My trip to Tennessee
“If America had a soundtrack, it would be made in Tennessee. The roots of Blues, Rock n Roll and Gospel all originate here. From the world-famous BB King’s to the Loveless Cafe, I delve into the music, food and people that make Tennessee so iconic.”Jessica Soper March 2023 My… Read More...
Fourth of July – why all the fuss?
Theresa Wilson is Bon Voyage’s resident Yankee Doodle Dandy. Here she shares her perspective on the Fourth of July holiday…….. Happy Birthday, America! I’ve now lived in England for 25 years and have fully embraced my adopted country. But if there is one time I really… Read More...
Deep South Solo – a hosted Bon Voyage holiday for single travellers
Travelling solo is a growing trend but it doesn’t have to mean travelling alone. For those with a sense of their own adventure, Bon Voyage’s resident American, Theresa Wilson hosted a special one-off 11-night trip to America’s Deep South. “We took in the magical cities of Nashville, Memphis and New… Read More...
Six Women, Six States, Six Days
Led by our resident American, Theresa Wilson and Sales Manager, Joanna Still, the Bon Voyage Six set off on a 1,000-mile familiarisation trip. Individual members of the Bon Voyage sales team travel throughout the year to the US and Canada on visits organised by state and province tourist offices. … Read More...
Magic of the Mississippi – Cruising “Ol’ Man River”
Nick Dalton is a travel writer and expert in both cruises and American destinations. Following his recent journey on the American Queen he has kindly allowed Bon Voyage to feature his article that appeared in the Daily Express. I’m sitting on deck hypnotised by the relentless flow of the mighty Mississippi as the paddle steamer American Queen heads upstream. The river must be a mile wide, its banks thick with forest and the air is warm". We are only a few hours from our starting port of Memphis yet the only signs of civilisation are clusters of coal barges heading down to New Orleans. I walk to the stern to watch the giant wheel, powered by piston engines salvaged from a 1932 boat. It’s even more impressive to watch at night through portholes from the Engine Room Bar. Read More...
Magic Of The Mississippi – Cruising Ol’ Man River
Nick Dalton is a travel writer and expert in both cruises and American destinations. Following his recent journey on the American Queen he has kindly allowed Bon Voyage to feature his article that appeared in the Daily Express. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- “I’m sitting on deck hypnotised by the relentless flow of the mighty Mississippi as the paddle steamer American Queen heads upstream. "The river must be a mile wide, its banks thick with forest and the air is warm." Read More...