Bahamas: Love Never Goes Out of Style
Love never goes out of style, and the Bahamas is the perfect place to celebrate it. Only forty-eight nautical miles from the United States, two international airports, direct airlift from Europe, Latin America, Canada and the United States and two major ship ports, The Bahamas is an easily accessible destination with many hidden gems to host a spectacular awe-inspiring wedding, or an unforgettable honeymoon.Amidst all the stress of choosing color schemes (What color is eggplant anyway?) and bridesmaids, menus and cake tastings, we want to at least make choosing a destination a little easier for you. The Islands of the Bahamas, in all its splendor, await with a tropical climate that offers mild winters and high temperatures all year round. The perfect location... more
3rd 'Lady Ship' Announced for New Cruise Company on International Women's Day
Cruise lovers haven’t even had a chance to sail aboard the first ship on this new – and much anticipated – cruise line. The Scarlet Lady launched a year ago just moments before the travel shutdown, and guests are still waiting to find out what it’s like to cruise the adults-only, Virgin Voyages way. That hasn’t stopped Sir Richard Branson’s disruptor cruise line from continuing to build its fleet of what – in a twist of British cheek – it’s calling ‘lady ships’. So of course, they seized upon International Women’s Day to unveil the ‘Resilient Lady.’“Virgin Voyages is announcing Resilient Lady on International Women’s Day to symbolise the spirit of its Lady Ships, and to celebrate women and their achievements, strength, leadership... more
World's Longest River Cruise Set for 2023
46 nights. 7 rivers. 14 countries. You’ve heard of ocean ‘World Cruises’. This is the first of its kind for river cruising and may be the start of a whole new river cruise travel trend. The longest-ever river cruise itinerary is the perfect way to refill a love for cruising that’s been running dry since the pandemic. AmaWaterways calls it the ‘Seven River Journey Through Europe’, and it sails in 2023. Similar in spirit to ocean ‘World Cruises’, this river cruise version is different in a couple of ways. Almost all ocean World Cruises depart in the New Year, sailing for months on a single ship. The Seven River Journey Through Europe departs June 1st at the height of fine weather in Europe. And instead... more
Feel Like Making Awesome Family Memories With Norwegian Cruise Line?
We know a place where kids can be kids, adults can be adults and families can get even closer. A cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line offers something for everyone visiting some of the best destinations including Alaska, The Caribbean, Europe and more. There’s plenty to explore on our ships. Head up to the top deck and take the checkered flag on the racetrack, conquer the largest ropes course at sea, have an epic laser battle or whoosh down a thrilling waterslide at the Aqua Park. Be sure to check out Norwegian’s complimentary youth programs. Splash Academy for ages 3 – 12 and Entourage for teens. When you venture ashore, adventure awaits. Mush your way across an ice field in Alaska. Surf in... more
The New COVID Safety Measure Cruise Travelers will actually LOVE
It’s one of the least-loved experiences on a cruise. Not long after you board your ship with excitement to explore and start your vacation, you are required to put down your cocktail, and report to your ‘muster station’ for a mandatory safety drill. Sometimes, you even have to go back to your stateroom, collect your life vest, and take it – or wear it! - to your designated lifeboat on deck, trying not to trip over the trailing ties of someone else’s PFD as you are herded up and down stairs (in a real emergency, the elevators would not be operating, so that’s how some ships ask guests to ‘rehearse’ mustering to the lifeboats) along with the entire population – crew and... more
This is the First US-based River Cruise Line to Restart Cruising in Europe
Americans are still barred from Europe, and Canadians are technically permitted into Europe but still under their own government restrictions against leisure travel and required to quarantine 14 days upon their return to the country. So it’s hard to imagine that one of North America’s favorite river cruise lines has begun sailing the rivers of Europe again. As of July, AmaWaterways is pioneering the re-opening of European river cruise operations, with a series of charters of AmaKristina in Germany for local guests. AmaWaterways’ return to the rivers comes with new, enhanced health and safety protocols developed from EU, CDC, World Health Organization, and cruising authorities’s guidelines. The line’s new health and safety measures are designed to protect both guests and crew, while maintaining... more
Bubble Cruising? Yes, You Can Cruise Close to Home
COVID's impact on travel is having one brilliant effect: it's shining a spotlight on the boom in cruising on the waterways of North America, with new ships and new itineraries to appeal to every cruise traveler's interests.'Bubble' travel is the first step in the return to travel.Lynn Elmhirst, Producer/Host of BestTrip TV and cruise expert, explains the unique highlights of 6 river and fresh water small ship cruises from the West Coast to the East - plus one cruise line that's expanding operations into North America - that will inspire you to make a cruise close to home your first post-COVID vacation. And book more in the years to come.Some of the regularly-scheduled itineraries that cross the closed US/Canada border... more
Do You Miss Cruising? This Recipe Will Let You Re-Create an Iconic Cruise Experience at Home
There may be no dish that evokes cruising more than Baked Alaska.A miracle dessert of warm, caramelized meringue on the outside, still magically full of layers of frozen ice cream on the inside. No one really knows why, but somewhere along the way, it became a classic of traditional cruise culture.Even today, Baked Alaska is often served on celebration, formal or farewell evenings. The ultimate Baked Alaska experience includes 'parades': a procession of dining room staff each bearing a flaming Baked Alaska for each table of diners to top off an evening of formal dining. (Hilariously, these days, often to the unofficial Baked Alaska parade theme song of 'Hot, Hot, Hot'). Rarely seen anymore on land, a flaming Baked Alaska never... more
Video: The World's Largest Spring Flower Garden - in Full Bloom on a Tulip-Time River Cruise!
They call it 'The Garden of Europe', and it's open for only 8 short weeks every spring. The spectacular Keukenhof garden in the Netherlands is said to be the largest spring flower garden in the world – and it's the highlight of our Avalon Tulip Time river cruise. BestTrip.TV filmed this once-a-year explosion of color of blooming tulips, surrounded by some of the famous Dutch tulip fields. We were there and even we thought it was too incredible to be real! Garden Travel expert Tara Nolan of SavvyGardening.com shares her insights into what makes the Keukenhof a can't-miss celebration of spring, best experienced from our Avalon Tulip Time river cruise. And if you think the Keukenhof garden experience on a Tulip-Time cruise is... more
4 Tips for Planning a Family Reunion Cruise
Carnival Cruise Line is changing the way to enjoy a Family Reunion! more
Roundup of the NEW, COVID Insurance Options for Canadian Travellers
In less than a month, the landscape for Canadian travellers has been transformed.Back in March, the COVID-19 virus was determined to be a ‘known factor’ and so it was no longer covered by regular travel medical insurance policies. Since then, Canadians who have wanted to travel have not had coverage for expenses incurred if they contracted the virus while abroad.All that changed just a couple of weeks ago. With much of the world learning to manage the pandemic, and commonly-accepted safety practices to help prevent the spread of the virus, one of the next key events necessary for a resumption of travel happened:Travel medical insurance covering Canadians in the unlikely event they contract the virus away from home.Once the first company... more
Destination Wedding Check List
Destination Weddings: A great planning list - starting 18 months out from the special day. more
Planning Ahead - Destination Wedding
Saying “I do” to the perfect destination wedding has never been easier! So you’ve decided that a typical wedding just isn’t your style. Instead, you’d rather tie the knot in a beautiful and intimate beach setting with only your closest family and friends in attendance, celebrating this new chapter of your lives with you. We couldn’t agree with you more! Plan Ahead Planning ahead – anywhere from eight to 10 months – for a destination wedding in Mexico or the Caribbean will allow you plenty of time to find a resort, settle all the details, and perhaps calm any nervousness you may have. Remember that certain times of the year, including holidays, may be more expensive, so be sure you know what your... more
Planning a Destination Wedding?
You’re engaged and planning to say ‘I do” on a tropical island some thousands of miles away from home, where do you start? START PLANNING NOW Planning ahead – anywhere from eight to 10 months – for a destination wedding in Mexico or the Caribbean will allow you plenty of time to find a resort, settle all the details, and perhaps calm any nervousness you may have. Remember that certain times of the year, including holidays, may be more expensive, so be sure you know what your overall budget is and try to stick to it. Once you have a date set for the nuptials, you and yours should discuss with one of our Travel Consultants those places where you’re most interested in... more
Everlasting Love
Couples wanting to break away from the ordinary wedding in search of peace, relaxation and romance will absolutely love opting for a destination wedding at an all-inclusive resort. more
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