Celebrity Ascent Transatlantic Cruise: Thirteen Nights From Florida to Barcelona
Our 13-night Celebrity Ascent transatlantic cruise from Fort Lauderdale to Barcelona, followed by six nights exploring Barcelona and Madrid.
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Avalon Balkan Discovery: Our Budapest-to-Bucharest River Cruise After 60
Our 2023 Avalon Balkan Discovery followed the lower Danube from Budapest through Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Here is what stood out—and what travelers over 60 should consider before booking.
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PARIS: A City That Never Disappoints — Our Favorite Ways to Explore the City of Light
We’ve visited Paris several times, and it continues to be one of our favorite cities in the world. This guide highlights how we like to explore it—slowly, comfortably, and with plenty of time for cafés, museums, Seine cruises, neighborhoods, and day trips that make Paris unforgettable.
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The Best of Amsterdam in 48 Hours
Updated October 18, 2026 Two days in Amsterdam leave room for canals, one major museum and a few good breaks. This suggested itinerary keeps the extra stops optional, whether Amsterdam is your main destination or part of a longer European trip. Our first morning in Amsterdam started quietly. The canal was calm, the light soft,
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London: A First-Class Guide to Exploring One of the World’s Great Cities
London is a city that never stops offering something new. From iconic landmarks and riverside walks to vibrant neighborhoods, markets, and unforgettable places to eat, here’s how we enjoy one of our favorite destinations. London rewards curiosity. You don’t have to chase every famous sight or rush from landmark to landmark. Pick a few highlights
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European Barge Cruises: Our Experience on Three Trips
Updated October 18, 2026 Linda and I have taken three European Waterways barge cruises in France over about 15 years: L’Impressionniste in Southern Burgundy, Panache in Alsace and Lorraine, and Renaissance on the Canal de Briare and Upper Loire. Each trip took place sometime between July and September, across different years. We enjoyed all three
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