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Invite lost in the post? Enjoy Britain’s Royal Wedding buzz with CIE Tours!
Top hats, fascinators and other mainstays of British formality will be on display May 19 as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wed. For those snubbed of a royal wedding invitation to Windsor Castle, CIE Tours International presents another path to the party. Guests will hear directly from local tour guides about Britain’s unique royal wedding traditions,...
Read More »Summer Fun With The Family
Wondering where to go? Start here. Summertime. It’s the season we look forward to all year long, when the sun is shining, the grills are going, and—with schools closed and many offices having shortened or flexible hours—“the livin’ is easy.” With great weather at your back and that “life is good” feeling, it’s also when we get...
Read More »The Age of MORE-Inclusive
The allure of the simplicity and convenience of an all-inclusive concept makes it easy to love. For one pre-paid price, accommodations, at least three meals daily, soft drinks and house alcohol, and even gratuities are bundled together, eliminating the need to carry anything more than your key card around the property. From there, it only gets better....
Read More »EXC In-Depth™ Voyages Cruise Farther, Delve Deeper
DESIGNED FOR THE CURIOUS traveler, EXC In-Depth™ Voyages combine destination intensive itineraries to some of the world’s most captivating places with opportunities for more immersive experiences. For Holland America Line and for our guests, these one-of-a-kind voyages represent a first on many levels. Maasdam will visit multiple ports in each region on these itineraries, giving guests more...
Read More »Tips for Biking Bermuda's Railway Trail National Park
t may be one of the best ways to see the beauty of Bermuda. The train system in Bermuda was short-lived, but its legacy is a National Park trail that is a gift to islanders – and visitors to the island – for generations. In the '30's and '40's, the train, fondly known as 'Old Rattle and Shake',...
Read More »Video: The Best of Buenos Aires: A Monograms Tour with a Local Host
Buenos Aires ranks high on travel bucket lists: an exciting, European-influenced city in a remote country, renowned for a passionate history and punching above its weight in contributions to global culture. Argentina has given the world the breathtaking music and dance of tango, the legendary Eva Peron (immortalized in the timeless musical Evita!), some of the...
Read More »Video: Meet the Cobbler Hand-Crafting Italian Sandals on the Silver Muse
There's a tinkling, tap-tap-tap coming from the pool deck of the Silver Muse. It's being made by a hammer against a tiny shoe nail in the hands of an Italian cobbler. Before your eyes, he custom-makes Italian leather sandals for another fortunate guest.One of the hallmarks of a Silversea cruise is the exceptional level of service....
Read More »Film Set Fantasy: Go On Location in Ireland
The Emerald Isle is Hollywood gold! Lovers of green beer and big parties may dream of visiting Ireland for St. Patrick's Day festivities. But if cinematic drama is more your style, Ireland is where your fantasy of standing in the spectacular natural setting of some your favorite movies can come true.Ireland's dramatic scenery has been the...
Read More »Onboard Art
Art is everywhere on Uniworld’s one-of-a-kind award-winning ships, and we mean everywhere. From original paintings commissioned exclusively for Uniworld to handcrafted furniture featuring custom fabrics and fixtures created by some of the most esteemed design houses in the world, every detail is a work of art. Uniworld makes sure that every time you step back onboard, you...
Read More »The Viking® Difference
Destination focused. Culturally enriching. Viking believes in offering you extraordinarily well-designed cruises that bring you closer to the cultures of the world. You sail into the heart of your destination—where new discoveries are just a short walk from your ship. With ships thoughtfully engineered to bring the outside in, Viking has fine-tuned the art of exploring the world...
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