Port of Call The Island Of Cozumel This port of call is often referred to as Cozumel, but it is actually island on the southeast coast of Mexico and the actual port city is San Miguel de Cozumel. Located off the Yucatan peninsula it is part of the Mexican state of Quintana Roo and aContinue reading “The Cruise Port, Cozumel Mexico”
Category Archives: Cruising
A Movable Feast • Cruise Life
Food And Cruising From the beginning of the great steamship era to todays amazing floating resorts, one thing that has remained a major part of cruising is great food. Today most cruise ships typically offer a main dining room and some more than one, along with a buffet style venue serving breakfast, lunch and dinnerContinue reading “A Movable Feast • Cruise Life”
International Travel Insurance
A recent incident and a conversation with a travel friend highlighted the importance of international travel insurance. Please note that this is written with a focus on American travelers but we are also aware of similar plans offered in Canada and other countries. You will need to explore options based on your home country. ThereContinue reading “International Travel Insurance”
Stanley, The Falkland Islands, A Port Of Call
Stanley the Capital of the Falkland Islands If you’re making a port call in The Falklands chances are you’re going to get to see penguins. The islands are described as “one of the world’s great penguin capitals”. In fact, it’s believed that an estimated one million penguins arrive there every summer to breed. Growing inContinue reading “Stanley, The Falkland Islands, A Port Of Call”
Port of Call Victoria, Canada
The port of Victoria, Canada is located on Vancouver Island in southwest Canada. Victoria is a popular cruise ship port of call on many Alaska itineraries partly because it’s located not far from the city of Vancouver. It is a beautiful city with a number of things to see and do and is only aContinue reading “Port of Call Victoria, Canada”
Cruising And Gratuities
Tipping And What You Can Expect On A Cruise If you’re new to cruising it’s important to calculate gratuities into your thinking when considering the cost of a cruise booking. At the time of booking you will usually be quoted the base fare along with port charges, fees and taxes but that’s not all yourContinue reading “Cruising And Gratuities”
The Intentional Travelers 