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Azamara will head back to Alaska in 2026. Photo by Azamara.

Azamara Trend: Upscale Line Taps into Slowcations! Longer, Deeper

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Upscale travelers are increasingly looking for deeper, experience-driven vacations. During 2025, Azamara Cruises says it has seen what it calls a growing “slowcations” trend. Potential cruisers are increasingly seeking voyages beyond a week. Instead, they’re choosing cruises that perhaps span …

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Rendering of Viking Brahmaputra, an 80-passenger new Viking river vessel that will sail in India. Photo/Rendering by Viking.

Exotic India: New Viking River Region, New Ship, Land & River Journey

By Susan J. Young on Friday, July 18, 2025

If you love what’s new and different on global rivers, you’re likely happy about Viking’s announcement this month about its first ever India river-and-land itinerary. Here’s the scoop about what we know so far about this new Viking river region …

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Windstar's new Star Seeker will begin service by year's end.. Photo/Rendering by Windstar Cruises.

New Charter Flights & New Ships: Silversea, Oceania & Windstar

By Susan J. Young on Monday, July 14, 2025

As we approach mid-summer, it’s a good time to check out several enticing cruise developments — new flights and new ships. These provide luxury travelers with a smoother, more luxurious or more robust guest experience. Here’s a look at new …

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New York Harbor's Statue of Liberty is among the sites that guests on Holland America's "250th American Celebration" can explore on a July 4, 2026, special voyage. Photo by Holland America Line.

America’s 250th Celebration: Special Holland America Voyage July 4, 2026!

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, July 8, 2025

While this year’s July 4 celebrations are over, cruise fans who are history buffs can certainly look forward to a spectacular cruising celebration next summer. Holland America Line just unveiled a landmark cruise honoring America’s 250th birthday. Sailing roundtrip from …

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New Tauck land tours include a Week in Copenhagen and Oslo. Photo by Tauck.

New 2026 Tauck Land Tours: Greece, Scotland & Scandinavia!

By Susan J. Young on Monday, June 30, 2025

Tauck will launch four new European land journeys in 2026. So, where’s the luxury tour company headed? Given incredible demand, it’s expanding into less-visited regions of Greece and Scotland (The Highlands) as well as adding touring in quaint-yet-cosmopolitan capitals in …

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A new dish at Solis is roasted scallops with toasted brioche, spinach, ricotta, broad beans and crisp, yellow beet roots. Photo by Seabourn.

Culinary Cruises: News from Seabourn, Silversea and Oceania

By Susan J. Young on Friday, June 27, 2025

During a luxurious ocean cruise, travelers expect to enjoy pampering service, spacious suites, superb cuisine and fine wines. Fortunately, the experience just keeps getting better and better. We’re excited that Seabourn, Silversea and Oceania Cruises have just announced savory new food-and-wine …

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AmaMagdalena is shown on Colombia's Magdalena River. Photo by AmaWaterways.

New AmaWaterways River Cruises on Colombia’s Magdalena River!

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, June 21, 2025

Do you enjoy river cruising? Or perhaps you’d love to try it and are just waiting for the right option? Well, it’s good to know that AmaWaterways river cruises are now sailing within a new South American river region. Drum …

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Viking oceangoing ship at Livorno, Italy. Photo by Viking.

New Viking Cruises: Five In-Depth Voyages We’d Love to Take!
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By Pavlus Traveler on Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Viking, affectionately known as the “thinking person’s cruise line” and fielding a “no kids” and “no casinos” approach, just unveiled 14 new ocean itineraries. These new Viking cruises range from 15 to 36 days. Setting sail in 2026 or 2027, …

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Pacific Rim specialty dining venue on Regent Seven Seas Cruises new Seven Seas Grandeur. Cherry blossom tree art piece at the restaurant's entrance is shown above. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Best Cruises for Art Lovers, Onboard and Ashore

By Susan J. Young on Friday, June 13, 2025

Cruise lines are often eager to help their guests focus on a personal passion for art or artistic activities. So today, The Meandering Traveler is showcasing the best cruises for art lovers. Here are five top art-focused options, some with …

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Oceania Marina: Lobster tail entree in Red Ginger specialty restaurant. Photo by Susan J. Young

What’s New at Oceania Cruises? Cuisine, of Course!

By Susan J. Young on Friday, June 6, 2025

If you’re a “foodie,” you know that Oceania Cruises is a top culinary- and destination-focused cruise line. Now, this upscale line has unveiled a few details about its 2026 Specialty Cruises, led by guest hosts and culinary experts. “Those who …

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