This January 2015, I added to my writing repertoire by doing a lecture on cruising. Out of my experience working at the NY area cruise terminals and my travel writing came my program, “Cruising: Making Waves & Sense”. It is geared toward novice cruisers and those seeking helpful hints for future cruises. It has been …
“Where should I sit?”: Every Amtrak traveler’s quest
Traveling by train is the most exciting experience anyone could have. Who needs to deal with being tied up in traffic jams every step of the journey? Who needs to find a road stop when someone in your party has to “go”? Who needs to juggle all of those rest stop refreshments in the car, …
Setting Sail By Rail: Your Amtrak Train and Ship Await!
Have you ever driven or flown to your cruise vacation before? The highways and airports are a mess. Driving and flying are sometimes not ideal ways of traveling to your cruise departure port. Cruises are supposed to be fun! From the many activities on board ship, to all the exciting shore excursions, it’s the perfect …
A Railroader’s Dream: Coast to Coast…and Back!
I have been on many train trips in the past. My Amtrak travels have taken me to and from many great places. I’ve traveled on the Empire Service to Niagara Falls on the old Turboliner. I have traveled aboard the Broadway Limited, the Northeast Regional service, the Metroliner, the San Diegan, the Acela Express, and …
The Kingston Years
I can never forget the four incredible years I had in college. I made plenty of friends, hung out with the girls every other day, and accidentally had a family of raccoons in my dorm watching 20/20. College was made up of four great years of fond memories. I made the Dean’s List for the …