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In Conversation with George Moulas

In Conversation with George Moulas

Greek captain and Managing Director, George Moulas shares the story behind Blue Zephyr, a new premium boutique cruise ship sailing through the Greek islands. He talks about his vision for the ship, life on board and the hospitality he hopes...

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In the Embrace of Klimt and Emilie

In the Embrace of Klimt and Emilie

A sailing aboard Uniworld’s SS Emilie, immersed in the golden glow of Gustav Klimt’s timeless art. BOARD UNIWORLD’S NEWEST LUXURY SUPER SHIP, the SS Emilie, and you’ll be stunned by a two-deck high portrait of her namesake. Alight with the golden...

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Discovering the Riverside Difference

Discovering the Riverside Difference

For today’s discerning traveller, indulgence is all about the freedom to decide how each day unfolds. That philosophy is at the heart of Riverside Luxury Cruises. Rather than simply elevating traditional river cruising, Riverside has created an experience built around...

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Rockstar - Newfoundland by Sea

Rockstar - Newfoundland by Sea

Circumnavigating Newfoundland on an expedition cruise with Adventure Canada “WHADDAYAT?” Newfoundland musician and cultural educator Tony Oxford wanted to know. “Did you do some really interesting swarving today? Thankfully, it wasn’t too mauzy.”We were five days into our expedition cruise and...

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Staying Places: Grand Hotel Residencia

Staying Places: Grand Hotel Residencia

Luxury in the Canary IslandsNot named after the birds but rather the dogs that once roamed here, the Canary Islands are a Spanish archipelago located off the northwest coast of Africa. With a year-round spring-like climate and winter temperatures ranging...

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Discovering the Heart of Kerala

Discovering the Heart of Kerala

A week aboard Pandaw’s tiny expedition ship, RV Kochi Pandaw revealed the villages, traditions and natural beauty of Kerala’s backwaters. The First Sound each morning wasn’t an alarm clock. It was the splash of a fisherman casting his net into still...

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Setting Sail: Trafalgar takes to the rivers

Setting Sail: Trafalgar takes to the rivers

Europe’s newest river cruise line is part of the renowned The Travel Corporation and perfect for the first time river cruiser. There’s a new name in cruising on Europe’s rivers - and it’s almost 80 years old. Trafalgar, known for...

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Cruising Through History

Cruising Through History

Where ancient Greece comes alive and a brand new yacht sails these shores. Ancient Greek History Never Made my list of favourite school subjects. Too many greyed pictures of ruins, too many details of wars, their causes and outcomes, too many...

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A New Wave of Luxury - Mitsui Ocean Cruises

A New Wave of Luxury - Mitsui Ocean Cruises

Sailing on a luxury Japanese cruise ship, discovering small, off -the-beaten-path ports at cherry blossom time is a feast for the senses.  Our Gleaming White Ship felt familiar, but the destination and onboard experience certainly were not. It was our first...

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Riviera Rose and the Douro River

Riviera Rose and the Douro River

Sailing the famed river aboard one of Riviera Travel’s newest ships blends Porto’s charm with wine, culture and relaxed luxury. Our adventure begins in the ancient Portuguese city of Porto, where the waves of the Atlantic Ocean meet the gentler waters...

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