This week the luxury boutique line Explora Journeys unveiled some enticing “new ship intel” about Explora III, a slightly larger sister to Explora I and Explora II. Launching in 2026, this intimate new ship will offer one of the highest space-to-guest …
So, what’s the latest cruise news? Certainly, much is new within the cruise industry. That said, since many Pavlus Travel clients have enjoyed sailing with Viking in the past, we thought we’d share one hot news tidbit from this upscale …
With 2025 just over a month away, The Meandering Traveler has identified several new 2025 or 2026 cruise experiences on global oceans and rivers. From themed cruises to new ports of call and creative itineraries, here are three new cruising …
Celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2025, Tauck just announced the addition of two new river ships. Both will sail in France and join Tauck’s river fleet in spring 2026. The two yet-unnamed ships — one accommodating 124 guests, the other …
For a pampering Seabourn voyage in Asia, Alaska, Europe and beyond, check out the ultra-luxury line’s new 2026 lineup. Seabourn Ovation, Seabourn Encore, Seabourn Quest and Seabourn Sojourn will explore 200 destinations within the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Alaska/British Columbia, Japan, …
When travelers take a river cruise, they often look for ways to personalize and customize the experience. Uniworld Boutique River Cruises makes that easier by offering themed cruises that dovetail with guests’ hobbies or interests. In its latest “reveal,” the …
What’s become a hot trend in themed voyages this year? It’s the growth of solar eclipse cruising. In the latest development, ultra-luxury Seabourn has unveiled two new Solar Eclipse cruises exploring Northern Europe and the Mediterranean in late summer 2026. Here’s the …
For most of us, travel delivers a special gift – those unforgettable moments and one-of-a-kind experiences that become etched in our memories for a lifetime. For Dianne Kincaid, personal travel planner, Pavlus Travel, Noblesville, IN, it’s all about France, her …
For travelers seeking a luxurious, pampering river cruise in Europe for 2025, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has some great new offerings. First, its latest river vessel, the Elisabeth will set sail on its maiden voyage from Amsterdam, the Netherlands, in March. …
Americans have an insatiable appetite for pizza. In fact, 93 percent of the U.S. population has eaten pizza within the past month! Americans also chow down on 46 pizza slices per person annually, and Statista research shows that they spent …