I arrived in Venice on April 5th, a beautiful warm sunny day (a far cry from what I had left in Winnipeg) and boarded Uniworld’s beautiful ship “River Countess” to begin an amazing 8-day journey delving into the delights of Northern Italy.
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Nice, France in Two Days
September 22, 2017 | Pearl McCallum
Edmonton to France is a long way to go for two days, but fortunately KLM is lovely so the flights were actually a great part of the trip. The connection in Amsterdam was about five hours outbound, six hours on the return; long enough to run into the city. However, Amsterdam’s airport, Schipol, is almost a destination unto itself, offering many shops and restaurants to fill time between flights. Better yet, plan a stopover to spend some time enjoying the many highlights of Amsterdam. Read More >
Travelling with an Infant
September 19, 2017 | Archived Blogs
The screams, the looks from other passengers and the concern for your child’s ears. These are the concerns, no, shall we say, stresses, that come with travelling on a plane with a young child. To those parents, grandparents, caregivers, etc. travelling with an infant, you are not alone. A lot of us have been there.
To River Cruise, or Not To River Cruise…
September 14, 2017 | Pearl McCallum
The relaxed pace of river cruising is one of the major benefits of this type of travel. Picture yourself enjoying a European coffee while sailing serenely down a scenic river. As you are travelling with only 100 – 200 other guests, you may experience the comforts of a luxurious ship without feeling crowded. Take in the view from the outdoor sun deck, the comfortable lounge, or perhaps even your own stateroom’s panoramic window or balcony. Staterooms are well designed to maximize space. Motion discomfort is rarely an issue, as the ship’s movement is extremely smooth. Read More >
A Scenic River Cruise
September 12, 2017 | Charlene Underhill
The all-inclusive nature of the Scenic program, while sometimes more expensive than lines like Avalon and Viking is extremely attractive. You could literally leave your wallet at home. You are never looking for small change to tip coach drivers/guides, etc. (it’s all included). No one has their hand out and service is paramount. This is also why I like Uniworld and Tauck as they operate on the same basis.
10 Reasons Why You Still Need a Travel Agent Consultant
September 08, 2017 | Lois Farley
In the age of online booking sites, using a travel consultant may feel like going the way of the dinosaur. But, consultants are more useful than simply selling airline tickets, trips to Disney World and cruises. Many consultants provide services or have knowledge that you just can’t get online – and sometimes, especially in times of crisis, working with a real live person is just plain superior. Read More >
When You’ve Gotta Go, You’ve Gotta Go!
September 06, 2017 | Archived Blogs
Nature calls. It’s inevitable. You can’t just go by day after day refusing to drink any fluids until you arrive at your accommodation and can relieve yourself in the comfort of your own home away from home. Whether you’re touring in Havana or backpacking around Europe, the toilet (or water closet, baño, toilette, salerni, etc.) is a necessity.
A Day at Ngamo School, Zimbabwe
August 30, 2017 | Margot Kalinowsky
“Welcome welcome, welcome welcome,welcome welcome we are all greeting you…….”
Wow, what a wonderful way to be greeted. Twenty five healthy, happy, talented and beautifully uniformed grade 6 students gave me a musical welcome like I have never had before. I was in the small village of Ngamo Zimbabwe, on the border of Hwange National Park.
Travelling on a Budget
August 29, 2017 | Shauna Cook
This might not be the best way for everyone to travel, however it works well for how my husband and I like to travel. Read More >
Okavango Delta, Botswana
August 24, 2017 | Ian Kalinowsky
It is a little unusual to say, “I am really looking forward to going on a wet African Safari.” Most people wonder why you would want to go and sit in the rain. But a ‘wet safari’ is the experience offered in the Okavango Delta of Botswana and the camps that I had the privilege of staying at in March 2017. Read More >