Photo of a Galapagos snake in the Galapagos Islands......[Read More]

Pictures from Oslo, Norway taken while on a cruise to Scandinavia and the Baltic.......[Read More]

That seems to be the common belief. After all, isn't food available at all hours and just about everywhere? So it must be true. Or is it?......[Read More]

Exploring winter in Europe is incredibly romantic; the beautiful cities and majestic architecture are truly inspiring in the season of good will. Taking a river cruise in winter is ideal for celebrating the festive period and here are just a few of the cruise options you have during that time.......[Read More]

Ever thought of going on a houseboat holiday? Spending a weekend or even a longer time on a houseboat with your partner or family and kids can prove to be one of the most delightful experiences of your life.......[Read More]

A country filled with art, wine and food, Italy is a place many Americans have on their "To-Do" lists for future vacations. Milan is a fashion capital, Venice is the city filled with water and Rome is home to the coliseum and the Pope. If your vacation itinerary includes a trip to Italy you can go o......[Read More]

It's difficult enough for an experienced boater to find the perfect boat, but for a first time boater it can be even more difficult. However, there are a few key areas that can help your quest to find the perfect boat.......[Read More]

With proper boating supplies you can get out on the open water and spend your weekend just soaking up the rays or paddling downstream.......[Read More]

Photo of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse proudly showing off the model of the Disney Dream cruise ship at the Disney Dream Preview event in New York......[Read More]

Picture of a sunset over the Suez Canal in Egypt, taken from the Silversea Silver Whisper cruise ship......[Read More]

Photo of a category I inside cabin storage space on the American Queen steamboat......[Read More]

First Time Rome Visitors and Seasoned Rome Travelers Rome Shore Excursions from Civitavecchia......[Read More]

Picture of the Norwegian Pearl Summer Palace Restaurant......[Read More]

Photo of downtown Pest, Hungary, which is on the flat side of the Danube River. Buda is on the hilly side of the river.......[Read More]

Displacement and BuoyancyCruise ships can way over 71,500 tons, typically with two hulls made of extra-strength steel. The actual construction is a hull within a hull for added protection should the boat hit an obstacle.When floating on the ocean, the ships displace a mass of water that.........[Read More]

There are many people out there who are very enthusiastic when it comes to cruising, so they will not use the service of any cruise line. For those certain people who are interested in the services of Princess Cruise or Norwegian Cruise Lines, below you will find some short descriptions with a few v......[Read More]

Chicago skylinechicago river at night image by Patrick Warneka from Fotolia.comFor those interested in dining, drinking and dancing while taking in the fantastic sights of the Chicago skyline along the city's lakefront, the Windy City offers several party cruises that provide good times.........[Read More]

Artist's rendering of the Celebrity Silhouette Alcoves at the Lawn Club......[Read More]

Photo of the Queen Violeta, a small ship that sails 6-day cruises on the Upper Amazon River from Iquitos, Peru......[Read More]

Photo of Linda Garrison with a piranha she caught from the Amazon River in Peru......[Read More]