"As a first-time, solo traveler, I definitely had some pre-trip apprehension. It was totally unfounded—you may start the trip alone, but that’s the last time you’ll feel that way. Enter one, exit as a member of a lifelong family of dear friends. My intent in taking this trip solo was to get outside of my comfort zone and hopefully, meet some new, like-minded friends. I boarded the ship and immediately saw Gregg with the concierge. I introduced myself and extended my hand, Gre

It had been years since I have visited the stunning city of Florence, Italy and my wife, Anne, had never been. Anne was booked to sing on a cruise through the Italian Riviera and lucky me, she invited me to go along as her guest. Its was a pretty good gig for me! The itinerary included an overnight in Florence. What a perfect way for me to rediscover this city and for Anne to experience it for the first time. So we planned a mini vacation while on the cruise and decided to do