To check out the newest ultra-luxury ship in the global cruise industry, The Meandering Traveler boarded Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ 746-guest Seven Seas Grandeur at PortMiami’s Terminal J on Sunday. We’re sailing on a quick preview sailing. But frankly, after …
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 …
When it comes to crisscrossing the globe on vacation, Susan Bender, a 20-year personal travel planner for Pavlus Travel, loves land tours that also have an educational or enrichment component. “Tours that include seeing wildlife in their natural habitats are …
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. …
Celebrating 55 years in the travel industry, Craig Pavlus, founder and CEO of Pavlus Travel, brings a winning combination of creativity, professionalism, travel expertise and a passion for customer satisfaction to his Albuquerque, NM, agency’s operation each and every day. …
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 …
Certainly, an escorted luxury tour is an easy-peasy way to travel, with an expert tour director guiding and facilitating all the touring action. But to “up” the vacation pampering with a more intimate touring approach, consider “small-group” escorted luxury tours …
Growing up as a “military brat” who moved all over the world, Stephanie Potter says, “I came by my passion for travel naturally.” Today, this expert travel advisor for Pavlus Travel loves cruising the globe, diving into “foodie” pursuits, taking …
