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Was the Titanic a Cruise Ship? Unveiling the Distinctions The painstaking effort my husband put into assembling the intricate Titanic Lego model on my shelf piqued my curiosity. As a Travel Advisor specializing in cruises, I found myself pondering whether the Titanic could be deemed a cruise ship. Unmasking the Titanic's Identity At first glance, the Titanic's features might seem akin to those of a cruise ship. However, it's important to note that the Titanic was categorized as an ocean liner, rather than a cruise ship. The key distinction lies in their purposes: cruise ships stop at multiple ports for leisure, while ocean liners transport passengers between continents. The Titanic's primary function revolved around transatlantic voyages, expertly ferrying passengers from Europe to North America with efficiency and comfort. Unlike cruise ships that emphasize onboard experiences, the Titanic prioritized practical transportation. Despite its opulence and comfor...

  Celebrate National Senior Citizens Day: Honoring the Wisdom and Contributions of Our Elders In the words of Proclamation 6321—National Senior Citizens Day, 1991, by The American Presidency Project: "Often described as 'the autumn of life' or the rich twilight that follows the exuberance of youth, the senior years are now being redefined by countless American seniors. Far from fading into the background, these remarkable individuals are illuminating their communities like beacons of light. Through volunteer efforts, acts of kindness, sharing their wealth of experience in the workforce, and nurturing their families with love and wisdom, senior citizens across the nation are showcasing the boundless opportunities and rewards that come with this phase of life." According to the 2017 census, the United States is home to 47 million senior citizens, a number set to nearly double by 2060. Their reservoir of knowledge, skills, and life experiences offers invaluable insig...

  In addition to crushing crowds, summer 2023 in Europe has been marked by another significant challenge—the increasingly unbearable temperatures. Throughout Southern Europe, a multi-week heat wave smashed records in July. From Spain to Turkey and the Mediterranean Sea, temperatures soared, reaching 109 degrees in Rome, Italy on July 18 and 113.5 degrees on the very same day in the Catalonia region of northeast Spain,  according to Weather Underground. 
 These sorts of record temperatures are not only likely here to stay, but may well grow worse as countries around the world continue to fall significantly short of targets to address global warming. Amid this backdrop, Intrepid Travel CEO James Thornton is predicting that in the coming years, travel to Southern Europe during peak summer season will simply be a no-go. “In five to 10 years, I think it will prove challenging to travel around southern Europe during July and August,” Thornton recently  told the publica...