By Eric Goldring
Chef Bjoern arranged for a private inspection of a aquaculture farm outside Koper, Slovenia. Having a background in marine biology and worked as a biological aid for the United States’ National Marine Fisheries Service I was quietly very excited for this. I think the others were more like, “OK. That’ll
Unfortunately there was a failure of the motherboard for the internet satellite system on board, so posting my blog as it was happening just wasn’t possible. Nonetheless, here it is…and know that it was, in the end, one of the best cruises I have ever taken. We started our day
The next day in Kotor, Montenegro, started out with a bit of excitement. When I stepped into the Veranda for breakfast the Seabourn Odyssey was berthed right behind us. It was great to see her again and also to say hello to some of my clients who were enjoying a
We boarded the Seabourn Spirit and it was, as it should be in our dreams, like coming home. Everything was as it was when we left months ago: Consistently exceptional. As we boarded so late, after our walking wine tour, we had just enough time to go to our suite,
Saturday started with our small group meeting up for a quick traghetto ride from Ca’ Sagredo Hotel to the Rialto market just on the other side of the Grand Canal. The variety of fresh fish, shellfish, vegetables and fruits were fantastic. It is not, however, anything like, say, La Boqueria
The flights to London and on to Venice were fast and, in fact, early. The only problem was that none of our luggage was quite as fast. Apparently there was an issue at London Gatwick and many bags didn’t make the flight. They say they will be delivered this evening.
Douglas Ward annually publishes his Berlitz ‘Complete Guide to Cruising and Cruise Ships’. In the about to be released 2010 edition (the 25th edition) he ranks every Seabourn ship in its uppermost echelon. Mr. Ward bases his review on a plethora of items with each weighted as he deems appropriate:
I have harped on Regent Seven Seas claims of “6 Star Luxury” not only because it is hype, but because it simply has a history of not delivering it either in consistent luxury quality food or service. As I have said, there is always a danger in over-promising and under-delivering. Create
Organizing this year’s Food & Wine Cruise has been a bit “interesting” and a bit frustrating. But, in the end, it will be a great time and a wonderful experience. The economy took a toll with not only some cancellations immediately after the stock market meltdown, but with an unfortunate
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