A slow boat to Brazil’s colonial coast, fabulous cities and glittering beaches brings back memories of the golden age of cruising.
SOJOURN TO SOUTH AMERICA
ARE CRUISE SHIPS UGLY?
Many modern passenger vessels look more like bloated condominiums than elegant ocean liners. But do all the fabulous amenities inside a ship make up for an ugly exterior?
THE SPRING IS SPRUNG
Leaving Toronto in winter’s chill grip, we discover spring in England, the hedgerows alive with birdsong and pretty with cascades of white hawthorn.
BAR HARBOR IS A NATURE LOVER’S PARADISE
Maine’s charming village on the coast of Mount Desert Island is the perfect place to experience the grandeur of Acadia National Park.
HISTORIC BOSTON STILL SHINES
America’s cradle of liberty is the perfect place to begin an autumn cruise along the maritime coasts of New England and Canada.
WHAT’S IN A NAME?
Cruise lines break with tradition in their zeal to find names that will make ships more marketable.
SOUTH AMERICA’S JET-SETTER PARADISE
Punta del Este’s spectacular water views and pretty beaches make it a hot destination for the rich and famous from nearby Montevideo and Buenos Aires.
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS A SAILOR’S DELIGHT – PART TWO
“Days I can’t forget and nights I can’t remember!” – Inscription on a T-shirt describing what sailors can expect in the BVI. (This is the second of a two-part story on sailing […]
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS A SAILOR’S DELIGHT – PART ONE
Surrounded by palm-fringed beaches, turquoise waters and gorgeous coves, it’s easy to see why this idyllic chain of islands appeals to mariners looking for a fun and memorable experience.
FAMILY CRUISING IS ALL RELATIVE!
Cruise ships are proving to be a popular and cost-effective option for multi-generational vacations.
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