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Sep 14, 2026

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River or Ocean Cruises - 3 min read

Rediscovering Oceania Riviera

Rediscovering Oceania RivieraOne of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Travel Advisor with North South Travel is the opportunity to participate in regular ship inspections. These visits allow...

Hotels - 3 min read

Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel: Where Cariocas Retreat

Just beyond the vibrant pulse of Rio de Janeiro, Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel & Spa culminates as a Mediterranean-inspired retreat that has quietly defined Búzios luxury for decades. Perched above...

River or Ocean Cruises - 3 min read

Exploring the Seas with Explora Journeys

I had the privilege of sailing on the relatively new (launched 2021) Explora Journey I from the International Cruise port in San Pedro in April 2024. Our 6 night sailing...

River or Ocean Cruises - 1 min read

What is Wave Season?

Wave Season is a term that every avid traveler and cruising enthusiast should know. It is the term used to describe the peak booking period for cruising, occurring primarily in...

River or Ocean Cruises - 1 min read

Small Ship Cruising

Choosing between small ship sailing and larger vessels is difficult, but the advantages of small ships are hard to ignore. Small ships offer an intimate and personalized experience that larger...

River or Ocean Cruises - 2 min read

Ocean Cruising vs. River Cruising

When it comes to planning your next cruise holiday, the choice between river and ocean cruising can significantly impact your experience. Understanding the key differences between these two options is...

River or Ocean Cruises - 1 min read

Why Cruising?

Choosing a cruise holiday offers an unparalleled experience that simply cannot be matched by traditional land-based vacations. When you think about the convenience of unpacking just once while visiting multiple...

Luxury - 1 min read

Blue Lagoon Cruises - Spring Upgrade Promotion

Book any Blue Lagoon Cruise "Romance of the South Pacific" and receive a complimentary upgrade from Hibiscus Deck to Orchid Deck - Save up to $1940 CAD per couple!Book before...

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Burgundy & Provence River Cruise with Uniworld River Cruises

S.S. Catherine docked in Tain l'Hermitage by Valrhona Chocolate Factory and SchoolI enjoyed one night at the MGallery Hotel Carlton Lyon prior to escorting a small group of wine enthusiasts...

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Pole to Pole with Hurtigruten Cruises

Photo by Hans-Jurgen Mager on UnsplashYou could start the trip of a lifetime from right here in Vancouver on August 2nd, 2023! If you’ve got 94 days and approximately $75,000...

Golf - 2 min read

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island

The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island - Two nights felt like two weeks! I recently had the opportunity to visit the stunning Forbes 5* ranked Sanctuary Resort, a beach hotel located...

River or Ocean Cruises - 5 min read

Star Clippers

One of our preferred cruise line partners is Star Clippers, known for its stunning tall ships, and informal elegance. As Star Clippers is one of the preferred suppliers of Virtuoso,...

River or Ocean Cruises - 9 min read

Regent Seven Seas Explorer- 2 Night Teaser Experience!

I couldn’t believe my eyes when I received an invitation to go on the new Regent Seven Seas Explorer for a special 2 night travel trade sailing roundtrip from LA!...

River or Ocean Cruises - 4 min read

Top Reasons Multigenerational Families Should Book a Cruise

Planning a trip for you and your extended family? If you’re fortunate enough to have 2, 3, or more generations that all want to vacation together, cruising needs to be...

River or Ocean Cruises - 4 min read

Top 6 Alaska Cruise Questions

1) Where will I go? Alaska cruise itineraries typically sail through the Inside Passage – one of the most beautiful parts of its landscape that reaches along the southeast coast....

Awesome Travel Stuff - 5 min read

Cruise through these exciting, unique experiences!

Happy 'Plan a Cruise' Month, from North South Travel!The CLIA has released this very informative and unexpected list of exciting and adventurous activities (both onboard, and off!) of things to...

River or Ocean Cruises - 10 min read

Regent Seven Seas Explorer - Pre-Inaugural Cruise

I won the lotto – well kind of – I opened my email on the morning of February 26th and found an invitation from Regent Seven Seas cruises – to...

River or Ocean Cruises - 6 min read

The Best Family Friendly Cruises

Family vacations can be hectic, as finding a destination that is both child friendly and accommodating to your family’s unique needs is sometimes challenging. Continuously flying to visit new locations...

River or Ocean Cruises - 4 min read

Are You New to Cruising? See 10 Reasons Why Cruise Vacations are Fantastic!

The travel options are truly endless... there has never been a better time to try a cruise vacation! We often speak to clients who don't think a cruise is for...

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