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The Galapagos Islands’ ‘Big 15’ Wildlife Species

River or Ocean Cruises Provincia de Galápagos, Ecuador

On safari in Africa, it’s the ‘Big 5’ signature species. But on the other side of the world, in another extraordinary landscape, the can’t miss, iconic wildlife is summed up...

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Here Comes the Sun! New Sun Princess Makes North American Debut

River or Ocean Cruises

Sun Princess has arrived in Ft. Lauderdale for her first winter season after the 4300-guest ship’s inaugural Mediterranean season. The latest “Love Boat” to join the Princess Cruises fleet has...

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New Digital Border Forms and Airport Hall Transform Travel to St. Maarten

Before your trip

New digital border processing and hall at SXM airport mean arriving for your next trip to the Caribbean’s famous twin-nation island will be faster, easier, and better than ever before....

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New Small-Ship Ultra-Luxury Cruise Line Launches 2nd Ship; Explora III and IV On the Way

River or Ocean Cruises

During a spectacular naming ceremony in Civitavecchia – the port for Rome, Italy – Explora Journeys launched Explora II. The September, 2024 event marked the debut of the second of...

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Expedition Cruise Line Introduces "Only at the Poles" Dining Experience

Dining

Atlas Ocean Voyages, the small-ship cruise line that expanded the concept of expedition cruising from remote, polar exploration to include concepts like its ‘Epicurean Expeditions,’ has debuted “The Explorer’s Table.”...

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This Overwater Pickleball Court is Causing a ‘Racket’

Outdoor Activities

The pickleball craze continues! Not content to dominate community parks around North America, the sociable, ‘tennis light’ paddle sport is taking root in holiday destinations – not just on land...

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Fun Facts About Norway’s Fjords

Outdoor Activities Norway

Norway is so famous for its fjords, the Norwegian word has become part of the international travel dialect. In languages around the world, ‘fjord’ means a deep, natural sea channel...

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New Record Set at Sea: World's Largest Pizza Party

Dining

Plenty of cruise lines swear they serve the best pizza. But only one cruise line can now claim to hold the Guinness World Record for World’s Largest Pizza Party. Over...

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Explora Journeys' New Onboard Experiences Elevate Luxury, Small-Ship Lifestyle

River or Ocean Cruises

Explora Journeys has unveiled a program that allows guests to customize their life on board, interact with others, access moments, and delight in pop up entertainment that will transform their...

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VIDEO: Behind the Scenes Tour of the Submarine Hangar on a Viking Expedition Cruise

Adventure

Viking has two expedition cruise ships and each is equipped with 2 ‘yellow submarines,’ zodiacs, kayaks, and special operations boats that allow guests to launch into excursions right off the...

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VIDEO: Incredible! Helicopter Quest for Emperor Penguins on the Scenic Eclipse in Antarctica

Adventure Antarctica,

The Scenic Eclipse ultra-luxury expedition ship is equipped with not one – but two, 6-seat helicopters – and they were the key to a life-changing excursion during our cruise in...

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VIDEO: The Best Highlights of a Viking Great Lakes Expedition Cruise

Adventure

 Zodiaks, kayaks and submarines, oh my! Expedition ships are opening up a whole new way of cruising and experiencing the world – even parts of the world you may think you...

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How Many Ways to Celebrate Adventure on a Seabourn Expedition Cruise?

River or Ocean Cruises Greenland

With more cruise lines getting into expedition cruising, travelers have more options about how they want their expedition cruise experience. From the extremes of barebones to the ultimate in luxe?...

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VIDEO: Dramatic Sailing Through One of the World’s Largest Fjords in the Arctic Aboard Seabourn Venture

Adventure Greenland

“The best morning of my life.” That was a cameraman’s reaction to filming in one of the hottest cruise destinations today. The Arctic’s icecaps, glaciers, icebergs and fjords are drawing...

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Ports of Call You Can't Miss in the Eastern Mediterranean’s Newest Cruise Hub

Sightseeing

The Mediterranean is full of ancient maritime cultures, but some seaside countries are just recently becoming popular cruise destinations. One up-and-coming cruise hub in the eastern end of this historic...

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Where do Expedition Cruises Sail? And Where Will You be Able to Go Next?

Adventure

Many people have heard about luxury expedition cruises to the Antarctic. But there’s a whole world of expedition cruising out there you may never have heard of.  Cruise/ travel journalist and...

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Is a Luxury Expedition Cruise Right for You? An Expert Explains

River or Ocean Cruises

Luxury expedition cruising is one of the fastest-growing trends in cruising - but who really sails on these voyages? And more importantly, are they right for you? Maybe it's time...

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What Exactly is a Luxury Expedition Cruise? An Expert Dispels Myths About One of the Hottest Trends in Cruising

Adventure

What’s the real difference between a luxury, small ship cruise and a luxury expedition cruise? Many cruise travelers don't know what they’re missing. So cruise travel journalist Lynn Elmhirst sat down...

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What Exactly is a Luxury Expedition Cruise? An Expert Dispels Myths About One of the Hottest Trends in Cruising

Adventure

What’s the real difference between a luxury, small ship cruise and a luxury expedition cruise? Many cruise travelers don't know what they’re missing. So cruise travel journalist Lynn Elmhirst sat down...

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Sailing Into Beautiful St. Barths

Luxury Saint Barthelemy, St. Barts

In a world of over-exposure, St. Barthelemy retains its luxe mystique as one of the most exclusive, most chic islands in the Caribbean. Off the beaten track, and with French flair,...

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This New Cruise Ship will House its Own Exclusively-Designed Fabergé Egg

River or Ocean Cruises

A custom, sea-inspired Fabergé egg made especially for the ship will serve as the focal point of Regent Seven Seas Grandeur's stunning, multi-million dollar art collection when she sets sail...

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Regent Seven Seas Cruises' New Shore Excursions Immerse You in Ecology, Design

River or Ocean Cruises

Calling all design lovers and eco-wanderers! Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises has launched two new shore excursion concepts. “Behind the Design” and “Eco-Connect” shore excursions roll out beginning...

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This New Cruise Ship will House its Own Exclusively-Designed Fabergé Egg

River or Ocean Cruises

A custom, sea-inspired Fabergé egg made especially for the ship will serve as the focal point of Regent Seven Seas Grandeur's stunning, multi-million dollar art collection when she sets sail...

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North American Cruising is Complete: Canada Reopens, Intra-Island Hawaiian Cruises Resume

River or Ocean Cruises

The return of cruise travel has looked like a bit of a jigsaw puzzle. Piece by piece, cruise lines have worked out how to resurrect itineraries within the Caribbean, from the...

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