tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76898957832214559672024-03-05T22:32:27.862-05:00Stephanie Serino's Travel BlogStephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comBlogger152125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-26382474636687063532020-06-29T15:05:00.068-04:002020-07-02T07:18:31.285-04:00How to move across the Atlantic (Cunard Crossing on Queen Victoria)<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="height: 503px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 657px;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLxIAGt7ox1RJTUWg1asRBoC55D-hdR7xhqz2J6SYrsm7czhAce43ftLxoefIN6UR_1cwzzwpMq8g2K7K3bzd7MraBu_ZKieVOX63bDvo0ORzW1KVfmfRHENqA1yqD7HLfK5H9ATpsRsM/s4208/IMG_20150426_130323%257E2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3120" data-original-width="4208" height="463" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLxIAGt7ox1RJTUWg1asRBoC55D-hdR7xhqz2J6SYrsm7czhAce43ftLxoefIN6UR_1cwzzwpMq8g2K7K3bzd7MraBu_ZKieVOX63bDvo0ORzW1KVfmfRHENqA1yqD7HLfK5H9ATpsRsM/w625-h463/IMG_20150426_130323%257E2.jpg" width="625" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhfER2W3_fuh_MZKh5Y601W9253fTTlMG92NXDairMcs6RH_hfISVWQ4PR4kxk0E8soISp4XbPKrTYx-zqPox7ktNWIxff9Iv_vOiNX_Ton7llDLpuYsTxou5E9eQvI0Z6i3OPzcGhM1U/s3264/IMG_3383.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"></a><span style="font-family: arial;">Our embarkation photo with my giraffe table in hand</span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "arial";">In 2015, my husband asked if I’d be willing to relocate from NYC
to London. Always up for an adventure, I eagerly agreed. I had the perfect
solution to the logistical challenges of relocating to the other side of the
Atlantic Ocean: a cruise, of course! </span></p><span style="font-family: "arial";">
</span><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "arial";">He was incredulous too but hear me out. The cruise fare for
a Trans-Atlantic crossing isn’t much more expensive than a one-way air ticket but it
includes a week of meals and relaxing activities (which you def need
after organizing a such a big transition). Plus, you can bring as
much luggage as you want without extra charge. There are no size or weight restrictions either.<br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "arial";">Usually, people ship their stuff via a container ship but sea freight isn't cheap and takes months for delivery; so you must do without your belongings for an
extended period. I showed up at the <a href="https://www.nycruise.com/manhattan-terminal/" target="_blank">Manhattan Cruise Teminal</a> Pier 90 with 2 carloads of boxes and
suitcases feeling like Elizabeth Taylor. We even had a big TV wrapped in
bubble wrap and a blanket, and a giraffe end table of sentimental value. The NY porters were not surprised. We had our valuables and cruise clothes delivered to the stateroom, while the rest was stored in the hull of the ship. </span><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmByXwNhXko0VBaUpSaVFI1l4jxZF1W0yZwM5OmUto0L5dlaoWD0Ej89vzsR4k4Xrficz0LqcBGKcAR_s-1BiF2FkB0m5GNb-Xm0VIelSRn2Wk_zolibMY3qcLrzeyc_dimFgizWKzYgc/s4208/IMG_20150425_143911.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4208" data-original-width="3120" height="625" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmByXwNhXko0VBaUpSaVFI1l4jxZF1W0yZwM5OmUto0L5dlaoWD0Ej89vzsR4k4Xrficz0LqcBGKcAR_s-1BiF2FkB0m5GNb-Xm0VIelSRn2Wk_zolibMY3qcLrzeyc_dimFgizWKzYgc/w463-h625/IMG_20150425_143911.jpg" width="463" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">We had 30 pieces of luggage in all</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></div><div><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Traditionally,
a Trans-Atlantic cruise was regarded as the most civilized way to
travel and folks arrived with heaps of steamer trunks and hat boxes for
their months-long journey abroad. If you plan to spend several months on
the other side of the Atlantic, this is the perfect way to bring your
essentials. If you're permanently relocating, you can ship your
furniture and car by container ship while bringing all the things you
can't live without on the ship. <br /></span></span><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">FYI- Cunard’s <a href="https://www.cunard.com/en-gb/cruise-ships/queen-mary-2/9" target="_blank">Queen Mary 2</a> even has a kennel so you can bring
your dog. <br /></span></span></span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: "arial";"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM7gQNkkKKk_Rv1b1Z4rBiajh4U8j5as8ks_THPWpBghpRoQ7LvODxG1YAZUIoykYvaLE6dto5TSdrUT1xBRYAIk50w3Vs477AOJURf6Yswwe5HxkdvI7hdEaMTDDjorCJIaMgmR-VDEM/s4208/IMG_20150426_163819.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Photo from Cunardia, the Cunard museum is filled with Cunard memorabilia" border="0" data-original-height="3120" data-original-width="4208" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM7gQNkkKKk_Rv1b1Z4rBiajh4U8j5as8ks_THPWpBghpRoQ7LvODxG1YAZUIoykYvaLE6dto5TSdrUT1xBRYAIk50w3Vs477AOJURf6Yswwe5HxkdvI7hdEaMTDDjorCJIaMgmR-VDEM/w500-h370/IMG_20150426_163819.jpg" title="Photo from Cunardia, the Cunard museum is filled with Cunard memorabilia" width="500" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo from Cunardia, the on-board museum filled with Cunard memorabilia<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><br /></span></span></span></span></p><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">There are many seasonal
re-positioning cruise options connecting US and Europe </span></span><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">and they're often very good value</span></span>.
In late-Spring, Eastbound
cruises depart from the East Coast of US (mostly from Florida ports) as the
Caribbean cruise season ends and the Europe cruise season begins. In the
Fall, Westbound cruises
depart from all over Europe heading back to US for the winter Caribbean season.
Cunard's
Trans-Atlantic crossings are legendary and operate year-round between
NYC and
London (Southampton). This unique experience has long been on my Bucket
List - I've been dreaming of my Rita Hayworth moment ever
since I first toured Cunard's Queen Victoria (see <a href="https://draft.blogger.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">blog
post</span></a>). <br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"></span></span><span style="font-family: "arial";">We embarked on <a href="https://www.cunard.com/en-gb" target="_blank">Cunard Line</a>'s <a href="https://www.cunard.com/en-gb/cruise-ships/queen-victoria/9" target="_blank">Queen Victoria</a> on April 25, 2015 and arrived in Southampton on May 3. The 8-night voyage was wonderful, such a needed break (my husband <a href="https://blog.cortell.net/2015/04/transatlantic-crossing-on-the-queen-victoria-day-1/" target="_blank">blogged</a> the whole trip, and here are <a href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/M1QD387vcB4mN7Ji8" target="_blank">My Photos</a> from our voyage). We enjoyed wonderful meals, especially the afternoon tea service. During the day, we slept in, read books from the ship's extensive library, attended lectures and even took a fencing class. There was a wide variety of entertainment each evening, including a big band playing for dancers in the ballroom (gentleman hosts are available as partners). There were three Gala Evenings on our crossing, including a Black & White Ball, and a Masquerade Ball. We had our whole wardrobe with us, including hats, shoes and jewelry, so it was a pleasure to break out the ball gown and Venetian mask. <br /></span></div><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0wkoFy0oi-f7x32aueTpEoqkmV91WOOkVPXncq21t0cNnByidCzuzy45jqdwDWcn4wW1fqGjt6LC822xmhA6WWu-Y_5Mnjk115UEXk7r7WnaAdWpOYZIVUy0carXppFn9hBw-jxot46I/s2592/IMG_20150501_230033.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2592" data-original-width="1944" height="625" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0wkoFy0oi-f7x32aueTpEoqkmV91WOOkVPXncq21t0cNnByidCzuzy45jqdwDWcn4wW1fqGjt6LC822xmhA6WWu-Y_5Mnjk115UEXk7r7WnaAdWpOYZIVUy0carXppFn9hBw-jxot46I/w469-h625/IMG_20150501_230033.jpg" width="469" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The Masquerade Ball was one of three Gala Evenings on Queen Victoria</span><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div><br /><p class="MsoNormal">
</p><span style="font-family: "arial";">All
our luggage arrived safely in the UK. The removers met our ship in
Southampton and unloaded the vans contents at our </span><span style="font-family: "arial";"><span style="font-family: "arial";">new flat in London</span>. Best of all, we were
relaxed and recharged for our next chapter as digital nomads.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: "arial";"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4FTBb1k9MOmSu18Wd-paNOFszoeuK2OnT5n8WSm2bTjqTG__wvrsoMgvO3rjecNHjEBzjBBm1tjC3yNVSwftGCQqTng1UM19JJTUgezDlnijDTfCdsfRUhmrW2LJwhZ9QotWy1ChZjQA/s4208/IMG_20150503_094348.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4208" data-original-width="3120" height="625" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4FTBb1k9MOmSu18Wd-paNOFszoeuK2OnT5n8WSm2bTjqTG__wvrsoMgvO3rjecNHjEBzjBBm1tjC3yNVSwftGCQqTng1UM19JJTUgezDlnijDTfCdsfRUhmrW2LJwhZ9QotWy1ChZjQA/w463-h625/IMG_20150503_094348.jpg" width="463" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: "arial";">I have inspected all Cunard's fleet: <br /></span></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: "arial";">Queen Victoria (<a href="https://flic.kr/s/aHsjzkW6ag" target="_blank">My Photos</a>) <br /></span></li><li><span style="font-family: "arial";">Queen Mary 2 (<a href="https://flic.kr/s/aHsjJ4JByz" target="_blank">My Photos</a>)<br /></span></li><li><span style="font-family: "arial";">Queen Elizabeth - (post pending)</span></li></ul><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<![endif]--></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-37543138657717544922020-05-22T12:22:00.004-04:002020-05-28T06:23:25.754-04:00Mother-Daughter Spa Getaway to Langdon Hall<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFH3BGUQuuLBqntlQe-RXvFEZ573bjG8nx7_jlk5ub0F9CDAjZRYt78vDTht_gdSNgK4xHIccq9cWbx3JcDLsWWs6vU5VgjZsPtvCW8PZIBwK5fBw-E9-S6Uf3qLsiduG0KhGnn2wy8Y8/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2448" data-original-width="3264" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFH3BGUQuuLBqntlQe-RXvFEZ573bjG8nx7_jlk5ub0F9CDAjZRYt78vDTht_gdSNgK4xHIccq9cWbx3JcDLsWWs6vU5VgjZsPtvCW8PZIBwK5fBw-E9-S6Uf3qLsiduG0KhGnn2wy8Y8/w400-h300/IMG_5774.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><font size="2"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><font size="2">Hard to believe it was two years ago that I took my Mom on a Spa Getaway to celebrate her birthday (February 15-17, 2018). We drove about 90 minutes from her home to <a href="https://www.langdonhall.ca/">Langdon Hall Country House Hotel</a> (a <a href="https://www.relaischateaux.com/us/canada/langdon-ontario-cambridge">Relais & Chateaux</a> property) in Cambridge, Ontario. It's also about 90 minutes from Toronto and an hour from Niagara Falls. We went for the <a href="https://www.langdonhall.ca/spa-services/">spa facilities</a> and the <a href="https://www.langdonhall.ca/dining-room-menus/">gourmet dining</a>. We had delicious cocktails at <a href="https://www.langdonhall.ca/wilks-bar/">Wilks Bar</a>. In summer, they have beautiful gardens and wooden trails, as well as an outdoor pool and croquet lawn. Here are <a href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/THxyDQDTnSBL37Sm6">My Photos</a>. <br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><font size="2"><br /></font></span></div><div><span style="font-family: arial;"><font size="2">Mom says:</font></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><font size="2">
</font></span><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 40px;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><font size="2">My first time in a feather bed - no, not a feather pillow or
feather comforter, but the entire bed! Sleeping on a soft dreamy cloud
must be discussed more frequently as an antidote to ordinary life
doldrums. Of course it enhances sleep to the nth degree, but what about
the imaginative realm reaching up to the heavens? I am not kidding when I
say Nothing in my life has compared to it, and if that realization shows I’m a
sloth at heart, so be it. <br /></font></span></p><div style="margin-left: 40px;">
<span style="font-family: arial;"><font size="2">The spa had a clean, refreshing swimming pool,
the perfect spot after indulging in a 90 minute massage, (the perfect amount of
time necessary for ultimate satisfaction), and a healing visit to the
eucalyptus/inhalation and sauna rooms. “Let’s stay all day, every day,”
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We are all ready for a special treat, so I’m sharing this
quick and easy cake recipe. It literally takes less than 10 minutes to mix, and
is healthier than most store-bought breakfast cereals. The recipe comes from my
Spanish Stepson’s Mom who shared this family heirloom recipe for “Coca” when 13-year
old Hugo moved into our London flat in Summer 2015. It's not a fancy cake (it's never frosted) but it is comforting. I hope this sweetness gives you something to look forward to in the morning!</div>
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1 ½ cup Flour<br />
¾ cup Sugar<br />
1 tablespoon Baking Powder<br />
1 teaspoon Baking Soda<br />
1 teaspoon Cinnamon<br />
½ cup Oil (I use Sunflower Oil, but it’s good with any healthy oil -even Olive
Oil works) <br />
½ cup Yogurt (Doesn’t matter what kind. I use Plain but flavored yogurt or yogurt with fruit work)<br />
2 large eggs<br />
1 cup Fruit and/or Chocolate chips*<br />
Handful of walnuts (optional)<br />
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*FRUIT IDEAS</div>
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<ul>
<li>Shredded Granny Smith Apple with extra cinnamon and a
little cardamom</li>
<li>Banana coins with chocolate chips</li>
<li>Small pieces of peach or pear </li>
<li>Frozen Blueberries</li>
<li>Frozen Mango (I cut the chunks into smaller pieces)</li>
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Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-62867088631254104112020-04-17T11:23:00.001-04:002020-05-07T11:19:39.549-04:00Quarantini RecipeIt's Day 35 of the CoronaVirus lockdown here in Valencia, Spain. The only thing I'm still truly savoring are my nightly Quarantinis. Since we're all going to be stuck here for a few more weeks at least, I decided to share the recipe. I hope you enjoy!<br />
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<li><span style="color: black;">Fill a saucepan with water and put it on the stove to boil</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Peel a two-inch piece of Ginger and add slices to the water. Boil
for 5-10 minutes.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Meanwhile, slice 1 lemon and put rounds in a pitcher. Pour hot
water with the ginger into the pitcher over the lemon slices.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Add 2 herbal teabags (“Ginger-Lemongrass” or "<a href="http://www.celestialseasonings.com/products/herbal/lemon-zinger-herbal-tea" target="_blank">Lemon Zinger</a>").</span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Stir in one (or two) generous tablespoons of honey. </span></li>
<li><span style="color: black;">Put pitcher in the fridge. </span><span style="color: black;"> </span>
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<span style="color: black;">Your first round can be a hot toddy, served warm in a mug (just
add gin to taste).</span></div>
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<span style="color: black;">When it’s cold, you get a Quarantini. Just add gin to taste. A martini glass is a 1-1 ratio; but I tend to to serve it in a big wine glass with 1 shot gin and the rest Ginger Lemon Tea. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black;">It's super-healthy and warming, and it makes me recall this perfect day in Amalfi in August of 2017. Jorge and I were hosting a <a href="https://www.windstarcruises.com/" target="_blank">Windstar </a>cruise in the Mediterranean on the <a href="https://www.windstarcruises.com/ships/star-breeze/overview/" target="_blank">Star Breeze</a>, and we visited the <a href="https://www.hotelsantacaterina.it/en/index" target="_blank">Hotel Santa Caterina</a> while in port. Each sip of my Quarantini reminds me of the the sea views from their lovely terrace, the smell of the lemon trees, and the feel of the warm sun. </span></div>
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all-balcony-suite ship lives up to the hype (“The Most Luxurious Ship Ever
Built”). </span>She is gorgeous. The chandeliers, the in-laid marble floor, the zebra carpet...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri", sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 106%;">The<a href="https://www.rssc.com/ships/seven_seas_explorer/culinaryartskitchen" target="_blank"> Culinary Arts Kitchen</a> offers 18 individual cooking stations for hands-on cooking classes at sea. Executive Chef and Director of Culinary Enrichment,<a href="https://rsscblog.com/2016/05/12/q-a-with-executive-director-of-culinary-enrichment-chef-kathryn-kelly/" target="_blank"> Kathryn Kelly</a> designed the curriculum of classes with a destination-focus, catering to all skill levels.</span><br />
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Above is the Compass Rose Restaurant, the main dining room with open seating. <a href="https://www.preciosalighting.com/" target="_blank">Preciosa</a> designed the stunning lighting: "The Sea was design inspiration for the aquamarine lighting installation in Compass Rose. Bohemian hand blown crystal glass droplets in combination with fused glass with chips creates together wavy and organic object, that evokes impression like you are under water when looking at the chandelier from underneath."<br />
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Swooning at the art nouveau decor of Chartreuse Restaurant, the Specialty restaurant serving modern French cuisine. The single yellow calla lily adorning each table is almost gilding the lily, but not too much IMHO. Reservations required, but there's no extra charge to dine.<br />
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The ship’s art collection features 2500 pieces valued at a total of $8 million, including two Picassos and this Chagall in the Prime 7 bar. <br />
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Pacific Rim serves Pan-Asian cuisine. Reservations required, but there's no extra charge to dine.<br />
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The Regent Suite is 3026 square feet with a 1417 square foot balcony on Deck 14. This 2-bedroom Suite with 2 ½ marble baths boasts 3 walk-in closets, private solarium and Steinway grand piano.<br />
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 12pt;">FREE Unlimited Serene Spa Services In Suite </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 12pt;">Exclusive Access to The Study, A Private Dining Room For Up To 12
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Pool Deck with 2 jacuzzis. Upper level offers round loungers for two with retractable shade covers and lots of pillows (when it's not raining).<br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue", "arial", "helvetica", sans-serif;"><span lang="EN-GB">I happened to be in Valencia, Spain on the
same day as Ponant’s brand-new ship was in port and our Sales Rep was able to
arrange a private tour for me. Le Bougainville is an expedition yacht with only
92 rooms and suites, all with private balcony. Her maiden cruise began April 15
but she was officially inaugurated on June 4, 2019 and I toured her on June 8,
2019. No, cruise ships do not have a new-car smell. Here are <a href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/UBHGKALSVp3Yqkv78">my photos</a>. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue", "arial", "helvetica", sans-serif;"><span lang="EN-GB"><a href="https://us.ponant.com/" target="_blank">Ponant</a> is not well-known in the US yet, but
this French company has been offering classic yachting experiences and luxury expedition
cruises since 1991. Exploring all seven continents, Ponant has been a leader in
polar expeditions for 20 years. Le Bougainville is the third of six “Ponant
Explorer” yachts representing a huge fleet expansion. <a href="https://us.ponant.com/le-bougainville-eg-4">Le Bougainville</a> (and all
the other “Ponant Explorer” yachts) are built for 184 guests and 110 crew
members. Ponant describes the decor as ‘ethnic-chic’ which is spot on: organic
shapes and natural colors create a cozy warmth, and exotic design elements
evoke a spirit of adventure. I <i>really </i>liked
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue", "arial", "helvetica", sans-serif;"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Most
Unique Feature</span></b><span lang="EN-GB">: The Blue Eye wins Coolest-Cocktail-Bar-at-Sea,
no contest. This underwater lounge lets you view sea life while enjoying your
flute of French champagne (talk about immersive experiences!). Located within
the hull 8 feet below the water line, it's kept dim so as not to disturb the
animals (its not just mood lighting). The Blue Eye offers a multi-sensory
experience. There are integrated floor-to-ceiling digital screens projecting
live images from the ship’s 3 underwater cameras. Hydrophones capture the
natural symphony of the sea within a 3-mile radius and transmit live into the
Lounge, while the acoustic waves can be felt in the "Body Listening sofas."
Whatever, I was basking in the Bachelor Pad Submarine vibe- fabulous!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue", "arial", "helvetica", sans-serif;"><b><span lang="EN-GB">Cool
Tech</span></b><span lang="EN-GB">: There’s a Hydraulic Platform at the back of
the ship. While docked in port, it looked like an ordinary Sun Deck. But when
the ship is anchored at sea, it creates a water sports platform, so you can
play in the water straight from the ship (snorkelling equipment, kayaks and
paddle-boards available for guest use). It’s also the launch for their fleet of
10 Zodiacs which allow for access to remote destinations with zero-impact
landings during expeditions. In the evening, it raises to a stage for outdoor
performances by local talent with a spectacular backdrop of panoramic views of
sea and sky.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue", "arial", "helvetica", sans-serif;"><span lang="EN-GB">The Infinity Pool may be small, but this aft-facing
pool has a glass front for panoramic sea views, is heated, and is equipped with
a counter-current swimming system. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue", "arial", "helvetica", sans-serif;"><span lang="EN-GB">The Restaurant serves breakfast and lunch
buffet-style, with à la carte dinner service. Alain Ducasse’s firm <a href="https://www.ducasse-conseil.com/en" target="_blank">Ducasse Conseil</a> does the
catering, so the food is superb and very French. It’s always open seating, and
dress is casual by day and elegant casual for dinner (although there’s one gala
night per cruise where men are encouraged to wear a jacket and tie). Indoor and
Outdoor Seating is available in tables of many sizes fostering the convivial
atmosphere on board.<span> </span>There’s also an
outdoor Grill on the pool deck serving casual fare. Ponant offers guests an
Open Bar, wine and spirits are complimentary (although they do charge extra for
some premium libations). </span></span></div>
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free Wi-Fi, flat-screen satellite TV with video on demand and 24-hour room
service. My favorite stateroom feature was the ocean-view showers which offer
the option of sea views with a simple sliding door (open for views, closed for
privacy). Most Prestige Rooms are connecting, which allows you to book two
connecting rooms as a Prestige Suite. Prestige Suites can be configured as two
connecting staterooms for families; but they can also be configured with a
bedroom and separate living area, so couples can get extra space (and two
bathrooms). The Owners Suite and Grand Deluxe Suites have ocean view bathtubs
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the ship design allows us to see the water every moment of the cruise. The
water sports platform allows us to jump right in, and the Blue Eye lets us
experience the ocean in a completely new way. Ponant is also committed to <a href="https://us.ponant.com/why-ponant/environment#tab5">protecting our seas</a>
by building ships which minimize the impact on destinations explored and wildlife
encountered. The “Ponant Explorer” ships have been certified “Clean Ships” by <a href="https://group.bureauveritas.com/">Bureau Veritas</a> and offer
ecologically sound travel thanks to state-of-the-art technology. This isn’t
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Mediterranean and Aegean Seas until winter, when she moves to The Seychelles.
Dive Instructors will be on-board leading scuba excursions for an extra fee. Her
sister ships <a href="https://us.ponant.com/le-champlain-ec-4">Le Champlain</a>,<span> </span><a href="https://us.ponant.com/le-laperouse-er-4" target="_blank">Le Laperouse</a>, <a href="https://us.ponant.com/le-dumont-d-urville-eu-4">Le Dumont-d’Urville</a>, <a href="https://us.ponant.com/le-bellot-ee-4" target="_blank">Le Bellot</a> and <a href="https://us.ponant.com/le-jacques-cartier-ex-4">Le Jacques-Cartier</a>
offer identical features and will be exploring the world. </span></span></div>
<br />Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-92184931225000981652013-07-01T23:12:00.001-04:002020-05-07T11:23:19.638-04:00Oceania Marina ship review<a href="http://www.oceaniacruises.com/default.aspx" target="_blank">Oceania Cruises</a> is celebrating their tenth anniversary, so they hosted agents for lunch and a ship tour on the <a href="http://www.oceaniacruises.com/ships/marina/default.aspx" target="_blank">Marina</a> while she was in New York on May 26, 2013. Launched in 2011 for 1250 guests, she is gorgeous. Here's a link to <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephaniestravels/sets/72157633725819956/" target="_blank">my photos</a>.<br />
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Oceania Cruises is all about the food, and this ship was the first vessel they designed from scratch. There's a <a href="http://www.oceaniacruises.com/ships/marina/lifestyle/bonappetit.aspx" target="_blank">Bon Appetit Cooking School</a> which offers hands-on classes (the first at sea). There are TEN dining options on-board and <a href="http://www.biography.com/people/jacques-p%C3%A9pin-20929255" target="_blank">Jacques Pepin</a> is their Master Chef (Specialty restaurants include his signature restaurant called <a href="http://www.oceaniacruises.com/documents/menus/jacques/Jacques-Main-Menu.pdf" target="_blank">Jacques</a>, and <a href="http://www.oceaniacruises.com/documents/menus/red-ginger/Red-Ginger-Main-Menu.pdf" target="_blank">Red Ginger</a>, a sexy Asian venue). <a href="http://www.winespectator.com/" target="_blank">Wine Spectator</a> hosts tastings, classes and <a href="http://www.oceaniacruises.com/documents/menus/la-reserve/La-Reserve-Menus.pdf" target="_blank">wine dinners</a> at La Reserve.<br />
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As if that didn't offer enough sensual pleasures for one vacation, there's a <a href="http://www.oceaniacruises.com/ships/marina/lifestyle/default.aspx" target="_blank">Canyon Ranch SpaClub</a> with full-service salon and fitness center too. The staterooms aren't bad either, but the suites are superb, especially the 2000 square foot Owner's Suite.<br />
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Oceania Cruises recently hosted a fireside chat with preferred partners at <a href="http://www.kimberlyhotel.com/" target="_blank">The Kimberly</a> in New York. Nikki Upshaw, VP of Sales and Thierry Vuolo (our fabulous Regional Sales Director) were soliciting travel pros feedback and brain-storming about ways to increase business. We decided their boutique style of deluxe cruising with unique itineraries, casual ambiance and gourmet cuisine is exactly what our clients would enjoy. After the en-suite pow-wow, we headed to the roof <a href="http://www.kimberlyhotel.com/default.aspx?pg=upstairs" target="_blank">Upstairs</a> for cocktails and then dinner at <a href="http://www.noir-ny.com/food-and-drink.html" target="_blank">Noir</a>.<br />
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<br />Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comNew York, NY, USA40.7143528 -74.005973140.3291643 -74.65142010000001 41.0995413 -73.3605261tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-12465646835360542722013-06-30T17:20:00.004-04:002020-05-07T11:24:09.891-04:00Alaska Cruise: Hubbard GlacierOur last day in Alaska on <a href="http://www.rssc.com/">Regent
Cruises</a>’ <a href="http://www.rssc.com/ships/seven_seas_navigator/">Seven
Seas Navigator</a> sailing the <a href="http://www.rssc.com/destinations/alaska/">Inside Passage</a><span class="MsoHyperlink"> </span>in Alaska was cruising from Yakutat Bay into Disenchantment Bay to see <a href="http://www.nps.gov/wrst/naturescience/upload/HG%20Fact%201.pdf" target="_blank">Hubbard Glacier</a>. We awoke early and threw on all our warmest clothes to head up to the Observation Deck. <a href="http://www.terryslog.com/fire-ice/glaciers.html" target="_blank">Terry Breen</a>, Regent's on-board Alaska expert, gave an informative chat about glaciers. We observed the glacier <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ice_calving" target="_blank">calving</a> and heard the <a href="http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/blog/2011/sep/19/what-does-glacier-sound-like" target="_blank">white thunder</a> - amazing. Here’s a link to <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephaniestravels/sets/72157634291937806/" target="_blank">My Photos</a>.<br />
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Go see them before they melt! Alaska has had a heat wave this summer recording 90 degree temperatures! Here's the story from <a href="http://usnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/06/25/19132767-alaska-sweating-through-brutal-blast-of-heat?lite" target="_blank">NBC News</a>.Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comYakutat Bay, Alaska, USA59.6703672 -139.8590821000000259.1579907 -141.14997560000003 60.1827437 -138.5681886tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-16588123388693157432013-06-23T17:15:00.001-04:002020-05-07T11:24:27.380-04:00Alaska Cruise: Sitka (OTTERS!)<div class="MsoNormal">
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Cruises</a>’ <a href="http://www.rssc.com/ships/seven_seas_navigator/">Seven
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complimentary tours </a>operated by <a href="http://www.allenmarinetours.com/index.html">Allen Marine Tours</a>). </span>The
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Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comSitka, AK, USA57.0530556 -135.3300000000000454.8432026 -140.49357400000005 59.2629086 -130.16642600000003tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-56370545617083399772013-06-22T14:39:00.004-04:002020-05-07T11:24:48.146-04:00Alaska Cruise: Skagway (DOG SLEDDING!)The next stop of <a href="http://www.rssc.com/">Regent
Cruises</a>’ <a href="http://www.rssc.com/ships/seven_seas_navigator/">Seven
Seas Navigator</a> sailing the <a href="http://www.rssc.com/destinations/alaska/">Inside Passage</a><span> </span>in Alaska was <a href="http://skagway.com/">Skagway</a>,
where I flew by helicopter to the glacier to go Dog Sledding! Here's a link to <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephaniestravels/sets/72157634270038012/" target="_blank">my photos</a>.<br />
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and Dog Sledding</a> Excursion was booked through Regent Cruises (Regent Choice
tour for $439 per person). A van took us to the <a href="http://www.temscoair.com/">Temsco Heliport</a> where we donned glacier
boots (which slipped over our tennis shoes easily) and red safety vests. Away
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enjoyed crab cakes and Alaskan King Crab Legs for dinner. They were the best
crab legs I’ve ever had, so sweet and tender that no butter was required. It
was served with truffled asparagus and truffled fries. For dessert, the
14-layer chocolate cake (which takes three days to make) was the right finale
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Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comSkagway, AK, USA59.458333299999993 -135.313888958.943614799999992 -136.6047824 59.973051799999993 -134.02299539999999tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-87582683987793746362013-06-21T21:38:00.001-04:002020-05-07T11:25:03.997-04:00Alaska Cruise: Juneau (WHALES!)<div class="MsoNormal">
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Cruises</a>’ <a href="http://www.rssc.com/ships/seven_seas_navigator/">Seven
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and sunny. The shopping here is more extensive, and the prices may be better
plus there’s an IGA in town if you want to pick up some tuna and salmon to
bring home. <span></span><a href="http://www.reddogsaloon.com/" target="_blank">Red Dog Saloon </a>is a little corny but have a beer there anyway. There are a couple of trail
heads just a mile or so from the Port or you can take the aerial tram up the
mountain to see the Raptor Center, etc. After a little hike on <a href="http://www.americantrails.org/nationalrecreationtrails/trailNRT/perseverance-AK.html">Perseverance
Trail</a>, it was time to head back to the ship for the Whale Watching cruise.</div>
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guaranteed whale sightings and was recommended by Jean-Michel Cousteau’s <a href="http://www.oceanfutures.org/" target="_blank">Ocean Futures Society</a>, so it was bound to be good.<span>
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needed to be up top on the Observation Deck no matter how chilly. The scenery
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Feeding</a>. We witnessed this incredible spectacle several times, whales
leaping up in unison with their mouths agape, and then splashing down with a collective
crash. To see so many swimming in tandem was incredible. <span> </span></div>
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Oh yeah, I almost forgot- we passed Mendenhall Glacier on the way to the boat. It was pretty. Here's a link to my <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephaniestravels/sets/72157634254293685/" target="_blank">photos of Juneau</a>.</div>
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Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comJuneau, AK, USA58.3019444 -134.4197222000000257.236388399999996 -137.00150920000002 59.3675004 -131.83793520000003tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-76158976156846621282013-06-20T18:44:00.002-04:002020-05-07T11:25:17.176-04:00Alaska Cruise: Ketchikan (BEARS!)<div class="MsoNormal">
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Cruises</a>’ <a href="http://www.rssc.com/ships/seven_seas_navigator/">Seven
Seas Navigator</a> sailing the <a href="http://www.rssc.com/destinations/alaska/">Inside Passage</a> was <a href="http://www.visit-ketchikan.com/" target="_blank">Ketchikan</a>,
where I flew by seaplane to <a href="http://www.travelalaska.com/Destinations/Communities/Prince%20of%20Wales%20Island.aspx" target="_blank">Prince of Wales Island</a> to see bears (BEARS!). The
flight was breathtaking, and the wildlife viewing was awesome: I saw four
bears, three deer, two whales (mama with baby) and a bald eagle. Here's a link to <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephaniestravels/sets/72157634234579101/" target="_blank">my photos</a>.</div>
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through Regent Cruises (<a href="https://www.rssc.com/experience/free-shore-excursions/" target="_blank">Regent Choice tour</a> cost $419 per person).<span> </span>A van met our group at the pier and it was a
fifteen-minute ride to the floatplane dock.<span>
</span>The planes accommodate 4-6 passengers; mine had four guests plus the
pilot. It was spectacular gliding through the fjords of the bay en-route to
Prince of Wales Island, home of the highest concentration of black bears. We
spotted a few solitary bears eating grass along the shore, ignoring the
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fawn walked along the shore, the baby not much bigger than a dog. Thirty
minutes later, we were back in the air and saw our fourth bear just around the
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I chose this excursion for June travel because it offers the
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I wandered the town in the afternoon, strolling past the
T-shirt shops, gourmet markets and Inuit galleries along historic Creek Street
for a photo of <a href="http://dollyshouse.com/home.html" target="_blank">Dolly’s House</a> (this landmark house of ill-repute is now a museum). Ketchikan has the world's largest collection of standing totems, and the <a href="http://www.city.ketchikan.ak.us/departments/museums/totem.html" target="_blank">Totem Heritage Center</a> is right in town. The population is about 13,000, and with four ships in port, the population just about doubled. It was 71 degrees
and sunny in Ketchikan, which was unusual weather for this rainy town (they get
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Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comKetchikan, AK 99901, USA55.342222199999988 -131.6461110999999855.306106699999987 -131.72679209999998 55.378337699999989 -131.5654301tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-19747145969772916172013-06-20T01:22:00.004-04:002020-05-07T11:25:28.315-04:00Alaska Cruise<div class="MsoNormal">
Finally boarding <a href="http://www.rssc.com/" target="_blank">Regent Cruises</a>’ <a href="http://www.rssc.com/ships/seven_seas_navigator/" target="_blank">Seven Seas Navigator</a> for a
7-night <a href="http://www.rssc.com/destinations/alaska/" target="_blank">Inside Passage</a> cruise to Anchorage, Alaska! Farewell, Vancouver.</div>
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The <a href="http://vancouver.opushotel.com/" target="_blank">OPUS Hotel </a>offers complimentary car service within town
using their <a href="http://www.bmw.com/com/en/newvehicles/7series/sedan/2012/showroom/index.html" target="_blank">BMW Series 7</a>, so I arrived at the cruise terminal in style. US
officials are there in Vancouver to check documents as if we were entering the
United States by boarding the ship (makes sense since we’ll be disembarking in
Alaska). Regent Cruises completes check-in process on board the ship after
handing you a welcome glass of champagne (very civilized).<span> </span><br />
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Here's our Alaska Cruise along the Inside Passage itinerary:<br />
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Staterooms weren’t ready until 3pm, but lunch
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Candy, along with heaps of Alaskan seafood and<span> </span>of course crab).
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I’ve seen this ship before but she’s still looking good -
such a nice size with very warm décor. The International crew is attentive and
friendly, very willing to chat about their home and family. The Regent suites
make me so happy- fresh flowers, fruit basket and bottle of champagne on ice. They
are laid out like a deluxe hotel room so you intuitively know how to unpack. My
suite is spacious and well-designed with walk-in closet, marble bath and
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I took the <a href="http://www.theaquabus.com/" target="_blank">Aquabus</a> ferry from Yaletown to <a href="http://granvilleisland.com/" target="_blank">Granville Island</a>
to explore the local artisans’ studios, along with boutiques, cafes and
restaurants. The <a href="http://granvilleisland.com/public-market%E2%80%8E" target="_blank">Granville Island Public Market </a>was my favorite experience, with produce stalls
selling baskets piled high with gooseberries, blueberries, black berries and
rasberries. The Fish mongers had live spot prawns and Dungeness crabs. I wish I
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A seawall promenade includes a bike lane and the views were stunning - pine
forest, pond with swans, giant rhododendrons, and snow-capped mountains in the
distance.<span> </span>I passed a charming
lighthouse, totem poles, Lions Gate Bridge and several beaches. The bike trail
continued even after the park ended, so I followed the water along False Creek
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Almost the entire waterfront is developed as parks with bike
lanes and lots of recreation areas. And these folks take their recreation
seriously: on a Tuesday afternoon when it was 61 degrees with a 50% chance of
rain, I saw folks paddle boarding, dragon canoeing, kayaking, running, walking,
roller blading, skate boarding, playing beach volleyball, swimming in the
public pool and of course cycling.<br />
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Click here for my <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephaniestravels/sets/72157634270172429/" target="_blank">Photos of Vancouver</a>. <br />
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transportation instead: took the Seabus to North Vancouver and then the 236 bus
to Grouse Mountain.<span> </span>Opted to skip <a href="http://www.grousemountain.com/grousegrind" target="_blank">The Grind</a> (one hour or so hike up the mountain) and enjoy the <a href="http://www.grousemountain.com/skyride" target="_blank">Skyride</a>
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<li>P<a href="http://www.grousemountain.com/hiking-scenic-activities" target="_blank">eak Chairlift Ride</a></li>
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The grand finale to an amazing day was dinner at <a href="http://www.bluewatercafe.net/" target="_blank" title="http://www.bluewatercafe.net">Blue Water Cafe and Raw Bar</a>. Their oyster menu is longer than the wine or dinner menu, so I decided to sample several from British Columbia: Kusshi, Black Pearl, Chefs and Royal Miyagi. So delicious: buttery, soft, tender, smooth, velvety. For the main course, I ordered the <span>Sablefish
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<br />Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comVancouver, BC, Canada49.261226 -123.113926849.09541 -123.4366503 49.427042 -122.7912033tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-29844361012346304462013-06-10T13:51:00.005-04:002020-05-07T11:26:20.224-04:00Vancouver, Day 1.The non-stop flight from Newark to Vancouver on <a href="https://www.united.com/" target="_blank">United</a> was
about 6-hours and uneventful. <a href="http://www.yvr.ca/en/default.aspx" target="_blank">Vancouver Airport</a> is very nice, with lots of
Native American art and a waterfall. <br />
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The <a href="http://blog.thecanadaline.com/" target="_blank">Canadian Line</a> train connects the airport to the city
center for $7.50 per person. <span> </span>The
Yaletown stop was across the street from the <a href="http://vancouver.opushotel.com/" target="_blank">OPUS Hotel</a>, which had my <a href="http://vancouver.opushotel.com/rooms/class/executive-suite.htm" target="_blank">Executive Suite</a> ready for the early arrival (love it, thank you!). For lunch. I tried the local
street food specialty: a <a href="http://www.japadog.com/" target="_blank">Japadog</a>! My “<a href="http://www.japadog.com/_Library/Menu/Terimayo.jpg" target="_blank">Kurobuta Terimayo</a>” is made with Kurobuta
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<span>I also visited a few hotels including the <a href="http://www.fairmont.com/pacific-rim-vancouver/" target="_blank">Fairmont Pacific Rim </a>(love the public space, can't wait for the room refurb next year), <a href="http://www.fourseasons.com/vancouver/" target="_blank">Four Seasons </a>(lovely, of course) and <a href="http://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/hotelgeorgia/" target="_blank">Hotel Georgia</a> (surprisingly wonderful).</span></div>
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<span>The day ended perfectly dining on the waterfront terrace at <a href="http://www.crestaurant.com/" target="_blank">C Restaurant</a> on by the False Creek Yacht Club. Their sustainably-harvested, local seafood creations were inventive and delicious. I enjoyed the </span>
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clams, and romesco sauce</span>. And the <span class="menuitem"><span>Lemon Dessert (</span></span><span>"lemon
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Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comVancouver, BC, Canada49.261226 -123.113926849.09541 -123.4366503 49.427042 -122.7912033tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-43990826383396014042013-06-04T17:19:00.001-04:002020-05-07T11:27:11.454-04:00Seabourn Antarctica event<a href="http://www.seabourn.com/main/Main.action" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Seabourn</span></b></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> hosted an event at the </span><a href="http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/NewYorkCentralPark/Default.htm" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ritz Carlton Central Park</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> to highlight their new </span><a href="http://www.seabourn.com/pageByName/Simple.action?requestPage=antarctica" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Antarctica Cruises</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;">. <span style="font-family: "times new roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Seabourn Destination
Service Manager Claudio Schultze and
Chris Srigley, Assistant Expedition Leader were on hand to discuss this amazing destination. Chris said, "Antarctica will make you feel so alive and so insignificant in the same breath."</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/luxury-cruise-vacation-onboard/Quest" target="_blank">Seabourn Quest</a> offers <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/find-luxury-cruise-vacation/CruiseDetails.action?destCode=S&flexibleMonths=false&noOfFlexibleMonths=1&pageNumber=1&voyageCode=6410" target="_blank">21-day</a> "Ultimate Antarctica & Patagonia" cruises between Santiago (Valparaiso) Chile and Buenos Aires, Argentina with five days exploring Antarctica complete with zodiac landings (parka is provided). They also offer a <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/find-luxury-cruise-vacation/CruiseDetails.action?destCode=S&flexibleMonths=false&noOfFlexibleMonths=1&pageNumber=1&voyageCode=6358" target="_blank">24-day</a> Holiday Cruise and a <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/find-luxury-cruise-vacation/CruiseDetails.action?destCode=S&flexibleMonths=false&noOfFlexibleMonths=1&pageNumber=1&voyageCode=6354A" target="_blank">28-day</a> Rio de Janiero, Brazil -Santiago itinerary this November. These voyages cruise through the Chilean Fjords, pass Cape Horn, visit Patagonia and the Falkland Islands. It's an adventure with diverse nature and wildlife aboard a luxurious new ship (including <a href="http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/birds/rockhopper-penguin/" target="_blank">Rockhopper Penguins</a>!). What could be better?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Oh yeah, a deal would. For a limited time, Seabourn is offering a complimentary veranda upgrade AND $1000.00 On-Board Credit for new bookings on the <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/find-luxury-cruise-vacation/CruiseDetails.action?destCode=S&flexibleMonths=false&noOfFlexibleMonths=1&pageNumber=1&voyageCode=6357" target="_blank">November 20, 2013 21-day cruise</a> and the <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/find-luxury-cruise-vacation/CruiseDetails.action?destCode=S&flexibleMonths=false&noOfFlexibleMonths=1&pageNumber=1&voyageCode=6358" target="_blank">24-night Holiday cruise</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;">For those of us who haven't retired yet: </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times new roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">*</span><a href="http://www.silversea.com/" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Silversea</span></b></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> offers expedition cruises to </span><a href="http://www.silversea.com/expeditions/destinations/antarctica/?region=010&ship=E1" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Antarctica</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> on the </span><a href="http://www.silversea.com/expeditions/silver-explorer/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Silver Explorer</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;">. Itineraries are round-trip Ushuaia, Argentina and range between 10-18-nights. </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times new roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">*</span><a href="http://www.abercrombiekent.com/" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Abercrombie & Kent</span></b></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> also offers </span><a href="http://www.abercrombiekent.com/travel/?fuseaction=dsp_description&tid=5830" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">12-day Antarctica cruises</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> round-trip Buenos Aires on </span><a href="http://en.ponant.com/Ships/Le-Boreal" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Le Boreal.</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "times new roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">*</span><a href="http://www.expeditions.com/" target="_blank"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Lindblad Expeditions</span></b></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> is a less expensive option, with a 14-day </span><a href="http://www.expeditions.com/destinations/antarctica/journey-to-antarctica" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Journey to Antarctica</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> on the </span><a href="http://www.expeditions.com/destinations/antarctica/ships/national-geographic-explorer" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">National Geographic Explorer</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> or a </span><a href="http://www.expeditions.com/destinations/antarctica/antarctica-south-georgia-falklands" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">24-day Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falklands</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> on either the </span><a href="http://www.expeditions.com/destinations/antarctica/ships/national-geographic-explorer" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">National Geographic Explorer</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> or the </span><a href="http://www.expeditions.com/destinations/antarctica/ships/national-geographic-orion" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">National Geographic Orion</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;">. </span></span><br />
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was quoted in the <a href="http://online.wsj.com/home-page" target="_blank">Wall Street Journal's</a> <a href="http://www.marketwatch.com/" target="_blank">Market Watch</a> today on how traveling to
the Mediterranean could save your life. Elizabeth O'Brien's piece called "<a href="http://www.marketwatch.com/story/save-your-life-eat-tomatoes-and-mozzarella-2013-05-22"><span style="color: blue;">Save
Your Life: Eat tomatoes and mozzarella</span></a>" discusses the health benefits
of the Mediterranean diet.</span><br />
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I can almost still taste the seafood paella after my cooking lesson in Valencia, Spain this past April.</div>
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Enjoying white asparagus with hollandaise sauce at a darling bistro was a highlight of my Spring 2012 trip to Paris.</div>
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The bouillabaisse in Marseille was as amazing as the view of the old harbor from the outdoor cafe - a delicious break during a Mediterranean cruise in 2010.<br />
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Is it corny to say that I truly believe in the transformative power of travel? With each mouthful, we absorb the culture and let it nourish us. The new tastes we enjoy and the new places we explore become a part of us. These moments, these experiences do change us, enrich us and make us better. And healthier too!<br />
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Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-30205275607778446682013-05-15T17:59:00.001-04:002020-05-07T11:27:49.707-04:00Norwegian Breakaway review, inaugural cruiseSailing on the inaugural cruise of <a href="http://www.ncl.com/" target="_blank">Norwegian Cruise Line's</a> brand-new ship, the <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/" target="_blank">Norwegian Breakaway</a> was super fun! Here is my review of this mega-ship. <span style="font-family: inherit;">Click here for my </span><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephaniestravels/sets/72157633482429108/show/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Slideshow</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;">.</span><br />
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Everyone will be excited about the top deck features (and with good reason): <br />
<a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/recreation/aqua-park/" target="_blank">Aqua Park</a> with 5 multi-story water slides<br />
Ropes course with zip line and walk-the-plank experience<br />
Bungee Trampoline and Spider Web Climbing Cage<br />
<a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/recreation/sports-complex/" target="_blank">Sports Complex</a> with Rock Climbing Wall, Miniature Golf course, Basketball court, etc...<br />
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But for me, the most exciting feature of the Norwegian Breakaway was the entertainment. Finally, a cruise ship with some serious nightlife options! <i>Do make reservations online before your cruise.</i><br />
THREE Broadway shows:<br />
-<a href="http://rockofagesmusical.com/about-2/" target="_blank">Rock of Ages</a> The Musical<br />
-<a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/entertainment/cirque-dreams-and-dinner-jungle-fantasy/" target="_blank">Cirque Dreams & Dinner Jungle Fantasy</a> from <a href="http://www.cirqueproductions.com/public-shows/cirque-dreams-jungle-fantasy/" target="_blank">Cirque Productions</a><br />
-<a href="http://www.burnthefloor.com/" target="_blank">Burn the Floor</a> is 'the ultimate ballroom sensation'<br />
<a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/entertainment/spice-h2o-fireworks/" target="_blank">Fireworks show</a> each week with 80's Dance Party<br />
<a href="http://www.secondcity.com/" target="_blank">Second City</a> comedy at <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/entertainment/second-city/" target="_blank">Headliners</a><br />
<a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/entertainment/fat-cats-jazz-and-blues-club/" target="_blank">Fat Cats Blues Club</a><br />
<a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/entertainment/howl-at-the-moon/" target="_blank">Howl at the Moon</a>, dueling piano show<br />
2 dance clubs (<a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/bars-and-lounges/bliss-ultra-lounge/" target="_blank">Bliss Ultra Lounge</a> is indoors and <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/bars-and-lounges/spice-h20/" target="_blank">Spice H20</a> is an open air space up on Deck 15)<br />
9 other bar/lounges, including an <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/bars-and-lounges/ice-bar/" target="_blank">Ice Bar</a> (don't worry, you don't need to pack your parka because they provide arctic hooded capes)<br />
<a href="http://www.rockettes.com/" target="_blank">The Rockettes</a> are the ship's godmothers and on the first week of the month, several Rockettes will be on-board performing and offering fitness/dance classes.<br />
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Kids of all ages will love the ship too. <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/recreation/splash-academy/" target="_blank">Splash Academy</a> for children 3-12 offers lots of fun activities, including a circus academy. The Under 2 Zoo is a nursery for babies between 6 months and two years old (a parent must remain present). Teens have their own club called <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/recreation/entourage/" target="_blank">Entourage</a> (<b>no adults allowed</b>). The Arcade was a fun mix of new video games that I've never heard of before, classic games like Guitar Hero and retro games like air hockey. Lots of shooting, driving, flying, riding motorcycles, etc. Also, pirates. <br />
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The dining options were absurdly extensive also: 27 different venues! It'll be hard enough for you to choose on a 7-night itinerary, but a two-nighter was too short indeed. FYI- Eleven of those options are complimentary, but the rest have extra charges. Iron Chef <a href="http://www.geoffreyzakarian.com/" target="_blank">Geoffrey Zakarian</a> offers three venues: <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/restaurants/ocean-blue-by-geoffrey-zakarian/" target="_blank">Ocean Blue Seafood Restaurant</a> is open for dinner, Ocean Blue on the Waterfront serves lobster rolls al fresco for lunch, and The Raw Bar shucks oysters and more late into the evening. Cake Boss star <a href="http://www.tlc.com/tv-shows/cake-boss/about-buddy-valastro.htm" target="_blank">Buddy Valastro</a> opened a <a href="http://www.carlosbakery.com/" target="_blank">Carlo's Bake Shop</a> on-board (pre-order cakes for celebrations at sea). Specialty restaurants also include <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/restaurants/teppanyaki/" target="_blank">Teppanyaki</a>, <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/restaurants/wasabi-sushi-bar/" target="_blank">Sushi</a>, <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/restaurants/la-cucina-italian-restaurant/" target="_blank">Italian</a>, <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/restaurants/le-bistro-french-restaurant/" target="_blank">French</a>, <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/restaurants/moderno-churrascaria/" target="_blank">Brazilian</a>, <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/restaurants/cagneys-steakhouse/" target="_blank">Steakhouse</a>, etc. <br />
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I approve of the staterooms. I liked the decor of my <a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/staterooms/mid-ship-balcony/" target="_blank">Mid-Ship Balcony</a> stateroom (Room 14820, Category BA). The Deck 14 location was not my favorite (Deck 15 extends beyond Deck 14 and you could hear folks playing on the Sports Deck above). The showers in the Spa Balconies are significantly better. <br />
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Two sections on the ship are unique and special:<br />
*<a href="http://www.ncl.com/freestyle-cruise/freestyle-accommodations/haven" target="_blank">The Haven</a>: a ship-within-a-ship offering a peaceful, full-service retreat. All Haven guests have 24-hour Butler service, access to the private lounge, pool, sundeck and The Haven Restaurant. <br />
*<a href="http://www.breakaway.ncl.com/ship/staterooms/studio/" target="_blank">The Studios</a>: designed and priced for solo travelers with an exclusive lounge with cafe and bar. <br />
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<br />Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-79976449515335502702013-04-17T11:52:00.001-04:002020-05-07T11:28:11.960-04:00Royal Caribbean's new ship Quantum of the Seas!<br />
<a href="http://www.royalcaribbean.com/home.do" target="_blank">Royal Caribbean</a> wowed cruise pros at a NYC event on April 16 with details of their new ship, <a href="http://www.royalcaribbean.com/quantumoftheseas/aqs/azmbru" target="_blank">Quantum of the Seas</a>. Senior VP Vicki Freed said, "This isn't just another new ship, this is a quantum leap into a brand new class of ships."<br />
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Godmother Kristin Chenoweth was in the house to help introduce the exciting features.<br />
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New thrills at sea include a skydiving experience called Rip Cord by <a href="http://www.iflyworld.com/" target="_blank">iFly</a>, bumper cars, circus school with trapeze classes, and full-size indoor basketball court.<br />
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The North Star may be the most iconic feature of the ship, soaring 300 feet above sea level. Inspired by the London Eye, this can be reserved for private events including WEDDINGS!<br />
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Other innovations include multi-use spaces like SeaPlex, which is a bi-level active space. By day, it's a sports complex. In the evening, it transforms into roller rink or Bumper Car course with DJ. Two70° is an open area living room by day with 27 degree panoramic views which becomes a performance space at night with digital scenery and an ice bar.<br />
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I was most impressed by the staterooms. They have single staterooms, some with balconies. They have modular room configurations to accommodate larger family groups in a variety of connecting room options. Most amazing was the "Virtual Balcony" Interior staterooms with huge LED screen showing real-time views of the ocean. Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-11410356562571954332013-03-31T16:09:00.001-04:002020-05-07T11:30:09.935-04:00Join me in Alaska this JuneYou're invited to join me on an Alaska cruise June 12-19, 2013 aboard <a href="http://www.rssc.com/" target="_blank">Regent Cruises'</a> 490-passenger <a href="http://www.rssc.com/ships/seven_seas_navigator/" target="_blank">Seven Seas Navigator</a> for a 7-night "<a href="http://www.rssc.com/cruises/NAV130612/summary/default.aspx" target="_blank">Alaskan Discovery</a>" cruise from Vancouver to Anchorage.<br />
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I'm looking forward to bear watching by seaplane, dog sledding on a glacier and whale watching at night. I hope you can join me on this adventure!<br />
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Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-6662120361730919052013-02-20T11:32:00.001-05:002020-05-07T11:30:24.888-04:00CRUISE NEWS: Winstar buys half Seabourn's fleet<a href="http://www.windstarcruises.com/" target="_blank">Windstar Cruises</a> announced the purchase of three <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/main/Main.action" target="_blank">Seabourn</a> ships yesterday (here's a link to the <a href="http://blog.windstarcruises.com/2013/02/windstar-doubles-size-of-fleet-with-addition-of-three-seabourn-ships-2/" target="_blank">press release</a>). <br />
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The original Seabourn fleet consisting of 208-passenger yachts <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/luxury-cruise-vacation-onboard/Pride" title="Seabourn Pride">Seabourn Pride</a> (1988), <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/luxury-cruise-vacation-onboard/Spirit" title="Seabourn Spirit">Seabourn Spirit</a> (1989), and <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/luxury-cruise-vacation-onboard/Legend" title="Seabourn Legend">Seabourn Legend</a> (1988) will join Windstar's fleet of three tall-masted sailing ships <a href="http://www.windstarcruises.com/windspirit-yacht.aspx" target="_blank">Wind Spirit</a> (1988), <a href="http://www.windstarcruises.com/windstar-yacht.aspx" target="_blank">Wind Star</a> (1986), and <a href="http://www.windstarcruises.com/windsurf-yacht.aspx" target="_blank">Wind Surf</a> (1990). The <i>Seabourn Pride</i> will be the first ship to enter Windstar's fleet in April of 2014. After renovations, the re-branded and re-named <i>Pride</i> will set sail a month later in the Mediterranean in May 2014; voyages are expected to go on sale in May of this year. Windstar will take possession of <i>Seabourn Legend</i> in April 2015 and <i>Seabourn Spirit</i> in May 2015. The yachts will start sailing in May of 2015 following their dry-dock period. <br />
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This is a great move for Windstar Cruises, allowing them to expand to new destinations. They recently announced that the Wind Spirit will return to <a href="http://blog.windstarcruises.com/2013/01/windstars-guests-chart-course-for-tahiti/" target="_blank">French Polynesia</a> in May 2014 offering 7-night Tahiti cruises from Papeete. Plans to sail in Asia and South America are also in the works. <br />
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Gene Sloan of <i>USA Today</i> <a href="http://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/cruises/2013/02/19/windstar-cruises-seabourn-ships/1929991/" target="_blank">writes</a>: "The deal is a new milestone in the comeback of Windstar, an upscale line that was in bankruptcy as recently as 2011 before being taken over by the deep-pocketed <a href="http://www.xanterra.com/" target="_blank">Xanterra</a>. Controlled by Denver billionaire Philip Anschutz' Anschutz Corp., the company already has poured millions of dollars into renovations for all three Windstar ships." <br />
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This leaves Seabourn with their three new 408-passenger ships: <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/luxury-cruise-vacation-onboard/Odyssey" title="Seabourn Odyssey">Seabourn Odyssey</a> (2009), <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/luxury-cruise-vacation-onboard/Sojourn" title="Seabourn Sojourn">Seabourn Sojourn</a> (2010) and <a href="http://www.seabourn.com/luxury-cruise-vacation-onboard/Quest" title="Seabourn Quest">Seabourn Quest</a> (2011). While rumors are circulating that a new Seabourn ship order will soon be announced, this cruise specialist wonders if the financial troubles of the Carnival Corporation (which owns Carnival Cruise Lines, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, Cunard Line, Seabourn and Costa Cruises) had any influence in the timing of the sale. Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-55460621341244382272013-02-14T12:15:00.000-05:002013-02-14T12:16:27.342-05:00Valentine's Day News: US Air and American are engaged!Big news: <a href="http://www2.usairways.com/Default.aspx" target="_blank">US Airways</a> and <a href="http://www.aa.com/homePage.do" target="_blank">American Airlines</a> are engaged! Here's the website created to update us on the progress of the <a href="http://newamericanarriving.com/" target="_blank">new American Airlines</a>.<br />
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Don't panic: it usually takes a couple years before the complete merger takes place. It will be business as usual at both airlines (which isn't saying that service has been great with either carrier). <br />
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Your miles are safe. The frequent flier programs will be merged so you won't lose your miles. However, US Airways will transition from the <a href="http://www.staralliance.com/en/" target="_blank">Star Alliance</a> to the <a href="http://www.oneworld.com/" target="_blank">OneWorld</a> program. You have a year or so to consider your options. If you have status with either airline, this is a good time to switch loyalty programs (United or Delta may match your status and miles to woo you). <br />
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Congratulations to them both on their impending union. Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-90097435313854786582013-02-04T00:34:00.001-05:002020-05-07T11:30:47.612-04:00Celebrity Luncheon<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><a href="http://experiencecelebrity.com/hub/pages/tzell-travel-group" target="_blank">Celebrity Cruises</a> opened an exclusive pop-up restaurant at <a href="http://www.thekitchennyc.com/" target="_blank">The Kitchen NYC </a>and hosted dining events this week called “A Taste of Modern Luxury.” Celebrity’s own James Beard-featured chef, John Suley, served a three-course tasting menu that included several on-board favorites as well as dishes inspired by the culinary flavors of Manhattan.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The event began with a welcome cocktail called The Big Apple created by Master Mixologist Junior Merino, aka "<a href="http://www.theliquidchefinc.com/" target="_blank">The Liquid Chef</a>." His concept, The Molecular Bar, is featured on Celebrity's Solstice Class ships (I cruised on the inaugural voyage of the <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stephaniestravels/sets/72157628081679884/" target="_blank">Celebrity Silhouette</a> in November 2011 and here's my review of the <a href="http://stephanieserinotravelblog.blogspot.com/2011/08/celebrity-eclipse-ship-review.html" target="_blank">Celebrity Eclipse</a>, which I toured in April 2011). </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Six of us from Tzell were joined by Senior VP of Sales Dondra Ritzenthaler to enjoy a lovely lunch. I ordered the Jerusalem Artichoke Veloute to start, and a bowl arrived with crispy Iberian ham, roasted trumpet mushrooms, tiny sourdough croutons and a dollop of marscapone. Then the waiter poured the steaming soup in from a little teapot for a fun presentation. </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">I enjoyed the Seared Halibut entree and the Pineapple Tart Tatin for dessert. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">As we sipped coffee, the waiter strolled by with a basket of green grass with brightly-decorated chocolate-covered strawberries on sticks poking up like Tim Burton/Willy Wonka flowers. "Strawberry Fields" is a popular dessert from <a href="http://www.celebritycruises.com/" target="_blank">Celebrity</a>'s unique specialty restaurant, Qsine. The charming lollipop was a delightful end to a delicious meal. </span></span>Stephanie Serinohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00911330423103939024noreply@blogger.comNew York, NY, USA40.7143528 -74.005973140.3291548 -74.65142010000001 41.0995508 -73.3605261tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7689895783221455967.post-45816563508424705702012-12-17T11:54:00.001-05:002012-12-17T11:56:15.033-05:00New Year's Celebrations 2013<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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New Year's Eve 2013 falls on a Monday giving many of us a four night weekend - a great opportunity for a fabulous getaway. Here's a few ideas on where to celebrate!<br />
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CNN's <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2012/12/13/travel/new-year-celebrations/" target="_blank">From Dubai to Kyoto: How to see in the New Year in style</a> offers the ten best cities in which to ring in the new year.</div>
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<li>Hong Kong</li>
<li>New York</li>
<li>Berlin</li>
<li>London</li>
<li>Edinburgh</li>
<li>Sydney</li>
<li>Samoa</li>
<li>Kyoto</li>
<li>Taipei</li>
<li>Dubai</li>
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Forbes Magazine <a href="http://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestravelguide/2012/12/11/5-hot-new-years-eve-parties-around-the-world/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=t.co" target="_blank">5 Hot New Year's Eve Parties Around The World</a> suggests five landmark hotels for a memorable celebration.<br />
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<li><a href="http://www.theroyalhorseguards.com/" target="_blank">The Royal Horseguards</a>, London</li>
<li><a href="http://www.mandarinoriental.com/lasvegas/" target="_blank">Mandarin Oriental</a>, Las Vegas</li>
<li><a href="http://www.baglionihotels.com/en/destinations/venice/luna-hotel-baglioni/hotel" target="_blank">Luna Hotel Baglioni</a>, Venice</li>
<li><a href="http://www.thebalmoralhotel.com/" target="_blank">The Balmoral</a>, Edinburgh, Scotland</li>
<li><a href="http://www.sebelpierone.com.au/" target="_blank">The Sebel Pier One</a>, Sydney</li>
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