In my previous article I gave a brief over view of a typical day in the life of a passenger aboard the Viking Danube, one ship in the Viking River Cruise fleet. When you are aboard such a congenial and …
Mammoth Mountain: A California High by Patty Burness
You’ll be on the top of the world after about an hour flight from San Francisco to Mammoth Lakes. At over 11,000 feet, Mammoth soars above many nearby mountain tops. Last April, I flew to Mammoth Lakes. Spring seemed the …
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Palau, Micronesia, Oceania by Emma Krasov
Photography by Yuri Krasov The islands of Palau, all five hundred of them, big and small, oblong and round, belong to the largest archipelago in Micronesia and mostly look like Chia pets. Their bottoms are neatly undercut with a double …
Christmas In Grapevine, Texas by Bonnie and Bill Neely
Grapevine is TRULY the Christmas Capital of Texas, officially designated so by the Texas Senate in 2009, and the season from mid-November till the first week of January is THE place to catch the spirit! Grapevine itself is a hidden …
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Riviera Maya and the Sacred Mayan Journey by Robert Painter
If you thought a holiday on the Riviera would be fun, but you checked hotel prices in Monte Carlo, you may have changed your mind. But, you don’t have to pass up a delightful Riviera vacation solely on the basis …
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This Is Not The Amazon River by Katie Miller
“I’ve decided that I’m going to do it,” I announced to my roommates in Peru. “Do what?” Ben asked. “The boat trip down the Amazon. Definitely, definitely going to do it.” “Twelve hours ago you told me you were definitely, …
The Via Alpina: The Toughest Hike You’ll Ever Love by Brandon Wilson
Have you always wanted to do more than just see the Alps from a distance? Ready to experience them? Well, now there’s a new way to discover this legendary region. The Via Alpina consists of five hiking trails stretching more …
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Mumbai to Cape Town On Crystal Serenity – An Odyssey to Remember by Larry and Gail Taylor
From Mumbai, India, to South Africa – this sounded like a terrific itinerary. My wife and I loved India, and South Africa was one the places topping our “to do” list. We decided to book this trip on Crystal Cruise …
A Love Affair with Viking River Cruises: Part One by Terry Zinn
There is no better way to travel and see more interesting things than on a cruise. Unpacking once, having an amenable home base for dining, education, entertainment and security are all additional cruise advantages. The ultimate cruise experience is river …
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Discovering Secret Cancun by Emma Krasov
Photography by Yuri Krasov It’s no secret that Cancun, the most popular tourist destination in Mexico, has breathtaking sandy beaches and the clearest water in the Caribbean. It’s also no secret that recently renovated Hotel Zone can accommodate any request …
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