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Alaska Cruises 2022 with Holland America. (Timestamps below.) Travel experts Dick Knoll and and Tim Hersh of Cruise Holidays of Topeka join Ken to review Alaska cruises for 2022 and celebrate Holland America's 75 years of service to Alaska. Discover why Holland America is the cruise line of choice for Cruise Holidays of Topeka. Dick and Tim detail the various options for an Alaska cruise, and explain the difference between a cruise and a cruise tour. The duo offers valuable advice and cruise tips for cruisers looking for the entire Alaska experience including Denali National Park, Glacier Bay, the wildlife and the best times to experience Alaska. Cruise Holidays of Topeka specializes in escorted and group cruises. Tim relays the advantages of both, and Dick highlights two of their upcoming Alaska Escorted Group cruises.

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

2:10 Why is Alaska such a popular cruise destination?

2:56 Who sails to Alaska and why Holland America Line is Cruise Holiday of Topeka preferred

4:10 How long are Alaska cruises?

4:90 All about Denali

6:10 Cruise vs. cruise tour and why the latter is better

7:40 best times of the year for Alaska cruising

9:00 What clothes to pack for your Alaska cruise

10:18 What are the recommended sights & activities

11:00 Do cruisers return to Alaska or is it a one-time visit?

11:20 What can you expect in an escorted Alaska cruise group?

13:16 Cruise Holidays of Topeka Alaska groups for 2022

14:00 What to expect in service and safety

15:34 How to contact cruise Holidays of Topeka

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Website: https://landandseapros.com/

Group Cruises: https://landandseapros.com/special-offers/exclusive-escorted-travel-opportunities/

Larry Jackson of Cruise Holidays of Viera joins Ken live from the Celebrity Reflection for a review and tour of the Royal Suite. Discover what the perks are when choosing a suite for your next cruise. Beyond the services of a butler, Larry discusses the complimentary dining in Celebrity's specialty restaurants including access to two dining venues reserved for suite guest Luminae, and Blu. Larry details Celebrity Cruises "Always Included" pricing and the additional upgrades available. Ken and Larry discuss the new boarding process and Larry details the new app which makes boarding the ship painless. At the end of the video Larry previews their upcoming fundraising cruise for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

0:36 Introduction to Larry

1:20 Why book a Royal Suite

2:21 Pricing and Royal Suite amenities

4:35 Tour of a Royal Suite

6:42 Restaurants on Board & Dining

7:56 Specialty Restaurants for the Suites

9:12 Cruise experience

10:40 Michael's Lounge

11:12 Pre-boarding & boarding process changes

13:16 Upcoming escorted MOAACC cruise

13:35 Upcoming Tunnel to Towers fund raising cruise in May

14:50 Podcasts & contact info

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Cruise Holidays of Viera Website: https://justcruisinviera.com/

Moaacc Cruise: https://justcruisinviera.com/portfolio-items/16th-annual-moaacc-scholarship-cruise-escorted/

Tunnel to Towers Foundation: https://t2t.org

Real travel expert Judy Nickerson of Judy' Luxury Travel joins Ken to to review her recent river cruise on the Danube, a Balkan Odyssey, on the lower Danube plus two nights in Transylvania with Avalon Waterways. Judy reviews all the fascinating history that sets this river cruise apart from the other river cruises on the Danube and Rhine rivers of Europe. But is this river cruise for everyone? Judy share her thoughts and recommendations for first time and experienced river cruisers. Judy explains that this river cruise takes in four countries in Europe: Romania, Croatia, Bulgaria and Serbia, and provides valuable tips for those looking to take this river cruise. Learn what were Judy's favorite highlights of this river cruise and what would have made it even better. At the end of the show Judy details her next two adventures and invites viewers to join her.

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Royal Caribbean Insider Cruise News Ken interviews Anthony Meloro Director, Business Development Support & Host Travel Partner Relations at Royal Caribbean International. Anthony and Ken discuss the upcoming Royal Caribbean fleet deployments coming to a US port near you, including returning to the port of Los Angeles with the newly amplified Navigator of the Seas. The new ships we can expect in the future such as Odyssey of the Seas and Wonder of the Seas; when and where. Anthony and Ken's take on the differences between the Oasis class of ships and the Quantum Class which one is right for you. All of this plus a few of our favorite on board activities. One word Wow!

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Royal Caribbean Insider Cruise News Ken interviews Anthony Meloro Director, Business Development Support & Host Travel Partner Relations at Royal Caribbean International. Anthony and Ken discuss the upcoming Royal Caribbean fleet deployments coming to a US port near you, including returning to the port of Los Angeles with the newly amplified Navigator of the Seas. The new ships we can expect in the future such as Odyssey of the Seas and Wonder of the Seas; when and where. Anthony and Ken's take on the differences between the Oasis class of ships and the Quantum Class which one is right for you. All of this plus a few of our favorite on board activities. One word Wow!

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Cruising the Rhine River 2021 with Viking River Cruises. Rich and Linda join Ken to review their recent Rhine River cruises with Viking River Cruises. Come aboard the Viking Eir for a seven day river cruise from Basel to Amsterdam. Rich and Linda detail the voyage and must see destinations along the way such as the Rhine Gorge, Strasbourg and Kinderdijk. Rich and Linda offer valuable advice river cruise tips for gratuities, what to expect on board, whats included and the level of service to expect on a Viking River cruise. Check out their optional tour in Lucerne to Säntis for breathtaking views of the Alps.

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Contact: Cruise Holidays of Woodinville : [email protected]

Website: https://cruiseholidaystravel.com/

May this Christmas and holiday season warm your heart with hope, and light your world with love good tidings in the year to come. From all of us at Real Travel Experts have a very,

Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year

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Cruise Trends 2022 Outlook with Larry Jackson owner of Cruise Holidays of Viera. Larry joins Ken for a look at what we can expect in cruising with insights into 2022 and with the major cruise lines. Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and more. Is covid in the rear view mirror for 2022? Probably. Larry details the challenges and how the cruise lines have adapted to this ever-changing situation. Is this a good time to cruise? Absolutely, says Larry, and he details why. Are last minute cruise deals a thing of the past? Check out the good news trend on cruise deals. Larry also sets viewers' minds at ease with regard to the financial stability of the cruise lines. All of this plus a look at new cruise options for Port Canaveral and some interesting upcoming cruises with Larry and Lynda.

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Cruise Holidays of Viera Website: https://justcruisinviera.com/

Silversea to Alaska: https://justcruisinviera.com/portfolio-items/escorted-alaska-cruise-with-silversea-2022-a-distinctive-voyage/

Oceania Cruises 2021 Reviewed. Travel expert Carol Patterson co owner of Cruise Holidays of Burlington joins Ken to review Oceania Cruises. Carol details the unique niche that Oceania holds in the industry; upper premium luxury. Learn about the onboard experience with Oceania, the three classes of ships they deploy, and "Olife Choice" Oceania Cruises answer to all inclusive cruising. Carol provides her recommendation for traveling with children and what to expect onboard. Also in the episode Ken and Carol discuss the upcoming launch of Oceania's newest ship and class the "Vista" due to set sail in 2023 and open for bookings now. At the end of the episode Carol provides valuable advice for cruisers looking for the best time to book with Oceania and what to do if you are looking to book and sail in 2022.

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Cruise Holidays Select Website:​ https://compasscruises.ca/

Real Travel Expert's host Ken fields questions from viewers and listeners with calls on expert travel agents to answer the questions of the week.

Learn about the best time of year to take a river cruise. Did you know your river cruise could be interrupted by hi or low water levels? Travel expert Carol Patterson fills Ken in on all things river cruise related. Time Stamp :39

What's the deal with tipping on a cruise line these days? And what if I want to reward that extra special crew member that made my cruise vacation memorable? Travel Expert Ann-Marie Gaudet tells us how she handles tipping for great service and what to do for the not so great service. Time Stamp: 3:40

Did you know travel is back on in Europe? How many hoops do you have to jump through to go? Travel expert Beth Schulberg has all the details plus great common sense advice. Time Stamp 6:39

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