Travel Tips Archives • Sterling Journeys

A Family Legacy Begins at Sea: Sharing the Magic of Crystal Cruises

July 16, 2024

During the ’90s, a performing artist and a seasoned hospitality professional stepped on board the Crystal Harmony as the Lead Singer and Hotel Director. Little did they know they would disembark with an indelible mark on their lives together. Lise-Marie & Dietmar have shared an inspiring journey of love and legacy with Crystal Cruises, a line that prides itself on its exceptional service, incomparable value, and leading culture of excellence

Reflecting on the Privilege of Able-Bodied Travel

January 12, 2023

My Eye-Opening Experience as a Temporarily Handicapped Traveler My family tells me I am comically resilient. There I was, frantically preparing for a dinner party on a sunny late-summer’s day in my Florida home. I am never one to resist an opportunity to wear heels, but after the tragedy that struck my ankle that evening, I will certainly not be thinking about shoes for a long time. As I made

From Resolutions to Evolutions

January 12, 2023

“…New Year, New me…” As the cliché often goes: New year, New me. It’s the age-old tale of the new years’ resolution: an often-self-improvement-related decision that hits its peak in February and dwindles in May. The idea of a fresh start is enticing, so we set idealistic goals that put us up against our old habits. Specifically, the concept of a “resolution” leads us to believe that 1) there is a

Quite the Comeback, it can be done!

April 7, 2021

I hope you are starting to feel the momentum build as we venture out a bit more. Thanks to more rapid testing and the vaccine distribution picking up speed, I am feeling more optimistic than I have in quite a while. Let me tell you why… I just returned from being on a riverboat for a cruise! Yes, I know that may sound shocking but believe it or not, they

Are you dreaming of a vacation Down-Under? Check out Tasmania

April 7, 2021

As an Aussie Specialist, I am obsessed with the range of climates, ecosystems, topography, and countless things to do in this incredible destination known as Australia, or “Aus” or “Oz”. In the next several weeks, I want to take you on a tour of this stunning country and share some of my favorite recommendations along the way. You’ve seen the stunning beaches, native wildlife, and beautiful outback, and guess what, they’re all

Come Dream With Me!

February 12, 2021

First Stop-Majestic South Africa I am so excited about this next piece of news! I have partnered with some of my FAVORITE suppliers to bring you a series of three destinations, VIRTUALLY, in a Travel and Wine tasting event! Yes, we will be traveling the world with the world’s most wonderful wines! If you have never been and wondered why people return again and again, please join us on Wednesday, March