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

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