From Galley to Glory: Top Chef's Grand Finale on Holland America’s Eurodam
Bravo to TV’s “Top Chef” show and to Holland America. For the first time ever, Top Chef will film an episode, a FINALE on a cruise ship!
Connie George
Jun 7, 20242 min read
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Spoil Mom This Mother’s Day with the Perfect Gift: Time- Maybe on a Cruise?
If you're looking for a gift for Mom that goes beyond flowers, a coffee cup, plant, or chocolates; what she really wants is time with you...
Connie George
May 7, 20244 min read
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Connecting Cultures Over an Old Orange on an Old Soviet Train: An Early Foodie Traveler's Tale
Little did I grasp then that this simple act would mark the beginning of a profound realization—how food transcends boundaries.....
Connie George
Mar 28, 20242 min read
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Caribbean-American Heritage Month: Honoring People, Celebrating Food
Learning about and sharing Caribbean food this Caribbean-American Heritage Month.
Connie George
Jun 25, 20235 min read
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Thank You: Feel It, Express It & Have Fun with It When Traveling
“Thank you” is one of the earliest etiquette guidelines we teach our children. It’s our way of expressing gratitude, whether we’re...
Connie George
Jan 10, 20233 min read
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Travel-Related Gifts They’ll Love Receiving this 2024 Holiday Season
No matter the holiday or celebration, gifts tied in with travel are always welcome. They are appropriate for Christmas, Hannukah,...
Connie George
Nov 26, 20213 min read
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Confession from a Doting Galápagos-Specialist Travel Agent Granddaughter
I have a confession that I've only shared with a handful of people. I am lousy at games. Especially any kind of trivia. And especially ...
Connie George
Sep 10, 20212 min read
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Farewell to a Cruise and Hollywood Legend: Gavin MacLeod (aka Captain Stubing)
Gavin MacLeod was a talented actor who performed in films and television. He played supporting roles in two well-liked TV shows and a...
Connie George
May 31, 20215 min read
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Guilt-Free Fast Food with a Cultural Twist When Traveling
Have you visited a local McDonald’s Restaurant when traveling outside of your area? I can practically hear some of you saying, “ I don’t...
Connie George
Apr 26, 20203 min read
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70 Ideas for Beating Homebound Boredom Between Trips
What if one good thing about being quarantined is that it offers opportunities.....? 70 ideas to beat the boredom during quarantine.
Connie George
Apr 5, 20204 min read
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10 Commandments for Travelers
Unlike some bad1980’s hairstyles that I’m grateful haven’t circled around again, these “Ten Commandments for Travelers” from the...
Connie George
Jan 8, 20191 min read
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