That’s what we said, and that’s what we did last week in Budapest. I hope you were following our social media pages and got to share in the adventure.

CruisesJoy CrutchfieldMarch 24, 2023River Cruises

Have you accomplished something recently?

We are two weeks into the new year and are off and running. Accomplishing new tasks each month in 2023 is my top goal!

Have you accomplished something recently that you had no idea you could do? "I can't to do that" plagues my mind a lot and it shouldn't.

Europe, CruisesJoslyn WhiteJanuary 13, 2023Christmas markets, Single Travel

My NCL Prima Review for 2022

Hi everyone,

I just returned from the inaugural cruise of the NCL Prima, and boy, it was something. It has been over a decade since I’ve been on anything other than a river cruise ship. The change in big ships is nothing short of spectacular.

CruisesJoy CrutchfieldNovember 4, 2022Ocean Cruises, Europe

European River Cruise Company Showcase

Dear friends,

Do you ever wonder how we know what we know about individual brands and destinations? The answer is simple, we go.

The American Society of Travel Advisors is an organization we are very proud to be members of. They have begun offering

CruisesJoy CrutchfieldOctober 28, 2022River Cruises, Europe

Continent Collectors

Last week we talked about a specific type of cruiser, a Port Collector. Did you know there are people among us that collect Continents? I know several. In fact, I’m a member of that club.

CruisesJoy CrutchfieldSeptember 16, 2022Africa, Alaska

Are You a Port Collector?

Did you know there’s a travel term for customers whose main purpose is to visit as many ports of call as possible? That’s right, they’re called Port Collectors.

CruisesJoy CrutchfieldSeptember 9, 2022Hawaii, Australia, Alaska, Caribbean

Life Onboard the American Empress

I don’t know about you, but I seldom experience a product that exceeds my expectations. I tend to enter any travel experience with a pretty realist idea of what is going to be delivered, and most of the time it is.

I thought I had reasonable expectations concerning my American Empress adventure on the Snake and Columbia rivers. I have to tell you, my expectations were. . .

CruisesJoy CrutchfieldSeptember 2, 2022USA

Let’s Talk Ocean Cruising

So when my friend Karen Ross, our NCL rep, asked me to go on the inaugural cruise of the NCL Prima it was a firm “not on your life, but thanks for the invitation”.

But then. . .

CruisesJoy CrutchfieldAugust 12, 2022Ocean Cruises

Cruisers Can be Chooser

Have you ever wondered about the hottest travel trend out there, River Cruising?

If you’re like me, when you see the initial price point you wonder what you’re going to get for that investment. Especially when you compare it to the cost of an ocean cruise.

CruisesJoy CrutchfieldFebruary 18, 2022River Cruises, Europe, North America

2021 Wine

How about a “Wine-Focused” River Cruise! One of my favorite experience ever; and not just because my Husband and I have a small Vineyard, and enjoy a glass of Wine; it is the opportunity to indulge in not only the River Cruise destination but to enjoy the Regional Wines, visit the local winery’s, participate in wine tastings and discussions “onboard”!

CruisesDoreen KyleJanuary 22, 2021wine, River Cruises

Exclusive Pricing on Select Avalon Waterways Cruises for 2021 and 2022

The Joy of Travel is proud to announce exclusive pricing on select Avalon Waterways cruises for 2021 and 2022 saving you thousands of dollars. You not only benefit from a free upgrade to a panoramic suite, but you also receive complimentary pre-paid gratuities. Here are the itineraries eligible for the special offers. . .

CruisesJoy CrutchfieldJanuary 14, 2021River Cruises