Worldwide Cruises and Tours

11/06/2024

Here's a great deal from ALGV vacation group (Apple Vacations, Funjet Vacations, United Vacations)
Save up to $300 with hotel discounts up to 65%. Book through November 27, 2024 for travel through December 15, 2025. You can use this for travel to Mexico, Caribbean, Europe and more!
Contact [email protected] to book or for more information.

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11/05/2024

Everyone knows about Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but do you know about Travel Tuesday. It's all about amazing discounts on trips, flights, and experiences. This year, it is December 3. With these amazing offers, you might even consider giving travel as a holiday gift. Stay tuned for more information. I will be posting specific details in the days to come.

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09/18/2024

This is great news!

The U.S. Department of State has launched an online passport renewal service for all citizens following a successful beta test.

07/05/2024

This article contains some very helpful information.

Losing your passport on vacation is a stressful scenario no traveler wants to find themselves in. Fortunately, there are measures in place to help you remedy the situation and get home quickly from your trip abroad. Follow this step-by-step guide for what to do when you lose your passport on vacatio...

05/24/2024

I just returned from a cruise through the Hawaiian Islands on Norwegian Cruise Line’s Pride of America. This is a 7-night cruise. It begins in Honolulu, spends 2 nights in Maui, visits Hilo and Kona on the big island, spends 2 nights in Kauai and then returns to Honolulu. This is a great way to get a taste of the major islands. You can either enjoy the many excellent shore excursions offered my the ship, explore on your own, or just enjoy relaxing on board. If this sounds like a vacation you would enjoy, please contact me at [email protected]. I’d love to help you!

11/15/2023

11/15/2023

I just had the privilege of sailing on the Avalon Expression on a Rhine River cruise . We stayed in a Panorama suite. It had a floor to ceiling window that opened on to a small balcony. There was abundant storage space and it was wonderful to lay in bed and look out the window.
The staff was so helpful and the meals were excellent .

11/15/2023

Have you dreamed of visiting one of the European Christmas markets but just don't have the time or the money to do so?
There are several European style Christmas markets right here in the USA.

You don't need a passport to shop at these European-style Christmas markets in the U.S.

08/03/2023

I got this interesting message from Culture Holidays this morning. It is so true!
Impact of Vacations on Mental Health



What do you imagine when you think about vacation? Some sightseeing, adventure, or capturing the best moments. But holidays have a lot more to give which is beyond all these things. Yes! It's true. You can also get the benefit of mental health if you go on vacation frequently.



There are numerous advantages of going on vacations, which are as follows:



Travel Diminishes Depression



Travel not only helps those people who are fighting with depression but also prevents the risk of getting into depression. Research has also shown that women who frequently go for a vacation carry fewer symptoms of stress as well as depression. Travel gives a space where people get out from their monotonous and hectic life while spending quality time.



Say Goodbye to Stress with Regular Vacations



Stress is something that can come through the monotony of life. If you go on a vacation then you can easily break the monotony of life and offer relief from stress.



‘Experts state that stress can leave an impact on both physical and mental health’



It is also believed that a short break at regular intervals of time can also help in reducing the stress of life.



‘A study reveals that taking short breaks leaves a positive impact on mental health’



The reason behind the positive impact of vacation on stress is that when people are in stress there are a lot of things going on in their minds due to which they are not able to focus on their present situation. And when they go on vacations then they live in a different environment which breaks the chain of stress.



Vacation Lifts Your Mood



Even planning a vacation can make your mood fresh which helps in distracting your mind from the stressful daily life. A study shows that people feel happy when they are planning a vacation as they expect to enjoy the holidays.



It has also been observed by experts that vacations help leave a positive impact on health and quality of life. Holidays have the potential to make you look forward to your life.



Develops Resilience



At first planning and arranging a tour seems to be more hectic as well as challenging but when you face these challenges then it makes you more independent. When you resolve any trouble after getting out of your comfort zone then it helps you in building the ability to deal with all circumstances in an effective manner.



So, spending time on vacation always gives positive results such as enhanced confidence and the ability to handle difficult situations.



Boosts Your Creativity



When you visit a different place or country and you experience a new lifestyle as well as culture then it enhances your cognitive ability and depth which results in boosting creativity. It is also important to note that if you engage with local culture only then your creativity will boost, otherwise visiting a new place, going on sightseeing, and coming back will not enhance creativity.



Improves Your Mental Power



When you go on vacation, your brain gets time to rest. So, if you are facing stress for a longer period and it is affecting your goal-setting abilities as well as memory power then give your brain some rest by going on a trip.

With all that being said, let me help you improve your mental health!

07/20/2022

River cruises are a wonderful way to travel. The ship docks right in the center of town. All shore excursions are included. The ships are small compared to an ocean liner and much of the food is locally obtained. Contact Worldwide Cruises and Tours ([email protected] for more information.

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12/22/2021

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I look forward to helping you with your travel plans in the coming year.

Here are the global cities where you’ll find some of the world’s biggest and most magnificent Christmas trees appearing each year for the delight of locals and visitors alike.

08/09/2021

At this time, the State Department says the passport application process is taking more than four months (18 weeks), and “expedited” service may only shorten the wait to three months, according to a release. This means passport processing times are three times as long as the average wait time prior to the pandemic. The State Department website indicates the dramatic delays are the result of COVID-related issues and high demand.
People who need to renew their passports immediately are no longer able to book last-minute appointments online the State Department announced on July 22nd. The change was made “made this change to address the problem of third parties booking all available appointments using bots, and then selling them to applicants with urgent travel needs” according a special page on the State Department Web Site.
To check to see if you can qualify for an emergency appointment, you can refer to the table on the State Departments “get it fast” passport section, here.
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Here are a few things you can do:
Check when your passport expires. Lots of travelers assume that if their passport expires right after the end of their trip, they will be okay. Sadly, many countries require that your passport is valid for at least 6 months past your entry date. While in practice they don’t always turn everyone away, they have that option. And with additional border controls in place at this time, it isn’t wise to take the risk.
If you need an emergency passport or renewal, don't delay. Begin the process immediately
Contact your closest passport agency information with them. To make this easier, here is a link to a site that shows the addresses of all the major agencies.
Check with a private service that specializes in handling expedited passports. This may set them back anywhere from an extra $60 to $400, another reason to keep on top of their passport expiry date. Here are links to a few of these services:
Visa HQ
PassportandVisas.com
US Passport Service Guide
AllState Passports
FEDEX "Rush my Passport"

06/12/2021

I can help you increase that number.

How many of these 100 major global cities have you been to?

05/24/2021

More good news about Europe!

Tourist magnet Spain will let people from anywhere in the world who are vaccinated against COVID-19 enter the country from June 7, hoping to galvanise a recovery in the devastated tourism sector.

05/22/2021

Are you itching to travel to Europe? Check out this great news about Italy!

The travel industry got some more good news this week when Italy announced it would allow U.S. travelers to enter the country on designated “COVID-tested” flights. Those travelers must tes

03/19/2021

If you are ready to cruise and have been fully vaccinated, Royal Caribbean will be cruising from Nassau and Celebrity will be cruising from St. Maarten beginning in June. Please contact me at [email protected] if you want to take advantage of this offer.

Royal will require all guests over the age of 18-year-olds to be vaccinated and those under 18-years-old to show proof of a negative test, the same requirement that Celebrity announced earlier in the day. Read More