by Jeff Smith | Sep 12, 2026 | River Cruising, Europe, Food & Wine
Melodies of the Danube is one of AmaWaterways’ most popular itineraries, and it’s easy to see why. Over 7 nights, you’ll sail from Budapest to Vilshofen through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany, with a complimentary excursion built into nearly every port....
by Jeff Smith | Jul 31, 2026 | Travel Tips, Europe, Food & Wine, Italy
Italy rewards travelers who go one layer deeper than the postcard stops. The Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain earn their fame for good reason, but the experiences that stick with you long after the trip tend to be smaller, more personal, and a little harder to find on...
by Jeff Smith | Jun 3, 2026 | River Cruising, Cruising, Europe, Food & Wine, Travel Tips
WHY RIVER CRUISE? If the words “river cruise” make you picture a slow boat full of retirees playing shuffleboard, I want to gently challenge that picture. Because what’s actually happening on a river cruise in Europe, especially on a ship like...
by Jeff Smith | Apr 15, 2026 | All-Inclusive, Food & Wine, Travel Tips
You may have heard friends or family talk about taking an all-inclusive vacation. Maybe they loved the ease of it. Maybe they loved not pulling out their wallet every time someone wanted a snack, a drink, or a fancy dinner. And honestly, that is one of the biggest...
by Jeff Smith | Jul 3, 2025 | Alaska, Cruising, Europe, Food & Wine, Travel Tips
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “Cruising just isn’t for me,” you’re not alone as there are many cruise myths out there. As travel advisors who specialize in matching clients with the right cruise experience, we’ve heard just about every...
by Jeff Smith | Mar 10, 2025 | Europe, Food & Wine, Italy, Travel Tips
Travel pretty much anywhere in the world and you can see Italian influences. From art to the architecture, Italy has made its mark. And nowhere is that more apparent than in our food. Pizza and pasta are available almost everywhere, but there’s nothing like exploring...
