…Peter Knego Grilled Chicken Breast With Baked Potatoes — one of the “Riverside Classics” choices. * Photo: Peter Knego Caramelized Apple Tart. Photo: Peter Knego During dinner, the Ravel had…
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…Photo: Peter Knego The spectacular exterior form of Chateau Castigno was designed by architect Lionel Jabot to resemble a wine bottle. * Photo: Peter Knego We were given a tour,…
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…Clipper’s soothing air conditioning. Author Peter Knego enjoying the coolness of the piano lounge. * Photo: Peter Knego Conquest Of Corsica on our Star Clipper Cruise After dinner, we were…
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…Peter Knego VIDEO: Below is a look at Peter‘s cabin, #111. https://youtube.com/shorts/12ediBA7JWM?feature=share The line also provides fresh water via a carafe that is filled daily by the cabin steward during…
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…fee). * Photo: Peter Knego The small gym has an elliptical, a stationary bike, a rowing machine and free weights. * Photo: Peter Knego This is also where the swim…
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…The Sea Cloud today, captured in the Ionian Sea in July of 2024. * Photo: Peter Knego RELATED: Peter reviews the 94-passenger Sea Cloud II, a replica of past grandeur….
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…* Photo: Peter Knego Midships Deck 6 has a sunning terrace and nice alcoves of seating for all guests aboard Viking Polaris. * Photo: Peter Knego The upper level of…
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…AMERICAN DUCHESS Deluxe Suite sitting area. * Photo: Peter Knego AMERICAN DUCHESS Deluxe Suite bedroom. * Photo: Peter Knego AMERICAN DUCHESS Deluxe Suite loo. * Photo: Peter Knego With much…
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…charming Riquewihr. CLICK here for Part 1 of his journey. All photos by and copyright Peter Knego 2016 unless otherwise noted. Monday, November 14, 2016 L’Orangerie in gold. * Photo:…
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Sea Cloud Videos by Peter Knego QuirkyCruise contributor Peter Knego has produced a pair of wonderful Sea Cloud videos that illustrate Sea Cloud’s rich history. The first video provides a…
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…Gota Canal Cruises‘ Diana, awaited. Welcome Aboard The MS Diana! Author Peter Knego and the 50-pax Diana. * Photo: Peter Knego Barely larger than a giant modern cruise ship’s tender,…
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…Pool. * Photo: Peter Knego Another shot of the pool deck. * Photo: Peter Knego Pool Deck (7) is laid out much like Sun Deck, but with the added pool…
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…with winches as they trim the sails. Sailors hauling the lines with winches. * Photo: Peter Knego The tidy lines secured on pegs. * Photo: Peter Knego You watch them…
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…garden burger paired with gratuitous and delicious sweet potato fries. A true Salad Nicoise, Viking style. * Photo: Peter Knego Impossible burger with sweet potato fries. * Photo: Peter Knego…
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…to Letchworth State Park, which is often called the “Grand Canyon of the East.” Peter & his partner Mike at the “Grand Canyon of the East.” * Selfie: Peter Knego…
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New Scenic Eclipse By Peter Knego. During a blast of social media posts covering the debut of Scenic Cruises’ six-star luxury expedition ship Scenic Eclipse, what stood out in my…
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…perfect day with guide Jesse. * Photo: Peter Knego On this rainy kayak outing at Waterfall Cove, we encountered a giant jellyfish and a zombie salmon. * Photo: Peter Knego…
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…Peter‘s Galapagos review, you’ll love Peter‘s review of his Lindblad Sea of Cortés expedition aboard National Geographic Venture. RELATED: Check out writer Peter Knego‘s awesome YouTube channel HERE, he’s got…
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Great Lakes Cruising By Peter Knego. After decades of cruising the seven seas and well over a dozen rivers, I was long overdue for a proper Great Lakes cruise. My…
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…are, you can never go wrong with layers! Peter all layered up in Baja! * Photo: Peter Knego After a beach landing, we transferred from the ship’s Zodiacs to locally…
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…frequently…” End of Part 2…. RELATED: Atlas Ocean Voyages’ World Navigator Maiden Voyage Part 1. by Peter Knego AND THIS: Peter‘s Part 3 of his World Navigator Maiden Voyage. AND…
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…Navigator. * Photo: By Peter Knego RELATED: Check out writer Peter Knego‘s awesome YouTube channel HERE, he’s got some great videos of ships of all kinds, but mostly historic, small…
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Lindblad Galapagos Expedition Cruising, Part 2 By Peter Knego Updated September 2025 The second day’s 6:30 wake up call would set the pace for the rest of the week. In…
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…in Part 2. RELATED: Part 2 of Peter’s review of Atlas Ocean Voyages’ World Navigator, AND THIS: Peter‘s Part 3 of his World Navigator Maiden Voyage. AND ALSO THIS: Peter‘s…
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…from their shells. “You eat them alive?” my friend and fellow QuirkyCruise contributor Peter Knego asked about the couteaux. “Of course,” Rudi said, his tone indicating dead clams are not…
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…more details!” SUBSCRIBE to Peter‘s awesome YouTube channel HERE. Links to Peter’s 2022 QuirkyCruise stories Peter Knego Shares his Star Clipper Cruise Review — Elegance on the French Riviera Viking’s…
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By John Roberts, with Peter Knego and Heidi Sarna I have cruised with Sea Cloud Cruises twice now. These trips in the past two years follow my first time on…
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…it was a private yacht called Sea Cloud. The Sea Cloud today, captured in the Ionian Sea in July of 2024. * Photo: Peter Knego Well, that crewmember was partially…
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…Peter Knego READ THE WHOLE REVIEW: Here’s Peter‘s full review of his Diana barge cruise. Barge Meanderer — 12/02/25 UPDATE Barge Meanderer was sold by its previous owners Susan and…
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…place inside the recently renovated chateau. The lovely Chateau de Pommard. * Photo: Peter Barnes A Chateau de Pommard wine barrel. * Photo: Peter Barnes Afterwards, we were free to…
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…Rhone in August, 2023 and Riverside Debussy debuted March 2024 on the Rhine. Writer Peter Knego sailed on the Ravel when she debuted — his review is HERE. Author Peter…
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…and magazines, though over the years she realized it was the small ones that really floated her boat. And so QuirkyCruise.com was born. Read more here. Peter Knego 1. My…
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Crew Members Removed From Victory’s Two Ships By Peter Knego QuirkyCruise Contributor and Ship Expert Peter Knego shares his commentary below, based on his extensive cruise experience and contacts within…
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…Knego‘s video of the legendary Sea Cloud. VIDEO: Have a look at Peter Knego‘s video of the new Sea Cloud Spirit. VIDEO: Peter also did a shorter preview video of…
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…was “shocking” for fellow QuirkyCruise contributor Peter Knego, cruise historian and journalist, whose YouTube channel is Peter Knego‘s MidShipCinema. “There was so much care in their conversions … This reads…
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…relishing the journey as well as the destination. * Photo: Heidi Sarna READ MORE: Here’s Peter Knego‘s review of his recent Alaska UnCruise aboard the 86-pax Wilderness Legacy. RELATED: Interested…
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Mediterranean Cruise Pre & Post Stays in Cannes & Rome By Christina Colon & Peter Barnes Few other destinations can conjure a sense of vacation opulence and romantic anticipation quite…
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…ply between Basel and Amsterdam. All of the major European river cruise lines offer Rhine cruises, including Uniworld, AmaWaterways, CroisiEurope, Viking and others. READ MORE: Peter Knego reviews a Croisi…
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…Lauderdale, Florida. This means the Hamburg, Germany-based company is reaching out to travelers in the Americas who would like to try an experience that regular QuirkyCruise contributor Peter Knego, journalist,…
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…Photo: Silversea Aurora Expeditions plans to restart Antarctica service on Greg Mortimer in January from Punta Arenas. RELATED: QuirkyCruise Contributor Peter Knego reviews the brand-new World Navigator on its maiden…
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…facilities to support a broad range of research. The labs were developed in consultation with University of Cambridge scientists. RELATED: Peter Knego reviews his expedition on Viking Polaris. RELATED: Anne…
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…feel at one with the water.” Scenic Eclipse II, here, will inspire changes on the earlier Scenic Eclipse. * Photo: Scenic Group RELATED: Peter Knego reviews his Scenic Eclipse adventure….
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…* Photo: Peter Knego The company grew and prospered, and in 1984 Schmitter purchased and renovated three boats to offer cruises with nights on board along the Rhine, Neckar, Moselle,…
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…parked on a city street. And do check out QuirkyCruise Contributor Peter Knego’s excellent video about the Keewatin on his YouTube channel: Peter Knego‘s MidShipCinema! VIDEO: In the meantime, below…
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…it was part of the AQV fleet). RELATED: Peter Knego reviews Victory I on the Great Lakes (back in 2019). RELATED: Ted Scull shares lots of details about the ports…
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…Peter Barnes When not in motion, the sports deck offered kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding, wind surfing and swimming right off the back of the ship. Lifejackets and towels were provided…
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…Best Barge Cruises in France & Europe Here Are Some Highlights of our Favorite Barge Cruise Reviews: REVIEW: Peter Knego reviews his week on the barge Athos. “To many, the…
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…Finally, land-cruise itineraries include a 12-night trip that includes cruising along the Nile River in Egypt. RELATED: Baja Adventures on Lindblad’s Nat Geo Venture. by Peter Knego. Sample Itineraries The…
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…family cruise from Gothenburg to Stockholm. RELATED: Here’s Peter Knego‘s review of his six-night cruise aboard the Diana from Stockholm to Gothenburg. When to Go? The itineraries only operate in…
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HEIDI SARNA
I'm up to 78 countries and 110+ cruises worldwide, and it's the small ship journeys that I love writing about most. And so QuirkyCruise.com was born, an excellent research tool for planning your own unforgettable small ship trip.
THEODORE W. SCULLI have traveled between all continents by sea and cruised along three dozen rivers. Ships and travel are in my blood, and so is writing. My journeys have translated into many books and many hundreds of articles.
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Uncommon Journeys In New York & Canada By Rail & River Boat By Peter Knego Uncommon Journeys, also known as Train Holidays, has been offering curated cruise tours for decades, often combining the best elements of land, sea and rail to provide a unique...
Canadian Empress 1000 Islands Cruise Review By Heidi Sarna One chilly afternoon, after spending some time alone up on the Sun Deck admiring the scenery of the 1000 Islands, I paused and peered through the lounge’s etched glass doors. I could see (and hear!) that just...
Costa Rica UnCruise Adventures By Heidi Sarna I had a chat with Captain Dan Blanchard, Owner & CEO of UnCruise, to ask him all about his upcoming new 7-night Costa Rica itineraries. Dan loves getting his feet wet (and ours!) in some of the most beautiful natural...
Viking & American Cruise Lines Mississippi Comparison By Aaron Saunders River cruises span nearly every corner of the globe. While the term often conjures images of European castles and storied capitals, North American travelers have an equally compelling option...
Viking Christmas Markets Cruise By Donna Heiderstadt I’m a big fan of the European capitals located along the Danube River — notably Budapest, Hungary; Vienna, Austria; and Bratislava, Slovakia — and I’ve visited them several times, always in spring or fall when...
America Cruise Lines Alaska Review By Tracey Teo A black bear at Alaska’s Tongass National Forest perched statue-like on a boulder overlooking Anan Creek, and I watched curiously through my binoculars to see what he would do next. I didn’t have to wait long. Suddenly,...
Antarctica Cruise Tips By John Roberts Today, there are more cruise lines and more ships offering exciting expeditions to Antarctica than ever. I’m talking about getting down to the peninsula and to the Antarctic continent for actual landings and other adventurous...
New Atlas Ocean Voyages Ship By Charles Kipps Given its reputation for polar expedition cruising, it seemed fitting that on the day Atlas Ocean Voyages chose to make a major announcement in New York City the temperature would be 13 degrees with a wind chill of seven....
New River Cruise Ships for 2026 & 2027 By Anne Kalosh River cruises are booming, and for good reason. They offer everything we at QuirkyCruise love about small-ship travel. They take you to the heart of destinations — European capitals or major wine regions, tiny...
Douro River Cruise Review By Heidi Sarna Joyfully wandering around hilly Porto, a colorful old city built on the steep banks of Portugal's Douro River where it meets the Atlantic Ocean, after flowing some 500 miles from north-central Spain, I was smitten by this...
Wilderness Legacy Cruise Ship Review By Peter Knego (Photo Above: The handsome Wilderness Legacy, shown at anchor near Le Conte Glacier, was built in 1984 as a replica Chesapeake Bay coastal steamer. * Credit: Peter Knego) After no less than a dozen Alaska cruises on...
