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Smart travelers can get better river cruise pricing without sacrificing luxury or comfort by booking early-reserved group space or partial-charter staterooms. These are not leftover cabins; they are often desirable staterooms secured well in advance, with the same ship, service, dining, and excursions.
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Professor Stephen C. Solosky’s new Normandy travel guide helps visitors prepare for the D-Day beaches with practical planning advice, meaningful site context, cemetery guidance, restaurant recommendations, accommodations, and suggested 1-, 2-, and 3-day itineraries.
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Travelers often book Peru to see Machu Picchu, but many return home saying the Amazon was the highlight. Discover luxury accommodations, two nights at Machu Picchu, incredible wildlife, and the unforgettable experiences that make this Peru tour unique.
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Small group river cruises offer a comfortable, personal way to explore Europe with less stress, fewer crowds, and more meaningful experiences. Discover Danube, Christmas Markets, Paris, and Normandy cruise options designed for active adults and solo travelers.
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Spend a long weekend in Bayeux, France with tips on the cathedral, old town, restaurants, hotels, Mont Saint-Michel shuttle, and guided tours to the Normandy Invasion Beaches.
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This Memorial Day weekend, as America marks its 250th anniversary year, we are taking a brief break from our usual travel posts for a special remembrance. This story was inspired by my visits to the Normandy Invasion Beaches and to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery — two places where silence often says more than words. Both remind us that history is not only found in books or museums. It is found in the ground beneath our feet, in the names we know, and in the na...
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Here is an expert’s strategy for visiting the Louvre with a surprising twist: skip the Mona Lisa — and yes, we say that with a smile. Follow a smarter route through the museum’s masterpieces and let the visit build to its unforgettable conclusion.
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Learn what an AmaWaterways Certified Advisor is, how advisors qualify, and why booking your river cruise with The Traveling Professor adds value and confidence.
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Bulkhead seats look tempting on airline seat maps, but The Traveling Professor explains why this popular “upgrade” may not be worth the extra cost.
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An honest Traveling Professor guide to the best and worst places to visit in Europe, featuring overrated tourist traps and unforgettable gems in Ireland, Italy, Norway, and Paris.
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Who Writes the Small Group Tour Blog?

Professor Steve Solosky, The Traveling Professor, is the founder of Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor, operating since 2009. A former college professor and author of The Traveling Professor’s Guide to Paris, Steve has planned and led small group tours throughout Europe, Canada, South America, and beyond. His travel expertise has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, WCBS Radio, and The New York Times Travel Show.

Each article is written or reviewed from the perspective of a working tour operator who plans real itineraries, works with local guides and hotels, and helps travelers prepare for successful small group trips.

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