How do you make a tropical paradise?  Mix one central location with two warm bodies of water and three fun-filled destinations.  The result is the western Caribbean!

Situated between Cuba and Belize, in the middle of the Caribbean Sea, are three little islands with big reputatio

When you're looking for a cruise experience that can be described as "excellent," "exceptional" and "luxurious" Holland America can certainly provide.  Since 1872, this premium cruise line has offered distinctive tours to some of the most unique cities in the world.  However, it's durin

Viking ships and frigid ice expanses.  Snowcapped mountains and rolling hillsides.  Water, water and more water.  You might imagine all these when someone mentions Iceland.  While they are part of what you'll find, the wonders of Iceland reach much farther.  According to

According to the dictionary, "solstice" is defined as "the longest day of the year or the shortest" or as "a culminating or turning point."  Celebrity's entirely new Solstice class is, without question, a turning point for the line.  The inaugural ship in the class - self-titled "Solsti

With a feel slightly reminiscent of San Francisco; Seattle, Washington is a delightful city surrounded by the best Mother Nature has to offer.  In addition, this ultra-modern town is one of only three gateways to the Pacific Northwest, so those who cruise from the U.S. to Alaska will almost

After 35 years at Carnival Cruises, legendary President, Bob Dickinson has made the decision to retire.  Filling his shoes will be a familiar face at Carnival, that of Gerry Cahill former Chief Financial Officer, who has been with the organization since 1994.  While Bob Dickinson will b

In the 1930s, Cunard Line (then White Star Line) donned the largest passenger ship ever built as the RMS Queen Elizabeth.  Honoring the Queen Consort at the time, Cunard took great pride in the Queen Elizabeth who later was the namesake of the Queen Mother.  However, history stepped in

Every year you hear about it: Reports of the mysterious and highly contagious Norwalk virus breaking out onboard cruise ships.  The reports are so widespread that this virus has actually been deemed the "cruise ship virus."  However, what most people don't realize is that there is nothi

With its long and regal past, St. Petersburg, Russia has seen and survived many of the world's tragedies. Through it all, this majestic city has retained her elegant appearance as well as her vibrant spirit.  Today, St. Petersburg offers some of the most dramatic architecture in the world.&n

When you talk about sightseeing, most people naturally assume you'll remain above ground. But in Istanbul, Turkey, the underground cities are some of the best-loved sights of all!  Room after room, city after city is still being uncovered by archeologists ... as many as 150 currently: m

It doesn't make international news.  It's doesn't suffer from many of the problems other European cities do.  It's typically a quiet town.  You might assume that Helsinki, Finland was not a very interesting place to visit.  You'd be wrong!

Helsinki actually has several

When you say, "Alaska," most people begin to conjure images of bears roaming the wilderness, moose grazing in the valley and salmon leaping from the rushing river currents.  But did you know Alaska has ...

• more coastline than all other states combined?
  
• 3 million lakes

I recently had the privilege to sit with one of my favorite television and screen stars for an interview.  Gavin MacLeod has had a diverse and interesting acting career that began in the late 1950s.  As we spoke, I was both impressed and awed at his genuine personality, gentle spirit an

From the enchanting writings of Homer to the celebrities of Greek mythology, the country of Greece has touched the lives of us all whether we realize it or not.  The Trojan War, Helen of Troy, the first Olympics, Alexander the Great, Plato, Aristotle, the Biblical city of Ephesus ... th

An ever-popular tourist spot, Barcelona, Spain is a jewel in the crown of the Mediterranean.  With remarkable architecture, you can experience delightful and intriguing sites as you tour the city, including Monsterrat, legendary home of the Knights of the Holy Grail. From art galleries and m

According to experts, Alaska has some of the best fishing in the country.  The oceans, rivers and lakes are packed with record-breaking salmon, rainbow trout, arctic char, halibut and more.  Alaska is home to five different species of Pacific salmon.  But even if Alaska didn't hold

Volcano eruptions are becoming increasingly rare.  That's because very few active volcanoes still exist.  In fact, according to the Global Volcanism Program, only 50 to 70 volcanoes erupt worldwide every year.  That means being able to witness an active volcano - especially one tha

Anyone who plays golf understands the passion involved with the game.  Movies have been made about it in every vein from the comedy of Caddyshack to the drama of The Legend of Bagger Vance and the action of The Greatest Game Ever Played.  Household names developed from the athletes who

From the exceptional architecture to the world-class cuisine to the astonishing natural beauty, Naples is a city that should be on everyone's "one day" list.  History and culture combine with a regal past to delight visitors with a violent past that has led to a bright future.

Cruise enthusiasts have been in a gleeful state over the last year due to the abundance of new ships that have launched.  If that's what