In 1914, polar explorer Ernest Shackleton attempted to make the first land crossing of the Antarctic continent on his vessel, the aptly named, Endurance. The journey was recognized as the last epic feat in the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration. More than 100 years later, Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographics unveils the namesake and a new age of …
Category: Porthole Magazine
Feb 13
9 Reasons To Cruise To Easter Island
A Holy Grail among seasoned travelers, mysterious and mystical Easter Island is a speck of land of 63 square miles in the middle of the Pacific Ocean – one of the most isolated spots on the planet. And not only is it isolated, but also its waters are prone to big swells that make cruise …
Feb 12
Cruise Your Way to The Perfect Honeymoon Vacation
Newlyweds are some of the most adorable people you will see. As they head out to start their new lives together, many new couples celebrate their wedding with a honeymoon trip. Most of the time, the honeymoon is off to an exotic and exciting place, usually on the couple has never been to before and may not be back to again.
Feb 11
Why You Should Try a Windjammer Cruise
Do you like to cruise but not with the masses? Do you enjoy good food and great conversation? Are you looking to travel differently this year? If you answered yes, you should consider a Windjammer Cruise off the coast of Maine for your next vacation. Sailing on a historic tall ship is an extraordinary cruising …
Feb 08
Sailing Indonesia With Star Clippers
Cruising on a cruise ship holds the inherent promise of a dream come true, but sailing on a sailing vessel is an experience of sheer fantasy. Sailing under unfurled ivory sails stokes the imagination of any would-be sailor, and nowhere can you savor the experience better than in and around the exotic islands of Indonesia. …
Feb 08
Cruise Deal of the Week – February 8, 2019
There’s plenty of good cruise deals floating around the web, but not many of them actually make you say wow!
Feb 07
Island Style: Handmade Modernism
You can’t help but be enchanted by Jamaican ceramicist Victoria Silvera’s sea urchin collection. Delicate yet eye-catching and seamlessly combining function and form, the handmade tableware and decorative pieces are must-have souvenirs, whether you’re a serious art collector or simply an enthusiastic shopper. Silvera’s work is sold in select shops all over Jamaica and online. …
Feb 07
Your Guide to the Best Hawker Center Food in Singapore
When you’re in Singapore, it’s almost impossible to get by without eating at a hawker. Right now you’re probably asking yourself: what is a hawker? A hawker, sometimes referred to as a “hawker center,” is simply an open-air facility that houses dozens of small food stalls.
Feb 06
1 Millionth Passenger Cruises Through Port of New Orleans
More than a million cruise passengers grabbed their feather masks and loaded up on beignets for a cruise out of New Orleans in 2018, up 2.3% from the previous year. It’s the fifth straight year the Big Easy has topped a million cruise passengers and its estimated the yearly cruisers bring nearly $130 million to …
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