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Alaskan Dream Cruises Offers Wildlife Safaris and Expeditions

11/30/2017

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Alaskan Dream Cruises expeditions in Alaska
By John Roberts 

Expedition cruise line Alaskan Dream Cruises offers active adventures in one of the most raw and intriguing places in the world. 

To add to its lineup of awesome itineraries for 2018, the line has announced the addition of a five-night "Alaska's Spring Wilderness & Wildlife Safari" cruise in March and April. The Alaska native-owned, small-ship cruise line is also introducing two special departures of its seven-night "Alaska's Glacier Bay & Island Adventure" to will sail round-trip from Juneau. 

Alaskan Dream Cruises touts its motto as "True Alaska with True Alaskans," and the line says it will be sharing one of Southeast Alaska's best-kept secrets this spring on its "Alaska's Spring Wilderness & Wildlife Safari," sailing round-trip out from Sitka. As Pacific herring concentrate in Sitka Sound, humpback whales and eagles congregate around the wonder of the herring migration. Many residents prefer this season over any other time of year, because of crisp mornings, lengthening daylight hours and the flora and fauna springing to life. 

With five departures from mid-March through mid-April on the 10-passenger Misty Fjord, the five-night expedition provides cruisers with optimal wildlife viewing and photography opportunities in Sitka Sound. As with all Misty Fjord itineraries, routes are not strictly defined on this expedition. The captain and experienced, onboard naturalist choose the best activities based on each day's outlook and passenger interests. 

Highlights always include a chance for wildlife viewing and birdwatching. Expect to see humpback whales, sea otters, Steller sea lions and eagles. Kayak, paddleboard, and hiking excursions also are offer on these expeditions. You can visit rustic mineral pools at Goddard Hot Springs to soak in healing tubs and hike in spectacular forest areas or pay a visit to St. Lazaria Wildlife Refuge, an offshore volcanic island that is home to multiple seabird species. Travelers may be able to witness the spirited and competitive commercial herring fishery. 

Departures are scheduled for March 17, March 24, March 31, April 7 and April 14 for this intimate exploration of Sitka Sound. 

"We anxiously await the spring season every year. Residents know about the amazing wildlife, including humpback whales, that follow the herring migration during this time," said Alaskan Dream Cruises Senior Vice President Jamey Cagle. "We're thrilled to offer an itinerary that will immerse guests in a unique and exciting time here in Sitka that few Alaska travelers are able to experience."  

The two new sailings of the seven-night "Alaska's Glacier Bay & Island Adventure" will sail round-trip from Juneau, scheduled for June 22 and August 24. These departures give cruisers the chance to spend two days in Glacier Bay National Park with the opportunity for small-group hikes in the park. The round-trip departures out of Juneau also allow for more extensive exploration of Alaska's capital city before or after the cruise. 

Other highlights include opportunities to explore beautiful Sitka, the only community in Southeast Alaska that faces the open ocean waters of the Gulf of Alaska, as well as exploration of the Tracy Arm-Ford's Terror Wilderness, a place famous naturalist John Muir referred to as "a wild, unfinished Yosemite." This itinerary includes a feast of king crab, prime rib and Alaska salmon at an island lodge. 

Alaskan Dream Cruises offers a casual atmosphere on ships with capacities ranging from 10 to 74 passengers. The company was launched in 2011 by the Allen family, members of the Alaska Native Tlingit clan.
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5 Reasons a Paul Gauguin Cruise is Awesome for Active Couples

11/27/2017

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Colleen and I sailed in perhaps the most exotic place on earth with Paul Gauguin Cruises. French Polynesia was all we had imagined. It's romantic, with ideal weather and an outdoor lovers paradise. It was made even better because we were sailing on a small ship with the experts who have been there for years. Paul Gauguin has mastered this sailing voyage, and we can't wait to try it again some day.

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Seabourn Offers "Wellness Cruises" With Dr. Andrew Weil

11/21/2017

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Seabourn Odyssey cruise ship
Dr. Andrew Weil will host the "Origins of Wellness" cruise October 6 to October 20, 2018, on Seabourn Odyssey.
By John Roberts 

I think one good way to live well is to travel well. 

If you like your fitness and healthy lifestyle with a side of luxury, you're going to want to look into what Seabourn has to offer in the coming year. 

Seabourn, the ultra-luxury cruise line, is offering two 2018 "Wellness Cruises" with Dr. Andrew Weil. Bound for Alaska and Greece, each voyage features experts in the field of integrative medicine and Dr. Weil, a celebrated physician and best-selling author who has partnered with Seabourn to introduce "Spa & Wellness with Dr. Andrew Weil," an exclusive mindful-living program. 

"As wellness tourism continues to grow, we know it is on the minds of many travelers these days, especially our Seabourn guests," says Richard Meadows, president of Seabourn. "With the remarkable success of the Spa & Wellness with Dr. Andrew Weil program on our ships, we couldn't wait to have him onboard to create even more focused spa and wellness voyages to be enjoyed amid the remarkable destinations of Alaska and Greece. With the beauty and culture of these destinations as a backdrop, these wellness cruises reinforce our continuing focus on enhancing the lives of luxury travelers." 

Both itineraries will feature panel discussions, complimentary wellness seminars and interactive sessions led by Dr. Weil and his team, which also includes the onboard Mindful Living coach. A selection of optional, for-charge shore excursions will also be offered, taking the wellness mindset to enriching destinations ashore. 

"When you travel, exciting things happen to your mind, your body and your spirit. Your mind opens, your imagination and curiosity are aroused," Weil says. "I'm incredibly pleased to join some of my esteemed colleagues in the field of integrative medicine to offer this level of depth and enrichment onboard through an array of specially curated wellness options." 

The first dedicated Wellness Cruise will explore Alaska on the Wellness in the Wilderness with Dr. Weil sailing on Seabourn Sojourn, June 16 to 28, 2018. The program features more than 20 lectures and demonstrations focused on healthy living.  

A sampling of wellness topics: 

Healthy Aging -- Dr. Weil talks about strategies to reduce the risk and delay the onset of age-related disease. Other programs presented by Dr. Weil include Fish, Wellness & the Environment; panel discussions including Getting the Most Out of Integrative Therapies; Worried You're Overmedicated? Questions to Ask Your Doctor; and Vitamins and Supplements; as well as a cooking demonstration. 

Heart to Heart -- Preventive cardiologist Steve Devries, executive director of the Gables Institute for Integrative Cardiology, leads discussions and a session on using nutrition to boost heart function. 

Vibrantly Healthy Women -- Victoria Maizes, an internationally recognized leader in integrative medicine and a professor of medicine, Family Medicine and Public Health at the University of Arizona, presents Nourishing Your Health by Living Green and examines everything from cutting-edge nutritional advances to the neuroscience of happiness. 

Guided imagery pioneer Belleruth Naparstek will lead programs including Guided Imagery: The Lazy Man's (or Woman's) Meditation; Guided Imagery for Deep, Restorative Sleep; and Guided Imagery for Overcoming Anxiety. Naparstek is creator of the popular Health Journeys audio series featuring her and scores of gifted, handpicked guided imagery practitioners. 

Sanford Newmark, an expert in nutrition and its impact on childhood development, will examine several areas in his field including ADHD and stress levels in kids. A clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of California, Newmark will also lead discussions on the significance of nutrition, sleep, exercise and social activity in Raising Healthy Kids. 

Quick & Easy Wellness -- Jim Nicolai, an expert in combining conventional medicine with the intelligent use of complementary and alternative therapies, will reveal how easy it is to embrace wellness with presentations including Breathwalking for Wellness and Quick & Easy Herbs. 

On the Origins of Wellness with Dr. Weil cruise October 6 to 20, 2018, Dr. Weil will sail the region in the Mediterranean where integrative medicine is rooted. On the roundtrip itinerary from Athens, Seabourn Odyssey will explore the southern coast of Greece including Mykonos, Crete, Naxos, and Rhodes, as well as Syracuse, Italy; and Valletta, Malta. The onboard Wellness Cruise program includes more than 25 workshops and discussions from authorities on integrative medicine.  

Here is a sample: 

Origins of Healing with Dr. Weil is a fascinating look through the lens of integrative medicine that recognizes humans' innate healing power. Other topics led by Dr. Weil include Nutrition 101: The Mediterranean and Anti-Inflammatory Diets; Integrative Medicine: The Future of Health Care; and Healthy Aging. 

Harvesting the Natural Wisdom of the Body for Self-Healing -- Ann Marie Chiasson, co-director of the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, also leads topics like Energy Healing: Old Wives' Tale or Old Wives' Wisdom; Heart Center Meditation; and The Transformational Process. 

Vibrantly Healthy Women -- Victoria Maizes, an internationally recognized leader in integrative medicine and a professor of medicine, Family Medicine and Public Health at the University of Arizona, presents Nourishing Your Health by Living Green, and examines everything from cutting-edge nutritional advances to the neuroscience of happiness in Vitality -- How to Uncover More.   

While these trips represent special themed cruises, Seabourn is offering the resources and expertise on all its ships 

Seabourn cruisers can find Dr. Weil's integrative approach at Spa & Wellness with Dr. Andrew Weil, which will be available onboard every Seabourn ship by the end of 2017. Created via partnership between Seabourn and The Onboard Spa by Steiner, the program is led by an onboard Mindful Living coach, a certified yoga and meditation practitioner whose role is to inspire and educate passengers throughout the voyage. Complimentary Mind and Body seminars adapted from Dr. Weil's best-selling books and research are offered to educate on philosophies and practices aligned with the program's mission, while individualized one-on-one wellness sessions and other spa and wellness services are also available for a fee.
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