You would think bringing a set of walkie talkies sounds old fashion in this era of smartphones and free Wi-Fi. However, most cruise ships are still not providing free Wi-Fi onboard. You’ll have to pay a fee to get connected. Even if you pay, you’ll get slow and inconsistent internet. As for phone signal, there’s none at sea. If there is, you may ... [Read more]
St. Maarten is one of the most popular ports of call in the Caribbean. No other destination has become more synonymous to cruising than St. Maarten. This little island consists of two countries, The French St. Martin and The Dutch St. Maarten. This 37-square mile island is only 1,219 miles from Miami, which is almost the same distance from New York ... [Read more]
In Moscow, it is not rare if you see women wearing heels and short skirts walking for miles on cobblestone streets and men parading their Ferrari or Porsche near fancy restaurants. Moscow is filled with millionaires, posh restaurants, cafés and grand historical buildings. With almost 12 million people, Moscow is the largest city in Europe. It takes ... [Read more]
Any time is a good time to visit Lisbon. Ideally positioned at the western end of the Iberian peninsula on the Atlantic Sea and by the Tagus River, Lisbon offers plenty of sunshine. In fact, the sun shines on an average of 290 days per year. The temperature during the coldest month barely drops below 50 degrees Fahrenheit and during the hottest month, ... [Read more]
Spring time is when nature awakens and cold weather subsides. Canadian writer, Margaret Atwood said, “in the spring, at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt!” Now is the time to spring into action, plan your route, pack your bags and enjoy the ride. Here are 5 best spring road trips to take: 1. Bluebonnets Road Trip Each spring the ... [Read more]
