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Patti Pietschmann
Los Angeles
I'm the LA Travel Diva and spend time cruising with first mate Richard, traveling the world, reviewing fine restaurants, going to plays, movies and events. It's the good life.
158 stories on Cruiseable
Editor review
Queen Mary 2: Brilliantly remastered to retain its classic elegance
Editor review
Ruby Princess: A wide assortment of standout features
Blog
The new Sun Princess to offer a bounty of ethnic cuisines
Editor review
Silver Muse: Silversea's next-level luxury ship
Blog
The ultimate destination for wellness at sea
Blog
Crystal Cruises returns with four glorious Grand Voyages
Blog
Princess's next-generation ship to debut in 2025
Article
What to get Mom for her birthday
Blog
Crystal returns under new owner with lots of dazzle
Blog
AmaWaterways adds two striking ships to riverboat fleet
Blog
Silversea unveils scintillating Grand Voyages for 2024-2025
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Want to upgrade your next Princess cruise?
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Fascinating facts about Holland America’s return to sailing
Blog
Silversea’s new Nova to feature dining venues for all tastes
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Princess’s premium package of perks
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Silversea reveals details of new ship’s Grand Voyage
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Crystal Cruises closes down Miami headquarters
Blog
Princess extends Book With Confidence
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Margaritaville takes its first ship to sea
News
20 tips to help you hack travel in 2022
Article
10 places in Canada to see gorgeous fall foliage
Article
10 restaurants for celebrity sightings in LA
Editor review
Paul Gauguin: Paint your South Pacific dream with the brush of luxury
Blog
One more hurdle before boarding that cruise ship