306-373-9633

Jubilee Travel Blogs

Ports of Call You Can't Miss in the Eastern Mediterranean’s Newest Cruise Hub

08/10/2023
The Mediterranean is full of ancient maritime cultures, but some seaside countries are just recently becoming popular cruise destinations. One up-and-coming cruise hub in the eastern end of this historic sea offers the best of Mediterranean, modern European, and Middle Eastern cultures and lifestyles. Not to mention the spiritual attractions of the home of Jewish, Christian and Islamic faiths. 
 
And the...

Can’t-Miss Events this Fall that Celebrate Celestial Wonders

08/10/2023
What’s the fastest-disappearing natural phenomenon? Dark skies. As cities expand, the night skies are flooded with light, dimming our views of the complex, mystical wonders of the heavens that inspired our ancestors. 
 
We are still fascinated by the night skies, and many of us take time on vacation to spend our evenings outdoors gazing up into the darkness and its mysteries. 
 
Luckily,...

Tips for Visiting a Japanese Hot Spring

08/10/2023 in Japan
Japan is famous for its volcanic peaks, which also hint at a national treasure underground: geothermally-heated mineral spring waters. For longer than records have been kept, Japanese have been bathing in natural, hot spring-fed ‘onsen’ to benefit from their restorative and healing powers. 
 
For travelers to Japan, a visit to an onsen is an essential cultural and wellness experience, but, like...

The First Caribbean Resort to Get an Ocean Pool

08/10/2023
Why choose between a dip in the sea and basking in a resort pool? The Caribbean now has its first resort ocean pool that lets you do both at once. 
 
Tapping into saltwater sources for swimming pools is not exactly new. Over a hundred years ago, seaside communities, especially in Australia and also Europe, started tapping into the ocean to provide...

Now You Can Cruise on the Tennessee River

07/27/2023
Those who love – or would like to try – river cruising close to home can rejoice: there’s a new river to sail on.  In the summer of 2023, American Cruise Lines launched a new river route that explores the charming towns of America’s Tennessee Valley. 
 
The cruise line, which operates a 17-vessel fleet of river and small ships, has dedicated three...

Explore Egypt from These 3 Four Seasons Hotels

07/27/2023
History, culture, the romance of travel and 21st century diversity all await you in the ancient destination of Egypt – home to the only remaining entry on the list of the original Seven Wonders of the World, not to mention other archaeological and architectural marvels, markets and local cuisine and lifestyle. 
 
And you can explore Egypt’s antique wonders and modern life...

Where do Expedition Cruises Sail? And Where Will You be Able to Go Next?

07/27/2023
Many people have heard about luxury expedition cruises to the Antarctic. But there’s a whole world of expedition cruising out there you may never have heard of. 
 
Cruise/ travel journalist and expert Lynn Elmhirst sat down with ultra-luxury cruise line Seabourn’s director of expedition development Jen Martin to dispel the myth that expedition cruises only go to Antarctica. 
 
WATCH VIDEO ABOVE 
 
Jen is the...

Four Places You Can Try the Newest Tropical Resort Trend

07/27/2023
The latest craze at tropical resorts will really ‘float your boat.’ Swim up bars have become standard at many of your favorite resorts in the Caribbean and Mexico, and floating trays are the newest way to serve guests who love to hang out in the pool. 
 
Maybe one of the best things about floating trays is that, while swim-up bars are...


Michelin Stars to Ocean Shores: The New Hong Kong Hotels You Need on Your Radar

07/13/2023
While travel was closed, Hong Kong’s hoteliers kept building. When you travel to the dynamic city today, you’ll discover a whole slate of new hotels that have added to its reputation for having one of the most glamorous and diverse hospitality scenes in the world.
 
Ask us about a stay at one of the new hotels in skyscrapers with harbor views...