Archive for January 21st, 2009

European River Cruises - Some Things to Know Before You Go

European River Cruises - Some Things to Know Before You Go
A wonderful alternative to an ocean voyage is taking a river cruise. River cruises offer you luxurious accommodations and the ability to stop at different ports and stroll through some of the most historic cities in the world.

Cruise Line Comparison - Carnival Or Royal Caribbean?
Carnival and Royal Caribbean are two popular cruise lines that have strong followings. Some cruise aficionados refuse to sail on one or the other. Are there any major differences between them?

Luxury Yacht Charter Destination - The Stockholm Archipelago and Gotland - Part II
In my previous article, our last port of call was Sandhamn in the Stockholm archipelago. Today, we’ll cruise on over to the island of Gotland. There are no luxury yachts available for charter on Gotland, but many in Stockholm, so this is the way to go. From Sandhamn, it is about a 24-hour sail to reach Gotland. This beautiful island, surprisingly unknown to foreigners, is a favorite vacation destination among Swedes. First-time Swedish visitors often comment that it feels like being abroad, perhaps somewhere in the Mediterranean.