Editor’s Note: This is Part One of a two-part series. For a large family reunion or special multi-generational celebration such as great grandma’s 85th birthday, a mega-ship can deliver robust entertainment, dining, kids’ club and activities to satisfy all. Currently, …
Seeking a vacation closer to home in 2022 or 2023? Want someone else to handle the details? Then check out these five, fun, enticing vacations from Tauck Tours. One fact to consider. Just because the itinerary is closer to home, …
Ready for a grand voyage to a southern continent on a snazzy new, ultra-luxury ship? Then the Silversea new 71-day “Grand Voyage” to Central and South America in 2024 should tweak your interest. Setting sail on January 4, 2024, the new 728-passenger Silver …
It’s always exciting when a new cruise line takes to the water. On the horizon for a 2023 launch is a new luxury-lifestyle brand, Explora Journeys. It promises a pure luxury travel experience. Yes, it’s a cruise line, but its officials …
Dreaming about sailing away on an exotic river cruise, a USA river sailing, an ocean or river voyage in Europe or an expedition cruise to North American lakes? All are doable on Viking. So, come along for our personal picks …
In a new monthly feature, The Meandering Traveler has picked a potpourri of 10 enticing travel announcements for January 2022. Some are big news, others simply unique or interesting “news tidbits” about air, land and sea travel. 1. New Global …
Sailing the Mississippi River is a Mark Twain-like experience, right? Well, it often is if you’re sailing on American Queen Voyages‘ flagship, American Queen. As the largest steamboat ever built, that river vessel sports an 1880s-era, Victorian flair. But if …
In an exciting fleet announcement on Tuesday, American Cruise Lines (ACL) unveiled its initial plans for “Project Blue.” Let’s just say this new project should tweak the interest of luxury travelers. That’s particularly true for those who’d love to cruise …
Creating the “perfect” vacation is all about matchmaking. While no two vacations are like, more importantly, people aren’t “cookie cutter” either. So, what’s the best approach for customizing your trip? First, select the right vacation match — one that’s dovetails …
What’s the secret of customizing your trip? How do you “make it your own”? How do you avoid the dreaded “cookie cutter” experience? The good news is that travelers don’t have to be a magician. You can easily customize your …
