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Notes, guides, and straight advice on the trips I plan most, train travel, river cruising, and ocean cruising. Pull up a chair.

Porto, Coimbra, and Lisbon by RailStart in the 'invincible' city of Porto for two nights before traveling south to riverside Coimbra and finally on to the lively capital of Lisbon.July 29, 2026 Top Tips For Your First Visit To PortugalThere are always things to see and do. Where should you begin? These are the top recommendations to visit this magnificent nation for the first time.July 29, 2026 Machu Picchu by RailAn experience you will never forget awaits you in this South American paradise on a tour. It includes Lima, Machu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Arequipa, andJuly 29, 2026 Entertaining Things To Do In Lima, PeruThe entertainment found within the city's borders surely is a treat for all tourists. Since there are no shortage of things to do and Lima may overwhelmJune 8, 2022 Golden Eagle Danube Express Balkan OdysseyFrom the Pearl of the Danube to the Eternal City via Transylvania, the Jewels of the Balkan region, and The Queen of the Adriatic Venice, this railJuly 29, 2026 Why You Should Travel To HungaryCulinary traditions are embedded deeply into Hungarian culture. The best example is a piping hot bowl of goulash, a hearty stew full of meat andJuly 29, 2026 Cologne And Copenhagen By TrainRide the rails from London to Cologne for an overnight stay on the Rhine side before catching the train to Copenhagen, the fairy tale Danish capitalJuly 29, 2026 Experiences You Shouldn’t Miss In CopenhagenWhile it is possible to discover a lot that Copenhagen has to offer in just a day or so, you won't want the time you have to spend there to be so fleeting.July 29, 2026 Pride Of AfricaArrive in Johannesburg and transfer to the 4-Star Courtyard Hotel Arcadia in Pretoria. Enjoy free time before meeting your group and Tour Manager. GetMay 5, 2022 5 Reasons to Add South Africa to Your Travel ListThe reasons to visit this vast and culturally diverse nation are seemingly endless, and that's why it makes it on so many bucket lists.July 29, 2026 Castles Of Transylvania – Golden Eagle Danube ExpressArrive in Istanbul where you will transfer to the iconic five-star Four Seasons Sultanahmet hotel for a one-night stay. This boutique hotel offers aJuly 29, 2026 6 Events Not To Miss In CappadociaWhether hiking on land or floating in the air, the views of Cappadocia are exhilarating.April 13, 2022
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