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Travel: Postcards From Jessica

…A More Intimate Affair Onboard A Floating Hotel

By Jessica Flores. Jessica Stamp My Passport:
has worked in the travel and My river cruise along the
tourism industry for well Danube River actually
over a decade. She holds began in Budapest,
both Bachelors and Master’s Hungary, but not until
Degrees in Hospitality & I had a few days in the
Tourism Management. As magnificent city of Prague.
owner of AWAY Travel in Boca This is one city that should
Raton, Jessica and staff bring be on everyone’s bucket
25 years of personal travel list. As one of the oldest
experience to an exclusive cities in Eastern Europe,
clientele looking for luxury it was spared the devastation of bombing during World lines offer bicycle adventures. I truly enjoyed my 20-mile
travel planning. Ready for your own journey to begin? War II. In this beautiful city you’ll marvel at colorful bicycle trip on an e-bike along the Danube River from
Visit: www.travelwithaway.com. Email me: Jessica@ baroque buildings, Gothic churches, and even a medieval Durnstein to Milk through picturesque little villages and
travelwithaway.com or call: (877) 493-AWAY. Astronomical Clock in its original form. local vineyards.
After traveling through the countryside of Czech But the best part of the day was throwing off my shoes,
To: Anyone Who’s Thinking Of Going On A Republic and Slovenia, I arrived in Budapest for a tour taking a shower and heading down to the dining room for
River Cruise of the city and boarded my ship that would eventually a great dinner, a couple of glasses of local Riesling, and
From: The Danube River pass Vienna and conclude in Amsterdam, Netherlands. retiring to my room for a well-deserved sleep on Egyptian
Let the fun begin! cotton 600-thread count sheets. Gute Nacht!
Pack Your Bags: As you know, I love cruising. Most of A Path Well Traveled: How can anyone explain the The other highlights of my river journey included
my cruises in the past have been on the ocean, but lately it’s beauty of river cruising? Well, let me give you a glimpse Christmas shopping in Nuremburg (even in May!), walking
been river cruising that seems to be gaining a lot of popularity. into my journey. Imagine opening your balcony window the ancient streets of Bamberg, and visiting the historic
I often have clients who have never been on a river cruise and from your cabin to feel a slight breeze, the mild scent of Anne Frank House in Amsterdam.
are sometimes hesitant when I recommend this option. Maybe river foliage, and the calming motion as your ship glides Wheels Down: I know they say there is no place
it’s because it seems less luxurious or less entertaining. But across wakeless waters. Endless colors bounce off the like home … but I have personally had plenty of home
that’s so far from the truth! building walls of charming medieval towns and villages. in recent years! When considering the health crisis we
First, river cruising is obviously on smaller ships. This is The sights are breathtaking. all experienced during the pandemic, the idea of a small
mainly due to the fact that rivers are affected by the rise and Your days will be busy. Once your riverboat is docked ship without crowds would seem to be just what the
fall of river water levels and these ships must be able to pass and tied off, you’ll step off the small gangplank into doctor ordered. And the best part is, you won’t need to
under low bridges. That limits capacity to only 100 to 175 adventures that unfold like a fantasy storybook. Your contemplate sea sickness!
passengers. The main thing to keep in mind is that you won’t choice of activities is endless, either by touring with private I have to admit that I didn’t regret choosing to travel in
find all the bells and whistles you would on an ocean ship. No guides or joining small group cruise excursions. luxury. Some river cruise lines – such as Uniworld, Tauck,
casino, no big Broadway shows, no huge gyms or spas, and I especially loved my private guided tour in Vienna Scenic and AmaWaterways – will definitely meet your
limited specialty restaurants. that started at the elegant Schonbrunn Palace and preceded expectations for upgraded accommodations, exceptional
But hear me out … that might not be so bad! through this historical city. Don’t miss the famous Spanish service, gourmet cuisine and amazing excursions. In
Imagine a more intimate, personalized experience onboard, Riding School to witness firsthand the graceful dancing of most cases a luxury river cruise will offer an all-inclusive
a crew that actually knows your name, charming little village the Lipizzaner horses. And if you’re hungry you have to program. I’ll say cheers to that!
port visits, cultural entertainment nightly, and foods locally try Weiner Schnitzel at the famous Figlmuller Restaurant. Wishing You Safe Travels,
sourced at the town markets. What a unique way to travel! When you are in need of some exercise most cruise Jessica

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