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Kristin Karst and crew members atop one of AmaWaterways river vessels in Europe. Photo by AmaWaterways.

Around The Next Bend: New For River Cruisers on AmaWaterways?

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, September 5, 2023

As river cruisers know, it’s intriguing to discover what’s around the next bend in the river. Similarly, The Meandering Traveler couldn’t wait to catch up with Kristin Karst, co-owner and executive vice president of luxury river cruise line, AmaWaterways.  During …

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Crystal Symphony is back sailing the high seas, this time under new ownership by A&K Travel Group. Photo by Crystal.

Crystal is Back with 2 Luxury Ships on the High Seas!

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, September 2, 2023

It’s official! Crystal is back on the high seas with two luxury ships! On Friday, the 606-passenger Crystal Symphony re-entered service for its new owner, A&K Travel Group. Fully revitalized, it’s the second of Crystal’s oceangoing vessels to return to …

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American Cruise Lines' American Melody is offering a new "Great Smoky Mountains National Park" itinerary. Photo by American Cruise Lines.

The Great American Vacation: Three Trips to Delight!

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Much is fabulous about overseas travel, but there’s also much to delight right here within or from the U.S.A. Here are three new American vacation journeys that The Meandering Traveler suggests checking out. The first is a river cruise within …

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The gorgeous pool deck of Silver Novas is shown at night. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Silver Nova: 5 Reasons to Love Silversea’s “Game Changer”

By Susan J. Young on Friday, August 25, 2023

After spending four nights aboard Silversea Cruises’ new, 728-passenger Silver Nova, we can truly say this new ultra-luxury beauty is stunning. Here are our “Top Five Reasons why Silver Nova is a “Game Changer.” 1. New Look and Feel  Thanks …

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Viking has a new vessel on the Nile, Viking Aton, its fourth river ship there. Photo by Viking.

Viking’s New Nile River Vessel: Viking Aton!

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, August 22, 2023

Viking christened its newest river ship, Viking Aton, with a special celebration in Aswan, Egypt. The new river vessel is the fourth Viking ship now sailing the Nile River. In a time-honored tradition, Richard Riveire, the ship’s ceremonial godfather, named the ship — asking …

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Tauck's Joy sails the Danube River and is shown here in Durnstein, Austria. Photo by Tauck.

Pavlus Advisor Donna Fontenot: Window To Her Travel World!

By Susan J. Young on Friday, August 18, 2023

Strongly believing that “cruising is a great way to see parts of the world and then decide if you wish to return later for even more in-depth land exploration” is Donna Fontenot, a 23-year Pavlus Travel advisor. That assessment is …

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Silver Nova debuted last week in Trieste, Italy, with enhancements to the popular S.A.L.T. program of authentic, local food-and-beverage experiences. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Silversea’s New Silver Nova: S.A.L.T. Is Better than Ever!

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, August 15, 2023

In 2019, Silversea Cruises’ new S.A.L.T. program (Sea and Land Taste) was introduced to The Meandering Traveler during a Silver Moon voyage from Bali, Indonesia, to Manila in the Philippines. Barbara Muckermann, today the line’s president and CEO, and Adam …

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Tauck escorted tours to East Africa deliver a superb wildlife experience and a chance to straddle the Equator too. Photo by Tauck.

Out of Africa: Tauck’s Safari Experience in Kenya & Tanzania

By Susan J. Young on Thursday, August 10, 2023

Travelers who return home after their African safari often say: “Exploring Africa has changed me forever. It’s an incredible travel experience I’ll never forget.” So today, in a new feature –our first “Experiential Pavlus” blog, two personal travel planners from …

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For a subArctic polar experience on the St. Lawrence River, check out four new Ponant voyages in 2025. Photo by Ponant.

Ponant’s Icebreaker to Sail 4 New St. Lawrence River Cruises

By Susan J. Young on Monday, August 7, 2023

Getting to Antarctica requires significant travel time. So, for travelers seeking a luxurious, polar-style adventure closer to home, Ponant has a new, enticing North American option. The small-ship boutique luxury line is adding four, 13-day Boreal winter exploration cruises along …

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American Cruise Lines' new 100-passenger American Eagle, the first in a series of 12 Coastal Cats (catamarans). Photo by American Cruise Lines.

New American Eagle, ACL’s Coastal Catamaran, Sets Sail!

By Susan J. Young on Thursday, August 3, 2023

It’s official! American Cruise Lines’ (ACL) new 100-passenger American Eagle, the first “Coastal  Cat” (a high-tech, innovative catamaran) was delivered on time and has successfully completed sea trials. Signaling the start of an exciting new era for ACL, American Eagle …

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