Author name: David Kriso

David Kriso has been a travel writer since August 2011. He is a contributing writer for both of his hometown's newspapers, The Gazette, and The Observer. His articles focus on cruise and railroad travel. David is also published online at ProwsEdge.com, a cruise magazine based in Vancouver, Canada and at Amtrak's story site, Whistlestop.Amtrak.com. David also writes for the publication Examiner.com. On Examiner.com, he writes about cruise and rail travel. David is a long-time train traveler, avid cruiser, and a Disney traveler since age 4.

Appreciating Amtrak passengers’ most cherished traditions

With the travel industry poised to make its post-Coronavirus comeback, it’s almost time for Amtrak passengers to return to the excitement. One can imagine all the traditions and activities that Amtrak passengers enjoy on a time and again basis. Whether traveling short or long distance, there are activities and traditions that are carried on from […]

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The travelers’ checklist for all occasions

Yes, the Coronavirus has spread dramatically across all fifty states. It’s unfortunate, however, a vaccine approaching around the corner is encouraging Americans to breathe a little easier. The cruise lines will soon be returning to service, Disney’s theme parks will soon be returning to normal, and Americans can finally ride on trains and airplanes without

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The neverending challenges of the cruise line check-in staff

With the cruising industry slowly returning to service after suspending sailings due to the Coronavirus, there is much anticipation about who will be sailing when. For months on end, millions of guests have been anxiously waiting for this moment. Guests are indeed excited to get back to sailing the high seas. The cruise terminal check-in

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All aboard for the top 5 Amtrak-accessible port cities

November 1st, the cruise lines are expected to resume service in the United States. As the United States continues to rebound from the Coronavirus pandemic, the travel industry is among many industries that must resume normalcy. Amtrak too cannot wait to resume its normal schedule. As Amtrak hopes to resume its daily service both intercity

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Amtrak setting the standard against Coronavirus

As scientists continue to push forward towards getting the much awaited vaccine for Coronavirus, there’s additional news to smile about. Amtrak travelers cannot be more happier to hear the news. Amtrak has announced that it is waiving all change and cancellation fees for reservations made by September 30th, 2020. As we all know, the travel

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Cruise lines introduce virtual muster drill

A cruise vacation is the most anticipated experience for anyone. Whether one has sailed twice, five times, or twenty times, sailing day is a momentous occasion. Before sailing, guests are instructed to attend the muster drill. All guests are required to attend the muster drill in accordance with International Maritime Law and the maritime safety

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Theme parks cautiously reopening in Coronavirus era

May’s finally here, and it’s finally that time to get things kicked off for the summer. At the expense of the Coronavirus, theme parks around the country had to hold off on opening until given the green light. With the country finally reopening for business and loosening restrictions, American families cannot wait to enjoy the

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