Author Archive for Scott Anderson

Scott is one of the most well-travelled people, having visited more than 70 countries and counting. He has worked in the cruise industry since he was 19 years old, beginning as a cruise ship photographer and duty free shop manager, and knows more than most how enjoyable cruising can be.

Destination profile: Livorno, Italy

Destination profile: Livorno, Italy

By on Jan 08, 2020 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Italy, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Livorno is a typical harbour town, complete with fresher-than-fresh seafood and a lively fishing heritage. However, as Tuscany’s second-largest city, it often faces unfair comparisons to the region’s rural ideal. But, look beyond its busy port to a charmingly worn old town interspersed with canals and fringed by a Belle Époque waterfront and pebbly beaches.
River ship review: the SS Joie de Vivre

River ship review: the SS Joie de Vivre

By on Jan 04, 2020 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Featured, Speciality Travel
The SS Joie de Vivre, Uniworld’s latest offering, is the first super ship built at 125 metres, as opposed to the standard 135. As such, it’s able to slip through France’s winding channels to dock at moorings that are simply too small for other ships. It can even get right into the heart of Paris
Top 10 attractions in Puerto Rico

Top 10 attractions in Puerto Rico

By on Nov 14, 2019 in Attractions, Caribbean, Going Out, Puerto Rico, Regions
Puerto Rico doesn’t just have fantastic style – this gem of a Caribbean island has heart and soul, and a rhythm that is irresistible. It’s a land steeped in Spanish history and heritage, finding its feet in its American present and still very much managing to maintain a distinctly Puerto Rican spirit. With surprising experiences
Destination profile: Vancouver

Destination profile: Vancouver

By on Oct 10, 2019 in Alaska, Canada, Cruises & Boat Travel, North America, Rail Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
Consistently found topping lists of the world’s most liveable cities, Vancouver’s charms are myriad. Wedged between sea and mountains, its natural setting rivals the likes of Rio and Cape Town while its creative enthusiasm sites it firmly on North America’s West Coast. Taste your way through artisan cafés and craft breweries, marvel at world-class art
Discover the Baltic cities

Discover the Baltic cities

By on Sep 10, 2019 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Estonia, Europe, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Regions, Russia, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
From Viking raiders setting out across its frigid waters, to medieval traders carrying goods between Hanseatic ports and epic clashes between Russian, German and British fleets, the Baltic has long been at the centre of Europe’s changing fortunes. Sandwiched between their former master, Russia, and the often-icy waters of the Baltic Sea, the countries of
6 of the best in New England

6 of the best in New England

By on Aug 11, 2019 in Canada, Connecticut, Cruises & Boat Travel, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, North America, Regions, Rhode Island, Speciality Travel, USA, Vermont
New England – that six-state huddle in America’s northeastern corner – retains all of the rural charm that first greeted the pioneers some 400 years ago. Dense forests carpet reaching peaks and ring shimmering lakes – scenery that’s particularly pretty in autumn’s bright reds and deep browns. It’s a region that wears its rich history
Highlights of cruising the French Riviera

Highlights of cruising the French Riviera

By on Jul 16, 2019 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Monaco, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
The Côte d’Azur; the French Riviera; the Blue Coast, however you term it, this spectacular region immediately evokes images of sublime rural beauty, charming towns and fine gastronomy. And it’s got the heritage to back it up. First marked as Europe’s premiere getaway by the British upper class in the late 1700s, the arrival of
Discover the Galapagos by catamaran

Discover the Galapagos by catamaran

By on Jun 11, 2019 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Ecuador, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
An archipelago some 1,000km west of the South American continent, the Galápagos Islands are the land that time forgot. Its unique landscape and fantastic range of wildlife inspired Charles Darwin and, today, great efforts are made to preserve its rich biodiversity. Of course, any trip to the islands isn’t complete without a visit to the
Top 10 things to do in Singapore

Top 10 things to do in Singapore

By on May 07, 2019 in Asia, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel
The Garden City. The food capital of Asia. The New York of the East. With names like these it’s no surprise that Singapore is one of the Far East’s most popular cruise destinations. Here are our top ten things to see and do in Asia’s Lion City. Singapore Flyer & Marina Bay Views across the
Top 5 ports to visit on the Danube

Top 5 ports to visit on the Danube

By on Apr 09, 2019 in Austria, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Germany, Hungary, Leisure Travel, Regions, Slovakia, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Travelling some 1,700 miles between Germany and Ukraine, Europe’s second-longest river links no fewer than ten countries, showcasing some of the Continent’s most impressive cities. But, alongside the great capitals of Austria, Hungary and Slovakia, there are plenty of lesser-visited gems on its storied banks. To help guide you, find my following selection of must
Highlights of the Greek Islands

Highlights of the Greek Islands

By on Mar 12, 2019 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Greece, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
There’s something undeniably romantic about hopping between the Greek islands. Marvelling at brilliant blue waters, relaxing on white-sand beaches and basking in the Mediterranean sun. But, this is also the land of the Greek gods. From the Olympic Stadium to Rhodes’ acropolis and the Minoan palace of Knossos, this is your chance to walk among
Why you should cruise around Japan

Why you should cruise around Japan

By on Feb 11, 2019 in Asia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Japan, Regions, Speciality Travel
From its ultra high-tech cities and world-beating food to its grand temples and bamboo forests, there really is no other country like Japan. Tuck into a steaming bowl of ramen at a station counter or watch a tea ceremony in an imperial castle, and you’ll see for yourself the wonderfully Japanese fascination with detail that
Top 10 things to do in Seattle

Top 10 things to do in Seattle

By on Jan 09, 2019 in Attractions, Going Out, North America, Regions, USA, Washington
Recently named among the top cities in the U.S. by readers of Condé Nast Traveler in their 2018 Readers Choice Awards, Seattle offers superb urban and outdoor experiences, and provides the perfect point of departure point for a luxury cruise holiday to Alaska. You’ll find many of the city’s top attractions located close to the
The top 10 alternative treasures of New York

The top 10 alternative treasures of New York

By on Dec 11, 2018 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Food and Drink, Going Out, New York, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, USA
While the likes of the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and the Museum of Modern Art rightly grab the headlines, it’s perhaps in the breaths between highlights that New York really comes to life. Here are our top recommendations for getting the most out of the city’s hidden – and not so hidden
Why you should cruise to Croatia

Why you should cruise to Croatia

By on Nov 09, 2018 in Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Speciality Travel
With entry to the EU in 2013, Croatia achieved a spectacular turnaround; the War of Independence devastated the country in the early 1990s and the subsequent breakup of Yugoslavia broke the country politically and economically. Over the ensuing years Croatia has repositioned itself and built a new identity around its natural and cultural heritage, marketing
Top 5 things to do in Rome before your cruise

Top 5 things to do in Rome before your cruise

By on Oct 09, 2018 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Going Out, Italy, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Rome is a popular embarkation port of call on many Mediterranean cruise itineraries, and thus lends itself beautifully for a few days stay before your cruise, allowing plenty of time to explore this historical city. Cruise ships dock at the port of Civittavechia, and it’s a swift 60 minute transfer into the heart of Rome.