The cruise industry’s version of royalty — one of Cunard Line’s elegant “queens” — will arrive in South Florida to operate new Caribbean itineraries in 2025. The 2,081-passenger Queen Elizabeth will homeport at Miami to operate 33 voyages between September …
Many cruise guests headed to Alaska enjoy learning about 19th century Gold Rush-era history at Skagway, AK. For the full picture, though, also consider a visit to Dawson City in Canada’s Yukon Territory. Just announced, a new, complimentary Holland America …
If there’s one descriptive phrase to describe Royal Caribbean International’s new 5,610-passenger Icon of the Seas, it’s “wow, Wow and WOW! ” Here are a few initial impressions of this new icon by Shelby Steudle, president, Pavlus Travel, as well …
Are you ready to set a course for adventure, love and laughter? Then we have the voyage for you! Princess Cruises just announced a fabulous, new “Love Boat” themed cruise. So, you can set sail with Jill Whelan (Captain Stubing’s …
With 36 years of Tahiti experience, Windstar Cruises this week introduced the all-suite, 312-guest Star Breeze for year-round operations in French Polynesia. So, whatever time of the year you’d like to vacation in the South Pacific, this luxury, motorized ship …
Ever wish a luxury cruise could be more akin to a luxury hotel stay? Hotel guests can arrive at a destination, explore day and night, and often spend two or even three days in one city, before they travel to …
For many travelers eager to see Alaska, the journey is often a “bucket list” trip to see spectacular scenery and wildlife. Many simply can’t wait to spot brown or black bears in the wild. Definitely, Alaska bear viewing is an …
For loyal past Viking guests or those considering a Viking river, ocean or expedition vacation, here’s the lastest and greatest. The Meandering Traveler presents three Top Viking News Tips! First, Viking plans to name its next ocean vessel Viking Vesta. …
In this blog, globetrotter Rose Morrissey, a $10 million sales producer and 20-year Pavlus Travel personal travel planner, happily provides our readers with her “take” on top vacation picks and travel tips for 2024. But first, The Meandering Traveler chats with …
Just two weeks into 2024, The Meandering Traveler has sifted through news and developments on the travel scene. Here’s a fun, snapshot “read” about some of the best travel news tidbits by land and sea for the new year ahead! …