We are exploring the world of luxury cruising with expert Dana Freeman! She shares her journey, inspired by her grandmother's love of cruising, so you can understand what makes different cruise lines unique in the niche.

Learn about Galapagos with Ecoventura, Riverside Luxury Cruises, Seabourn and Emerald cruises, plus the intimate nature of small ship cruising for varied adventures. Dana shares luxurious experiences highlighting special culinary offerings, unique amenities, and adventurous excursions - from cooking with a Duchess in Sicily to a helicopter ride from a luxury yacht ship that pushed her comfort zone.

Follow Dana & read some of her articles here: 

• IG: @danahfreeman 
• Threads: @danahfreeman
•  Visit Dana's website for more of her amazing small ship cruise adventures
• Crystal Symphony Ship Review on Fodor’s
• Ponant Bougainville Ship Review on Fodor’s  
• Windstar Star Breeze Ship Review on Fodor’s 
• Seabourn Ovation Ship Review on Fodor’s
• Small Ship Big Thrills, including sections about Emerald Azzurra, Seabourn Ovation, & Ponant Bougainville
• Bon Voyage, Provence on a small ship during lavender time

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