The History & Romance of the Canal du Midi
For the modern traveller, a cruise along this quiet waterway is less about zipping between destinations and more about surrendering to a rhythm established centuries ago. The secret to a perfect voyage here is to appreciate the sheer human effort it took to tame this landscape and to embrace the slow art of navigating the smaller towns that dot the edges.
Travel Seasons to Antarctica
Antarctica can be a difficult place to decide when to visit. As the last true wilderness on Earth, it operates on a clock dictated entirely by nature. When you are planning a voyage here, the question is rarely where you will go, but rather when you will choose to go.
How to spend a day in Reykjavik
Do you have a day to spend in Reykjavik? Here’s some ideas on what you can do to make the most of your time in this unique destination.
Eight Reasons to Choose an Expedition Cruise
Eight big reasons to make your next cruise an EXPEDITION…
Beautiful Bruges, Belgium
Bruges, Brugges or Brugge, no matter how you spell it, Bruges in Belgium is like stepping back in time…
When Should I go to Alaska?
Whether you are drawn to the clarity of the early spring air or the moody, golden-brown hues of the late season tundra, each month on a boutique cruise ship in Alaska offers a unique profile that defines the style of voyage.
Discovering St John’s at the edge of Canada
St. John’s is one of the oldest cities in North America, a city where every cliff side and cobblestone street tells a story.
Things to do in Rouen in One Day
Often called the “City of a Hundred Spires,” Rouen is the historic heart of Normandy. It’s compact enough to see in a day, but so layered with history that you’ll feel like you’ve traveled through several centuries by lunch. Here is the definitive list of what to see and do in this storied French city.
Hiroshima Port Day – What should I do?
If you are in Hiroshima for a single day at a port of call, you don’t need a complex minute-by-minute itinerary if you want to explore the city at leisure. Most of the major sights are nearby, and everything else is accessible by public transport. Here are the essential things to see and do.
How to navigate the Osaka subway and train system
How to navigate Osaka’s subway system using google maps and some handy tips to make it easy for English speakers.