Where in the World is Cindi? - Spring 2026
Team updates, travel stories, and a look at what is coming up - including hosted Alaska cruises, Crystal Caribbean, and road trips around the Southeas...
April 5, 2026•5 min read
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The Ultimate Guide to Hiking Slovenia & Croatia: Julian Alps, Seven Lakes Valley & Plitvice Lakes
Discover why Slovenia's Julian Alps and Croatia's Plitvice Lakes have become Europe's most coveted hiking destinations. From hut-to-hut treks through ...
January 14, 2026•28 min read
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Star Clippers Adriatic Grand Voyage: From Athens to Dubrovnik
Journey from Athens to Dubrovnik aboard a Star Clippers tall ship. Discover Santorini, Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, Corfu, and Croatia’s walled citi...
September 16, 2025•5 min read
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Sailing the Northern Cyclades: A Star Clippers Greek Isles Voyage
Sail through the Northern Cyclades with Star Clippers and discover sacred islands, sun-drenched villages, and ancient wonders from the deck of an auth...
September 13, 2025•5 min read
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A Tall Ship Journey Through Italy’s Amalfi Coast & Sicily
Discover Italy’s Amalfi Coast and Sicily aboard Star Clippers’ Royal Clipper - where cliffside villages, volcanic eruptions, and hidden isles come...
September 7, 2025•4 min read
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Star Clippers Italy & Greece Cruises: Tall Ship Sailing in the Mediterranean
Step back into the golden age of sail with Star Clippers. Discover Italy and Greece aboard authentic tall ships, visiting Amalfi, Sicily, Santorini, a...
September 4, 2025•7 min read
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Luxury Wilderness Lodge in Belize: Escape Into Nature and Comfort
Discover the perfect fusion of adventure and luxury at a Belize wilderness lodge. Experience breathtaking nature, personalized service, and unforgetta...
June 23, 2025•3 min read
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VIP Perks at Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis & Luxury Collection Hotels
Book a Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis or Luxury Collection hotel with Awaken Travels and many of them add breakfast for two, a $100 hotel credit, an upgrade ...
June 6, 2025•2 min read
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DIY Traveler? Here’s How a Travel Advisor Can Still Help You Plan Smarter
Empower your DIY travel planning with expert support! Discover tailored services that enhance your adventure, save you time, and ensure you avoid cost...
May 12, 2025•5 min read
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Certified Small Boat Cruise Specialist with UnCruise Adventures
Discover the transformative power of small boat cruising with Cindi Sanden, our new Certified Small Boat Cruise Specialist. Experience intimate advent...
April 8, 2025•2 min read
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Tee Time Meets Travel: Sail the New England Coast with Golf Legends Larry Nelson & Bernard Gallacher
Sail the New England coast with golf legends Larry Nelson and Bernard Gallacher this fall. Experience luxury, personal stories, and unforgettable mome...
March 26, 2025•4 min read
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Weekly Travel News Roundup (March 22, 2025): Luxury Trains, Cruises & Travel Trends
Discover the latest in luxury travel: Rocky Mountaineer expands routes to Salt Lake City, while Sandals Resorts explores a potential $7 billion sale. ...
March 22, 2025•2 min read
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