Category: Blog
Seven Million Reasons to Visit Keukenhof Gardens
Much of Holland is transformed into a vast sea of flowers from mid March to mid May. It starts with crocus (a small, spring-flowering plant of the iris family) season in March, which is followed by daffodils and hyacinths. Finally the tulips show their gorgeous colors, this is from mid April through the first week of […]
Copenhagen’s Appeal Is Simply Irresistible
Prior to becoming a Travel Advisor, I have had the pleasure of living in one of the world’s coziest capital cities, Copenhagen, Denmark. As this travel destination is common on most Baltic Cruises that I plan, for my thousands of clients around the world, I wanted to share some of the interesting things I have learned […]
Cruise cabin location myths debunked
There may not be any subject in the whole cruise industry that is more misunderstood than the subject of cabin location. Having spent considerable time on cruises myself and assisted thousands of travelers with their vacations, I have found this topic to be fraught with Ted’s three “M’s”: Misinformation and Misdirection leading to major Mistakes on […]
Regensburg, Germany – Stone Bridges and Sausages
Some people call it “Italy’s northernmost city”, others prefer to describe Regensburg as “Germany’s medieval miracle”. It’s quite simply a city to love. […]
HOW TO AVOID ADDED CURRENCY FEES WHEN TRAVELING ABROAD
Prior to embarking on travel abroad, how many travelers take the time to consider the smartest way to convert their home currency to the proper foreign currency ahead of time? […]
OBERAMMERGAU, THE PASSION PLAY: A ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY!
OBERAMMERGAU, THE PASSION PLAY, A CENTURIES OLD TRADITION! It’s a centuries-old tradition: Casting for the renowned Passion Play in Oberammergau in Bavaria has begun. The Christian spectacle recreates the last five days of Jesus. The premiere is in May 2020, making it one of the hottest tickets in travel right now! […]
HOW TO GET A SUITE DEAL ON BUSINESS CLASS AIR WITH YOUR VIKING RIVER CRUISE
So you are planning your next Viking River Cruise and considering upgrading from Viking’s included economy class air to business air for its additional amenities and legroom. But when you price out the business air upgrade you find the cost too prohibitive. Did you know that travel agents such as myself and a few others […]
Travel Woes: Getting Travel Insurance
The last thing most of us think about when we plan a cruise is the list of elements that can go wrong before and during our vacation. While it’s important to research the best attractions, museums, lunch spots and shops to visit during your days in port, it’s equally important to spend a few minutes […]