Exploring New Zealand and Greece
Posted On: December 10, 2019
Our globetrotting counsellors are on the move again, checking out the hottest new destinations on the planet
What’s your vacation style
Posted On: December 01, 2019
Give us your must-haves for that perfect vacation and we’ll recommend the resort that suits you best!
We are all ears for Disney cruises!
Posted On: November 30, 2019
Treating families to a good time is what Disney does best. And that brand promise really comes to life on the high seas
Mum’s the Word—The Best Cruises for Families
Posted On: November 01, 2019
With an estimated 1.5 million kids joining their parents aboard cruises, the major cruise lines have raised the bar on family-friendly offerings.
Cruise through Italy!
Posted On: October 23, 2019
Ocean and river cruises reveal a different side of Italy, our advisors say. Come aboard and discover some of their favorite Italian ports
Perfect Ports—Cruising to Curacao
Posted On: October 16, 2019
Bewitching and welcoming, Curacao beckons with its unspoiled amenities and uncrowded attractions. Our own Maritime Travel Advisor Deanne Chisholm, Port Hawkesbury, is just back
Ready, Set, Cruise!
Posted On: October 07, 2019
With our October Cruise Sale now on, Maritime Travel has savings, bonuses and extras to get you on board in style
Solo Travel 2.0
Posted On: August 20, 2019
Argentina, Italy or the Vietnam Express—our dauntless agents throw down real-life adventures for independent travelers like you
Romance 2.0
Posted On: August 13, 2019
Planning a wedding or honeymoon? You’re in expert hands with Maritime Travel! Our Destination Wedding specialists, many with first-hand familiarity, are helping hundreds of love birds have the best experience possible.
Come on Down to Nashville, Tennessee
It’s time to slip on your party shoes and head for the country charms of Nashville, Tennessee, says Norma Frost
Peru is ripe for exploration, says Maritime Travel Advisor Lisa MacIver
Exploring Canada’s True North
Kristy Taylor takes us on the ultimate Canadian expedition to the Yukon and Northwest Territories
Our advisors dish on their favorite family-friendly resorts
Deanne Chisholm guides us through the fabled Inside Passage, with pit stops in some of her favorite Alaskan ports
Inside the World of Transatlantic Cruising
Throw the jetlag overboard and enjoy the journey, says Maritime Travel cruise specialist Christiane DeGrasse
Joan Cochrane introduces us to the uncrowded delights of Portugal’s principal waterway
Fairytale landscapes and sizzling cities grace the riverbanks of the enchanting Elbe. Sabine Ouellette takes us on a cruise
New York and Las Vegas - Sizzling City Breaks
Sin City or the Big Apple—which will you enjoy more? It depends on who you ask, says big city connoisseur Laura MacDonald
Wellness Travel - All's Well
From educational and spiritual-themed river cruises to Balinese spa retreats and fitness adventures, travel companies offer a wide diversity of transformative journeys. Here’s Mel’s inside scoop on just three of them.
For your Backyard Bucket List - Rocky Mountaineer
Posted On: April 25, 2019
Exploring the Rockies by Rail is the ultimate journey of the senses says Liz Dionne from our Truro office
For Your Bucket List—Cruising the Panama Canal
Posted On: April 09, 2019
Our agents get up close and personal with the “Crossroads of the World”
Our Top Picks for Families: Eastern Caribbean Cruises
Posted On: April 04, 2019
The major cruise lines have lots in store for your crew—no matter what their ages
Romancing the Rhine
Posted On: March 28, 2019
Got a favourite river cruise itinerary? Here’s one of ours
The Call of Adventure
Posted On: March 14, 2019
Maritime Travel answers it...
Montego Bay—Jamaica’s Favourite Beach Town
Posted On: March 14, 2019
With the sun just starting to set on winter getaways to Jamaica, now’s the time to grab a last-minute deal!
Southern France by Land and Sea
Posted On: March 14, 2019
Our own Joan Cochrane leads the way
Set Sail for the Southern Caribbean
Posted On: February 19, 2019
Discover fascinating ports of call, unique island cultures, daytime adventures, sumptuous dining, and more fun times than you ever imagined.
Beach Nation—Why we love the D.R.
Posted On: February 19, 2019
Which part of the beach-fringed Dominican Republic will suit you best? Our agents have some suggestions
Croatia by land and Sea
Posted On: February 19, 2019
Perilously positioned between Central Europe and the Balkans, Croatia is a feast for the senses
Alaska from the Foredeck
Posted On: February 06, 2019
Danielle Guidry sets sails on two show-stopping itineraries, highlighting the best of Alaska’s Inside Passage...
Island-Hopping Cruises—our favorite itineraries
Posted On: February 06, 2019
There’s something undeniably appealing about the idea of sailing to multiple island-paradises, but only unpacking once, says Angie Taylor, Manager, McAllister Place
A River Less Travelled—the Mekong
Posted On: February 06, 2019
The timeless and unique cultures of Vietnam and Cambodia are united by a single river – the mighty Mekong. Come aboard with Mel Stewart and Avalon Waterways
Amazing Guided Getaways
Posted On: January 23, 2019
From Switzerland to Slovenia, Britain to Portugal, Europe offers up a cornucopia of historic cities and ancient waterways, culinary adventures and cultural experiences, all filled with European hospitality.
Romantic Escapes
Posted On: January 23, 2019
Whether you’re about to pop the question, tie the knot, embark on your honeymoon, mark an anniversary or renew your vows, nothing quite says I love you like a romantic, tropical retreat. Whether it’s on a Caribbean island gem, in steamy Mexico, or at a far-flung paradise in Tahiti, taking romance to the next level has become our specialty.
Rivers, Wine & Song
Posted On: January 23, 2019
With the increasing popularity of special-interest river cruising, wine-themed river cruises offer a new twist on a beloved classic. These increasingly popular epicurean itineraries are taking the market by storm, according to our counsellors, who have been boldly venturing forth to experience them first-hand.
Boutique Cruising From Inside Out
Posted On: January 03, 2019
Soothing massage moments on desk… Wine lists that are the envy of any top restaurant… Afternoon teas… Sumptuous spas… White-glove restaurant service… Decadent 5-star cuisine… Free shore excursions… An attentive staff at your beck and call… The list goes on.
Escorted Europe
Posted On: January 03, 2019
With Maritime Travel’s Worldwide Sale now on, it’s time to cross these escorted escapades off your wish list. Here are three of our favorite holidays so far.
Cuba's Playgrounds
Posted On: January 03, 2019
Silky white sands … apple-jade water… lush green vegetation … fun-focused all-inclusive resorts… Cuba’s Caribbean playgrounds share all these attributes and then some.
Mexico - Recommended
Posted On: November 09, 2018
Mexico’s diverse charms are as legendary as the pyramids that dot its lush landscape. Here’s why...
Exclusive Islands
Posted On: November 09, 2018
Choose from a tropical trio of hand-picked Caribbean retreats, each with its own private island
Christmas Cruising 101
Posted On: November 09, 2018
Sail through the Holidays with Maritime Travel
Winter Golf Escape
Posted On: November 09, 2018
Add a little all-inclusive luxury to your winter golf escape
Accessible Cruising—Just the Facts
Posted On: November 09, 2018
It’s all good news for mobility-impaired travelers, says quadriplegic travel agent Adam Short
Our Favorite Forays for Foodies
Posted On: October 29, 2018
Food and travel are inextricably linked. That’s because fully experiencing a destination means getting to know the local cuisine, according to our Maritime Travel counsellors.
Itching for Adventure
Posted On: October 29, 2018
If it’s on your bucket list, chances are our intrepid travel counsellors have already been there.
Beach Retreats— the best of the best
Posted On: October 15, 2018
There are so many matchless resorts on blissful beaches to choose from, it’s hard to make a short-list. But, disclaimers aside, here are just a few of our Maritime Travel favorites.
Cutting Loose in Las Vegas
Posted On: October 15, 2018
It’s time to slide into your party shoes and hit the Strip—the most famous boulevard in the world.
Family Getaways—Our Top Picks for your Gang
Posted On: October 10, 2018
From Mexico to Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and beyond, there’s a family resort with your name on it.
Hit the Beach on a Budget
Posted On: August 21, 2018
Your spouse wants to perfect his golf swing, your kids want to body surf in the ocean, and you just want to bliss on the beach and eat gourmet food. All for a budget friendly price. Here’s how.
River Cruising Revealed
Posted On: August 21, 2018
From the Rhine and the Rhone to the Mekong and the Yangtze, exotic river cruise vacations are the hottest trend in travel. Our counsellors weigh in.