St. Maarten (Dutch) and St. Martin (French) are two distinctly different countries and cultures that share the same island in the eastern Caribbean. St. Maarten is a popular port of call for cruise ships, and cruise passengers can enjoy either part of the island easily.
Princess Cruises started with a single ship in 1965, and is now one of the world's leading cruise operators, with seventeen vessels carrying over a million passengers each year to almost 350 ports. This innovative company introduced the concept of 24-hour dining to the cruise industry,...
Profile and tour of the Scenic Jewel, a river ship owned and operated by Scenic Tours/Scenic Cruises. The Scenic Jewel sails the great rivers of Europe.
Take a cruise to the Mediterranean and Egypt.cruise ship image by Nick Wade from Fotolia.comTravelers who want to cruise the eastern Mediterranean and visit Egypt have a wide range of choices. Over 60 cruise ships ply those waters in the summer season. Many of the ships are from...
For those who enjoy travel, cruising is one of the most rewarding. It's an adventure that begins before your ship leaves the dock. Destination, cruise line, itinerary, activities, dining options and accommodations all play into the overall experience, good or otherwise. A few tips can help first-ti
The Indian River Lagoon lies between mainland Florida and the barrier islands, and is a sought-after destination for boating, kayaking, board sailing and jet skiing. It's a pretty waterway with mangroves and pine trees lining the shore. Manatees and dolphins can sometimes be spotted in...
Live lobster about to be cookedlobster image by jedphoto from Fotolia.comMaine is the lobster capital of the U.S. and the largest producer of the hard-shelled delicacy. Even though there are several varieties of lobster that are fished over a large stretch of the northeastern coast of the...
Photo of the clock on the Nuremberg Church of Our Lady. The "Running Men" clockwork was created in 1509 and every day at noon seven electors pay homage to Emperor Charles IV sitting on the throne.
Many people learn to sail by going sailing with their friends or parents. But how do you get started if you do not know anybody with a boat? Or perhaps you want to undertake formal training to acquire a recognised qualification. Many yacht charter companies will require potential customers to hold a
England is the most beautiful country of Europe and London is the most beautiful city of England or the capital of England and the United Kingdom. It is situated on the Thames River. London is a foremost global city where you can find the best in arts, entertainment, fashion, culture, media, researc