Once again, our intrepid hosts Steve and Wendy share with us some of the fun they had on a recent cruise that included Iceland. There are many fascinating destinations in the Arctic region, but Iceland offers a variety of unique sites and activities that make visitors want to … [Read more...]
Polar Bears or Penguins? Pick Your Wonderland Cruise
Pack ice or icebergs? North Pole or South? These are some of the many questions facing travelers with a desire to reach the ends of the earth. At Cruise Specialists, our cruise experts can educate you about both spectacular destinations, the Arctic and Antarctic. In this … [Read more...]
The Four Best Places We’ve Ocean Cruised
Although we’ve received plenty of questions from readers over the years, there is one question that comes up again and again: What’s the best place you’ve cruised to? It’s a hard question to answer. A Caribbean cruise is great for its relaxed, informal vibe. A voyage … [Read more...]
Grab Your Gloves: The Arctic Circle Awaits
With port stops in charming, snow-topped, and naturally stunning spots like Ny-Alesund, Spitsbergen, Norway – Akureyri, and Iceland, there are plenty of incredible sites to see in the Arctic. While the Arctic Circle is practically synonymous with snow, … [Read more...]
On Silver Discoverer In Russia’s Far East: In Pursuit Of The Reindeer Herders
We couldn't have asked for a more diverse or event-filled day on Silver Discoverer. Our morning started off with a hike through a glacial valley, past bubbling streams, and across Arctic tundra, to a lake on a day warm enough to merit a splash. The landscape - and the day were … [Read more...]