Avid Travel With Britton Frost

This week were are joined by Wes Weiner who recently completed his first expedition cruise aboard Silver Cloud. Wes discusses the difference between classic and expedition cruising, and also compares his classic cruising experience on Silversea and Regent. Luxury Cruise Line Loyalty Programs: https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/05/cruise-line-loyalty-programs-101-crystal-seabourn-silversea-and-regent-seven-seas/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Avid Travel With Britton Frost we are looking at Europe's second longest river, the Danube. The Danube is one of the most popular rivers for first time cruisers, and for good reason. Join me as I give a quick overview of the river, itineraries, and cities along the way. Avalon's Danube itineraries: https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/07/avalon-waterways-danube-itineraries/ AmaWaterways' Danube itineraries: https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/07/amawaterways-danube-river-itineraries/ Scenic's Danube itineraries: https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/08/scenic-danube-itineraries/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we look at the Galapagos itineraries offered by Tauck. Tauck's Galapagos itineraries: https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/07/taucks-galapagos-itineraries/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I will be sharing my experience from my time aboard AmaMagna. Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we look at the Galapagos itineraries offered by Silversea and Lindblad Expeditions. Silversea's Galapagos itineraries: https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/04/silverseas-new-galapagos-ship-silver-origin/ Lindblad's Galapagos itineraries: https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/07/lindblad-expeditions-galapagos-itineraries/ Expedition cruising with Silversea in Antartica: https://soundcloud.com/brittonfrost/avid-travel-with-britton-2 Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Avid Travel With Britton Frost I am joined by AmaWaterways' President and Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner to hear what he has to say about low and high water and how it impacts river cruises. Podcast with Kristin Karst: https://soundcloud.com/brittonfrost/avid-travel-with-britton-5 German river levels chart: https://www.wetteronline.de/pegelstaende Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Avid Travel With Britton Frost I am joined by MSC Cruises' Ken Muskat. I have never had an opportunity to sail with MSC, so I figured I'd sit down with Ken to see what the cruise line has to offer. More on MSC's partnership with Martha Stewart: https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/04/msc-cruises-partners-with-martha-stewart/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Avid Travel With Britton Frost, I am coming at you live from the Danube joined by our cruise manager for this week, Maddy Caldaruse. Join Maddy and me as we sit by the river in Linz with one of our favorite cocktails, an Aperol Spritz, to hear more about her impressions of AmaMagna, working for AmaWaterways, sailing the Danube, and more. Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am joined by Elsa Nystrom, one of our readers. Elsa has written a few pieces for River Cruise Advisor and Avid Cruiser on insurance. One deals with using insurance brokers, and the other gives helpful information about using Medicare abroad. Elsa and I sat down to chat about her passion for travel, insurance, and trip cancelations due to low water. Read Elsa's articles here: https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/04/guest-post-clarifying-medicare-options-for-american-travelers/ https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/05/guest-post-clarifying-medicare-options-for-american-travelers-part-two/ https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/03/travel-insurance-broker/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now the only double-wide river cruise vessel sailing Europe, AmaMagna sets herself apart from other river cruise ships not only due to her size, but also her amenities. Join us as we discuss what makes AmaMagna unique, and why she will appeal to river and ocean cruise guests alike. Email us for more info on our 2020 Christmas Markets cruise aboard AmaMagna. Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week guest host Ralph Grizzle joins us to talk about his recent trip with Backroads aboard Ponant's Le Lyrial. Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am joined by the one and only Samantha Brown as she prepares for the christening for AmaMagna next month. Join us as we talk about river cruising, travel tips, and more. Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we hear from professional photographer Mike Louagie, who gives us tips on how to make our vacation photos better than average. Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we learn about a new river cruise product that is accessible for wheelchair bound passengers. Read more about the product here: https://www.accessibletravelnl.com/travel/Accessible-Cruise-on-the-Rhine Contact Accessible Travel Netherlands: info@accessibletravelnl.com Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, I looked to our readers for their best packing tips. Read my article about loyalty programs here: https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/05/what-to-pack-when-river-cruising-for-women/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we discuss the loyalty programs offered by Holland America Line, Celebrity Cruises, and Princess Cruises. Read my article about loyalty programs here: https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/05/cruise-line-loyalty-programs-part-two-premium-cruise-lines Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we discuss single supplements and solo travel - because sometimes traveling solo comes at a cost. Read my article about single supplements here: https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/05/single-supplements-for-solo-travelers-2019-update/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we discuss the loyalty programs offered by Crystal, Regent, Silversea, and Seabourn. Read my article about loyalty programs here: https://www.avidcruiser.com/2019/05/cruise-line-loyalty-programs-101-crystal-seabourn-silversea-and-regent-seven-seas/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I discuss my advice is booking a stateroom. Is a balcony really necessary? How do balconies vary across different ships and fleets? Photos of AmaMagna: https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/05/amamagna-first-photos-of-a-stunning-new-river-cruiser/ My podcast is based off this article by Ralph Grizzle: https://www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/2019/04/five-tips-for-choosing-your-stateroom/ Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am joined by Dan Blanchard from Uncruise Adventures to talk about what UnCruise does differently. Check out the latest Cruise News at www.avidcruiser.com/blog/ www.rivercruiseadvisor.com/blog/ Contact me: britton.frost@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.