mfrancis

  • Re: Unfortunate mess up of Danube cruise

    This happened to us in 2018 on our first Tauck trip, Amsterdam to Budapest. An errant barge became stuck in the Danube; 90 vessels were stopped. We were docked in Straubing for a few days, bused to P…
  • Re: Itinerary changes

    I agree with Alan. Definitely plan ahead for what you want to see and check each site for opening hours/days. What I’ve discovered about tickets for the Eiffel Tower is that they’re released to the p…
  • Re: Euros

    Always use a real bank ATM for the best exchange rate. Quite often the ones in the airport aren’t affiliated with a bank.
  • Re: Non Disclosure of total costs- AWFUL!

    Tips are only included on river cruises; it’s not a change that they’re not included in land tours. I’m assuming your $24/day is for 2 people.
  • Re: River levels on the Seine

    We’re 90 minutes from RDU and use it more often than Wilmington. I like the direct flight to Heathrow as well, we’re American Airlines people. Quite often it’s significantly cheaper to overnight at L…