cruise & land journeys blog
Welcome at Yvonnes blog yve@sea! Join me on an exhilarating journey of travel, where we explore both land and sea. Discover tips and tricks, as well as firsthand experiences, as we delve into captivating excursions and unforgettable cruises. Get ready to ignite your wanderlust. Let’s set sail together!
“Smell the sea and feel the sky,
let your soul spirit and fly”
Sir Van Morrison
freedom at sea
Who is writing this blog? About me
my latest blogs
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Setting sail: a guide to choosing a cruise line and ship for your first cruise
“Are you serious? Cruises are for old people!” That was my response when my husband first suggested we go on a cruise. I don’t remember how he convinced me, but it was a decision that changed the way we travelled forever. And ever since our first Caribbean cruise in April 2008 on Explorer of the…
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Cruising the Peruvian Amazon
“Cruising the amazon was an unforgettable experience. It was hot, humid and we’ve seen amazing wildlife. A once-in-a-lifetime-journey” in the jungle My first intention for travelling to Peru was to see Machu Picchu. But as my husband and I love cruises, the decision to add a jungle river cruise to our trip was even better.…
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Plan your own road trip & Example from Southern UK
Do you love touring on land but never dare to book your own independent route? Do you love cruising and want to stay longer before your cruise, but the cruise line offers either boring options in one place or too expensive high-end itineraries? Do it like me: be your own itinerary planner – it is…
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Be a traveller, not a tourist
Unlocking authentic experiences In today’s fast-paced world, the allure of travel is stronger than ever. We yearn to explore new horizons, immerse ourselves in different cultures, and create lasting memories. However, there is a stark contrast between being a mere tourist and just follow what others had planned. Becoming a “true” traveller means embracing authentic…
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Is It Worth Booking a Suite on a Cruise?
Exploring the Benefits and Considerations When it comes to accommodations, cruise lines often provide a range of options, from standard cabins to extravagant suites. In this blog post, I will delve into the question of whether booking a suite is worth it, based on personal experiences and insights from different cruise ships. The topics you’ll…
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Tips for planning cruise excursions from a pro
In theory, it’s simple: you book a cruise, and they give you lots of excursion options for each destination. However, if you don’t want to follow a lollipop sign or find the tours on offer too boring, you can always plan something yourself. I plan a lot of my own trips and excursions because I…
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The big five & wine tasting in South Africa
Cruise tours from Cape Town, Mossel Bay and Gqeberha (ex. Port Elizabeth) I have often thought about a cruise to South Africa. Last Christmas and New Year’s Eve, the time was right. We sailed on Norwegian Jade to several ports in South Africa and Namibia. It was a wonderful cruise, we have never seen so…
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Destination: Dubai
An Orient cruise is truly amazing: the feeling of “1001 nights”, the exotic food, the smell of frankincense and the call of the muezzin in the morning and evening. As I am always a little apprehensive about exploring new destinations, a cruise ship is the perfect way to start. However, there is nothing to be…
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Review: MSC World Europa
Orient cruise on MSC World Europa. The review is based on my own experience.
“nothing soothes the soul, like a day at sea…”
