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5 Reasons You Will Love Calgary
Calgary brings together big-city experiences, local character and the spirit of the Canadian West in a destination that is easy to explore and even easier to tailor.Here are five ways to make more of your time in Calgary:1. Turn a Few Hours into a Calgary ExperienceA compact downtown makes it easy to combine attractions, dining, shopping...
Read More »Suite Dreams Are Made of This
Avalon Waterways: Cruising ElevatedThe best things in life are free. Floating through time and timeless scenery is no doubt one of the most luxurious ways to see the world. Yet on Avalon believes the greatest luxury is freedom – the freedom to wake up to a world of possibilities, the freedom to personally design your days...
Read More »Small Ships, Bigger Stories
As the summer season comes to an end, now is the perfect time to plan your future travels. Viking’s curated itineraries span all seven continents—from Europe’s cultural capitals and the vibrant ports of South America and Asia to the shores of Australia and Antarctica. Wherever you sail, the Viking experience is singular.Your Viking home will always...
Read More »Europe Is Getting an Edge
CELEBRITY CRUISES UNVEILS UNMATCHED EUROPEAN VACATIONS AND ITINERARIES ON ALL SEVEN CONTINENTS IN 2028 AND 2029An exciting Europe season includes new ways to experience the region, as Celebrity Beyond returns for the first time following a 2026 renewal. Enhanced outdoor escapes include the Celebrity Pool Club featuring Orange Peel Bar & Grille and Tacos del Sol,...
Read More »Your Mexico Favorites Have Some News
RIU Hotels & Resorts: What’s New in Your Favorite Mexican DestinationsNew resorts, refreshed favorites, and expanded Elite Club experiences offer even more ways to vacation in Mexico.Your next Mexico vacation may come with something new to discover. From Cancun and Costa Mujeres to Riviera Nayarit and Riviera Maya, RIU Hotels & Resorts is introducing new resorts,...
Read More »Come for the Caribbean, Stay for the Memories
Secrets® The Vine CancunPair the adults-only luxury of Secrets® The Vine Cancun with unforgettable experiences across the Yucatán Peninsula when you book with Pleasant Holidays, your one-stop source for flights, resort accommodations, transfers, sightseeing, and more.Spend your days relaxing beside spectacular Caribbean Sea views with attentive poolside service, then enjoy evenings filled with live entertainment, stylish...
Read More »Mexico With the Family, Minus the Budget Guesswork
How to Make a Mexico All-Inclusive Vacation Easily Fit the Family Budget Key TakeawaysAll-inclusive resorts can make family vacation budgeting easier by bundling accommodations, meals, drinks, entertainment, and many activities into one upfront price.Mexico offers plenty of options for families looking for value, especially when resort promotions and off-peak travel dates line up.Budget-friendly doesn’t have to mean...
Read More »Lights Out on One of the Hottest New Travel Trends
For generations, travelers have organized their days around daylight. Get up. See the sights. Take the photos. Then, as the sun sets, the day starts wrapping up. One of travel’s fastest-growing trends turns that itinerary upside down. And the lights off. Noctourism or Astrotourism? “Noctourism” – or nocturnal tourism – is the growing appetite for travel experiences after dark. Noctourism...
Read More »European Cruising After the Christmas Markets: River and Ocean
What cruises give you the warmest welcome in Europe’s coolest months? River and coastal ocean cruising doesn’t completely stop when the Christmas holidays start. In fact, Europe’s “quiet season” is becoming a season of its own for cruisers. It’s true that most Christmas markets pack up around Christmas Eve, although some extend through the holidays. But then...
Read More »How Low Can They Go? Historic Water Levels and the Future of River Cruising in Europe
European River Cruising Is Changing: What Savvy Travelers Should KnowFrom flexible itineraries to innovative ship design, European river cruise lines are adapting to changing water conditions - and knowledgeable travel advisors can help travelers choose the right river, itinerary and time of year.River cruising remains one of my favorite ways to experience Europe. There’s something special...
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