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Tips for Travellers Podcast 119 : Herculaneum Naples Italy

…a river of mud when the volcano erupted and was buried very deep below the new surface. A whole new town was eventually built over it and when it was first rediscovered it was explored and revealed by digging vast tunnels and caverns. Today less than half of the old city is now exposed and it is way below the surface of the modern landscape. As it was engulfed by mud it had less damage and was better preserved than Pompeii. Listen to the podcast t…

Cruise Ship / Norwegian / Norwegian Getaway / transportation

Norwegian Getaway Review : Style. Choice. Best Suited for?

…of Norwegian as being a little bit brash but whenever I come on board the newer ships like Norwegian Epic and now the Norwegian Getaway I enjoy the decor and style throughout the ship. It is not overly loud and has a feel of sophistication. It is not a very traditional liner style design but does feel like you’re in a contemporary hotel and resort. The Getaway has Miami themes weaved throughout the ship linked to its home base. This includes some…

MSC Divina in Port Miami

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What is the Future of Cruising? Trends and Issues affecting Cruise Travel

…attract new travellers it will need to find a way to not only improve practices but make sure that the good news permeates into the public arena. Of course I know that media relishes on bad news and not good news, but the industry needs to find a way deal with this onslaught in a better way. So a few passionate thoughts. What do you think?  …

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TravelPony.com – Three Top Tips on Getting the Best Hotel Prices

Six months ago I wrote about a new hotel price comparison site called Travel Pony as it was expanding its service to more markets and more hotels (“New Hotel Booking Site: TravelPony.com – extra savings for Facebook users“). The site promises to give better deals for users of Facebook if they use their profile to sign into the site. I have kept an eye on the site as it continued to grow, and always look there for hotel offers in destinations they…

Cruise Ship / transportation / Uniworld River Cruises

Uniworld River Cruise Pictures – Linz in Austria

…avant garde architecture in the form of museums, an opera house and modern new university campus creating a vibrant mix of old and new. The highlights for me in the city are captured below and include tasting the Linzertorte, the amazing stained glass windows in the cathedral and the traditional town square. Linz in Austria on the Danube Cathedral Spire in Linz Austria Stained Glass Windows in the Cathedral in Linz Austria Stained Glass Windows Ca…

Cruising

River Cruise Tips and Tricks: My European River Cruising Advice

…ance to ensure you can get the cruise, date and cabin you want. While many new river ships are being added, interest in river cruising is growing even faster and cruises are often sold out early. Unlike my ocean cruise experiences, people on board river cruises I have spoken to almost always planned and booked their trip well in advance. What sort of cabin should I select to get the most out of the cruise? I recommend booking a stateroom that has…

Cruise Podcast

60-Second Cruise Tips 037: How easy is it to go on a river cruise at the last minute?

…e lines are eager to change this as the economy improves and by attracting new travellers to cruising to fill the excess cabins at higher prices. In river cruising, although late bookings are possible, it is more advisable to book in advance to ensure you get the cruise, dates and cabin you want. While lots of new ships are being added, interest in river cruising is growing even faster and cruises seem to be sold out early. Unlike my ocean cruise…

MSC Armonia

MSC Cruises Kids Clubs : Exclusive Interview with Head of the Program

…table soccer. There are other diversions for kids beyond the clubs. On the new extended pool deck, there is a Doremi Splash Park. This is an area of water cannons, fountains and other aqua-based features where children can play safely, while also freeing up the regular pools for the adults to enjoy. High up on the upper decks is another area for more active pursuits with a basketball and soccer court and a multi-hole golf-putting course for kids a…

Cruise Podcast

Cruising Tips 62: Getting Best Cruise Fare – Timing

…getting the best fare. Here is some more of them: Avoid maiden seasons of new ships New ships joining a cruise line fleet receive significant media coverage and are highly sought after, with guests wanting to experience the latest offering and fares are at a premium. During maiden seasons you should find lower and discounted fares on their older ships. Consider less popular or very competitive routes There are some cruises that the lines find har…

Seabourn

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

…pportunity to experience French Polynesia and South Pacific, Australia and New Zealand. That’s a 77-day round trip opportunity, but like all our Seabourn cruises you have the flexibility to have a shorter snapshot of time. If you have commitments and you can only sail for say 15 days you can. Tips for Travellers: Why should people book with you on board? What are the advantages of working with you and not just doing it back home? Marc: On board we…