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Eat, Drink, Shop in Barcelona

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Matthew

Eat Mercat de la Boqueria – along Las Ramblas, near Liceu metro station A stunning and lively outdoor marketplace selling all manner of wares and food items. One of the most popular, accessible, dense, and largest markets in all of … Continue reading →

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Old Town Neighbourhoods of Barcelona

Posted on March 7, 2012 by Matthew

The Old Town (Cuitat Vella), the original Roman and medieval portion of the city, has three distinct neighbourhoods. Barri Gotic The original and most famous nook, here you’ll find the origins of the city dating from Roman times, as well … Continue reading →

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7 Must-Visit Sights in Barcelona

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Matthew

Stay in Barcelona a week and it may be enough time to take in all the sights, maybe. Below are places I highly recommend you don’t miss! La Sagrada Familia – Mallorca 401, L’Eixample Recently upgraded to basilica status by … Continue reading →

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A Brief History of Barcelona

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Matthew

A notable British anthropologist once said that all cultures are different, it’s just that that of Spain’s is MORE different. The same could be said of Barcelona relative to the rest of Spain. Barcelona sets itself apart, not only because of … Continue reading →

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How Safe is Cruising?

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Matthew

In the wake of the Costa Concordia incident, it is not uncommon for us to get calls and questions following media coverage of such rare events. I believe that the majority are aware that accidents like this are very rare. … Continue reading →

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Beer Lovers Rejoice – Your Ship Has Come In!

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Matthew

Me, I do enjoy fine wine when on a cruise – the wine lists are always extensive.  I also like a cocktail as much as the next guy.  But when it comes to beer onboard, the choice – and the … Continue reading →

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Princess new-build to be named Royal Princess

Posted on March 15, 2011 by Matthew

Princess announced its next ship today, Royal Princess to debut in spring 2013 at 141,000 tons. Here’s what to expect: On one side, the over-water SeaWalk, a glass-bottomed and glass-enclosed walkway that extends more than 28 feet beyond one side … Continue reading →

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Tallinn, Estonia: The Pearl of the Baltic

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Matthew

Sometimes the best travel experience is found in the most unassuming and obscure location that one only happens across by chance. I discovered such a place in a tiny, distant corner of Europe. Just 90 kilometers due south from Helsinki, … Continue reading →

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Celebrity Silhouette & Reflection to be very different all over again

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Matthew

There will be many new features on Celebrity‘s next Solstice-class ships, the Silhouette and Reflection. The Reflection, specifically, will have one entire new deck added and be about a metre wider than the previous four siblings! Both ships will feature … Continue reading →

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Drunk Meets Dumb Onboard

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Matthew

Drunk man charged after dropping Ryndam’s anchor while ship is sailing. Read the full story in Travel Industry Today. For a more detailed version, check out Daily Mail UK. Wild!  To think it’s just that easy.  Apparently, it’s fortunate the … Continue reading →

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