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Scenic Sapphire is shown near the famous bridge in Avignon, France. Photo by Scenic.

Tips for Tackling Your Personal “Travel Bucket List” — How to Make it Happen!

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, January 21, 2023

Checking off items on your personal travel “bucket list” doesn’t have to be an impossible dream. Whether you want to take a Grand Cruise or World Cruise, head out on a Micato Safari in East Africa, watch samba dancers and …

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Gorgeous eco-beauty outside Juneau. Photo by Travel Alaska.

What’s New in Alaska for 2023? Hiking, Zip Lining, Culinary Tours & 700 Cruises

By Susan J. Young on Monday, January 16, 2023

Cruise travelers will sail within Alaska’s waters on 60 ships, large and small, during the 2023 cruise season. Did you know that 700 voyages are planned between April and September? So, you’ll have a big choice of voyage options. Some …

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Cuisine to be served on the new Explora I of Explora Journeys. Photo by Explora Journeys.

Explora Journeys Reveals Five Dining Venues, Signature Dishes

By Susan J. Young on Friday, January 13, 2023

In a delicious “reveal,” Explora Journeys serves up a culinary snapshot for five of its onboard restaurants for Explora I.  That’s the line’s first new ship, one of six vessels planned. The new ship, which has 461 spacious luxury suites, will …

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Uniworld's Mekong Jewel is one of four ships that will operate the 2024 "Rivers of the World" itinerary. Photo by Uniworld Boutique River Cruises.

Uniworld Adds New 55-day “Rivers of the World” Cruise in 2024

By Susan J. Young on Monday, January 9, 2023

Do you love river cruising? Seeking a more full-bodied river vacation — one that lasts longer and covers more territory? Well, then Uniworld Boutique River Cruises may have just the perfect river experience for you! Uniworld has unveiled its second …

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Tauck will offer "Treasures of the Aegean," a small ship journey on Windstar's Wind Star. Photo by Tauck.

Tauck Small Ship Cruise: Follow the Fish, Not the Fleets!

By Susan J. Young on Thursday, January 5, 2023

  “Follow the fish, not the fleets!” That’s how Tauck sums it up when describing the appeal of its luxurious small ship cruise itineraries. We couldn’t agree more. Moving into 2023, luxury small ship ocean cruising is rapidly developing into …

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Cruise ships docked at Port Everglades, FL, in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area. Photo by Port Everglades.

What’s New for S. Florida Attractions During 2023 Winter Cruise Season

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, December 31, 2022

As 2023 begins, South Florida’s wintertime Caribbean cruise season is in full swing. Two of the world’s top cruise ports, PortMiami and Port Everglades, are welcoming new ships and new itineraries. For example, the new Celebrity Beyond is sailing from …

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Penguins galore are viewable along the shores of Antarctica. A Silver Endeavour cruise is one way to experience this wildlife spotting. Photo by Susan J. Young

Antarctica Cruise: Penguins Galore at Paulet Island

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, December 27, 2022

Throughout our 10-day, Antarctica cruise on Silversea Cruises‘ expeditionary Silver Endeavour, penguins appeared here, there and everywhere! Just as travelers head to the Arctic region hoping to see polar bears and reindeer, they venture to Antarctica for penguins. Yes, one …

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Lee Alvarez, a professional travel advisor from Pavlus Travel, is shown at Versailles, France. Photo provided by Lee Alvarez.

Travel Advisor Spotlight! Pavlus Travel’s Lee Alvarez Specializes in Luxury Cruises & Tours

By Shelby Steudle on Thursday, December 22, 2022

Professional travel advisor Lee Alvarez, a 16-year Pavlus Travel veteran, is shown at Versailles near Paris, one of her favorite destinations. When travelers who’ve returned from a premium/luxury tour or cruise can’t wait to tell their professional travel advisor. Lee …

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Sound-and-light show at Hong Kong. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Luxurious Asian Cruises: Three Seabourn Itineraries We’d Love to Take!

By Susan J. Young on Tuesday, December 20, 2022

As the world “opens up” to exotic travel once again, many upscale cruise lines are heading back to Asia. Among them is ultra-luxury Seabourn. If you’re interested in luxurious Asian cruises, check out The Meandering Traveler’s top three picks for …

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The living room of the Iconic Suite on Celebrity Beyond. Photo by Celebrity Cruises.

Founder’s Blog: First-Hand Look at Celebrity Beyond’s New Perks & Spaces

By Craig Pavlus on Friday, December 16, 2022

From the Desk of Craig Pavlus, founder and chairman, Pavlus Travel As I ambled along the Grand Plaza of the new 3,260-passenger Celebrity Beyond last month, I immediately noticed that this gathering space was slightly different than on Celebrity Cruises’ …

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