Founded in 1840 by Samuel Cunard, Cunard Line has an incredible, storied history. As for notable guests, Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, George Takei, Meryl Streep and many other celebrities all sailed with the line in the …
Want to visit London or other parts of the United Kingdom on vacation, but can’t bear to leave your cherished Fido or Fluffy behind? Well, during the “dog days” of summer and during late spring or early fall too, you …
Do you desire a luxury cruise but prefer a truly relaxed, friendly, casual onboard aura? Then, talk with your travel advisor about small-ship Windstar Cruises. In June 2022, The Meandering Traveler sailed on the line’s revitalized/lengthened Star Pride (photo above …
April 2022, we hardly knew you! Yes, another month has come and gone. Warmer weather is on the way and we know many of you can’t wait to “get back out there” traveling. Here are our picks for the top …
Last week, The Meandering Traveler merrily sailed along the Iberian Peninsula and witnessed the celebratory christening of the new, 596-passenger Silver Dawn in Lisbon, Portugal. In fact, we were aboard this new Silversea Cruises ship throughout the week as it …
When a new cruise line sets sail, is exciting. But it’s may take a bit of time before people understand what the brand is all about. One new, small-ship expedition line, Atlas Ocean Voyages, launched in August 2021, so what’s to …
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, …
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 …
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 …
