Where there's a will, there's a way! This is one general, but powerful statement. After helping cruise lines reduce their consumption of single-use plastic onboard their ships, the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators proves that all it takes is a little effort from everyone in order to make things move. As a matter of fact, after surveying its members in 2018, the results show that almost all respondents have taken actions to reduce the consumption of single-use plastic.

Flying can be chaotic anytime of the year, but airports are especially busy during the winter season when many are keen on escaping the cold and jet setting off to warmer climates. Just thinking of the traffic, crowds and long lines at security can be enough to keep you bundled up at home, hoping to hibernate through the winter months. No matter the season, we believe in the importance of exotic travel to warm our spirits and keep the winter blues at bay!

As one's lifestyle and habits change with age, travelling can become more challenging as mobility reduces. MSC Cruises, with its new Accessible Tours Program, is making cruising easier and enjoyable for all and are currently available for travel in 20 destinations across the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. Safety and accessibility are the two focuses of these carefully crafted excursions. The cruise line has set a number of criteria that each excusion route must meet in order to fall under this category, including being wheelchair acessible.

As Christmases come and go and we grow with more memories and experiences, it seems time passes much more quickly. I hear this often from persons of my generation and beyond. For me, perhaps it is that this year has been a very busy one at Craig Travel.

With Christmas in a few days, Roslyn and I (along with our family and all of the staff at Craig Travel) wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May the season bring you peace, happiness, time with family and friends and may you enjoy a healthy 2020.