USA

Crossing over to the American side, our first stop was Bar Harbor in Maine, a picturesque town on Mount Desert Island, along Frenchman Bay. It derives its name from the famous sandbar that connects Bar Island to mainland Maine at low tide. It is also the gateway to Acadia National Park, one of America’s most visited parks. We decided to do the “Best of Both Worlds” tour which encompassed a visit to Cadillac Mountain and Acadia National Park to enjoy the beautiful fall season

And so, our cruise, with Holland America Line, had officially started. Halfway through the queue to board the cruise ship, there was a gigantic city view backdrop installed in one corner for the passengers’ initial photo-op session. This was going to be one of the “official” cruise souvenir shots. Since this was our very first cruise, my husband and I posed and ordered a print-out. I realize now how smart the cruise line was for doing this because aside from alleviating the b

There is always a sense of romance associated with cruising. It conjures images of breathtaking sunsets, balmy moonlit nights, gently rolling waves, seagulls spiraling in the blue skies, idyllic islands, and exotic ports admired from a luxurious balcony suite, while enjoying a fancy dinner and sipping expensive champagne. No wonder, a number of newlyweds opt for a honeymoon cruise. It is the perfect romantic get-away where you could create magical moments with each other, awa