234 Search results

For the term "label/English Heritage".
Seabourn Cruises Tips https://youtu.be/bHE0UZFGVxY

Seabourn

Seabourn Cruise Tips: 4 Things You Need To Know Before Cruising

…r of UNESCO, and so have created a whole series of excursions around world heritage sites or sites of significance related to UNESCO. On the cruise I was on, I went on one of the UNESCO tours in Menorca to some of the ancient sites there, and in addition to the normal guide we also had an expert archeologist associated one of the universities who came along that UNESCO tour. An interesting addition if you’re into your history. #3: Service: All ult…

The 11 Best Cruises I Think Everyone Should Do Before They Die

Cruise Tips

The 11 Best Bucket List Cruises In The World? Here’s What I Think!

…, Norway say they will only allow non-emission ships into two UNESCO World Heritage Fjords. The highlights for me are visiting tiny towns deep within the Fjords like Skjolden, Eidfjord, and Nordfjordeid. Then bigger towns with gorgeous old buildings like Flam, Bergen, and Stavanger. I love the wide range of things to do, like the train in Flam, RIBs, or boats deep into the fjords and hikes to places like Pilgrim Rock. My key considerations? Like A…

Cruise Tips

Incredible Train Journeys Every Cruiser Should Consider. And Why!

…uise lines use the Eurostar to whisk cruisers to and from the UK under the English Channel to Paris. To join river cruises close to the Eiffel Tower sailing down the River Seine, which I have done with CroisiEurope. Others use the Eurostar to take cruisers to Amsterdam. To sail the Rhine or even all the way down the Danube to Budapest. Northern Belle In the UK, there are many day trips that cruise lines and cruise travel agencies book guests on an…

What should you expect when cruising the Caribbean?

Antigua / Arcadia / Barbados / caribbean / cruise / Cruise Ship / cruising / Madeira / P and O / St Kitts / St Lucia / Tips for Travellers / travel

What should you expect when cruising the Caribbean?

…portunity. Admittedly the broad history of the islands is broadly similar (English and French fighting over them, largely English dominating, driving out the Carib Indian locals, importing slaves to drive the sugar industry), but I do think that there is way to find more uniqueness in the culture and story of each island. But this is probably more of the marketing background in me coming out, as I am not sure my fellow travelers thought as much ab…

The Channel Tunnel between the UK and Europe: a brief history

Eurostar / Trains / transportation

The Channel Tunnel between the UK and Europe: a brief history

…times rivals, for centuries. They are only 34 kilometers apart across the English Channel. But, trading and crossing had at times been hazardous because although it is only a short trip from Calais across the straits of Dover, the seas on the Channel can be very rough. So even with modern ferries, a crossing could be unpleasant. I have been on a ferry where most of the passengers have been throwing up and seasick. A century or so ago, it could ta…

Isle of Wight UK: Popular for weekend and short breaks, but also a great day out

Destinations / Isle of Wight / United Kingdom

Isle of Wight UK: Popular for weekend and short breaks, but also a great day out

…island. The grounds and house having stunning views across the sea to the English coast and Portsmouth in particular.The island today is a curious mix, as it still attracts people with money who have second or holiday homes, and are attracted by the scenery, beaches and sailing. Overall, the islands feels more low brow and does not seem to have much wealth. It used to attract low priced holiday seekers with value holiday camps, caravan parks and…

Accomodation / Paris

Concorde Lafayette Paris Hotel. Stunning Paris Views From 33rd Floor.

…lifts each day as the carpet says what day of the week it is in French and English. Concorde Lafayette Paris Room 2823, originally uploaded by garybembridge. Take a look at a video of Room 2823: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAq01uEk368 ADDENDUM It is a year since I last stayed at the hotel. This time I was in a Deluxe Room on the 30th Floor and had access to the Club Lounge. The room was better although the overall hotel can never be that specia…

QM2: She’s getting better with age

Uncategorized

QM2: She’s getting better with age

…xe balcony cabins. Other restaurants are also open to all passengers. Todd English, which in my mind is the best restaurant aboard, requires reservations and is the only one with a surcharge ($20 for lunch, $30 for dinner). I loved bangers and mash for lunch at the Golden Lion Pub, a British-style eatery. Kings Court, with four distinct themed dining areas, is the main casual dining venue. Breakfast and lunch are buffets; at night, there is waiter…

Taipei, Taiwan. Observations and tips for visiting this city unused to heavy tourist trade

Destinations / Taiwan

Taipei, Taiwan. Observations and tips for visiting this city unused to heavy tourist trade

…eap. It is quite common to find that the taxi drivers do not speak or read English, and so make sure you get a local or the hotel to write down the name in Mandarin of where you want to go and have a card with the hotel address also in local language. 3.Pick the best time to visit ·Taiwan has a tropical monsoon climate, and so more rain falls in the period May to September than other times of the year, although it can rain most times of the year….

Caviar in Queens Grill on Cunard Queen Mary 2

Cruise Ship / Cunard / Queen Mary 2 / transportation

Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 Observations: Food Glorious Food, and Gluttony

…in your allocated 6pm or 8.30pm sitting. Have lunch or dinner in the Todd English restaurant. This would be the ONLY time it will cost you to eat! You pay a surcharge per course if you eat in here. Of course, to fill in the gaps between main meals there are more options if self service is not for you. These include: Full English Afternoon Tea of sandwiches, cakes and hot scones from 3:30 to 4:30. Eating in the Golden Lion Pub. Early evening canap…

Swan Hellenic

Swan Hellenic Minerva Cruise Ship Video Tour

…the moment you step on-board, you enter a ship with a definite traditional English Country House inspired decor and style. In 2012, the ship went through a major refit. The following are some of the main features and aspects of the ship worth noting that I explore in the video tour: The panoramic Orpheus Lounge was one of the major, and most popular additions. This large lounge and dance room is forward on the Promenade Deck at the top of the ship…