Cruise news for The Port of Southampton The Port of Southhampton can be a busy place when one ship is in town, but when six cruise ships are in town, watch out! Crown Princess, Grand Princess, P&O Cruises Ventura, Fred. Olsen’s Balmoral, Celebrity Eclipse and Phoenix Reisen’s Artania put the port on high-alert. During the…
Category: Europe
Cruise news and information about European and Mediterranean cruise destinations.
Happy Bastille Day, a great day to review cruise options in France
In celebration of Bastille day … Let them eat cake, drink some wine, and think about France because it’s Bastille day! Thank you France for your wonderful contributions to culture, world history, the arts, viticulture, and cuisine. The Tweet that inspired the post: Although the reason for Bastille day is not so fun to think about,…
A brief history of cruising in Europe
European waterways essential to life and trade The rivers and seas of Europe have always been essential to life and trade. But, until the mid-1800s, European boats and ships were only concerned with moving cargo or hauling in the day’s catch – not with passengers or their comfort. In 1835, Arthur Anderson, a sailor from…
Paris off the beaten path with Europe Express
Paris is one of my favorite cities. There is something for everyone. We begin our day on this Europe Express group tour calling on Hotel de Paris, Le Patio Saint Antoine hotel, and Les Jardins du Marais. These are all wonderful hotels in the heart of Paris. My favorite hotel of the day is Le…
Welcome to Paris
Bonjour from Paris, France London to Paris on the Eurostar train a fast and easy way to go We traveled on the Eurostar. The ride was uneventful and relaxing. Signs of any rioting or unrest in Paris certainly not evident. Europe Express has made every effort to keep abreast of the political situation and…
The Gore hotel
London Express recap Day 3 Europe Express has kept us busy with site inspections, VIP tours in London, and numerous opportunities to discover why their company offers the best pre and post cruise products on the market. We visited great hotels in the a.m. including: Flemings Mayfair (www.Flemings.co.uk ) and the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London (www.parkplazahotels.net)….
London Calling
Welcome to London Update: July 2018 This blog post was one of the first ones I did in the Blogger-at-Large series. I went as a guest of Europe Express to learn about pre and post cruise options for travelers visiting London and Paris. First impressions. I absolutely love the charm, culture, people, and vibe. I…
Popular attractions in London
Welcome to London, England! There is so much to do. Getting into the city The journey from London’s Heathrow Airport (http://www.heathrowairport.com/) is quite easy and travelers will discover an option that suites their budget and lifestyle. I have taken the Heathrow Express and also private transportation. Both options are good. Although listening to the “mind the…
Pre or Post cruise options for popular European gateways
Pre or Post cruise options for popular European gateways Cruise Planning Tips for pre or post cruise options for popular European gateways in London, Paris, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Rome, and Venice. Popular cities to experience either before a cruise vacation or after are: London, Paris, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Rome, and Venice. Working with a travel expert that…
River cruising on the Rhine
The many castles and old fortifications on the slopes along Europe’s Rhine river provide evidence that this has been an important waterway for many centuries. A modern-day cruise on this mighty river is like a living history lesson, combined with the wonderful scenery and cultures of Europe. The Rhine originates high in the Swiss Alps,…