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AmaWaterways Just Announced 3 New Cruise Themes: Wellness, Beer, and Music!
Hey there, Active Voyagers! Have you heard? AmaWaterways just announced three brand-new specialty cruises that honestly sound too good to pass up. I got the inside scoop and had to share it with you all! Photo Courtesy Of AmaWaterways The Wellness Cruise: Vacation...
The Original French Macaron: A Hidden Gem in Saint-Émilion
While most of us are familiar with the pretty pastel sandwich cookies that have taken over pastry shops worldwide. But there’s a simpler, more traditional version with centuries of history behind it. I’m talking about the original macaron, the humble ancestor that started it all, hiding in the charming medieval town of Saint-Émilion.
Chasing Spring and Summer Blooms: River Cruising Through Europe’s Most Beautiful Seasons
Want to experience Europe at its most colorful? Let me tell you about two absolutely magical times to hop aboard a river cruise: tulip season in the Netherlands and lavender season in Provence. Both are spectacular! But you can only see the colorful blooms for a...
My Active & Discovery Adventure on the Danube with Avalon Waterways
Redefining River Cruising: A New Way to Explore Europe You know how river cruising often conjures up images of passive sightseeing from bus windows? Well, let me tell you about Avalon Waterways completely different way to explore Europe's waterways that had me hiking,...
Paris to Prague with My Mom on a Viking Cruise
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate a milestone birthday? Let me tell you about the time I took my mom on a Viking river cruise from Paris to Prague. This wasn't just any trip - it was my mom's first time abroad, and Paris had always been at the top of her bucket...
Christmas Market River Cruises
A Magical Journey Through Europe's Holiday Traditions! Picture yourself strolling through a cobblestone square, snowflakes gently falling around you, while the warm glow of twinkling lights illuminates wooden stalls filled with handcrafted treasures. The air is rich...
Preparing for Your First Cruise
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An Evening of Elegance: A Royal Waltz Concert in Vienna
Among Vienna's many cultural treasures, perhaps none captures the city's imperial grandeur quite like its classical music tradition. During my Avalon Waterways cruise, I opted for their Discovery excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert, an experience that...
A Sun-Drenched Afternoon Exploring Olive Oil In Provence
On our Viking Cruise along the Rhône through Provence, one of the optional excursions was to visit an olive oil farm and mill. Loving food as much as we do, we were excited for this day trip. After a morning walking through Arles, and lunch in the Aquavit Terrace, we...
Beaujolais + Truffles: A Delicious Day Trip In France
There are some travel experiences that stay with you long after you've returned home – where the morning mist, ancient traditions, and incredible flavors create an unforgettable day. Our exploration of the culinary treasures of Beaujolais was exactly that kind of...
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