by Deanna Palic

Now that ITN is following the readers’ vote to include Mexico in our publication, I think it appropriate to reminiscence. In December 1983 I escorted a tour group to Mexico’s Copper Canyon (for a company no longer in business). The itinerary covered the route from Los Mochis to the canyon and on to Chihuahua, where we celebrated New Year’s Eve.

I term the Copper Canyon region “the other side of Mexico” because it is not a...

First, I wish to express our deep gratitude to those who take a copy of ITN on their trips, show it to other travelers, then gather up the names and addresses of those who would like sample copies sent to them. Thank you.

Next, there’ s an issue that seems to come up about every three years. Some of our cherished readers query about the suitability of ITN staffers and Contributing Editors going on reduced-rate or free trips and the credibility of the resultant articles.

Okay....

by Lew Toulmin

According to the Cruise Line International Association (CLIA), only about 17 percent of the US population has ever been on a cruise. There are many reasons why some Americans shy away from cruising. Let’s tackle a few today, including too little to do, too much to do, stuffiness, companion problems and Norovirus.

Too little or too much to do?

Some ITN readers have told me they fear cruising will mean just sitting around looking at the horizon or playing...