Planning a Mediterranean cruise? Discover expert insights as we compare Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys & Celebrity Cruises to help you choose the perfect luxury or premium Med adventure. 🌊
Is the Mediterranean on your cruise bucket list for this year or next? In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk | Ask a Real Travel Expert, host Ken sits down with travel expert Christy Fitzharris of Wheels Up Travel & Cruise to compare three of the top cruise lines for exploring the Mediterranean: Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys, and Celebrity Cruises.
Christy shares why the Mediterranean remains one of the world’s most sought-after cruise destinations and highlights what sets each line apart. From Regent’s seamless all-inclusive luxury, to Explora Journeys’ family-friendly luxury concept, to Celebrity Cruises’ versatile multi-generational appeal with The Retreat, viewers will discover the unique experiences each cruise line offers.
We dive into itineraries that go beyond the classic Barcelona–Rome routes, touching ports in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, Greece, Turkey, and even Egypt with an overnight in Alexandria. You’ll learn about inclusions, cabin sizes, onboard experiences, pricing per night, and what travelers should consider when choosing between luxury and premium options.
Christy also offers pro tips for multi-generational families, insights into kids’ programs on luxury ships, and her personal highlights sailing with each line—including her daughter’s love of Celebrity’s kids’ club (even more than Disney’s!).
Whether you’re planning your first Mediterranean cruise or a return trip seeking new itineraries, this interview provides expert advice to help you find the perfect fit.
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Planning a Mediterranean cruise? Discover expert insights as we compare Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys & Celebrity Cruises to help you choose the perfect luxury or premium Med adventure. 🌊
Is the Mediterranean on your cruise bucket list for this year or next? In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk | Ask a Real Travel Expert, host Ken sits down with travel expert Christy Fitzharris of Wheels Up Travel & Cruise to compare three of the top cruise lines for exploring the Mediterranean: Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys, and Celebrity Cruises.
Christy shares why the Mediterranean remains one of the world’s most sought-after cruise destinations and highlights what sets each line apart. From Regent’s seamless all-inclusive luxury, to Explora Journeys’ family-friendly luxury concept, to Celebrity Cruises’ versatile multi-generational appeal with The Retreat, viewers will discover the unique experiences each cruise line offers.
We dive into itineraries that go beyond the classic Barcelona–Rome routes, touching ports in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, Greece, Turkey, and even Egypt with an overnight in Alexandria. You’ll learn about inclusions, cabin sizes, onboard experiences, pricing per night, and what travelers should consider when choosing between luxury and premium options.
Christy also offers pro tips for multi-generational families, insights into kids’ programs on luxury ships, and her personal highlights sailing with each line—including her daughter’s love of Celebrity’s kids’ club (even more than Disney’s!).
Whether you’re planning your first Mediterranean cruise or a return trip seeking new itineraries, this interview provides expert advice to help you find the perfect fit.
Why Seabourn’s Small Ships Are the Best Way to See Alaska
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26 minutes 36 seconds
3 weeks ago
Why Seabourn’s Small Ships Are the Best Way to See Alaska
Experience Alaska like never before on Seabourn’s luxury small-ship cruise. From glaciers and whales to intimate service and world-class dining, Seabourn Quest offers the ultimate Inside Passage adventure. Join Ken with travel expert Barb Chamberlain and her daughter Stephanie as they share their 7-day journey from Vancouver to Juneau—packed with wildlife encounters, cultural ports, and insider tips for your next Alaska cruise. Perfect for anyone considering Seabourn, luxury cruising, or exploring Alaska in style.
Discover why a Seabourn Alaska cruise offers the ultimate way to explore glaciers, whales, and breathtaking scenery—luxury small-ship style with personalized service and unforgettable adventures.
Alaska is on so many travelers’ bucket lists—but what makes experiencing it on a luxury small ship like Seabourn truly unforgettable? In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk | Ask a Real Travel Expert, Ken sits down with Barb Chamberlain of Direct Travel and her daughter Stephanie Lemmon to relive their spectacular 7-day Glaciers & Alaska Inside Passage sailing on the Seabourn Quest, from Vancouver to Juneau.
Barb and Steph share how Seabourn’s intimate, elegant atmosphere, personalized service, and expedition-style experiences create a completely different Alaska cruise than the large ships can offer. From kayaking and Zodiac adventures to up-close moments with whales, sea otters, eagles, and the Hubbard Glacier, this Seabourn Alaska itinerary was filled with once-in-a-lifetime encounters.
The conversation also covers:
The luxury of small-ship cruising: spacious suites, fine dining, and a relaxed “country-club casual” vibe that sets Seabourn apart from other Alaska cruise lines.
Memorable ports of call: Ketchikan’s Jellyfish Donuts and Creek Street, Sitka’s cultural treasures, Skagway’s White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, and Juneau’s float-plane adventure to the Taku Glacier Lodge.
Tips for Seabourn travelers: booking specialty dining and excursions early, packing for variable Alaska cruise weather, and making the most of Seabourn’s included extras (like expedition jackets).
The joy of mother-daughter cruising and creating lifelong memories together.
Whether you’re planning your first Alaska cruise or considering a return on a smaller, luxury line, this review highlights why many travelers rate Seabourn’s Alaska experience a perfect 10/10—a true blend of adventure and luxury
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Planning a Mediterranean cruise? Discover expert insights as we compare Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys & Celebrity Cruises to help you choose the perfect luxury or premium Med adventure. 🌊
Is the Mediterranean on your cruise bucket list for this year or next? In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk | Ask a Real Travel Expert, host Ken sits down with travel expert Christy Fitzharris of Wheels Up Travel & Cruise to compare three of the top cruise lines for exploring the Mediterranean: Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys, and Celebrity Cruises.
Christy shares why the Mediterranean remains one of the world’s most sought-after cruise destinations and highlights what sets each line apart. From Regent’s seamless all-inclusive luxury, to Explora Journeys’ family-friendly luxury concept, to Celebrity Cruises’ versatile multi-generational appeal with The Retreat, viewers will discover the unique experiences each cruise line offers.
We dive into itineraries that go beyond the classic Barcelona–Rome routes, touching ports in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, Greece, Turkey, and even Egypt with an overnight in Alexandria. You’ll learn about inclusions, cabin sizes, onboard experiences, pricing per night, and what travelers should consider when choosing between luxury and premium options.
Christy also offers pro tips for multi-generational families, insights into kids’ programs on luxury ships, and her personal highlights sailing with each line—including her daughter’s love of Celebrity’s kids’ club (even more than Disney’s!).
Whether you’re planning your first Mediterranean cruise or a return trip seeking new itineraries, this interview provides expert advice to help you find the perfect fit.
