When travelers check out new luxury expedition cruises far in advance, it’s a plus. How so? They can relax, learn more about the destinations they’ll visit, book with ease through their trusted travel advisor and savor the pre-cruise anticipation of …
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 …
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 …
If you’re eager to travel to Alaska and view breathtaking landscapes and rugged wilderness, we have some exciting news. After a seven-year hiatus, Azamara Cruises will return to “The Great Land” in 2026! Starting in May 2026, the 702-passenger Azamara Pursuit …
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, …
In 2025, Tauck will introduce a new nine-day “Music of America” escorted tour from Nashville, TN, to New Orleans, LA. Music lovers can trace the roots of country music, blues, jazz, rock and roll, and more. They’ll also spend time …
As September 2024 draws to a close, some travelers may be wishing they’d taken an Alaskan cruise this past summer. But while the season in America’s Last Frontier is over for most cruise lines, it’s the perfect time to get …
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 …
Many travelers have enjoyed a Viking cruise in Europe or other global regions. But for those seeking a Viking small-ship cruise close to home, well, there are two great options. Viking offers new expedition ships sailing the Great Lakes, and …
Did you know that Tauck’s Small Group tours that average just 24 guests now account for more than half of this tour operator’s non-cruise business? Yes, that’s the case. So, it’s not surprising that the company is introducing new Smaller …
