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How should you pack for an Alaska cruise? It’s been a while since I sailed in Alaska, but the memories are still strong — not only about the magnificent scenery of the Last Frontier but the weather, too, because It can rain and ...
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Breathe in, breathe out. … In … out. …. Clamp your teeth down hard on the diving regulator. In, out. In, out. Relax, relax, relax. DAY TRIPPING What to do during your visit Pretty soon, the conscious mechanics of ...
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There are about 1,000 registered cenotes in Yucatán, our tour guide proudly declares as he ushers us around Gran Museo del Munda Maya, a museum in the city of Merida that showcases Mayan art and history. For those who don't know, ...
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One of our favorite towns in Alaska, Skagway, resides at the northern tip of the Inside Passage, and when a large cruise ship pulls into port during the summer months, often the 920 or so locals are outnumbered by the ...
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Planning a cruise to Anchorage, Alaska? Endless summer days and abundant activities, attractions and wildlife beckon. With the Chugach Mountains looming and sparkling Cook Inlet summoning like a siren, Anchorage provides endless ...
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While not far from popular Eastern Caribbean ports of call, only a handful of cruise ships call at the island of Antigua. Consider yourself lucky if your upcoming cruise itinerary includes a day at this off-the-beaten-path stop, ...
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Royal Caribbean’s private island in the Bahamas, CocoCay, has reopened after undergoing a $200 million renovation. This newly transformed island, now formally called Perfect Day CocoCay, offers several new island experiences and ...
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If your cruise starts or ends in Punta Arenas, Chile, take time for adventure in one of the most breathtaking national parks in the world. Torres del Paine, about 184 miles northeast of Punta Arenas, is a world biosphere reserve ...
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Many cruise ships calling at ports along Mexico's Caribbean coast, or Riviera Maya, offer shore excursions to the Maya ruins at Tulum, Mexico. But this famous archaeological site isn't the only place of interest in the area. The ...
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Yearning to visit the Middle East? While Israel gets 3 million visitors a year, you might be surprised that Dubai is on course to welcome more than 18 million visitors in 2025. A number of cruise lines — Princess, Royal ...
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An expedition cruise, for those who haven't taken one, is quite simply a taste of exploration and adventure in destinations that are off the beaten track. The emphasis is more about the ports and experiences ashore than the ...
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In part 1 of this two-part series, I offer an overview for what to expect on a cruise to Antarctica. This second part preps you for the journey. Almost all Antarctica cruises begin and end in Ushuaia, Argentina, a former penal ...
