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Experiencing 16 ships and one virtual ship in less than a week at the ASTA River Cruise Expo was a lot to absorb! Now that I’ve had time to settle back in at home, and gone through my copious notes, here are a few of my favorites.
The average age of river cruisers has dropped from the mid-60’s to mid-50’s over the last few years and I think millennial women will bring it down even lower. When I’m looking to travel, I look to build a trip that will let me see the world in a new way without sacrificing the conveniences (and safety) I crave, especially when I’m solo. It’s why I’m recommending river cruises to more and more women.
Planning your next girls trip and wondering if you can bring a bottle (or two) of your favorite wine aboard? You’re not alone! Whether you’re sailing with Disney, Celebrity, Norwegian, or Virgin Voyages, each cruise line has its own wine rules (some generous, others will add up).
This whole trip I fought the wind with hats, braids, and a whole lotta outtakes! My wardrobe was a mix of rentals and rewears.
Let’s get one thing straight: I’m not doing carry-on only. I want options. I want cute outfits. I want to be that girl with towel clips, maxi dresses, AND the perfect flats for every port. So if you’re headed to Europe, with a cruise through Spain, Portugal, and England, and you’re planning on checking a bag, here’s how to overpack intentionally.
You’ve been hearing about ETIAS for years but EES is here first. This biometric screening is supposed to occur when you enter one of 30 participating European countries, starting April 10th. The reality is, it’s not so consistent, yet.