Hardangerfjord – One of the Most Beautiful Fjords in the World
Close your eyes for a moment and imagine the fjords of Norway. Most likely what you picture is something like the photo above. I took this…
Keukenhof – Millions of the Most Beautiful Tulips
What do you think of when you hear the word "Kuekenhof"? No, it is not a German coffee cake. Keukenhof is a world famous tulip garden…
Oasis of the Seas – What Makes It So Special?
When I first stepped onto the Royal Promenade on the Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas, I remember stopping in my tracks, my mouth dropped in…
Captain Kate McCue – Brains and Beauty on the Edge
Captain Kate McCue of the Celebrity Edge is the first American woman named captain of a "mega" cruise ship. She is so glamorous and popular that…
Cruise Ship Cabins – How to Choose Wisely
Undoubtedly, choosing the right cabin can make or break the enjoyment of your cruise. Letting the travel agent or cruise line choose your cabin may or…
16 Awesome Reasons You Should Cruise To Hawaii
For many years I could not think of a good reason to cruise to Hawaii because I lived in South Florida. I just couldn’t imagine spending…
9 Reasons to Visit Mackinac Island & the Beautiful Grand Hotel
Have you seen the 1980 film, Somewhere in Time starring Christopher Reeve and Jane Seymour? Remember the beautiful hotel featured in that movie? Fifty percent of the movie was…
Backstage – The Truth About What Happens Behind the Curtain
Have you ever wondered what it is like backstage in the main theater of a cruise ship? I had the opportunity to tour backstage on the…
Is Visiting Graceland Only for Elvis Fans?
One of the best things about visiting Memphis is visiting Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley. And one of the perks of an American Queen Mississippi…
Is the American Queen Steamboat Just for Old Folks?
The American Queen Steamboat Company has been on my radar for a long time. Meanwhile, I’ve checked their website many times over the years but the…