On January 4, 2020, Holland America Line’s Amsterdam departed Fort Lauderdale on what was to be a 128-day World Cruise visiting 48 ports in almost 30 countries. Cruise Specialists Voyage Hosts Tom Mullen and Steve and Wendy Bodenheimer were also on board hosting our group of … [Read more...]
Antarctica: At the Bottom of the World
One of the great pleasures of a Holland America Grand World Voyage is that it transports you to far-flung destinations; in the case of 2020, Holland America’s Amsterdam went to the bottom of the Earth. So, after several calls in South America, it was time for us to go “with the … [Read more...]
Life-changing Polar Expeditions
Quark Expeditions is referred to as “The Leader in Polar Adventures” because the company has been pioneering small-ship, explorer voyages to the Arctic and Antarctica for nearly three decades. Choose from one of seven purpose-built, ice class vessels to sail on with an … [Read more...]
Holland America Line Announces 2021 Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage
One of Holland America Line’s most anticipated sailings of 2021 is now open for reservations. The 2021 Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage will depart Ft. Lauderdale on January 4, 2021, and will return 74 days later – after circling the entire continent of South America … [Read more...]
Meet Ralph Grizzle
Ralph Grizzle is an accomplished journalist, author and world cruiser. His passions include biking, traveling the world and helping others discover their ideal cruising experience. What sparked your interest in cruising and helping people find their best cruise? I started … [Read more...]