One thing about travel without flying; you get really good at figuring out train systems. And that's what learned to do when I needed to ...
Amtrak Viewliner Roomette Review and Photos
There's a lot to be said for having your own private sleeper on an overnight train trip. An Amtrak Viewliner roomette is an affordable option and ...
Princess Cruises Cancels All Cruises for 60 Days Out of Caution for Coronavirus
Out of caution and concern for their passengers, Princess Cruises issued a statement that cancels all cruises around the world for the next 60 ...
44 Important Lessons I’ve Learned as a Solo Traveler
It’s taken a lot of years for me to compile this list of my best solo female safety and travel tips. Decades, actually. My first solo trip ...
Amtrak California Zephyr Train Three Days Across America
Two and one-half days. That’s how long it takes to travel 2,438 miles by train from Chicago to Emeryville, California. Slightly over 48 hours, if ...
Viking Star Detailed Stateroom Review
One thing's for sure; unless you reserve a suite, this Viking Star balcony stateroom review applies to the majority of staterooms. Every ...
Aboard Amtrak Silver Star Without the Dining Car
Will the traditional dining car become history? UPDATE: Amtrak recently also discontinued the traditional dining car on the Silver ...
MSC Cruises World Cruise for 2020
The MSC Cruises world cruise for 2020 was just announced, setting sail in 2020 on board MSC Magnifica. Reservations begin November 23. It's a ...
Cunard Alaska Cruises Aboard Queen Elizabeth in 2019
Just announced, Cunard Alaska cruises will take place in mid-spring in 2019. Cunard's Queen Elizabeth will set out on a series of Alaska ...
Move to Italy and Get a Little Cash in Your Pocket, Too
The small Italian town of Candela, on Italy's eastern side (think Adriatic Sea) wants to lure new residents to its dwindling population. Nicola ...
New Symphony of the Seas Explained in Another Cute Infographic
The buzz about Royal Caribbean's new Symphony of the Seas is turning into a roar. As the newest Oasis Class ship under construction, when ...
Visit St. Maarten and St. Martin – One Island, Two Distinct Countries
One very popular port of call on an eastern Caribbean cruise itinerary is the culturally unique island of St. Maarten/Saint Martin. Half ...