Jeannine with Travels by Danielle

06/02/2026

What’s your ultimate animal to see on safari someday? Mine is a leopard. I’ve never seen one yet on 4 safaris! But, enjoy this photo, as this is in my top 3. I took this on safari in 2018.

04/23/2026

5. Contemporary - Mainstream Cruise

Think: Vegas resort at sea

Lines:
*Royal Caribbean International
*Norwegian Cruise Line
*Carnival Cruise Line

What it feels like:
*3,000–6,000+ guests
*Tons of entertainment (shows, waterparks, nightlife)
*Food is good but not gourmet
*EVERYTHING is upsell-based

Who it’s for:
*Families, younger couples, groups
*First-time cruisers

Price range:
~$100–$300 per night

Key differentiator:
👉 It’s about FUN, not exclusivity.

The fabulous new Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas is featured in the photo.

04/22/2026

4. UPPER CONTEMPORARY / FAMILY PREMIUM HYBRID

Think: High-quality, experience-driven cruising (with a touch of magic)

Lines:

* Disney Cruise Line

What it feels like:

* 2,500–4,000 guests
* Exceptional service + top-tier entertainment
* More inclusions than most large ships
* Family-focused but surprisingly elevated

Who it’s for:

* Families who want an elevated experience
* Multi-generational groups
* Adults who value service + entertainment (even without kids)

Price range:

* ~$250–$600 per night

Key differentiator:
👉 Premium-level experience… designed around families, not luxury or destination immersion.

Out of respect for brand image guidelines, Disney Cruise Line imagery isn’t shown here—but trust me, the experience is unmistakable.

04/21/2026

3. Premium Cruise: Upscale but Not Fully Luxury

Think: Nice 4-star hotel
Lines:
* Princess Cruises
* Holland America Line
* (also Oceania, Celebrity in upper tier)

What it feels like:
* 1,500–3,500 guests
* Good food, enrichment, solid service
* Some inclusions, but lots of add-ons

Who it’s for:
* Mature travelers, destination-focused
* Alaska, Europe, longer itineraries

Price range:
~$200–$500 per night

Key differentiator:
👉 Comfortable and refined—but not over-the-top luxury.

Enjoy this beautiful image of a Princess Cruises in Greece.

04/20/2026

2. Ultra-Luxury Cruise: All-Inclusive Floating Resorts

Think: Effortless elegance with everything taken care of
Lines:
* Explora Journeys
* Regent Seven Seas Cruises
* Silversea Cruises
* Seabourn Cruise Line

What it feels like:
* 400–1000 guests
* Spacious suites, high staff-to-guest ratio
* Mostly all-inclusive (excursions, alcohol, wifi, etc.)
* Elegant but more “cruise-like” than Four Seasons Yachts

Differences inside this tier:
* Explora → modern, younger, design-forward
* Regent → most inclusive (excursions + flights often included)

Who it’s for:
* Luxury travelers who like cruising
* Food, service, and cultural immersion focused

Price range:
~$700–$1,500+ per night

Key differentiator:
👉 Everything is handled—you barely lift a finger.

04/18/2026

Not all cruises are created equal… and most people don’t realize just how different they are.

Over the next few posts, I’m breaking down cruise classes—from ultra-luxury yachts like Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and Four Seasons Yachts… all the way to the big-ship experience with Royal Caribbean International and Norwegian Cruise Line.
Because choosing the right type of cruise? That’s what makes or breaks the entire trip.

Stay tuned… this is going to change how you think about cruising.

04/08/2026

European travel entrance as of this Friday:

https://www.travelresearchonline.com/blog/index.php/2026/04/ready-or-not-ees-comes-to-european-airports-on-april-10/?amp=1&fbclid=IwdGRleARDr2ZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEegmFMtYpcUVTLnKTTucBy86gJlBfNDBm2m-mUI0Kuu6vMFwdp3SLs3crDNmA_aem_lsLFfSQo9W37h6-RImHlUQ

Credit: AdobeStock Europe’s new automated entry system, the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES), will be fully operational on April 10. Passport stamps will be replaced with digitally recorded entries and exits that include personal data, facial images, and fingerprints. In addition to saving lo

04/06/2026

A quick update for those watching this sailing —

Suite inventory aboard AmaReina (Dec 15–22, 2027) is already tightening.

This is one of the most sought-after Christmas Market weeks, and the best accommodations never last long.

This promotion will not be offered again once it expires 🎄.

01/28/2026

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