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Vancouver as a Port Stop
I am a Canadian who lived in the Vancouver area for several years. I also visit either Vancouver or Victoria on a regular basis for work...
Nice and Villefranche Ports
Blog that covers the port stops of Nice, Villefranche and immediate area.
Kotor, Montenegro as a Port Stop
Kotor is an interesting port stop, rich in history and certainly less expensive than other nearby places on the cruise line circuits. To...
The Risks of Same Day Travel to Ports - Travel Delays
Same Day Travel to Cruise Ports At one time, there were four hot topic issues associated with cruising. They were: 1. When you should ...
A Packing Guide
I am often asked as to whether or not I have ever created a packing guide or tools. The answer to that is yes, I have and today, while...
The Big Island of Hawaii as a Port Stop
Blog #73 In September and October of 2022, I completed back-to-back cruises that took me across the Pacific. Departing Vancouver for...
Cabo San Lucas as a Port Stop
Cabo San Lucas is located on the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula and is another popular Mexican port stop. Upon our arrival...
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico as a Port Stop
An interesting aspect to cruising itineraries that have a number of port stops, is the ability to see and enjoy various places on one...
Colonial Antigua as a Port Stop
On our January 2023, Panama Canal cruise, one particular port stop was Puerto Quetzal in Guatemala. It was not high on my must-see...
Cartagena, Colombia as a Port Stop
Cartagena, Colombia was founded in 1533 by the Spanish conquistadors and boasts a walled city in which the old town is located....
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