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Sailing the Greek Isles Aboard Star Flyer: Our Sporades Highlights Adventure
Arriving at Star Flyer There's something magical about Greece—the sparkling blue waters, charming villages, fascinating history, and incredible food. This summer, my friend Jeanne and I had the opportunity to experience it in a completely different way, sailing aboard Star Clippers' magnificent Star Flyer on the Sporades Highlights itinerary. Athens: The Perfect Beginning Our adventure began with an overnight stay at the Athens Gate Hotel, just steps from the Acropolis. We sp

Susan Van Blarcom-Young
Oct 163 min read


Norway, the Northern Lights & Timeless Luxury
The group in Tromso Formal Night onboard Queen Anne Our journey began with a refined pre-night in London at the elegant 100 Queen’s Gate Hotel , setting the tone for an extraordinary Northern European escape. From there, we boarded Cunard’s Queen Anne for a beautifully curated cruise through Norway and the Arctic Circle . In Ålesund , we explored the stunning Hjørundfjorden , where dramatic snow-capped mountains rise from calm, mirror-like waters—one of Norway’s most pristi

Susan Van Blarcom-Young
Dec 24, 20252 min read


Greece: Where History Meets Beauty
In 2023, I traveled to my top bucket list destination – Greece. It exceeded my expectations. We visited 3 locations on this trip -...

Susan Van Blarcom-Young
Sep 20, 20242 min read


The Rocky Mountaineer
Traveling by train is an exciting experience, especially when you’re traveling by the Rocky Mountaineer! Our journey began in Las Vegas...

Susan Van Blarcom-Young
Jun 26, 20231 min read


Incomparable Hawaii
When I planned our trip to Hawaii, I knew the weather would be perfect, the sights would be beautiful, and the waters would be blue. But...

Susan Van Blarcom-Young
May 29, 20232 min read


Southern Maine
Southern Coastal Maine is the essence of beauty. It's speckled with 65 lighthouses along a breathtaking ocean view. Portland offers lots...

Susan Van Blarcom-Young
May 29, 20231 min read


England and Scotland
In 2017, my husband and I attended our great niece’s December wedding which took place at Blenheim Palace in England. The palace was home...

Susan Van Blarcom-Young
May 29, 20232 min read


The Great Pacific Northwest
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Susan Van Blarcom-Young
Jan 3, 20231 min read
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