Loyal past guests of Crystal Cruises were incredibly sad and in disbelief earlier this year as the ultra-luxury brand ceased operations. In the wake of parent Genting Hong Kong’s financial woes, two classic Crystal ships, Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, …
Do you desire a luxury cruise but prefer a truly relaxed, friendly, casual onboard aura? Then, talk with your travel advisor about small-ship Windstar Cruises. In June 2022, The Meandering Traveler sailed on the line’s revitalized/lengthened Star Pride (photo above …
Are you a river cruiser who loves art? Or, do you have a passion for museums or immersing yourself in local culture and heritage? Then, let’s go “museum hopping” within one of Europe’s most popular river cruising regions. Check …
Hot Off the Presses: “The U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) Drops One Onerous U.S. Entry Requirement!” Effective June 12, 2022, Americans no longer must present a pre-flight, negative COVID-19 test to an airline prior to their international …
From 1977 to 1986, Americans by the millions tuned into a Saturday night of TV viewing by watching “The Love Boat.” Viewers watched the shipboard lifestyle of cruise guests and became familiar with “the crew.” Appearing weekly were: Captain Merrill …
From 1977 to 1986, tuning into “The Love Boat” on TV was a favorite American past-time. For many consumers, each of the 250 prime-time ABC episodes delivered an hour of pure escapism. Most notably, this comedy-drama show showcased the cruise …
The Great Lakes conjur up imagery of dramatic scenery, vibrant cities, gorgeous islets, eco-adventure, quaint small towns, fantastic museums and other cultural or heritage activities. Many consumers book their cruise to see thundering Niagara Falls or soak up the romantic …
It’s that time again! The Meandering Traveler has picked its “Top 10 Best Travel Happenings & News” for May 2022. Some are big news announcements. Others are enticing product moves, revealing research findings or new travel services. So, without further …
What cruise region is “super hot” this summer? Yes, Alaska is highly popular, and so are America’s rivers. But we’re talking about an entirely different region — the Great Lakes of North America. Also called the Laurentian Great Lakes, …
Thinking of a cruise vacation, but concerned about the caloric temptations — delicious food, colorful cocktails and snacks galore? The good news is that staying fit or keeping off the pounds on a cruise vacation isn’t an impossible dream. It’s …
