May 17, 2024
Travel Stories
Windstar Debuts New, Year-Round Ship for Tahiti – With Cultural Immersion
With more than 3 decades of experience sailing in the exotic waters of Tahiti, Windstar is doubling down on the...
Princess Cruises Brings Back the "Love Boat"
If you grew up on classic The Love Boat episodes on TV - or binge watched reruns more recently -...
The Bahamas "Launching" as the Next Destination for Space Tourism
We have lift off! It’s a “giant leap” for The Bahamas, which is joining the exclusive club of destinations appealing to...
Essential Tips for Booking Your Next All-Inclusive Vacation
It's not too late to book your all-inclusive getaway this season. But all resorts are not created equal. Making the...
Egypt Solar Eclipse Tour and Cruise 2027
Observe a total solar eclipse from Luxor, Egypt. You will see Cairo, Alexandria, Giza, Aswan and Luxor. July 23- Aug 3, 2027. Luxor is located very close to the maximum time of this eclipse with over 6 minutes of totality and a complete lack of cloud cover. This tour includes high value hotels and 5 star cruise by Egyptian Standards at a value price.
Solar Eclipse Travel
A Total Solar Eclipse will pass over the USA from Maine to Texas, and then over Mexico to sunny Mazatlán. Our group is headed to the all new Dreams Estrella del Mar all-inclusive resort April 5-10, 2024. Many are going to Texas, Arkansas Illinois, Indiana, New York and other cloudy places. It is calculus folks, maximize duration of the eclipse and minimize potential cloud cover. This tour is sold out. Look for photos in mid April.
MSC Cruises Value on the High Seas
MSC Cruises has gained a foothold in the USA. MSC is now sailing from USA ports with Galveston coming in 2025. The Italian line is bringing European style cruising to the USA. We at Tropical Sails Corp has sailed will MSC over a half dozen times and have taken groups to sea. Sailing from New York, Miami, Port Canaveral and soon to be Galveston.
VIDEO: The Best Highlights of a Viking Great Lakes Expedition Cruise
Zodiaks, kayaks and submarines, oh my! Expedition ships are opening up a whole new way of cruising and experiencing the world...
Save During Wave! All the Reasons to Book Your Next Cruise During 'Wave Season'
It couldn’t come at a better time. The thrills of the holidays have passed, and cold weather, cabin fever, and...
Huge Hotel Brand Launches First All-Inclusive
The all-inclusive trend keeps growing! All-inclusive resorts used to be all about packaged beach vacations. But more and more people...
These 3 Cities are the 2024 European Capitals of Culture
The EU’s Capitals of Culture program was designed to showcase the cultural riches of European cities that might not otherwise...
Best Souvenirs from an Emerald Cruise on France's Rhone River
A river cruise on the Rhone allows you to indulge in French cuisine, culture, scenery and lifestyle – and you’re...
This Cruise Line is Submerging Thousands of Bottles of Sparkling Wine in the Ocean
They’re calling them ‘Bubbles of the Sea.’ Celebrating with sparkling wine is a year-round event on many cruise lines. But...
12 Ways Fairmont Hotels are Celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas and More
Take a break from planning Christmas festivities and shopping and treat yourself to Christmas cheer, Fairmont-style. Get into the spirit...
VIDEO: The Best Christmas Markets on a Viking Rhine River Cruise
A Christmas market river cruise in Europe may be the very best way to capture the magic of the season....
Indoor Winter Chalets Let You Get Cozy at IHG Hotels & Resorts this Season
Winter chalet popups by celebrity tastemakers are making the coldest season warm and cheerful for travelers across North American hotels...
Beach Vacation Tip: What You Need to Know About Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Most of us are pretty careful about sun exposure when we travel on beach vacations these days. It’s hats and...
Four Seasons Opening A New Resort in Another Caribbean Destination
The newest Four Seasons resort will change the face of one of the Caribbean’s most popular islands. Famous for affordable,...
Journey into Authentic Mexico in its "Magical Towns"
Mexico is more than beaches. It’s also a country rich in folklore, traditions, culture, history, nature and cuisine. And some...
And the Top Tourism Attraction in Europe This Year Is...
Not the Eiffel Tower. Not Rome’s Colosseum. Or even Barcelona’s magnificent Sagrada Familia cathedral by Gaudi. The attraction voted Europe’s...
Where to Dive in to the Hottest - or Coldest! - New Wellness Trend
Have you resolved to travel more and to focus more on your health? You can do both by taking a...
Renowned Jeweler Tiffany Helping to Preserve Japan's Gold Leaf Art Techniques as a Cultural Treasure
Japanese arts and crafts are cherished souvenirs from a trip to Japan. And now, one of the country’s most treasured...