AAA The Extra Mile. Dec 2024. Venture on a trip to the world’s most captivating and remote destinations, so isolated that you can reach them only by ship. These are not private billionaire-owned islands or cruise line-designed party hubs. From the Subantarctic Islands of New Zealand to the dramatic fjords of Norway, these remote destinations […]

AAA The Extra Mile. Sept 2024. Want to dive deeper into the ports of call on your next Royal Caribbean cruise? Check out Royal Caribbean’s exciting and diverse lineup of shore excursions. Whether you are seeking an adrenaline-pumping adventure, a lesson in ancient history, a demonstration in the local cuisine or anything in between, Royal Caribbean’s myriad shore […]

AAA The Extra Mile – Sept 2024. From creatively concocted cupcakes, to sustainably caught seafood, to meticulously choreographed five-course gourmet affairs, culinary delights aboard  cruises span the culinary spectrum to appeal to diverse palates. Many of the onboard dining venues are included in the price of your cruise, and those select specialty restaurants that aren’t […]

Fodor’s Travel. July 2024. An expert’s review of AmaWaterways AmaDara sailing on the Mekong River.

AAA The Extra Mile. July 2024. With 27 oceangoing vessels, Royal Caribbean is the world’s largest cruise line by passenger capacity. The cruise line operates six of the 10 biggest cruise ships in the world, each holding up to 10,000 guests and crew members. Royal Caribbean caters to cruisers of all ages with its lively atmosphere and […]

AAA The Extra Mile. July 2024. Royal Caribbean ships have up to 34 different types of staterooms depending on the ship class. So, it is important to know which stateroom is best suited to your group size, budget, occasion and length of cruise before you book. While most staterooms come with basic amenities, such as comfortable beds, a […]

AAA. November 2023. Cruising can be an affordable and fun way to travel, offering ease of transfers between location and greater accessibility for travelers with limited mobility. But with so many cruise lines and sailings to choose from, booking your first cruise can be a daunting task. You want to ensure you pick the right ship size, […]

AAA. November 2023. If you are looking to cruise with Royal Caribbean but can’t decide which of its 29 ocean-going vessels to choose from, here’s a quick breakdown for you. Royal Caribbean ship classes are broken into six groups, each constructed around the same time with the same basic design. Most offer similar amenities with […]

AAA The Extra Mile. July 2023. A cruise vacation can be relaxing, educational, and enjoyable at any age. If you are looking to take an adventure on the high seas for the first time but don’t know where to start, here are some basic considerations to get you on your way. IDENTIFY YOUR CRUISE STYLE The […]

AAA The Extra Mile. May 2023. Are you longing to hear the gentle splash of the waves and gaze at endless blue waters? This summer, embark on a unique cruise that is designed for mature travelers looking to feed their adventuresome spirits and their tastebuds.   Select your voyage based on destinations, activities, amenities, and ships […]

For CheapOAir Miles Away Blog. December 2016.  The country of Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) is located in the South Asian peninsula, between China, India, Laos, Bangladesh and Thailand. Until recently, the country had an embargo on foreign visitors. Therefore, much of the land is still untouched by tourists. This off-the-beaten path destination has a […]

For Khabar Magazine. April 2016   South Asians are a large and growing market for cruise vacations. What do they look for on such trips? And how are cruise companies catering to this booming category of travelers? This past summer, my husband and I took a twoweek Mediterranean cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Anthem of the […]