Flamingos in the low, flat marshland of the Camargue.
Dispatch, Avalon Poetry II: They had me at French flamingos
By Brittany Chrusciel|October 16, 2021
During an Avalon Waterways Rhone River cruise, Brittany Chrusciel took the opportunity to bike through the Camargue.
Putting Avalon's Active and Discovery tours to the test
By Brittany Chrusciel|October 9, 2021
Avalon Waterways' Active and Discovery sailings are designed to offer a number of excursion choices suited to active pursuits.
The Avalon Poetry II docked in Tain-l'Hermitage, France.
Avalon Waterways delivers a personal touch for the times
By Brittany Chrusciel|October 8, 2021
The laundering of cloth face masks is provided to guests free of charge, a unique service in a world changed by Covid-19.
A view of Dubrovnik's Old Town, the final stop of the cruise.
Exploring Croatia on a well-appointed yacht
By Jeri Clausing|October 6, 2021
There has been a rise in demand for small-ship cruising and private charters, and a week aboard the Lastavica yacht made it...
Riders are in trackless vehicles that seat six and are designed to resemble giant rodents.
Remy's Ratatouille Adventure: Fast-paced and cute
By Tom Stieghorst|October 2, 2021
Ever try to remember how large the world looked when you were a kid? The new Remy's Ratatouille Adventure ride at Epcot takes...
The Space 220 restaurant simulates the view from the dining room of a space station 220 miles above Earth.
Imagining space tourism at Epcot's new Space 220 restaurant
By Tom Stieghorst|September 30, 2021
Want to try some space tourism, but don't have the scratch for an Elon Musk Space X rocket launch? The Space 220 restaurant may...
Since no one else showed up for the excursion, Brittany Crusciel was treated to a private bike tour of Cologne.
Dispatch, AmaLucia: Fringe benefits with fewer passengers
By Brittany Chrusciel|September 1, 2021
Although the spread of the delta variant continues to depress the news cycle, in the interest of bright spots we offer a few...
A disinfecting robot on the Viking Venus.
Dispatch, Viking Venus: Pride in Covid prevention
By Bart Beeson|August 31, 2021
Listening to the ship's doctor describe the onboard lab and Covid-19 procedures, it's evident how proud he is of Viking's...
The vitamin-bowl display in the dining room onboard the AmaLucia. Meals onboard are now served a la carte.
Dispatch, AmaLucia: Browsing breakfast a la carte
By Brittany Chrusciel|August 26, 2021
A desire to do away with buffets has been percolating in the mind of AmaWaterways president and co-owner Rudi Schreiner for a...
The World Navigator's main restaurant, Porto, has al fresco and indoor seating.
Dispatch, World Navigator: Little culinary touches mean a lot
By Peter Knego|August 13, 2021
From Pastoret yogurt for breakfast to elaborate afternoon tea to a superb coffee/smoothie bar, Atlas Ocean Voyages takes great...
The Atlas Lounge on the World Navigator.
Dispatch, World Navigator: A throwback ship on its maiden cruise
By Peter Knego|August 12, 2021
Atlas Ocean Voyages' goal is to emulate the shipboard vibe of Sun Line, a family-owned Greek company that was renowned for its...
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