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South Africa

A Perfect Day Out From Cape Town: Cape Point (The End of Africa, Baboons & Penguins included)

…numbers are so high as it is here at Cape Point where the Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean smash together and create a dangerous churning sea. A sea with terrible currents that forced all of those ships onto the rocks. A danger that was made worse by a lighthouse that was built too high up on the cliff face, and so its light was blotted out by mists at night. Despite its historical danger, and legacy of wrecked ships, a drive out to Cape Point is a…

Africa / Destinations

African Wildlife: Experiencing the circle of life in Tanzania

…t on to the horizon in every direction and only once before, at sea in the Atlantic, have I ever felt so far from any other human contact, amazing. But the wildlife was there for sure. And our timing was perfect. From the very first day we saw hundreds of births taking place and we timed how long it took from birth to a calf being able to run alongside its mother – about four minutes, incredible. On one particularly memorable occasion we saw not o…

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Tips for Travellers July Newsletter: Win a Magazine Subscription

…e to read how you could win . Most read articles this month: 1. New Virgin Atlantic Upper Class 2. My Silversea Silver Whisper Cruise 3. Sheraton on the Niagara Falls 4. Margot Raggett: Kefalonia 5. Tips for First Time Cruisers New videos this month: 1. Swan Hellenic MInerva 2. Seabourn Sojourn Ship 3. Hilton JFK Airport 4. CN Tower Toronto 5. Niagara Falls Tour Tips for Travellers on Silversea Cruises: In July I will be travelling on a 7 night cr…

Estonia

Tallinn Estonia. Tips for Travellers Must See Attractions

…s Lindbergh, the American aviator who was the first to fly solo across the Atlantic actually landed there in the 1930s. It was originally part of the Naval Fortress. Exhibits include the Lembit submarine, the Suur Toll icebreaker and seaplanes, all sorts of stuff. In the area there are many things for the family to do including an aquarium. The last thing that you should consider is going to the Tallinn TV Tower. The TV tower provides 360 degree v…

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MSC Divina is on her way to Miami. 2 Weeks today I will be too #MSCDivina

…e setting sail for Miami, as a fabulous Rosso Brillante (metallic red) Fiat 500, or Cinquecento as it is known in Italy, was loaded onto the ship to officially escort MSC Divina across the Atlantic Ocean. Fans can follow the iconic journey by following MSC Cruises USA (facebook.com/MSC.Cruises.USA) and FIAT USA (www.facebook.com/fiatusa)”…

Norwegian Getaway

Norwegian Getaway video sailing out from the shipbuilder

…Norwegian Getaway sails out at Meyer Werft Shipyard I will be sailing the Norwegian Getaway on its 2-night inaugural cruise in January from Southampton before it crosses the Atlantic to its new home base in Miami. You can follow my adventure on TipsForTravellers.com/NorwegianGetaway. Take a look at the massive and brightly decorated ship sailing out from the shipbuilder as preparations accelerate to get the ship ready for passengers:  …

Cruise Ship

Mediterranean Cruise Tips

…to warmer climates like the Caribbean and South America. They combine the Atlantic crossing with time in the Mediterranean, which means that travellers coming from those regions only have one long haul flight when cruising in the region. Rome Italy The following are my tips on cruising the Mediterranean region based on many cruises and different cruise lines Choose the Right Cruise Line Almost all cruise lines offer Mediterranean cruises, althoug…

Queen Mary 2

Cunard Queen Mary 2 Winter Crossing Rough Seas Video

  I have done a number of Transatlantic Crossings on Cunard ships, both the Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mary 2. Most of these have been winter crossings and not the more popular summer crossings. The seas and winds are usually much rougher and harsh than in the summer, which is why the main season is in the warm months. I made this short film to show what it is like to be at sea in Force 10 winds and seas classified as “very rough”. The ship, a…

Seabourn

Seabourn Insider Tips and Tricks : Destinations, Types of Cruises, Booking

…xury experience that we have at sea. Often I help guests plan either trans-Atlantic crossings or to other parts of the world where there’s a good ratio of ports to see with sea days in between. This allows them to have the down time that a lot of people need if they’re leaving a work environment or a challenging life at home. Tips for Travellers: Does Seabourn do world cruises? If someone wanted to go on a classic three-month world cruises, can th…

Silver Explorer / Silversea

Silversea Arctic Cruise Day-by-Day. Expect the Unexpected!

…llemots, Little Auk, Black-legged Kittiwake, Glaucous Gulls and even a few Atlantic Puffins as we drifted along the sheer cliffs and through some of the caves. There are reportedly over 120 species on the island, with at least 30 breeding here. John Fonseca, the Expedition Team Member escorting my zodiac, told us that Guillemots have pear-shaped eggs so they will not roll off the tiny ledges. Each one has distinctive markings so the parents can fi…

Britannia

P&O Cruises Britannia Caribbean Cruise Highlights and Must-dos

…and part exploring the Caribbean, I had a number of sea days crossing the Atlantic to explore and get to know Britannia well. The following are some of the highlights I discovered: 1: P&O Britannia’s contemporary style and accommodation P&O Britannia Lobby Britannia has embraced a more refined and toned down decor than the brash, loud “Las Vegas Resort” feel preferred for so long in cruising. I enjoyed this look, as it felt like a stylish premium…