A festive, luxury cruise during the holiday season — over Christmas, Hannukah or New Year’s Eve — is often cherished by travelers. Beautifully decked out with holiday decor, the ships resemble magical wonderlands at sea. And through 2027, Regent Seven …
Viking has introduced four new 2027-2028 World Cruise itineraries across six continents. For curious, culturally focused travelers eager to explore the world and visit dozens of countries, here’s a look at these enticing voyages. (Shown in the photo above, a …
Two cruise lines have unveiled enticing new features or itineraries for luxury travelers. First, Azamara Cruises is elevating the suite experience across its fleet with more inclusions. Second, Windstar Cruises announced short cruises in Europe, designed for pairing with an …
For the ultimate in exploration, ultra-luxury Seabourn has announced its first-ever, 94-day “Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition” voyage in 2027! Sailing than 20,500 nautical miles, the 264-passenger Seabourn Venture will cover territory that spans 82 degrees north to 66 degrees …
From a “Love Boat” reunion cruise with Cruise Director Julie (Cynthia Lauren Tewes) and Charo to an enticing “True Crime Voyage” and multiple gourmand sailings for food-and-wine aficionados, The Meandering Traveler has picked a trio of best themed cruises. Yes, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
