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David Moorcroft

David Moorcroft has taken 78 cruise voyages in almost every part of the world, crossed the Atlantic by ship six times, and for more than 35 years has written about his experiences to the benefit of those interested in seeing the world by ship. He was a writer for the Southam Group for many years and his cruising reviews appeared in many of their papers such as the Montreal Gazette, Calgary Herald, Vancouver Sun, and Hamilton Spectator as well as in the Globe and Mail and Toronto Star, and in magazines such as Luxury and Orlando. He then wrote a cruising blog for a North American cruise agency, and contributed to the Bell Sympatico travel site. David is a member of the North American Travel Journalists Association.

WILL MILLENNIALS ABANDON SHIP?

Cruising off-the beaten path – Ushuaia, Argentina

Cruising has expanded exponentially since the 1970s and there are now more than 300 cruise ships plying the seas in almost every part of the world. But Millennials are abandoning traditional types of vacations in favour of more authentic and adventurous types of travel. Will this generational change sink the cruise industry?

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SAILING THE SCOTTISH HEBRIDES ON THE SHIP OF QUEENS

Hebridean Princess at anchor in Loch Dunvegan

The Hebridean Islands of western Scotland are one of the most magical and majestic places to cruise in the world. And there’s no better way to experience their beauty than on a small British-run cruise ship that’s become a stand-in for Her Majesty’s Royal Yacht Britannia. Continue reading “SAILING THE SCOTTISH HEBRIDES ON THE SHIP OF QUEENS”

LEVIATHANS OF THE LAGOON GETTING CAST ADRIFT

Cruise ships are causing over-crowding and visual blight

In August of 2017, I wrote about the negative impact that large cruise ships were causing for small ports and historic city centres in a blog called Is my ship too big? Recently, the Italian government took action to address the problem in Venice, and it may not be long before other countries follow suit. Continue reading “LEVIATHANS OF THE LAGOON GETTING CAST ADRIFT”

EXPEDITION CRUISING RIDING A WAVE OF POPULARITY

Amazon river excursion

While river cruises have enjoyed tremendous growth over the past five years, expedition cruising could be riding the next big wave in water travel. In fact, some 30 to 40 new expedition ships will be launched by 2023 as both new entrants and established cruise lines bring new capacity into the adventure cruise market. Continue reading “EXPEDITION CRUISING RIDING A WAVE OF POPULARITY”

THE GORGEOUS GALAPAGOS: DARWIN’S DREAM DESTINATION (PART 2)

Magnificent Frigate Bird with puffed up pouch

In part one of this two-part series, my wife Gail and I boarded the Silver Galapagos expedition ship in Baltra, and began our seven-night cruise through the Galapagos Islands by sailing to Darwin Bay on Genovesa Island. In part 2, we continue our voyage of discovery in the Galapagos, 97 per cent of which is a National Park surrounded by one of the largest marine reserves in the world, where we encounter Blue-Footed Boobies, Magnificent Frigate Birds, iguanas, giant tortoises and other incredible wildlife. Continue reading “THE GORGEOUS GALAPAGOS: DARWIN’S DREAM DESTINATION (PART 2)”

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CRUISING

Pool deck on the new Celebrity Edge

If you’ve been thinking about taking a cruise, you’re not alone. A recent study conducted by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) says that 30 million travelers will take a cruise in 2019, up six per cent from 28.2 million in 2018.

In addition, 18 new ships will be launched in 2019, which will bring the world’s cruise fleet to a total of 272 ships.

For those who have not yet taken the plunge, here are some are some frequently asked questions and answers for the first-time cruiser. Continue reading “EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CRUISING”