A festive, luxury cruise during the holiday season — over Christmas, Hannukah or New Year’s Eve — is often cherished by travelers. Beautifully decked out with holiday decor, the ships resemble magical wonderlands at sea. And through 2027, Regent Seven …
Cruises are an increasingly popular vacation choice for solo travelers. Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the cruise industry’s trade association, reports that in 2024, 12 percent of all cruise guests traveled solo. That’s double the 6 percent that sailed in …
Viking has introduced four new 2027-2028 World Cruise itineraries across six continents. For curious, culturally focused travelers eager to explore the world and visit dozens of countries, here’s a look at these enticing voyages. (Shown in the photo above, a …
Upscale travelers are increasingly looking for deeper, experience-driven vacations. During 2025, Azamara Cruises says it has seen what it calls a growing “slowcations” trend. Potential cruisers are increasingly seeking voyages beyond a week. Instead, they’re choosing cruises that perhaps span …
While this year’s July 4 celebrations are over, cruise fans who are history buffs can certainly look forward to a spectacular cruising celebration next summer. Holland America Line just unveiled a landmark cruise honoring America’s 250th birthday. Sailing roundtrip from …
Do you enjoy river cruising? Or perhaps you’d love to try it and are just waiting for the right option? Well, it’s good to know that AmaWaterways river cruises are now sailing within a new South American river region. Drum …
Cruise lines are often eager to help their guests focus on a personal passion for art or artistic activities. So today, The Meandering Traveler is showcasing the best cruises for art lovers. Here are five top art-focused options, some with …
If you’ve sailed the Lower Mississippi River between New Orleans, LA, and Memphis, TN, you’re not alone. Mississippi River cruises are not only close to home for many Americans but they’re also highly popular. But did you know that the …
Happy New Year to all our readers! We wish you all the best in the coming year! So, what’s ahead for top 2025 travel trends? For a few fun, factoids, The Meandering Traveler looks at one of the top results …
For the first time, Tauck will set sail on a “Christmas Markets” river cruise in France. In 2025, the 98-passenger Sapphire will operate five departures of “The Seine: Holiday Magic” itinerary. “This holiday river adventure will begin in Paris,” says …
