Linda Brandt

Linda Brandt joined the team at CruiseExperts.com in November 2011. She has been working with the marketing team in many capacities. Her new role is to pass on the expertise of the agency to help travelers understand the world of cruising through blogging. She studied journalism and writing in college and was a writer for The Campus newspaper for two years at the College of the Sequoias. She is also currently working on her Bachelor's degree.

Where are the best Southern Caribbean beaches to visit while on a cruise?

When it comes to cruise vacations, taking a trip to the Southern Caribbean is definitely off of the beaten path. On these cruises, passengers will travel to smaller, less populated islands. If you want to spend some time sunbathing on sparsely-populated beaches, the Southern Caribbean is truly the place to visit.   Here are some Where are the best Southern Caribbean beaches to visit while on a cruise?

Great places to shop when in Juneau during your Alaska cruise

On many Alaskan cruises, one place that you’ll most likely spend some time is the state’s capital, Juneau. While this city may not be the largest you’ll ever see, it’s definitely bustling with activity during the summer months. The second you step off the ship there are dozens of places to shop and find interesting souvenirs. A little Great places to shop when in Juneau during your Alaska cruise

What are the benefits of joining a cruise line loyalty program? A review of Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and Princess (part 2 of 5)

Cruise lines offer great benefits for their loyal customers. You can get privileges like priority embarkation, tendering and disembarkation; a chance to meet the captain and officers; as well as invitations to exclusive cocktail parties and dinners. And if you’re a fan of freebies, then sign-up to get everything from free drinks to free cruises. Loyalty programs are always being upgraded What are the benefits of joining a cruise line loyalty program? A review of Norwegian, Royal Caribbean and Princess (part 2 of 5)

What are the benefits of joining a cruise line loyalty program? A review of Carnival, Celebrity and Holland America’s rewards (part 1 of 5)

ATTENTION: This blog was recently updated with new information in August 2019. Cruise lines want to reward their loyal customers for re-booking with them. As a loyal cruiser, you receive points (sometimes called credits) every time you cruise. The more points, the higher your standing on their tiered system. As you incur points, you’ll begin to What are the benefits of joining a cruise line loyalty program? A review of Carnival, Celebrity and Holland America’s rewards (part 1 of 5)

Cruise the Russian Waterways from Moscow to St. Petersburg, Russia

It’s easier than ever to see Russia these days by cruising along the Russian waterways. Uniworld, AmaWaterways and Viking each offer river cruises that allow you to explore the best of Russia and its amazing architecture. Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, AmaWaterways and Viking River Cruises all have perfectly planned 13-day itineraries sailing May through October. Itineraries start Cruise the Russian Waterways from Moscow to St. Petersburg, Russia

What’s it like to take a European river cruise on the Rhine and Moselle Rivers?

Traveling through Europe is easier than ever when you take a river cruise. Taking a European river cruise along the Rhine and Moselle Rivers on Avalon Waterways, allows you to to see Europe up close and personal, plus there’s no jumping from train to train and unpacking from hotel to hotel. Each night you’ll return to What’s it like to take a European river cruise on the Rhine and Moselle Rivers?

Enhance your Alaskan Cruise by Learning the Lingo

Alaska is a unique destination with its own unique terminology. If your planning an Alaskan Cruise, you’ll need to understand its special travel “lingo.” Here’s some terms to help you get started: Arctic Circle One of the five major circles of latitude that mark maps of the Earth. It is the parallel of latitude that runs 66° 33′ 44″ (or 66.5622°) north of the Equator This vast Enhance your Alaskan Cruise by Learning the Lingo