Where in the world: Downton Abbey (6-day England) Book by: September 2, 2014 Departure Dates: December 11, 2014 Cost: $2,299 (if booked by 9/2 or $2,599 after 9/2) Why I Like It: It’s a Downton Abbey theme trip! It’s London (my favorite city)! It’s Highclere Castle! It’s London at Christmas! It’s a Christmas Ball! FYI: This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience…. Read More
What’s Up With Terrance?
I’m writing this to let all my fans, friends and family know that I am all right. I know several of you have been wondering what’s up. I have gotten your cards, phone messages, and emails but have just been SO BUSY. I kept thinking things would slow down and then I could get in touch. Well, things haven’t slowed… Read More
How To Avoid Single Supplements On Cruises
It is hard to find cruises that don’t charge single supplements. However, there are groups, such as AARP.com, www.Travelcompanions.com and www.OSoloMio.com that organize cruises for their members and will pair up suitable travelers so as to avoid single supplements. Additionally, cruise lines have begun to cater to solo cruisers. For example, lots of European River Cruises waive single supplement fees,… Read More
Cruises: Which is better…small ships or large ships?
Note: “small” ships means any vessel carrying 1,599 or fewer passengers and “big” ships are any ships with a passenger capacity of 1,600 or more. Big Ships Number of Passengers Pro: If you’re someone who doesn’t mind a crowd, a big ship is the place to do it. With some ships — like those in Royal Caribbean’s Oasis Class —… Read More
Trip Pick of the Week: Iceland
Where in the world: ICELAND Book by: See Cost Departure Dates: Nov ’14 – March ‘15 Cost: $849 (if booked by 8/27) or $899 if booked by 10/7) Why I Like It: I love Iceland! It was so different than I expected and has something for all types of travelers. It has world class nightlife and restaurants and adventure activities…. Read More
Trip Pick of the Week: Affordable Asia
Where in the world: Beijing & Shanghai (8-night) Book by: August 20, 2014 Departure Dates: Nov ’14 and Jan – Feb ’15 (with some additional dates available) Cost: $999 Why I Like It: This price includes roundtrip air from U.S. (New York or Houston or L.A.) to Beijing and from Shanghai to the U.S. and includes internal flight from Beijing… Read More