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Mary Graham

5 days ago2 min read

Top 5 Tips for Winter River Cruising

Winter river cruises can be magical as long as you prepare properly.

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Your Journey Starts Here: How I Help You Plan the Perfect Trip

Mary Graham

5 days ago2 min read

Your Journey Starts Here: How I Help You Plan the Perfect Trip

Step by step overview of planning your vacation with Trips by Mary.

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Special Offer: Kids Sail for Half Off on Disney Cruise Line

Mary Graham

Dec 181 min read

Special Offer: Kids Sail for Half Off on Disney Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line special offer.

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Mary Graham

Dec 171 min read

NEW Requirement for UK Travel

Quick guide to new rules for entering the UK in 2025.

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Explore France on a River Cruise: Why You Should Cruise the Rhône, Saône, Bordeaux region and Seine Rivers

Mary Graham

Dec 153 min read

Explore France on a River Cruise: Why You Should Cruise the Rhône, Saône, Bordeaux region and Seine Rivers

A Taste of France by River: The Rhône & Saône, Bordeaux’s Rivers, and the Seine

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Discover Europe’s Treasures: The Best Reasons to Cruise the Rhine, Danube, and Moselle Rivers

Mary Graham

Dec 133 min read

Discover Europe’s Treasures: The Best Reasons to Cruise the Rhine, Danube, and Moselle Rivers

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Travel With Me! Iconic Christmas Markets 2026 Now Booking!!

Mary Graham

Dec 123 min read

Travel With Me! Iconic Christmas Markets 2026 Now Booking!!

Did you read my series about my recent "Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps, Taste of Christmas Markets" cruise aboard AmaWaterways? I had a...

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Day 7: Basel, Switzerland – Crossing Borders and Stunning Scenery

Mary Graham

Dec 93 min read

Day 7: Basel, Switzerland – Crossing Borders and Stunning Scenery

Our river cruise concludes in Basel, Switzerland where three countries converge.

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Day 6: A Visit to Strasbourg on our magical Christmas Markets river cruise

Mary Graham

Dec 62 min read

Day 6: A Visit to Strasbourg on our magical Christmas Markets river cruise

A charming tour of Strasbourg, in the Alsace region of France.

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Day 5: Conquering Heidelberg and an Exclusive Gourmet Experience

maryugraham

Dec 53 min read

Day 5: Conquering Heidelberg and an Exclusive Gourmet Experience

As I woke up in Heidelberg this morning, the weather seemed to reflect the season—cold and brimming with the promise of winter rain or...

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Day 4: A Fairy Tale Journey Through the Rhine Gorge and the Magic of Rüdesheim

Mary Graham

Dec 53 min read

Day 4: A Fairy Tale Journey Through the Rhine Gorge and the Magic of Rüdesheim

Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps river cruise continues through the magical storybook vistas of the Rhine Gorge.

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Days 2 and 3 on the AmaMora: Exploring the Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

Mary Graham

Dec 43 min read

Days 2 and 3 on the AmaMora: Exploring the Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

Magical holiday river cruise continues with festive fun onboard the AmaMora ship.

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Day 1: Embarking on the AmaWaterways Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps Christmas Markets River Cruise

Mary Graham

Dec 33 min read

Day 1: Embarking on the AmaWaterways Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps Christmas Markets River Cruise

Embark on a magical river cruise with me aboard AmaWaterways!

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Mary Graham

Dec 22 min read

Christmas Markets Cruise Packing List

A handy packing list and guide for a magical Christmas Markets River Cruise in Europe.

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Discover the Magic of River Cruising with Children: Adventures by Disney & Tauck Bridges

Mary Graham

Aug 94 min read

Discover the Magic of River Cruising with Children: Adventures by Disney & Tauck Bridges

Think river cruises are just for senior citizens? Guess what! They are for families too!! Read more here:

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maryugraham

Aug 73 min read

Luxury Meets Adventure aboard Avalon

Avalon River Cruises offer a luxurious, personalized, and culturally immersive river cruising experience

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Is Travel Insurance Worth the Investment? Exploring the Importance of Coverage for Your Adventures

Kathleen McNamara

Aug 62 min read

Is Travel Insurance Worth the Investment? Exploring the Importance of Coverage for Your Adventures

Imagine you’ve invested a lot of money in a nice, relaxing vacation out of the country. You take time off of work, arrange for a pet...

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Exploring the Gems of the Danube: A River Cruise Overview

Kathleen McNamara

Jul 232 min read

Exploring the Gems of the Danube: A River Cruise Overview

An overview of Danube River cruise ports of call.

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Discover the Elegance of AmaWaterways River Cruises

maryugraham

Jun 192 min read

Discover the Elegance of AmaWaterways River Cruises

Learn all about AmaWaterways, one of the top river cruise lines.

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To Check or Not To Check: a Luggage Dilemma

maryugraham

Jun 123 min read

To Check or Not To Check: a Luggage Dilemma

Before packing for a flight, it’s important to decide whether you’re going to check a bag or bring a carry-on. There are pros and cons to...

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