In September 2021, we traveled to Athens, Greece to embark on a 7-night cruise onboard the new Celebrity Apex. This was our first cruise since October 2019 – almost 2 years! And, just as important as enjoying cruising again, we wanted to better understand the new Covid protocols. All of…
In September 2021, we traveled to Athens, Greece for a 7-night Greek Islands cruise aboard the Celebrity Apex. These are the specifics of the Covid-19 protocols that were in place during our travels. In general, Greece is less restrictive than other EU states, allowing travelers from 69 countries (including the…
We’ve just arrived to the pier on Isla Baltra in the Galapagos Islands to attend the naming event of the Celebrity Flora. The Celebrity Flora is the first purpose built ship to sail the Galapagos Islands. Her environmental footprint on this delicate environment is minimal and she’s one of the most…
As owners of Global Travel Destinations, we receive invitations to check out new hotels, ships and destinations. Because we love the Galapagos Islands, and enjoy selling (and sailing) Celebrity Cruises, it was a natural that we jumped at the opportunity to join the Celebrity Xperience, one of the newest ships…
As owners of Global Travel Destinations, we receive invitations to check out new hotels, ships and destinations. Because we love the Galapagos Islands, and enjoy selling (and sailing) Celebrity Cruises, it was a natural that we jumped at the opportunity to join the Celebrity Xperience, one of the newest ships in…
This morning we’re anchored in the huge bay of St. Tropez along with what must be some of the world’s most expensive and largest mega-yachts. Our excursion today is a walking tour of this famous French Riviera resort town. Tonight we’ll make the relatively short sailing to Monte Carlo, Monaco where…
After a wonderful evening which included the World Premier of “A Day in Hollywood” performed by the talented ship’s company, we’ve arrived in Olbia, Sardinia, Italy. Our excursion today takes us north to Palau where we’ll catch a ferry over to Maddalena Island. This quiet island enjoys some of the most…
After a busy day at sea yesteray, we’ve arrived at our first stop in Toulon, France. In addition to a morning excursion “Beautiful Bormes” we’ll spent the afternoon onboard the Seven Seas Navigator which just happened to be sharing this port with us. Bormes was indeed beautiful, and the Navigator was…
Good Morning from the Regent Seven Seas Explorer, the newest and most luxurious ship in the world according to Regent. We’re sailing with other travel professionals and media on a 5 night preview itinerary that embarked in Barcelona yesterday. Our upcoming ports are Toulon, France; Olbia, Italy; St. Tropaz, France…
We’ve just touched down in Barcelona after a relatively short hop across the pond from Charlotte. Even the economy seating was comfortable onboard the American Airlines Airbus A330-200. By noon we’ve collected our luggage and have been escorted to a small transfer van that will take us directly to the…
