Planning a Mediterranean cruise? Discover expert insights as we compare Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys & Celebrity Cruises to help you choose the perfect luxury or premium Med adventure. 🌊
Is the Mediterranean on your cruise bucket list for this year or next? In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk | Ask a Real Travel Expert, host Ken sits down with travel expert Christy Fitzharris of Wheels Up Travel & Cruise to compare three of the top cruise lines for exploring the Mediterranean: Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys, and Celebrity Cruises.
Christy shares why the Mediterranean remains one of the world’s most sought-after cruise destinations and highlights what sets each line apart. From Regent’s seamless all-inclusive luxury, to Explora Journeys’ family-friendly luxury concept, to Celebrity Cruises’ versatile multi-generational appeal with The Retreat, viewers will discover the unique experiences each cruise line offers.
We dive into itineraries that go beyond the classic Barcelona–Rome routes, touching ports in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, Greece, Turkey, and even Egypt with an overnight in Alexandria. You’ll learn about inclusions, cabin sizes, onboard experiences, pricing per night, and what travelers should consider when choosing between luxury and premium options.
Christy also offers pro tips for multi-generational families, insights into kids’ programs on luxury ships, and her personal highlights sailing with each line—including her daughter’s love of Celebrity’s kids’ club (even more than Disney’s!).
Whether you’re planning your first Mediterranean cruise or a return trip seeking new itineraries, this interview provides expert advice to help you find the perfect fit.
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Planning a Mediterranean cruise? Discover expert insights as we compare Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys & Celebrity Cruises to help you choose the perfect luxury or premium Med adventure. 🌊
Is the Mediterranean on your cruise bucket list for this year or next? In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk | Ask a Real Travel Expert, host Ken sits down with travel expert Christy Fitzharris of Wheels Up Travel & Cruise to compare three of the top cruise lines for exploring the Mediterranean: Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys, and Celebrity Cruises.
Christy shares why the Mediterranean remains one of the world’s most sought-after cruise destinations and highlights what sets each line apart. From Regent’s seamless all-inclusive luxury, to Explora Journeys’ family-friendly luxury concept, to Celebrity Cruises’ versatile multi-generational appeal with The Retreat, viewers will discover the unique experiences each cruise line offers.
We dive into itineraries that go beyond the classic Barcelona–Rome routes, touching ports in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, Greece, Turkey, and even Egypt with an overnight in Alexandria. You’ll learn about inclusions, cabin sizes, onboard experiences, pricing per night, and what travelers should consider when choosing between luxury and premium options.
Christy also offers pro tips for multi-generational families, insights into kids’ programs on luxury ships, and her personal highlights sailing with each line—including her daughter’s love of Celebrity’s kids’ club (even more than Disney’s!).
Whether you’re planning your first Mediterranean cruise or a return trip seeking new itineraries, this interview provides expert advice to help you find the perfect fit.
Experience the magic of spring in Holland with this in-depth Tulip Time River Cruise review featuring AmaWaterways and travel expert Christy Fitzharris.
Ready for tulip season in full bloom? 🌷 Join Ken of RTE-Travel Talk as he sits down with travel expert Christy Fitzharris, owner of Wheels Up Travel & Cruise, to explore her recent Tulip Time river cruise with AmaWaterways—a spectacular spring voyage she shared with her mom.
In this engaging and informative episode, Christy offers a full review of this 7-night roundtrip itinerary from Amsterdam, sailing through some of Europe’s most charming cities, including Kampen, Ghent, Rotterdam, and Antwerp, with a stunning finale at Keukenhof Gardens during peak tulip bloom.
You’ll learn:
The ideal time to sail during tulip season and why mid-to-late April hits the floral sweet spot 🌸
What it’s like sailing with AmaWaterways, including their award-winning cuisine, attentive crew, and elegant twin-balcony staterooms 🚢
Why this cruise is perfect for mother-daughter trips, multi-generational families, or special interest groups like crafters and knitters 🧶
Unique excursions like visiting a working tulip bulb field, city walking tours, and relaxing beer and food tastings
Tips on balcony vs. fixed-window cabins, what to pack for variable spring weather, and how to take advantage of active options like bike tours through Rotterdam and Antwerp 🚲
Onboard extras like heated pools, Easter egg hunts, chocolate bunnies, and top-deck games the whole family can enjoy
Christy also shares why a pre- or post-cruise stay in Amsterdam is a must—with bonus ideas like painting your own Delft tile, exploring Dutch history, and visiting world-famous museums.
Whether you’re a garden lover, first-time river cruiser, or just dreaming of spring in Europe, this episode is packed with firsthand advice, expert insights, and plenty of tulip-time inspiration.
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Planning a Mediterranean cruise? Discover expert insights as we compare Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys & Celebrity Cruises to help you choose the perfect luxury or premium Med adventure. 🌊
Is the Mediterranean on your cruise bucket list for this year or next? In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk | Ask a Real Travel Expert, host Ken sits down with travel expert Christy Fitzharris of Wheels Up Travel & Cruise to compare three of the top cruise lines for exploring the Mediterranean: Regent Seven Seas, Explora Journeys, and Celebrity Cruises.
Christy shares why the Mediterranean remains one of the world’s most sought-after cruise destinations and highlights what sets each line apart. From Regent’s seamless all-inclusive luxury, to Explora Journeys’ family-friendly luxury concept, to Celebrity Cruises’ versatile multi-generational appeal with The Retreat, viewers will discover the unique experiences each cruise line offers.
We dive into itineraries that go beyond the classic Barcelona–Rome routes, touching ports in Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Tunisia, Greece, Turkey, and even Egypt with an overnight in Alexandria. You’ll learn about inclusions, cabin sizes, onboard experiences, pricing per night, and what travelers should consider when choosing between luxury and premium options.
Christy also offers pro tips for multi-generational families, insights into kids’ programs on luxury ships, and her personal highlights sailing with each line—including her daughter’s love of Celebrity’s kids’ club (even more than Disney’s!).
Whether you’re planning your first Mediterranean cruise or a return trip seeking new itineraries, this interview provides expert advice to help you find the perfect fit.
