Protecting Forests In The Congo

The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and Rainforest Foundation Norway (RFN) are partnering with Indigenous Peoples and local communities to launch the first ever direct access fund for Indigenous Peoples and local communities protecting forests in the Democratic Republic of the Read More …

Tiny Ships: This One Has Only 7 Other Guests

Luxury Hotel Barge Operator European Waterways has launched its newest Ultra Deluxe vessel, the eight-passenger Kir Royale, which will cruise the Champagne region of France starting in May 2024. The vessel features major upgrades that include a more spacious layout Read More …

Explore Japan On HAL’s 53-Day Cruise

Holland America Line is offering a first-ever roundtrip sailing to Japan from Seattle, departing on September 1, 2024. The 53-day “Majestic Japan” Legendary Voyage will immerse passengers in the culture and beauty of Japan, with overnight stays in Yokohama (Tokyo) Read More …

Should I Fly Right Now?

Airlines continue to work on staffing and scheduling issues, causing a reduction in flight delays and cancellations. Still, these things happen and continue to happen at a higher rate than in 2019, pre-global epidemic. Let’s start with a list of Read More …

Coast Guard To Require Duck Boat Safety

The U.S. Coast Guard has issued an interim rule requiring additional safety measures for DUKW amphibious passenger vessels, aka “duck boats,” in response to the sinking of the Stretch Duck 7 on Table Rock Lake at Lake of the Ozarks Read More …

Carnival Celebrates Bahamas 50th Anniversary

Carnival Cruise Line and the Government of The Bahamas celebrated the country’s 50th anniversary of independence with a Junkanoo experience aboard Mardi Gras. Junkanoo is the national cultural festival of The Bahamas, and the celebration featured an overview of its Read More …