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Oceania Marina is shown. The ship is getting three new culinary venues in a revitalization in May 2024. Photo by Oceania Cruises.

New Culinary Venues Coming to Oceania Marina in May 2024

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Whoo-hoo! Foodies should be happy about this news. Oceania Cruises, known for its superb cuisine, has unveiled details about the major, spring 2024 revitalization of the Oceania Marina. What’s special is that three new culinary spots will be added to …

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Rocky Mountaineer and Tauck have teamed up for two new tour-and-rail offerings in 2024. Photo provided by Tauck.

New Luxury Rail Journeys! Tauck Expands “Rocky Mountaineer” Partnership

By Susan J. Young on Thursday, November 16, 2023

In exciting news for luxury rail fans, Tauck has expanded its partnership with Rocky Mountaineer to introduce two new North American journeys. Offered in 2024, each will feature a scenic, two-day rail component. Frankly, we can’t wait to experience one …

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Viking Tonle will double Viking's capacity on Southeast Asia's Mekong River. It will operate the "Magnificent Mekong" itinerary starting in fall 2025. Photo by Viking.

Viking Mekong Options Will Expand with New Viking Tonle

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Looking for an exotic river cruise? Well, if you’re in the market for a pampering river cruise on a new ship, Viking is expanding its Southeast Asia fleet on the Mekong River. Currently under construction, the new Viking Tonle will …

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Pavlus Travel executives are shown left to right: Janet Anderson, director of luxury sales development; Craig Pavlus, founder and CEO; and Shelby Steudle, president. Photo by Pavlus Travel.

Celebrating 55 Years in Travel! Craig Pavlus’ Amazing Journey!

By Susan J. Young on Friday, November 10, 2023

Celebrating 55 years in the travel industry, Craig Pavlus, founder and CEO of Pavlus Travel, brings a winning combination of creativity, professionalism, travel expertise and a passion for customer satisfaction to his Albuquerque, NM, agency’s operation each and every day. …

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Jason Liberty, CEO, Carnival Corporation, and other cruise company and Chantiers d'Atlantique shipyard officials celebrate the first steel cut for the fifth Edge Series ship, Celebrity Xcel.

Celebrity “Reveal”: Fifth Edge Series Ship to be Named Celebrity Xcel!

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, November 8, 2023

In a “reveal” at the Chantiers de L’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, Celebrity Cruises announced the name of its fifth new Edge Series ship — Celebrity Xcel! The new ship will debut in November 2025. Executives from both Royal Caribbean …

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The revitalized Crystal Serenity just set sail this week in the Mediterranean. Photo by Crystal.

Crystal Introduces Five New Grand Journeys

By Susan J. Young on Friday, November 3, 2023

For luxury travelers who can’t wait for their next long cruise, we have some likely happy breaking news this week. Crystal just unveiled five new Grand Journeys in 2025. With these new, immersive global itineraries — spanning 40 to 70 …

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Among the most in-demand luxury escorted tours are A&K's Small-Group Luxury Journeys to Australia. The Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Opera House is shown above. Photo copyrighted 2015 by Abercrombie & Kent.

Best Five A&K Luxury Tours That We’d Love to Take!

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Certainly, an escorted luxury tour is an easy-peasy way to travel, with an expert tour director guiding and facilitating all the touring action. But to “up” the vacation pampering with a more intimate touring approach, consider “small-group” escorted luxury tours …

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Stephanie Potter, a Pavlus Travel personal travel planner, and her father enjoy exploring the globe. Photo by Stephanie Potter.

Expert Travel Advisor Stephanie Potter Loves Cruises, Tours & New Zealand

By Susan J. Young on Friday, October 27, 2023

Growing up as a “military brat” who moved all over the world, Stephanie Potter says, “I came by my passion for travel naturally.” Today, this expert travel advisor for Pavlus Travel loves cruising the globe, diving into “foodie” pursuits, taking …

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Rendering of new Solis specialty restaurant on Seabourn's classic ships. Photo by Seabourn.

Seabourn’s New Solis Specialty Restaurant to Replace Thomas Keller Eateries

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, October 24, 2023

There’s a big change under way at Seabourn on the specialty dining front. Starting in early 2024, the ultra-luxury line will debut the new Solis specialty restaurant aboard its classic ships. The new dining concept will serve fine Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. …

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Roman Forum was the site of government, commerce, socialization and culture for ancient Rome. Photo by Susan J. Young.

More Top Ancient Roman Sites in the Eternal City

By Susan J. Young on Friday, October 20, 2023

Last week, The Meandering Traveler looked at the “Best Ancient Sites in Rome,” providing a snapshot look at six of our favorites. Now, in this follow-up piece, we’re giving history buffs and archaeological fans 10 “More Top Ancient Roman Sites” …

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