What’s “super hot” for cruise travel in early 2024? It’s expedition cruising, and many travelers are choosing a “bucket list” trip to the end of the Earth — a journey to Antarctica, “The White Continent.” Yes, it’s a bit of …
The new Explora Journeys may be a good fit if you prefer a luxury ship with a residential-style feel, rather than a traditional cruise experience. Fostering “an ocean state of mind” among guests. Explora Journeys strives for a pampering and relaxed — …
Yacht-like cruising appeals to travelers who seek an intimate, highly personalized and luxurious sailing experience. With that in mind, we love the sleek look of the new, 100-passenger Emerald Sakara. That’s the latest addition to Emerald Cruises’ warm-weather yacht fleet. …
All we can say is “wow”! Viking just announced that it’s building 10 more Viking Longships. The river line already operates 80 river vessels globally. That’s the world’s largest river fleet for any cruise line. So, what’s up with the …
Looking for a relaxing, comfortable, luxurious small-ship cruise? Certainly, there are many popular luxury small ships or expedition vessels. But have you considered Ponant? This upscale line with a French flair operates a diverse fleet of luxury small ships. In …
Now that Crystal is owned by A&K Travel Group, travelers are starting to see benefits. For instance, for the first time, Crystal and Abercrombie & Kent have teamed up for an exclusive, new “Sail and Safari” offer. Now through December 31, …
With just a month to go in 2023, The Meandering Traveler gathered up five fascinating “end of year” developments. What’s coming up? What can travelers expect for 2024 and 2025? What’s the latest travel news? Check out our “Shorts” below. …
Looking for an exotic river cruise? Well, if you’re in the market for a pampering river cruise on a new ship, Viking is expanding its Southeast Asia fleet on the Mekong River. Currently under construction, the new Viking Tonle will …
In a “reveal” at the Chantiers de L’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, Celebrity Cruises announced the name of its fifth new Edge Series ship — Celebrity Xcel! The new ship will debut in November 2025. Executives from both Royal Caribbean …
For luxury travelers who can’t wait for their next long cruise, we have some likely happy breaking news this week. Crystal just unveiled five new Grand Journeys in 2025. With these new, immersive global itineraries — spanning 40 to 70 …
