This morning we enjoyed a leisurely sail up the Irrawaddy River. Alternating through a landscape of brown sandbars and lush green forest canopies, the banks of the Irrawaddy are dotted with … [Read more...] about Viking Mandalay: Village Life in Ohn Ne Choung, Myanmar
Viking Mandalay: World’s Largest Book & U Bein Bridge, Myanmar
Yesterday we transferred quickly and easily from Inle Lake to Mandalay. While we waited for the previous Viking passengers to disembark the ship, we enjoyed a coach tour of the city. We stopped … [Read more...] about Viking Mandalay: World’s Largest Book & U Bein Bridge, Myanmar
Viking Mandalay: Stupas & Silk at Inle Lake, Myanmar
Waking up in the Aureum Palace on Inle Lake made me feel like a queen. Like a British Colonial Queen, to be specific. My accommodations as I backpack solo around the world are decidedly more...rustic. … [Read more...] about Viking Mandalay: Stupas & Silk at Inle Lake, Myanmar
What’s Included In All-Inclusive River Cruises?
All-inclusive river cruises are immensely attractive. While they are generally priced higher than their non-inclusive counterparts, voyages on all-inclusive lines like A-ROSA, CroisiEurope, Scenic, … [Read more...] about What’s Included In All-Inclusive River Cruises?
Shore Excursions: Which River Cruise Companies Include Them in the Fare?
Are shore excursions or tours included in the river cruise fare? It depends. While shore excursions are often an add-on for ocean cruises, they are pretty much the norm for river cruises in all … [Read more...] about Shore Excursions: Which River Cruise Companies Include Them in the Fare?
All-Inclusive River Cruises: How Are They Defined?
There is a fairly wide variation among river cruise companies with regard to what is included in the cruise fare. Some companies are much more inclusive than others. Although, the trend in the … [Read more...] about All-Inclusive River Cruises: How Are They Defined?
