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Cruise Tips

When Cruise Line Excursions Could Be Your Best Decision Ever

…ise lines have put going there on hold – was when I went to St Petersburg, Russia, on Silversea Silver Whisper. By going on their cruise line excursion I didn’t have to go through all the hassle and expense of getting a Russian visa to get off the ship. Those self-touring had to get a visa in advance. On some cruises calling on multiple countries, the authorities require us to go through immigration. On a Queen Mary 2 trip through Asia, we had to…

The glamour of business travel captured?

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The glamour of business travel captured?

…ess traveller – visiting many countries such as Egypt, America, Jordan and Russia, staying in anonymous hotel rooms where he does not get to enjoy the local hospitality. During the scenes he is depicted on the phone to his loved ones and friends who are oblivious to his lonely existence and envious of his frequent travel to such exciting places. The end of the advert sees him relaxing, enjoying the comfort and familiar surroundings of our business…

Daily Twists & Turns: My 18 Day Expedition Cruise Around Greenland

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Daily Twists & Turns: My 18 Day Expedition Cruise Around Greenland

…re at one time. It was designed as a sort of a midpoint between the US and Russia. As a way of identifying if there was going to be any ballistic missiles coming, and it’s now more focused on tracking activity in space and again, warning for ballistic missiles and so on. It also was a reminder of just how badly the local people, the Inuit people, were treated. For example, they were given four days. Now bear mind, they’ve been here for I guess for…

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6 Ways Cruising Is Changing This Year. Are You Ready?

…nned are also going. Though, of course, Baltic cruises look set to exclude Russia for at least 2023 and likely beyond. We can go to many more places than we had perhaps hoped we would do ahead.   SUPPORT TIPS FOR TRAVELLERS Find out about being a Patron on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tipsfortravellers Check out my T-Shirt range: http://bit.ly/TFTStore FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA ——————————————- YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/tipsfortravellers…

0 Unusual Laws You Could Break On Your Next Cruise

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10 Unusual Laws You Could Break While Cruising Without Knowing It!

…really not well thought of. If you’re on a cruise to the Baltics and into Russia and you’re a same-sex couple, beware of showing any signs of affection. Queen Mary 2 docked in St. Thomas Caribbean Taking photos The next unusual law centres around the taking of photographs. When you’re heading out on excursions, particularly if you’re going with a tour guide, check if there are any restrictions. Avoid taking photographs anywhere in or near airport…

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10 Best Cruises Around The World

…s like Helsinki and Tallinn, and then they will head into St Petersburg in Russia – and normally will be either two or three overnights to make sure that you can really explore the magnificent that is St. Petersburg. It really is a magnificent trip. It’s very interesting because you’re going to see parts of the world that you don’t really know that well. An advantage of going on a cruise is you don’t have to worry about the hassles of Russian visa…

Silversea Expedition Cruises

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Silversea Expedition Cruises Tips: Watch-Outs And Need-to-Knows

…s a group. For example, on the cruise I’ve just done, there was a sizeable Russian group and they’d bought a Russian translator along. If you want to come and do it another language, you need to come as part of an organised group. The groups are organising the translations rather than Silversea itself. If you’re a solo traveller, the good news is that Silversea do various promotions on certain expeditions across the year. If you take a look at the…

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Cruising

Is Ponant the right luxury cruise line for you to explore the world with?

…it beyond the standard stops, weave through exotic and mysterious parts of Russia or engage with the cultures through Asia, Pacific and Oceania. Why Ponant Could Be For You If you are a traveller looking for a luxurious and intimate way to explore the world, I suggest take a look at what Ponant offers. Their ships are small with around 132 staterooms, décor and comfort is akin to a smart up-market boutique hotel, there is a wide choice of quality…

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Azamara Club Cruises Excursions

…onte Carlo, the Cannes Film Festival, British Open, 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, and New Year’s in Sydney. Cruise Global, Eco Local – An immersion into local rainforests, jungles and woodlands ripe with vegetation and fauna. Cruise Global, Golf Local – Golfers can bring their clubs and play at courses in Northern Europe, the Arabian Gulf, the Mediterranean, and Australia. Cruise Global, Meet Local – people-to-people connections in the homes of l…

White Water Rafting Oulanka National Park Finland with Ruka Safaris Photo:Adrienne Pitts http://www.adriennepitts.com

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Finland’s Summer Wilderness Ruka-Kuusamo – Tips For Travellers Podcast #243

…ch is the Ruka-Kuusamo region in the northern part of Finland close to the Russia border. In the show I talk about 10 surprising things I learnt and share my nine top Tips For Travellers for visitors going there in summer – which is the quiet season (winter being the peak time). In the show I cover the following 10 surprising things I learnt: Russian border. Snow season. Midnight sun. One million visitors and 40,000 beds. Northern Lights. Bears. R…

Oulanka National Park Finland canoe trip with Outdoor Passion Finland

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Visit Finland Tips – 9 Must-Do Summer Wilderness Activities

…Europe’s summer I ventured into the upper reaches of Finland, close to the Russia border. It was an area I knew pretty much nothing about – but after time spent exploring the beautiful countryside, and taking part in a series of active outdoor activities, I came away entranced with it. If you are looking some somewhere natural, healthy and still off the mainstream tourist track then I recommend considering visiting. It is affectionately called “Eu…