“I listen to my body, and my body says no to the vaccine.” I was standing at Amsterdam’s Rembrandt Square, dipping fries into a dab of mayonnaise (patat met) when a fellow standing next to me said, … [Read more...] about Exploring The Pre-Pandemic World Before Boarding Crystal Debussy: Welcome To Amsterdam
Waldorf-Astoria Amsterdam: A One-Night Stay Before Boarding Crystal Debussy
After arriving at Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport at noon on Sunday, I hailed a taxi (53 euros) to check into the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam, just a block away from Rembrandt Square. What an … [Read more...] about Waldorf-Astoria Amsterdam: A One-Night Stay Before Boarding Crystal Debussy
Your Questions Answered: Snagging $600 Business Class & A ‘Free’ Stay At The Waldorf Astoria
Last week, I told you that I was preparing for my first trip to Europe since October of 2019. I promised to answer your questions about how I was gearing up for this trip, which is on Crystal Debussy, … [Read more...] about Your Questions Answered: Snagging $600 Business Class & A ‘Free’ Stay At The Waldorf Astoria
Double Dutch Fuss: Netherlands Reverses Quarantine Requirement For Vaccinated Americans
I now know what it’s like to be a ping pong ball. Trips booked, then postponed, on again, off again, vaccine freedom, then Delta dread, governments imposing mandatory quarantines, then … We were … [Read more...] about Double Dutch Fuss: Netherlands Reverses Quarantine Requirement For Vaccinated Americans
The 47-Day River Cruise Through Europe
Is this river cruising’s world cruise equivalent? In June 2023, AmaWaterways will offer a 46-night exploration of Europe that sails through 14 countries on seven rivers. While full details will be … [Read more...] about The 47-Day River Cruise Through Europe
Paddle-Wheelers On The Mississippi, Steamboats On The Rhine & The Rise Of KD River Line
In our last post, we learned how steam engines were adapted to propel riverboats in Europe and the United States (if you missed that post, see Where River Cruising Began: A ‘Fire Boat’ On The Saône). … [Read more...] about Paddle-Wheelers On The Mississippi, Steamboats On The Rhine & The Rise Of KD River Line