Viking Ships are back in America. Yes, Viking Cruises have positioned one of their ocean liners in the Americas. The relatively new Viking Star (christened in 2015) is taking up residency in the Caribbean. The cruise company that transformed the river cruise industry is now venturing into the ocean liner market with a release of […]
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Sailing to New Destinations with Holland America
I explored many new destinations with Holland America and on each of my two cruises on board the luxury cruise line my itinerary showcased dream destinations, dare I even say, bucket list destinations. My first voyage included a passage through the Panama Canal along with plenty of memorable Caribbean beaches and the second explored American’s […]
Episode 18 – South Padre Island, Where Mañanaville Meets Margaritaville
Originally, I made plans to visit South Padre Island for spring break years ago. Plans shifted and we traveled elsewhere, but South Padre Island always intrigued and I finally just recently made my way and visited the Gulf of Mexico island destination for episode 18 – Exploring South Padre Island, Texas. What did I find […]
Smile, You Can Win a Dream Cruise Holiday
Smile, it is officially Plan a Cruise Month and you have a chance to win a dream cruise just by showing your “Cruise Smile” My smile grows with each adventure at sea and as the cruise industry continues to grow and expand each year with more itineraries and new ships, I discovered these incredible holiday […]
Floating Among the Clouds, Parasailing South Padre Island
Could I see Mexico? Well I wasn’t sure, but just miles from the border I can attest to seeing the deep blues of the Gulf of Mexico in the distance parasailing in South Padre Island, Texas. Incredible views are a top reason to take to the sky with views of the causeway bridge and the […]
A Glimpse of Beaufort, South Carolina at Sunset
I excused myself from a delightful dinner at the Saltus River Grill on the waterfront for a moment to walk to the water’s edge and catch a glimpse of the sunset in Beaufort, South Carolina. A glimpse is exactly what I did see. And a glimpse is what one discovers on a first visit with […]
Sampling New Adventure Gear on a Trip to Montana
When heading off to the Montana state capital city, I packed a few extra items to sample on my adventure. As it turned out, these items helped make for even a better time exploring the treasured adventures that await in Montana. Happy Luxe – Travel Pillow With early am flights and a layover I wanted […]
The South Padre Sunset from Pier 19
The best beach towns and destinations contain character, hold history, offer good dining options, and also provide visitors the opportunity to appreciate a splendid sunset. You’ll find all of this on visit to South Padre Island, Texas. At Pier 19, the character and charm is unmistakable from the restaurant design and décor to even its […]
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