My first impressions of Via Natura’s MY Hermes are conflicted, but in a good way. Is it a superyacht? Is it a small cruise ship? Is it an expedition ship? Well, my first impression is that it is a bit of all three! MY Hermes is drop-dead gorgeous, but she

In no uncertain terms, Norwegian Cruise Lines Holdings (NCLH), the owner of Norwegian Cruise Lines, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, has been experiencing significant turmoil stemming from what clearly appears to be the very mismanagement and problematic treatment of its guests that I have been complaining about for

It is truly amazing to me how many options there are for visiting and experiencing the Galapagos, one of the most unique places on earth.  I have been fortunate to experience the Galapagos three times, each unique unto itself: a 64-guest older ship; a 98-guest mass market ship; a 20-guest

The expedition/cruise on Silversea’s Silver Endeavour has turned the corner, literally, heading to western Scotland with Kirkwall, Orkney Islands next eventually ended in Edinburgh, Scotland for a final Goldring Travel Culinary & Cultural Experience. And, of course, as the journey comes to an end, it is time for my Reflections. Here

As this cross between an expedition and a cruise continues on Silversea’s Silver Endeavour, the one thing that stands out, aside from the truly excellent, friendly, and polished service and the beauty of the ship, is how relaxing and peaceful this journey has been. With a combination of relatively short

It was great being back onboard Silversea’s Silver Endeavour for my third expedition (previously an epic journey through Iceland, Greenland, Canadian Maritimes, and the United States Eastern Seaboard and a Fly-the-Drake Antarctica experience). This time, my expedition is more of a cross between Irish and Scottish whiskey tastings and cuisine,

Heading off to another unique Silversea expedition, especially on the luxury and very capable Silver Endeavour, is always a happy occasion. When I am accompanied by Goldring Travel clients, it makes it even better. This expedition starts in Dublin, Ireland and, after traveling to some amazing out islands off the

Seatrade Cruise Global is THE annual conference of the cruise industry. It is three packed days of panel discussions, seminars, presentations, press conferences (where exciting news and updates are broken), networking, and, to be fully transparent, some great parties. One of the highlights for many is the State of the