Amazing Scandinavia and the North Atlantic have much to offer in the way of cruise ports of call. Visit Amsterdam’s Keukenhof tulip show, explore Icelands waterfalls, Reykjavik or stroll through picturesque Copenhagen. Find an itinerary to explore Scandinavia… Join Us Haven’t joined us yet? Sign up here to receive notices on new articles as theyContinue reading “Destination Scandinavia & The North Atlantic”
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The Port Of Lerwick, Shetland Islands
Located in the North Sea one hundred fifty miles north of Scotland is the Shetland Islands. The largest island is Shetland Mainland with three additional smaller islands named Yell, Unst and Fetlair. Lerwick, the major town in the archipelago, is located on the east coast of Shetland Mainland. Most of Lerwick’s buildings are made ofContinue reading “The Port Of Lerwick, Shetland Islands”
Destination The Mediterranean
Summer is cruising season in the Mediterranean and the major cruise lines are well established in the market and offer a wide variety of itineraries. There are a number of similarities in most itineraries with the two main embarkation ports being Barcelona and the port for Rome, Civitavecchia. A majority of cruises in the easternContinue reading “Destination The Mediterranean”
Port of Call Cobh, Ireland
City Character – Cobh is a picturesque city centered on its waterfront. It features a beautiful Cathedral, nice shops, restaurants and pubs and The Titanic Museum. The connection to the Titanic is based on Cobh being the last port before the ship’s fateful Atlantic crossing. Cobh, Ireland was originally known as Queenstown. It was renamedContinue reading “Port of Call Cobh, Ireland”
A Stork Nest In A Village In Croatia
This is a common sight throughout Europe in late spring and early summer when these storks migrate up from Africa. The white stork (Ciconia ciconia) is unique among Europe’s other large birds, by being closely connected with human habitation. They build their nests mainly on roofs and chimneys and in much of Europe these elegantContinue reading “A Stork Nest In A Village In Croatia”
Český Krumlov, The Czech Republic
In South Bohemia in the Czech Republic, is a small town featuring a castle on a hill, a small river flowing right through its middle and quant streets with picturesque pastel buildings. It is often referred to as Europe’s most beautiful town. Welcome to Český Krumlov four hours south of Prague, it’s bisected by theContinue reading “Český Krumlov, The Czech Republic”
The Intentional Travelers 