we are … [Read more...]