About Me
I have been working in travel since 1991 when I realised there was more to life than the Banking Industry. I started as an Overseas Representative with Thomson Holidays moving to the beautiful Island of Rhodes, where I spent 3 very happy summer season. This was interspersed with winters in Spain -…
Posted on Feb 27, 2017
Lets Go To Genoa
I went to Genoa once. I was on a Regent Seven Seas Voyager cruise that was supposed to go to Portofino, one place I have always wanted to visit. I say always wanted to because the ship couldn't dock because of the swell on the sea and we went to Genoa…
Posted on Feb 13, 2017
Piraeus – Athens Gateway Or Destination On It`s Own?
Continuing my look at European ports this week I thought I`d choose Piraeus, the port for the Greek capital Athens. Athens is probably most famous for the Acropolis, topped by the Parthenon Temple, and the National Museum. It is a bustling, busy city with lots to do and a place…
Posted on Jan 30, 2017
European Ports Of Call – Do We Overlook Them ?
How often when booking a cruise do we completely overlook many of the actual cruise ship ports? Probably not Barcelona, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, but how about Genoa, Civitavecchia, Piraeus, Livorno or Naples. So I thought I would take a look at some of them and see what…
Posted on Jan 16, 2017
The Importance Of ( Being ) ABTA
Never has the importance of booking your holiday with an ABTA bonded Travel Agent been more apparent during the weeks since Christmas with the downfall of Swan Hellenic and Voyages of Discovery. ABTA - Association of British Travel Agents - bonding is the protection that all reputable Travel Agents give…
Posted on Dec 19, 2016
Top New Destinations for 2017
A week today it will be Christmas Eve, the year has gone so quickly and 2017 is only days away now. Traditionally the days just after Christmas are when thoughts turn to holidays, and cruise is no exception. Cruise lines are always looking for new destinations so which ports of…
Posted on Dec 5, 2016
Five Of My Favourites !
Well its very nearly Christmas and all I wish for now is some snow! Walking the dog this morning everywhere was frosty and white, made me really feel in the festive spirit. One of the best things personally at this time of the year is the food and celebrations associated…
Posted on Nov 21, 2016
No Longer Just Ferry Cross The Mersey !
I grew up in Chester, just over the road from Liverpool, and remember visiting for shopping and days out. It never seemed a very exciting city. That's is of course apart from being home to the Beatles ! The last few years have seen massive changes in the city with…
Posted on Nov 7, 2016
Time For Some Winter Sunshine
Winter is finally here! If you want the proof my ears were so cold when I walked the dog this morning, and I forgot my hat, there was ice on the fields too. 4 So a little bit of warm weather would be lovely before Christmas which is fast approaching.…
Posted on Oct 24, 2016
Will You Be A Virgin Voyager ?
We all knew that Richard Branson was to launch his own cruise line. We now know it will be called Virgin Voyages and will have 3 ships launching between 2020 and 2022. [caption id="attachment_4914" align="aligncenter" width="950"] Manchester, United kingdom - August 30, 2015: Virgin Atlantic Airways Boeing 747-443 cn 30885-1268…
Posted on Oct 10, 2016
The New Regent Voyager
Regent Seven Seas have always been consider a luxury, six star Cruise Line. The new ship, Regent Explorer, is hailed as the most luxurious ship at sea today and it seems she is definitely living up to her reputation. A few years ago I was lucky enough to sail on Regent Voyager…
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