Dom Pérignon, a Benedictine monk, once said, “Come quickly, I am tasting the stars.” Sparkling wine never tasted better than in the...

Is taking a trip to Africa and seeing the native wildlife and eye-popping scenery up close one of your dreams? A few years ago, Ama...

If you’ve cruised on a large ocean ship in the past, you might wonder what there is to do on a river cruise vessel. While there may not...

Whether your potential group is made up of friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, yoga buddies, book groups, garden club members, or...

From Lima to the legendary Machu Picchu, a 15-day cruise/tour is an all-encompassing adventure into the marvels of Peru and the Amazon...

Brighten up the long winter nights the way Europeans have for centuries with an intensely warming and fragrant drink of hot mulled wine...

Whether you enjoy cooking, eating, or simply soaking up other cultures, river cruises offer a diverse selection of shore excursions from...

European river cruises also include Italy and although only a couple of cruise lines currently sail the Po, it is the longest river in...

With fabulous rooftop pools, cozy public spaces, and wellness programs—plus exquisite cuisine and delicious cocktails—it’s tempting to...

If you’ve always been fascinated by the ancient civilizations of the world, then there is no doubt that Egypt is on your list. River...

I have been a travel agent (now called Travel Advisor) since 1986. To be honest, I didn’t even know what a travel agent’s role fully...

Several years ago, I embarked on my first European river cruise. Never having been a huge fan of mass-market ocean cruising, I was very...

One of the highlights of any Danube River Cruise is the spectacular city of Vienna. Like other great European capitals, it has a lot...

How to choose a stateroom on a river cruise

Each river tells its own story. From carrying the ancient Romans and Vikings through Europe to aiding economic growth for major capital...