Pat Woods
A frequent contributor to CruiseMaven.com, Pat Woods is a widely published travel writer. Pat encourages readers to SKI (spend the kids inheritance) on a cruise.
Victory Cruise Lines Review on a New England Cruise
Cruising the New England coast on Victory II On a sunny September Sunday we felt privileged to gaze at beautiful Portland Head Lighthouse on … View Post
Holland America Mexican Riviera Cruise Review
On the first morning of our Holland America Mexican Riviera cruise husband Rob and I were thrilled as our ship slowly cruised within sight … View Post
Golden Princess California Coastal Wine Country Cruise
From Los Angeles to Vancouver via the vineyards. After reviewing dozens of colorful cruise brochures, husband Rob and I chose the 7-day Golden Princess … View Post
Cool off on a Great Lakes Cruise with Victory Cruise Lines
While pondering our cruise options to escape summer heat, we chose something new; a small ship coastal cruiser. Victory Cruise Lines and their Great … View Post
DIY Shore Trips for a Port Day in San Francisco
Make your own shore excursions on a port day in San Francisco. Through the years husband Rob and I have driven our vehicle to … View Post
Golden Princess California Coastal Wine Country Cruise
From Los Angeles to Vancouver via the vineyards. After reviewing dozens of colorful cruise brochures, husband Rob and I chose the 7-day Golden Princess … View Post
Holland America Alaska Cruise Review
America’s coolest state offers the warmest welcome. As another hot summer dragged on, husband Rob and I decided the best place to cool … View Post
Upclose in the Canadian Rockies Aboard Rocky Mountaineer
A Rocky Mountaineer rail trip fulfills many vacation dreams. “Bear on the right!” a male Aussie voice shouted as heads swiveled and hands fumbled … View Post
Vibrant Vancouver Worth a Longer Visit
Part of the waterfront as seen from the 550-foot Vancouver Lookout. This beautiful city is surrounded by snowy peaks. Experience the highlights of Vancouver … View Post
Try a California Coastal Cruise and Reduce Travel Stress
Our California Coastal cruise close to home eliminated last-minute travel tension. After four wonderful river and ocean cruises in Europe, husband Rob and I … View Post
Baltic Cruise Offers Multinational Adventure
While on a Norway Coastal Voyage, I fell in love with Scandinavian countries’ gorgeous scenery. After reviewing Holland America Line’s six-country Baltic Gems … View Post
