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Princess Cruises' Island Princess will be one of two Princess vessels calling at Yorktown, VA, in 2024. Photo by Princess Cruises.

Country Music Lover? Princess Just Made a Big Announcement!

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, June 8, 2024

If you’re a country music fan, listen up! Soon you’ll be able to head out to sea and enjoy some great country sounds on Princess Cruises.  That’s because “The Love Boat” line recently announced an exclusive new country music partnership …

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Seals are among the marine life that travelers can spot in the eco-majestic Galapagos Islands. Phto copyrighted by Jean Faucett.

Into the Wild: A&K Unveils 2025 Luxury Expedition Cruises! Adventure Galore!

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Ever thought about a luxury expedition cruise? Certainly, many expedition cruise ships travel to the ends of the Earth. That said, there’s a lot of highly remote turf between the Arctic region and Antarctica. With that in mind, Abercrombie & …

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AmaWaterways guests set out on a vineyard hike near Rudesheim, Germany. Photo by AmaWaterways.

AmaWaterways Plans Two New River Ships in Europe and SE Asia

By Susan J. Young on Friday, May 31, 2024

River cruising is “off the charts” in demand by travelers eager to sail directly into the heart of a country or region. New options? In the latest development, AmaWaterways plans to set sail with two more new river ships in …

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Owner's Suite on Silversea Cruises' new Silver Dawn. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Silversea World Cruise 2027! Silver Dawn Sails for 149 Days to 80 Destinations

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, May 28, 2024

For global explorers who love to cruise in the lap of luxury, Silversea has unveiled a 149-day “World Cruise 2027, The Three Oceans” itinerary. Silver Dawn, one of the smallest world-cruising ships, will depart Los Angeles, CA, on January 8, …

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A new Formula 1 cruise has been introduced for July 2025 by Regent Seven Seas Cruises and the Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 Team, Photo provided by Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

VRrroooom! New Formula 1 Cruise Unveiled by Regent Seven Seas

By Susan J. Young on Friday, May 24, 2024

If you’re a motorsport racing fan and also love ultra-luxury cruising, then Regent Seven Seas Cruises has a specially curated cruise vacation designed for you! Partnering with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 Team, the upscale cruise line has unveiled …

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The chic, contemporary Razzle Dazzle is one of 20 dining experiences aboard Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Razzle Dazzle Virgin Voyages! One Dining Hot Spot on Scarlet Lady

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Last week, The Meandering Traveler sailed on Virgin Voyages 2,770-passenger Scarlet Lady. Yes, you’ve likely heard that it’s quite a different cruise experience — with plenty of fun activities. It’s razzle dazzle on Virgin Voyages, for sure. Most notably, Virgin, which …

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Here's a look at a Princess Suite on the 9th deck of Queen Anne. Photo by Susan J. Young.

A Snapshot Look at Cunard Line’s Lovely New Queen Anne

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, May 18, 2024

Two weeks ago, The Meandering Traveler stepped briefly aboard the new Queen Anne, the latest Queen in the Cunard Line fleet. Yes, we spent one night on the new, 2,996-passenger vessel, the fourth ship in Cunard’s current fleet. But while …

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Personal travel planner Sarah Schwab of Pavlus Travel enjoys both a rural lifestyle and traveling the globe. Photo by Sarah Schwab.

Travel Planner Sarah Schwab Works From Her Farm, Travels the Globe

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, May 14, 2024

From her New Market, MD, remote office, Sarah Schwab, personal travel planner, Pavlus Travel, provides top-notch service for her travel customers. And she does it from a unique spot. “I work from my beautiful, three-acre-farm – my piece of heaven …

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SchlosshotelKronber. Photo by Tauck.

Tauck River Cruise Update for 2025. What’s New?

By Susan J. Young on Friday, May 10, 2024

During 2025, Tauck will introduce a new 14-night “Romantic Capitals: Prague to Paris” river cruise itinerary. If you’re interested in an enticing new Tauck river cruise, this is a great one to consider. Here’s how the journey will flow. Guests …

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Tauck guests will be treated to a private dinner under the stars at the ancient Roman city of Ephesus and its famed library facade. Photo by Tauck.

Hot off the Press! Tauck 2025 Cruise Plans Unveiled

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, May 8, 2024

So, what’s new with Tauck for 2025? The tour and cruise operator announced enticing new cruise itineraries and a boost in capacity on France’s Seine River this week. We’re excited about the developments. So, here’s the scoop on the two …

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