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Finding Romance on a European River Cruise

Those of us with a passion for travel often daydream about the cities and places we want to visit someday. In these daydreams, sometimes we think about the person we love the most and traveling the world with them. For couples who dream of checking off destinations around the world together, there’s a way to see and do more with your vacation time: take a river cruise! River cruising is one of the best ways to visit multiple cities without the stress of travel days, unpacking and repacking, or getting lost trying to find your hotel. With their Panorama Suites, themed excursions, and incredible…
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9 Must-Do Activities on An Alaska Cruise

As many travelers have realized, viewing Alaska’s vast beauty and diverse wildlife by ship is an essential experience to truly immerse oneself in the stunning landscapes of The Last Frontier. Many of the world’s top cruise lines have developed Alaska cruise itineraries that keep passengers coming back again and again, offering specialized dining menus, educational lectures with special guests, and unique onboard activities. In fact, there is now an abundance of itineraries and excursions available for Alaskan cruising. Perhaps it’s the myriad of options, combined with its captivating landscape, that keep Alaska tourists coming back for more. Here are 9 must-do…
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2023 Books for Your Beach Bag

Summer is here, and with it comes the arrival of hot new books! Do you have a long flight or car ride coming up? Planning to relax on your stateroom balcony or beside a resort swimming pool? Maybe you’re embracing a summer at home, enjoying the peace of your backyard or front porch swing? No matter where you plan to be this summer, we have a book to keep you company. TROPICÁLIA BY HAROLD ROGERS A family awaits the return of its matriarch and contends with the spilled secrets that precede her arrival in debut novel, Tropicália. Set against the bustling…
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Alaska’s Big Five and Where to Spot Them

From seals to arctic hares, Alaska is home to a diverse range of animals that thrive in its vast swaths of untouched land, which includes seven of the twelve largest National Parks in the United States. Many travelers make the trip to the Last Frontier to catch glimpses of Alaska’s remarkable wildlife, the most notable of which are collectively referred to as the “Big Five.” What are Alaska’s “Big Five?” Originally the term Big Five referred to five large land mammals that were difficult to hunt, but today they are the five animals that visitors are most lucky to spot…
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5 Facts about Cinco de Mayo

Crack open a Corona and grab some guacamole — it’s Cinco de Mayo! Sure, everyone loves an excuse to throw a fiesta, but there is more to this holiday than tacos and tequila. Wondering what the fuss is all about? These five facts about the history and traditions behind Cinco de Mayo will provide you with the context for raising a glass today. 1. The day commemorates the Battle of Puebla, part of the Franco-Mexican war that began when the new Mexican President Benito Juarez defaulted on the country’s loans from European governments. On May 5, 1862 the French attacked…
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