Last minute warm water sailings in Baja and Hawaii Larry Bleiberg, special for USA TODAY10:51a.m. EST January 2, 2013 If you're into photography or marine biology, or want to give your kids an intense nature experience, you might want to check out the new Un-Cruise theme trips. The small-ship cruise line has added special theme …

Professional Photo Tips for Travelers

We’re sharing veteran wildlife and nature photographer George Ritchey’s tips for getting the most out of your equipment and experience. With over 35 years of wildlife photography experience and credits including Robb Report, Atlanta Journal Constitution andBirmingham Magazine, Ritchey offers travelers tips on how to capture, preserve and enhance their memories while traveling. Equipment: I …

Special Baja California Photo Expedition

Lindblad Expeditions released a new Baja Mexico itinerary called Baja California Odyssey: San Ignacio Lagoon and the Sea of Cortez, a photo expedition that explores the Sea of Cortez, one of the best places for observing marine mammals in the world. This sails Jan. 11, 2012 from La Paz, Mexico for 11-days/10-nights aboard the 62-passenger …

Looking to Shoot? Try a Small Ship Photography Cruise

At this time of year, photographers are planning their photo shoots for the year. We at Sunstone Tours & Cruises would like to suggest a small ship photography cruise for 2011. Why? Small ship photography cruises offer unique benefits to a typical photo trip. Explore out-of-the-way locations, rich in wildlife, plant life and scenery. Travel …

Hawaii – Small ship cruise sails the islands

American Safari Cruises Introduces Exclusive and Inclusive Hawaiian Island Adventures for 2011 Action Packed Exploration in Maui, Moloka'i, Molokini, Lana'i and Hawaii SEATTLE, Oct. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- American Safari Cruises , best known for offering compelling yachting adventures in Alaska and Mexico's Baja, introduces "authentic Hawaii," fall 2011. Choose from the 7-night Hawaiian Seascapes and …

Alaska for Photographers

Photographers, listen up. If you’re looking for an Alaskan photographic adventure, Sunstone Tours & Cruises has the perfect experience for you. Alaska small ship cruises are one of the best ways to explore the grandeur of Alaska's majestic landscapes, flora and wildlife. The real benefit is the guidance and knowledge sharing from National Geographic and …

Kerrick James Alaska Feature in Outdoor Photographer

As mentioned in a previous post, photo cruises are one of the very best ways to see and photography the splendor of Alaska. America's Great White North is featured in the February issue of Outdoor Photographer, in which Kerrick James takes readers along on his Alaskan exploration using Pentax equipment. Kerrick James says "However you …

Why Photographers Love Small Ship Cruises

In the past, we've shared how small ship cruises are perfect for nature photographers, looking to get up-close and intimate with their subjects. Well, Lindblad Expeditions has just shared some of their favorite wildlife images from around the globe. We'll let the pictures speak for themselves. Visit Sunstone Tours & Cruises to view photographic opportunities …

World in Focus Photography Contest

Photographers, listen up! National Geographic Traveler Magazine and Photo District News present the "World in Focus" Photography Contest. The contest is open to both professionals and amateurs alike. Once you select which type of photographer you are, you can submit photos based on the following categories: Travel Portraits (People in their environment, celebrations, parades, and …

For Photographers, The World Is Your Classroom

Outdoor Photographer Magazine published an article in their June 2008 issue titled "The World is Your Classroom." The article calls out small ship cruising, and in particular, Lindblad Expeditions, for their photographic experiences. Here's an excerpt: "Lindblad Expeditions offers what they call Expeditions, or exotic photo trips, each with 60 to 150 participants sailing away …