Until the very end of 2021, ordering the Binax Now proctored home tests prompted a warning that many tests being shipped would expire in February 2022.
In light of the difficulty of obtaining these tests, pragmatic folks were ordering Read more
February 6, 2026 for 8 nights. It’s not cruising, it’s yachting! We are taking it to a whole new level, with SeaDream. Hosted by Tom & Marge and Kristen.
One of Michael’s favorite cruise lines, the entire yacht only Read more
Frequent mistake #1: Not understanding the various advertising gimmicks. Cruise line promotions can be confusing and misleading, and river cruises are no exception.
Frequent mistake #2: Forgetting to ask the 11 must-ask questions.
I fell in absolute love with these delights 11 years ago upon my first visit to Brazil. Typically eaten with a cafezinho in the morning, the magnificent flavor and uniquely chewy texture of these little bites can be positively Read more
To try and answer this question, we had a panel of the big 8 river cruise brands each give their “elevator pitch” on why they are the best.
Have you ever wanted to know which is the BEST river Read more
The national steak of Brazil and how to find and prepare it at home.
Brazil was my part-time home for about 10 years and during that time I learned about this delicious cut of meat, which was served everywhere. Read more
July 16, 2026 for 9 nights, hosted by Troy M.
Our Hosted Group safari has the best design for those that wish to join a private group (maximum 24 guests). You are staying at solid properties that have good Read more
In addition to cabin & layout innovations, here are some other “firsts” from innovative river cruise companies. I interviewed several river cruise lines and asked each what they consider to be their key innovations, inventions, or ideas that Read more
(Excerpt from Michael Graham’s book, the River Cruise Bible, May 2021)
The answer is as obvious to someone who has experienced a good travel agent as someone who has not. Many people love the planning aspect of Read more
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