Meet Norwegian Aqua

Norwegian Cruise Line’s 20th vessel Norwegian Aqua makes a splashy debutWith the Champagne bottle smashing against its hull, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL)’s newest ship Norwegian Aqua was christened in Miami by godparent Eric Stonestreet (of TV’s Modern Family fame) in...

SEVILLE, SEVILLE!

A mid-winter visit to Andalusia´s emblematic capital city.CROISIEUROPE's elegant cruise vessel, La Belle de Cadix, is at anchor on a crisp February afternoon, picture perfect on the Guadalquivir River in Seville. Sixty miles south, a choppy Atlantic Ocean is preventing...

Romance and adventure aboard the intimate Paul Gauguin

IN THE HEART OF THE South Pacific, where aquamarine lagoons melt into sapphire seas and coconut palms sway in perpetual sunshine, lies one of the most indulgent ways to encounter French Polynesia: aboard the Paul Gauguin cruise ship. Sleek yet...

IN CONVERSATION

Could Riverside Collection be the new standard in luxury river cruising? With exquisitely designed ships, award-winning dining, and personalized itineraries, they promise an unforgettable voyage on Europe's most scenic rivers. Join me as I speak with Jennifer Halboth, CEO of...

TURKISH DELIGHT

Turkey’s Turquoise coast yields simple pleasuresCOURTESY SCIC SAILINGCOURTESY SCIC SAILINGTHE LAST THING you want to hear on a sailing cruise is: 'there's not enough wind'. And the second last thing is: 'there's too much wind!'So, when I meet a girlfriend...

The Metcalfe

A capital experienceWhether it's business or leisure that takes you to Ottawa, a stay at the 4-star Metcalfe Hotel will position you in the heart of downtown within a short walk of the Parliament Buildings, Rideau Canal, and National Art...

Intimate Yachting Explorations

Discover the allure of yacht-style cruising with Atlas Ocean Voyages, where intimate journeys meet luxury and exploration. Our recent voyage from Malaga, Spain to the Canary Islands was a tapestry of charming ports and cultural immersion. From the majestic Madeira...

Canada’s Castle in the Rockies

Better with age Banff wouldn't be Banff without the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. The iconic castle towers above the town, overlooks the Spray and Bow Rivers, perches amongst awe-inspiring mountain peaks, and resides in the hearts of millions of castle-lovers...

COASTAL CHRONICLES

Taking it slow in Eastern Spain AFTER YEARS OF both frenetic and leisurely travel, I've learned that a slow pace is the fastest route to a peaceful mind. My first-ever trip to Spain in 1989 was part of a mad-dash Eurail...

Aboard Silver Nova to Alaska, Silversea Delivers on 'Finding More' Promise

Discover Silversea's New Gem. Embark on a journey aboard Silversea's Silver Nova, the latest marvel in luxury cruising. My recent voyage to Alaska brought impeccable service, stunning design, and a truly memorable experience. From the serene Deck 10 to the delicious...

The Aria Hotel, Budapest

An interlude in BudapestAs you enter the calm, musically-inspired and delightful haven of the boutique Aria Hotel, in in central Budapest, close to St Stephen's Basilica and the pedestrian shopping streets, you must prepare to be charmed.The Aria is well-named...

A Laurentian Spring

The sweet case for indulgenceThere's a special sweetness to March in the Laurentians. Snow is still deep and white on the ski hills, but the afternoon warmth turns hard-packed slopes to soft corn, and days end with skiers sitting at...