A cruise lends itself well to trying out new foods. We recall eating with another couple who stated that they hadn’t ever heard of some of the dishes presented on the menu. If you don’t know what something is, simply ask your server who will gladly explain the ingredients. If you have always been dying [...]

Azamara might not be the first cruise line that comes to mind when considering a cruise, but it should be. Positioning themselves as a deluxe brand, Azamara appeals to those who prefer smaller ships and a port-intense cruise to both typical and unusual destinations. The Azamara Quest The Quest is one of the former Renaissance [...]

The Epic is the newest ship in NCL’s fleet. NCL’s tradition of innovation continues with the addition of solo staterooms. In the past, solo travelers either found a roommate or paid the single supplement, often doubling the fare. Epic Solo Cabins NCL offers 128 solo cabins in a limited access area with special perks for [...]

As travel consultants with cruising as one of our specialties, we keep abreast of new developments in the industry. Cruising remains strong in the travel segment and continues to offer good value to travelers. New ships continue to enter the cruising scene offering more choices for cruisers. We recently sailed on the Norwegian Epic, a [...]

One real advantage of cruising is the opportunity to explore new lands, try new foods and experience adventures in the various ports. We enjoy trying something new whether it’s learning about the culture or engaging in a new activity. On our cruise aboard the NCL Epic, we stopped in the port of Costa Maya. It’s [...]

Cruising is one of our specialties. It was many years ago that I reluctantly immersed myself into the world of cruising. I feared forced bingo, claustrophobia and a lack of choices to pursue what I wanted to do. How wrong I was! Cruising is An Attractive Vacation The first thing that I enjoyed about cruising [...]