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Gear grinding lava lovin' pic posing scribbler. Find me at the skyblue place as David-Swanson. Past-President #SATW, Society of American Travel Writers
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Why 'Barge Cruising' Is the Smartest Way to See Europe This Summer

Why 'Barge Cruising' Is the Smartest Way to See Europe This Summer

On a languid boat trip through Champagne, France, a cruise-travel expert discovers the upside to sailing at f…

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Jamaica Travel Is Still Possible After Hurricane Melissa: What to Know | Virtuoso

Jamaica Travel Is Still Possible After Hurricane Melissa: What to Know | Virtuoso

"The best way to give back is to come back," says Philip Rose, the Jamaica Tourist Board's deputy director of…

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On This Sea Cloud Spirit Cruise along the Dalmatian Coast, the Wind Is a Main Character | Virtuos...

On This Sea Cloud Spirit Cruise along the Dalmatian Coast, the Wind Is a Main Character | Virtuos...

On a balinese daybed on a morning graced with gentle breezes, I'm surrounded by the swish of rope, the clink …

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The New Cruise Ships We're Excited about for 2026 | Virtuoso

The New Cruise Ships We're Excited about for 2026 | Virtuoso

I'VE GOT THE LIST! Here are Virtuoso's 19 most exciting new ships hitting the water this year, big ships and …

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Where Next: The Brahmaputra River, India

Where Next: The Brahmaputra River, India

The under-the-radar, northeastern state of Assam is emerging as India for the adventurous set. Thanks to a cr…

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Cruises with Land Tours in Alaska, Japan, and the UK That Go Beyond the Shore | Virtuoso

Cruises with Land Tours in Alaska, Japan, and the UK That Go Beyond the Shore | Virtuoso

From castle-hopping in the UK to geisha performances in Japan and glacier treks in Alaska, these extended iti…

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AARP Smart Guide to River Cruises

AARP Smart Guide to River Cruises

From European to American options, river cruises offer luxury and scenic views. Find out how to make the most…

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California: The Golden State Is a Planner's Paradise

California: The Golden State Is a Planner's Paradise

From beaches and lakes that people see on postcards, to mountains that take your breath away, to deserts with…

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City Guide: Shanghai’s Hot Spots

City Guide: Shanghai’s Hot Spots

China may be the world's oldest continuous civilization, but glittering Shanghai is its modern-day, gussied-u…

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These Are the Best Restaurants in Cartagena, Sydney, and Istanbul to Visit on a Port Call | Virtu...

These Are the Best Restaurants in Cartagena, Sydney, and Istanbul to Visit on a Port Call | Virtu...

Hungry on an overnight port call? Turn to Virtuoso travel advisors for restaurant recs.

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The Mekong's Moment: Why Cruise Lines Have Embraced Southeast Asia

The Mekong's Moment: Why Cruise Lines Have Embraced Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia is back in the spotlight as developments along this storied river make Cambodia, Laos, and Vie…

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The Best Activities In San Diego

The Best Activities In San Diego

From the nation's largest urban cultural park to cruises on a highly scenic harbor, the best San Diego activi…

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Florida: For Supreme Events, the Sunshine State Has It All

Florida: For Supreme Events, the Sunshine State Has It All

As a meeting destination, Florida avails an impressive variety of backdrops, offering options for almost any …

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What It's Like to Sail on the New Norwegian Aqua Ship​

What It's Like to Sail on the New Norwegian Aqua Ship​

I thought the marquee lure for Norwegian Cruise Line’s latest ship, Norwegian Aqua, would be a stage show bui…

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Why Orlando Remains America's Top-Ranked Meeting Destination

Why Orlando Remains America's Top-Ranked Meeting Destination

What’s the secret sauce that makes Orlando the number one meeting destination in the nation? In 2025, planner…

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A New Day Dawns: Silversea Crafts a Seamless Antarctica Fly Cruise with New Enhancements - Discov...

A New Day Dawns: Silversea Crafts a Seamless Antarctica Fly Cruise with New Enhancements - Discov...

The best destinations in the world transcend travel hurdles. An African safari? Yep. A secret island resort b…

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Hemingway Slept Here

Hemingway Slept Here

Primped, buffed, and freshly aglow, an original luxury hotel in Madrid is once again in the spotlight. Follo…

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The Best Things to Do in London in Spring

The Best Things to Do in London in Spring

There’s no better time to visit England’s glam dame capital than the joyous, if somewhat unpredictable, perio…

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2026's Total Solar Eclipse Is Best Seen from a Cruise Ship - Here's Why

2026's Total Solar Eclipse Is Best Seen from a Cruise Ship - Here's Why

Where will you be on August 12, 2026? The lucky among us might find ourselves aboard a cruise ship sailing wi…

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Introducing the World's Southernmost Hotel: The Cormorant at 55 South

Introducing the World's Southernmost Hotel: The Cormorant at 55 South

When it opens during the 2025/2026 Antarctica season, The Cormorant at 55 South will be the world's southernm…

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Mekong Cruise: A passage through history both ancient and modern

Mekong Cruise: A passage through history both ancient and modern

Just before dawn on a pleasantly warm August morning, the AmaDara is tied up to trees on an island in the mid…

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The Best North American Cruises for Families Who Want Low-Key Travel

The Best North American Cruises for Families Who Want Low-Key Travel

While cruises to distant lands still beckon, sometimes closer and easier is best, especially for families, an…

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China Now? This Cruise Opens the Door to Less-Visited Ports

China Now? This Cruise Opens the Door to Less-Visited Ports

My first trip, in 2002, was a “China 101” experience. Terra-cotta warriors? Check. Great Wall, check. But onc…

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A Desert Gem: Las Vegas Shines Brighter Than Ever for Meeting Planners

A Desert Gem: Las Vegas Shines Brighter Than Ever for Meeting Planners

When it comes to selecting the ideal meeting location for a major client conference, Las Vegas is a no-braine…

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