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Holiday travel is festive, such as visiting Europe's Christmas Markets on a river cruise. But how do you smooth the journey to get there? Here are our top holiday travel tips. Photo by AmaWaterways.

Christmas in July: Check Out This AmaWaterways Holiday Cruise

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Unbelievably, 2023 is half over, and the holiday season is just five months away. So, if you haven’t thought about a holiday cruise, why not celebrate Christmas in July by planning a December voyage through the heart of Europe. One …

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The pier entrance to Perfect Day at CocoCay. For the first time in 2024, Celebrity Cruises will call at this private island experience with two ships. Photo by Celebrity Cruises.

Ahoy CocoCay! Celebrity Cruises Will Sail to Private Isle

By Susan J. Young on Thursday, July 6, 2023

Seeking that endless summer feeling? Well, for the first time ever in 2024, Celebrity Cruises will say, “Ahoy CocoCay,” taking guests directly to Royal Caribbean International’s popular Bahamian private island experience. Whether you simply want to relax on a soft, …

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The new Oceania Vista is shown in the Mediterranean. Photo by Donna Fontenot.

Superb Value! Oceania Unveils New “simply MORE”!

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Do you love sailing with a cruise line that provides guests with many value-added inclusions? Well, then it’s good to know that upscale Oceania Cruises has unveiled a new value-added program of inclusions. Delivering three major, value-added perks, it’s officially …

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A fresh produce feast for the eyes at a Mediterranean Market. Photo by James Arnold, Courtesy Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

Yum, Yum! 128 New Culinary Excursions From RSSC

By Susan J. Young on Friday, June 30, 2023

Calling all foodies! Yum, yum, it’s great to know that Regent Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC) is introducing 128 new culinary excursions. During time ashore in the Mediterranean, guests can now choose from a portfolio of new food-focused options. Crafted in …

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Stunningly gorgeous Arctic polar scenery in Greenland. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Best Expedition Cruises: Into the Unknown, Great Adventures

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, June 27, 2023

If you’ve been there, done that on voyages across the globe, what’s next? Chances are that you may not have been to the ends of the Earth where luxurious expedition ships venture. So, for five voyages that will provide a …

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Seabourn Venture, an ultra-luxury expedition ship, as shown in Greenland in the Arctic region. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Best Boots on the Ground: Arctic or Antarctic?

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, June 24, 2023

When boldly going where not that many people have gone before — to the end of the Earth on a luxurious expedition cruise — where should you vacation? What’s the best choice? The Arctic or Antarctic region? Most expedition cruise …

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Crystal Serenity is one of two ships purchased by A&K Travel Group and Heritage (Manfredi Lefebvre). Cruises will start in 2023 and this ship will homeport at Port Everglades again in November 2024. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Top 5 Newsy Cruise Tidbits in June 2023

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, June 20, 2023

From The Meandering Traveler’s goodie bag of “what’s new in cruising” this month, we’ve picked out our Top 5 Newsy Cruise Tidbits. If you desire to keep up with the cruise industry’s happenings, here are our anecdotal picks! 1. Cruise …

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Personal travel planner Victoria Hill of Pavlus Travel loves Egypt and says it's one of her travel passions. Here's she shown at the Great Pyramids on the Giza Plateau. Photo by Victoria Hill.

Travel Passions: Victoria Hill Loves Egypt & River Cruises

By Susan J. Young on Friday, June 16, 2023

A nine-year Pavlus Travel veteran, personal travel planner Victoria Hill, based in Albuquerque, NM, has the world at her fingertips every day on the job, helping clients create amazing vacation experiences. She loves fulfilling their travel passions. Personally, “Egypt, hands …

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Paul Gauguin Cruises sails to exotic South Pacific isles and has just unveiled its 2025 itineraries. Photo by Paul Gauguin Cruises.

Paul Gauguin Cruises: New Journeys to the South Pacific

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Can you almost feel the tropical breezes, island vibes and exotic ambience of the South Pacific? Well, if so, then it’s a perfect time to begin planning a voyage on Paul Gauguin Cruises. That way, you won’t simply be dreaming …

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Windstar Cruises' Star Breeze in Tahiti. The ship will replace Wind Spirit there in February 2024. Photo by Windstar Cruises.

Windstar’s 180 Degrees from Ordinary: Casual Cruising At Its Best!

By Susan J. Young on Friday, June 9, 2023

What’s your cruise vacation style? If you immediately think that’s “small-ship, relaxed, luxurious, fun, off-the-beaten-path and immersive,” then definitely check out Windstar Cruises. It’s casual cruising but with pampering service and amenities. (Windstar Cruises’ Star Breeze is shown above in …

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