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Vancouver as a Port Stop
I am a Canadian who lived in the Vancouver area for several years. I also visit either Vancouver or Victoria on a regular basis for work...


Nice and Villefranche Ports
Blog that covers the port stops of Nice, Villefranche and immediate area.


Booking Flights
This is a look at Air Canada business class pod seating.


Kotor, Montenegro as a Port Stop
Kotor is an interesting port stop, rich in history and certainly less expensive than other nearby places on the cruise line circuits. To...


The Risks of Same Day Travel to Ports - Travel Delays
Same Day Travel to Cruise Ports At one time, there were four hot topic issues associated with cruising. They were: 1. When you should ...


Fort Carlton, Saskatchewan
For those waiting for my regular monthly blog for June 2023, here it is. A little off my usual cruising topic and eight days late. The...


A Packing Guide
I am often asked as to whether or not I have ever created a packing guide or tools. The answer to that is yes, I have and today, while...


The Big Island of Hawaii as a Port Stop
Blog #73 In September and October of 2022, I completed back-to-back cruises that took me across the Pacific. Departing Vancouver for...


Tales of Northern Women
As many of you know, I have put together an adventure for an Alaskan cruise in June 2024. But as always, I will not just do a cruise, I...


Cabo San Lucas as a Port Stop
Cabo San Lucas is located on the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula and is another popular Mexican port stop. Upon our arrival...
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