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New Ships Put the ‘Luxe’ in Luxury Expedition Cruising to the Remote Oceans of the World

07/22/2021
It’s one of the biggest trends in cruising. Not getting bigger, but getting out there. In style.

Expedition cruises used to be only for the most intrepid travelers. You would join a working research vessel on its voyage to a very distant destination, tolerating the discomfort for the once-in-a-lifetime experience of getting up close and personal with the unique and fascinating natural...

Bubble Cruising? Yes, You Can Cruise Close to Home

06/26/2020 in North America
COVID's impact on travel is having one brilliant effect: it's shining a spotlight on the boom in cruising on the waterways of North America, with new ships and new itineraries to appeal to every cruise traveler's interests.

'Bubble' travel is the first step in the return to travel.

Lynn Elmhirst, Producer/Host of BestTrip TV and cruise expert, explains the unique...

What's a Travel Bubble? Plus 3 Tips For Making the Most of Yours

06/26/2020 in North America
You might see this view sooner than you think.
The world of travel has begun to re-open. But it’s not like the tap has suddenly been turned full blast. More like a trickle. And there’s a clear pattern that’s going to shape your travel opportunities for at least the rest of this year, and possibly into 2021.

Bubble Travel

Human interaction has gone from shelter-in-place,...

8 Facts About the Panama Canal

01/24/2019 in Panama City

Panama is one of the fastest-growing destinations in Central America, and the Panama Canal is the country's star attraction. Although it's on everyone's list of things to experience, the canal is more important as a global shipping transit than tourist experience. 

Whether you sail the canal on your next cruise or watch in action from land, here are 8 things you...

Is a World Cruise Right for You?

10/30/2017 in Anywhere

Cruising is a storied way of travel, full of unique traditions and experiences you'll never enjoy any other way than on a cruise ship.  The World Cruise is one of those time-honored cruising traditions, dating back to the Golden Age of steam ships and a new approach to travel by the most stylish people on both sides of the Atlantic.

The...


Crystal Strikes a Chord with a New Rhine Class of River Cruise Ships

09/04/2017 in Europe

Four Crystal Rhine Class river yachts launch in 2017-2018. In creating a new, signature Crystal experience on the waterways of Europe, the company was inspired by some of the classical music heavy-hitters who made some of the most popular cities in its itineraries long-lasting cultural centers of Europe. The Crystal Bach has made her debut, and the Crystal Mahler, Crystal...


New Cruise Ships Arriving this Fall in the Caribbean

09/02/2016 in Anywhere

If you like 'new ship smell', you won't want to miss the opportunity to experience some of your favorite Caribbean ports of call this winter – in a shiny new cruise ship.

A number of new cruise ships made their entrance on the cruising scene this spring and summer in Europe. But as temperatures cool, they start their migrations, repositioning...


Epic vow renewal options

04/28/2016 in Anywhere

Many times, to celebrate the big day and the life that couples have built together, couples choose to renew their vows.

What could make your vow renewal ceremony more special than renewing your vows aboard a cruise ship or at an exotic resort right? Here are a few vow renewal options to consider while globetrotting the world.

-Renew your vows...


Top Reasons to Take A River Cruise

03/22/2016 in Anywhere

Top Reasons to Take a River Cruise

  • An Intimate Experience

River cruise ships are often exclusively built for the company which means they come with state-of-the-art amenities. They vary in size and can accommodate from 50 to 200 guests with styles ranging from friendly and casual to elegant and refined. Some cruises may cater to families but most are adults...


10 Ways to Save Money on a Cruise

08/25/2015 in Anywhere

Saving on a cruise is simple, and does not require a great deal of work or research. It just requires making a few informed choices when booking and participating on your cruise. Take a peek at how easy it is to enjoy a cruise for less.

Ten Tips for How to Save on a Cruise: 

1. Know what you are paying for. This...