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Regent Seven Seas Cruises offers shore excursion to many big game reserves in South Africa. Photo by Tourism South Africa.

Three Regent Seven Seas’ Trips We’d Love to Take! Let’s Sail & Explore!

By Susan J. Young on Thursday, May 19, 2022

Planning your future vacation? How about a pampering, winter-season cruise to a sunny, warm-weather climate? The Meandering Traveler has selected three Regent Seven Seas Cruises winter-season voyages we’d love to take — one each in 2022, 2023 and 2024. Check out …

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A new Florida regional beach access point in South Walton County will open in early summer. Here are girls walking to one of South Walton County's many beaches. Photo by South Walton County, FL. County.

New Florida Attractions & Exhibits: What’s New 2022?

By Susan J. Young on Saturday, May 14, 2022

If you’re heading to the “Sunshine State” for vacation, whether by land or sea, you’ll find many new Florida attractions and activities for 2022. So, talk to your travel advisor, plan your vacation, pack your flip flops, grab your suntan lotion …

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

France River Cruises: Regions to Delight Foodies

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Simply put, France is a foodie’s paradise. In Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux and along French rivers, travelers can savor foie gras, fresh oysters, boeuf Bourguignon and other delectable culinary favorites. The Meandering Traveler likes these six voyages below as great examples …

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The former Crystal Esprit is now revitalized and sails for Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic as National Geographic Islander II. Photo by Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic.

Top Travel and Cruise News & Happenings for April 2022

By Susan J. Young on Friday, May 6, 2022

April 2022, we hardly knew you! Yes, another month has come and gone. Warmer weather is on the way and we know many of you can’t wait to “get back out there” traveling. Here are our picks for the top …

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The bridge across the Mississippi River from Natchez, MS, to Louisiana. Photo by Visit Natchez.

Rolling on the Mississippi River: Top Natchez Attractions-Part 2

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of a two-part series about what’s rolling on the Mississippi River in terms of river cruises and port activities in Natchez, MS. To read Part 1, go here first. If river cruisers are sailing …

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The Towers in Natchez, MS. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Top Attractions in Natchez for Mississippi River Cruisers Part 1

By Susan J. Young on Friday, April 29, 2022

Fast forward from the 1800s to 2022. Arriving at Natchez, MS, by riverboat, cruisers see much of the same Mississippi River scenery that Mark Twain did from a 19th century steamboat. But what are the top attractions? What should travelers …

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Edgartown on Martha's Vineyard. Photo by Tauck Creative.

Best Summer Vacations: 3 of 4 Americans Plan U.S. Travel

By Susan J. Young on Thursday, April 21, 2022

‘reACold weather, icy conditions and snow, be gone! Welcome news is that spring is now in full swing, with summer on the horizon.  So, what destinations deliver the best summer vacations? Drum roll, please! Allianz Partners analyzed nearly 1.8 million …

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Filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan. Photo by Tauck.

Tauck Live Event! Meet Filmmakers Ken Burns & Dayton Duncan on April 20

By Susan J. Young on Friday, April 15, 2022

On Wednesday, April 20, consumers have a fabulous opportunity to listen, watch or participate in the 40th Tauck Live Event. The “wow factor” here is the chance to hear from renowned filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan. The action unfolds …

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Roberto Martinoli, president of Silversea Cruises, and Roberto Martinoli of Silversea Cruises, and Silver Dawn's godmother, Nilou Motamed. Photo by Silversea Cruises.

Luxury Cruises: Insight from President Roberto Martinoli of Silversea Cruises

By Susan J. Young on Monday, April 11, 2022

Well-supported by parent Royal Caribbean Group, ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises is sailing through 2022 with three sparkling, new ships to entice guests to book luxury cruises. One addition is the 596-passenger Silver Moon, launched in mid-2021. Another is its ultra-luxury sister …

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Owner's Suite on Silversea Cruises' new Silver Dawn. Photo by Susan J. Young.

Silver Dawn: 10 Fun Facts about Silversea’s New Ship

By Susan J. Young on Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Last week, The Meandering Traveler merrily sailed along the Iberian Peninsula and witnessed the celebratory christening of the new, 596-passenger Silver Dawn in Lisbon, Portugal. In fact, we were aboard this new Silversea Cruises ship throughout the week as it …

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