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60-Second Cruise Tips 33: Cruise as taster for land-based vacations

…ps://www.tipsfortravellers.com/cruise-travelers-handbook Subscribe free on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio One of the risks with the daily port-to-port schedule on most cruises, especially in the Caribbean, is that the stops can start to blur into each other. So while you get an overall Caribbean experience of glorious weather and beaches, you do not get to appreciate each island beyond getting a taste for what could be on offer. So approac…

Tips for Travellers Podcast 146: Shanghai China Tips

…nd advice for visitors to Shanghai in China. Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio This show covers among other topics: Observations Dramatic changes over years I have been visiting. Modern without defining a distinctive Chinese feel while stunning lit up at night. Always been the most cosmopolitan city in China Massive city over 20 million people. Shanghai means up from the sea – massive port – busiest in world – bu…

60-second Cruise Tips 035: Is river cruising suitable for people with mobility issues or disabilities?

…rtravellers.com/cruise-travelers-handbook Subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher Radio. Passengers with mobility issues wanting to do a river cruise should discuss their needs and limitations with the line before booking to see if it is suitable for them. It is not as obvious a choice as it may seem. Some key factors to consider include: Wheelchair access can be problematic on river ships. They are restricted in length, height and wid…

60-Second Cruise Tips 036: Self-service disembarkation

…rtravellers.com/cruise-travelers-handbook Subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes and Stitcher Radio Disembarkation off a cruise ship at the end of your cruise can be a long and frustrating experience, especially if you are travelling on a large ship carrying several thousand other passengers. Unless you are cruising in a premium suite or have high status in the cruise line frequent traveller program, you could find yourself sitting about in publi…

Tips for Travellers Video Podacst 158: Ski Dubai Video

…In this episode of the Tips for Travellers Video Podcast we are at the indoor Ski slope in Dubai called Ski Dubai. This vast complex has long ski slopes and ski lift. It is hard to believe it is indoors! For more video podcasts subscribe to the podcast for free on iTunes Check out this episode!…

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

…rtravellers.com/cruise-travelers-handbook Subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes and Stitcher Radio Passengers going on ocean cruises are increasingly booking as late as they can. There is plenty of capacity, many ships do similar itineraries and so there are loads of deals and incentives. Especially after the 90-day cut-off point when those who have pre-booked have to pay their final balance. Ocean cruisers know they can usually get the cruise t…

Tips for Travellers 149: Hong Kong Tips Revisited

…to Hong Kong. Listen to the tips and advice: Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio. This show covers among other topics: Observations Dense with multitudes of skyscrapers and people. More people live and work above 15th floor than anywhere else in the world and has most residential blocks about 40 stories high and constant development. Very pretty harbour – Victoria harbour – one of deepest natural harbours in the wo…

Cruise Tips 39: Who is Royal Caribbean best for?

…sit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes and Stitcher Radio Royal Caribbean is the world’s second largest cruise line offering resort-like destinations which are often first to introduce features not seen on cruise ships. Their ships have rock climbing, surfing, bumper cars, ice skating, zip lining, water spectaculars and big production shows. They operate many of the largest cruise ships in the world and n…

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Tips for Travellers 150: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

…City in Vietnam. Listen to the tips online: Subscribe free to the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio or TuneIn Radio This show covers among other topics: Observations Fascinating and revealing city to visit especially for history lovers Easy to see why it has been called “Pearl or Paris of the East” with broad avenues and remarkable buildings from their French ruled. People know of it for wrong reasons linked to Vietnam War. History French occupied a…