Never tried cruising? Now’s the time!

Never tried cruising? Now’s the time!

It turns out that the vast majority of people recently surveyed about vacations who have never been on a cruise — 94 percent — said they’d like to try cruising.

Taking the Kids — to Portugal

Taking the Kids — to Portugal

Portugal, it seems, is drawing more Americans and American families. It’s safe. It’s affordable and there is great food and wine, of course. And plenty of sunshine.

Salamanca Spain from CroisiEurope cruise

Salamanca Spain from CroisiEurope cruise

By Eileen Ogintz SALAMANCA, Spain — We are biking across an ancient Roman bridge – so old that it dates to the first century after Christ. Despite the chilly, wet weather families are out; kids on scooters, walking dogs. A footrace race is underway. Departing...