Jim Zim

American Encore - American Cruise Lines - Part 6 - Columbia River Cruise

Podcast | 2 months ago

It's the final episode in my six-part series about cruising on the Columbia River with American Cruise Lines. In this episode, the ship will go through the locks at the Bonneville Dam. Then we'll sail under the Bridge Of The Gods, on the way to our final de...

American Encore - American Cruise Lines - Part 5 - Columbia River Cruise

Podcast | 2 months ago

This is episode #5 of my video series about cruising down the Columbia River on American Cruise Lines' newest ship, American Encore. This episode focuses on day 6 of my cruise, which we spent in Astoria, Oregon. In this episode, I visit several points of in...

America The Beautiful - Sailing the USA with American Cruise Lines for the 4th Of July

Video | 2 months ago

This patriotic video celebrates the beauty of travelling our country on the cruise ships from American Cruise Lines. The video combines a beautiful rendition of "America The Beautiful" with spectacular scenes from around the USA. All were recorded during my...

American Encore - American Cruise Lines - Part 4 - Columbia River Cruise

Podcast | 3 months ago

This is episode #4 of my series of videos about a Columbia River cruise with American Cruise Lines on the cruise ship American Encore. In this episode, the ship visits Kalama, Washington... and the passengers head out on excursions in the area. A few of us ...

Carli has discovered that some finches have built a nest in this maple tree in our backyard!

Short | 3 months ago

American Encore - American Cruise Lines - Part 3 - Columbia River Cruise

Podcast | 3 months ago

I'm back on American Cruise Lines' newest ship, the American Encore, for Day 3 and 4 of my Columbia River cruise! In this episode, I leave the eastern desert behind and cruise into the beautiful green hills of western Oregon and Washington. Watch as my ship...

American Encore Columbia River Cruise - Part 2: "Richland" - American Cruise Lines

Podcast | 3 months ago

In this video you'll see American Cruise Lines' newest ship, American Encore, on the second day of her east-to-west trip down the Snake River and the Columbia River. Today the ship is visiting the Tri Cities of southeastern Washington: Richland, Kennewick, ...

American Encore Christening & First Day - American Cruise Lines Columbia River Cruise 2026

Podcast | 3 months ago

Welcome to Part 1 of a brand-new video series exploring the Columbia and Snake rivers by cruise ship. In this first episode, I’m taking you to the official christening of American Cruise Lines' newest ship, American Encore. Our 7-day journey down the histor...

American Encore Full Ship Tour & New Improvements - American Cruise Lines - Columbia River Cruise

Video | 4 months ago

Here's a complete tour of American Cruise Lines' brand-new cruise ship, American Encore. This is the first in a new class of ships for ACL, and several sister ships will be constructed over the next few years. These 180 passenger cruise ships are designed s...

American Cruise Lines: Ultimate Signature Suite Tour (American Encore)

Video | 4 months ago

This is the largest and most luxurious suite on any American Cruise Lines cruise ship. Today, I'm giving you a full tour of the massive Signature Suite onboard American Cruise Lines' brand-new ship, the American Encore. This isn't your average cruise ship c...

From Zero To Hero: I Created The Yard & Garden Of My Dreams

Guide | 4 months ago

Here's a look at my yard and garden just six years after it was an empty dirt lot. When looking at the neighborhood from a drone, you can see I've got the greenest lawn... and I'm happy to share the secret method I used to get it. Not only will you learn wh...

The Best Cruise Ship Sailing Out Of California - Carnival Panorama Review - April 2026

Review | 5 months ago

Here's a look at the best cruise ship that sails year-round from California: Carnival Panorama. If you live on the west coast, or near an airport that offers non-stop flights to Los Angeles, this is a cruise ship you should get to know. Whether you're a fam...