Before our trip, we had seen countless photographs of Santorini’s white buildings, blue domes and brilliant Aegean waters, but we wondered what it would actually be like to experience it for ourselves. As captured in our photos, Santorini is one of those places that seemed almost too beautiful to be real. While planning our seven-day Mediterranean cruise, we realized that Santorini was not included as a port on our particular itinerary. Since our cruise would end in Athens,

Cruising offers so many experiences and your cabin selection is no exception, and while we all might like the space and amenities of the Owners Suite the reality is that its not a one size fits all when it comes to cabins. Consider first if you’re planning on spending time in the cabin. If you’re pleasure is sunning by the pool, taking in all the onboard activities and shows and you only really use the cabin for changing, showering and sleeping then maybe an Inside Cabin is f

Many people will look first at whats available and then select from that list, only to come off the cruise feeling short changed. This can be avoided by first deciding what kind of a vacation experience you want, how long you’re prepared to travel, and your budget. Sounds simple enough but is it really? Consider this: Are you interested in checking out the beaches of the world? Perhaps your thing is living the history or unique culture of a destination. Maybe you want to get

Cruise Lines are not a one size fits all, and while all, except for one, will gladly welcome any cruiser on board the reality is that each Cruise Line will cater to specific demographics, experiences and budget. Here’s a breakdown. Luxury: Starting with luxury, you get what you pay for, like Michelin Star Dining experience, a personal butler, concierge service, included excursions, twice daily room service and so much more. If you have a lot of discretionary income you might

Lets be real here, cruising isn’t for everyone. Before you say no you owe it to yourself to consider the alternatives and why cruising might actually be a yes. Whether its a land based tour, a resort destination, or a cruise there are pros and cons for each, and each will offer a unique vacation experience. Cruising offers the opportunity to experience a variety of destinations from a floating base camp (the ship), with all the food included, daily entertainment, room service

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