Summer Gear Update: New Travel Tools Help Cope With Delays

Whether you’re exploring new cities or hiking scenic trails, eventually you’ll get there and these 8 travel accessories will help make your life easier while on-the-go! 1. Honeydew Sleep Travel PillowStarting at 129.99 – honeydewsleep .com 2. Pocket Tripod ~ “Phone Read More …

Le Boat Makes Waves with New Partner

Get ready to set sail on an unforgettable adventure! Le Boat, Europe’s leading boat rental company, has joined forces with Groupe Beneteau’s Delphia brand to revolutionize the boating world. With a £100 million investment over the next decade, Le Boat Read More …

Holland America Line’s “Have It All — Early Booking Bonus” Offer

Holland America Line is adding even more value to its already robust Have It All premium package with its best offer of the year on cruises April 2025 and beyond, representing significant savings on amenities for those looking to cruise Read More …

Before The Cruise Options: Airbnb vs Hotels

The latest analysis by Upgraded Points compares the average nightly costs of Airbnbs and hotels across 100 of America’s largest cities. “Hotels have long been the go-to choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience, but Airbnb has grown in popularity as an Read More …

Holland America McKinley Chalet Debuts New Menus, Earns Seafood Certification

Guests on Holland America Line’s Alaska Cruisetours will have a new culinary experience at McKinley Chalet Resort near Denali National Park. The resort’s two restaurants have revamped their menus, emphasizing fresh, locally sourced sustainable seafood. This focus on sustainability is Read More …

Windstar Reveals More: New Ship, Star Seeker

Small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises revealed today it’s planning to send its newest ship, Star Seeker, cruising to Alaska and Japan when it joins the fleet in 2026. Windstar last sailed in Alaska and Japan in 2023 before it redeployed Star Breeze to be Read More …

Sailing Viking: We’ve Been Modified

NOTE: This post was originally published in 2015 but the information is timely as the topic of “itinerary modifications” gets socially heated. It’s easy to look at travel plans like decisions.  Once made, we live with them.  Items on a Read More …

Cunard Reveals 2025 Event Voyages Program

Cunard’s 2025 Event Voyages on Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth, and Queen Victoria will offer passengers a unique opportunity to engage with experts from various fields, including arts, gastronomy, wine, and entertainment. The voyages will feature a variety of performances, Read More …

Costa Cruises Extends ‘Discovery Sale’ Until June 25

Costa Cruises North America is offering a “Discovery Sale” with cruises starting at $449 per person for various destinations like the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Northern Europe, and the United Arab Emirates. The sale ends on June 10, 2024, and guests booking Read More …