Ocean & river cruising
When you’re looking for a destination that has mangrove forests full of birds and mammals, deep water filled sinkholes just waiting to be explored, and a tropical climate that never dips below 18°C/64°F every month of the year, then Cozumel is the island for you! Located on the Yucatan Peninsula, in the state of Quintana …
Marksburg Castle is the only castle on the Rhine that has never been destroyed. Read why you should visit.
Enjoy this one day Nafplion itinerary and see the town on your own terms to avoid a cruise excursion to see a nearby site with the hordes.
What to do when visiting Murano Italy, where Venetian glass is created. This island is the most popular day trip from Venice.
Advice and tips for first time cruisers: choosing a cruise and itinerary, get a bargain, what to pack, and how to maximize your experience.
If you have only one day in Dubrovnik, you can see more than just the walled city. Here are a few ideas for your next trip.
With only one day in Rome, a reader asks if it is realistic to skip the cruise excursion and see the most popular sights on her own.
Cruisers and travelers will find that Rome’s port has attractions of its own. Discover what to see in Civitavecchia.
Planning a Mediterranean cruise? Here are 10 top Adriatic cruise ports you will want to visit, along the coastline between Rome and Athens.
Considering a European river cruise? Here’s what to expect on board and ashore, plus our Rhine River cruise itinerary from Basel to Amsterdam.
We’ve listed the best things to do in Kotor Montenegro, from inside the walls to Kotor Bay, and more.
Don’t let motion sickness ruin your dream cruise. These 10 useful remedies and tips will help you avoid getting seasick.
Impressions of Dominica after spending 10 days in the country. What we loved, didn’t like, and is it worth a second visit?
One day in Basel, an unusual tourist destination and surprising cultural hub, in the corner where Switzerland, France and Germany meet.
What is it like to set sail on the one-week-long Viking Rhine River cruise, sailing between Basel and Amsterdam?
Places to stay Situated on the Rhine River, the town of Breisach am Rhein is often called the gateway to the Black Forest. It’s a popular place for cruise ships to dock; from there their passengers can visit the Black Forest, local wine towns and France’s Alsace region. ⓘ TIP: This “Breisach am Rhein” post is …
