

To Haggle or Not to Haggle? A Traveler's Guide to Bargaining Around the World
Learn when to bargain and when to pay the asking price while traveling. Discover shopping customs, etiquette, and tips from around the world.

Connie George
Sep 288 min read


10 Surprises First-Time River Cruisers Don’t Expect
If you’ve only experienced ocean cruises, river cruising may surprise you in ways you never expected. From docking steps from cafés and castles to watching ships navigate tight locks and low bridges, discover 10 unique river cruise experiences that make this style of travel feel immersive, relaxing, and completely different from ocean cruising.

Connie George
Jun 17 min read


Journey Through History: Top 7 Viking River Cruises You’ll Love (Connie's Top 7)
Viking has built a reputation as a premier river cruise line, offering thoughtfully curated journeys through Europe, Egypt, Asia, and beyond

Connie George
Mar 17, 20256 min read


Tulips, Windmills, and Rivers: Your Perfect Spring Getaway for 2026 & 2027
Imagine celebrating the end of the winter with a spring Tulip Time Europe river cruise! Imagine Holland’s fields of vibrantly colored tulips

Connie George
Jan 13, 20257 min read