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Windstar Debuts First of a New Class of Ships: Star Seeker
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Windstar Debuts First of a New Class of Ships: Star Seeker

Small-ship cruise line Windstar has christened the first newbuild ship to join its fleet. Star Seeker represents a new class of ships and a new era for the small-ship cruise...

Windstar Debuts First of a New Class of Ships: Star Seeker
3 min read

Windstar Debuts First of a New Class of Ships: Star Seeker

Small-ship cruise line Windstar has christened the first newbuild ship to join its fleet. Star Seeker represents a new class of ships and a new era for the small-ship cruise...

Top 10 Souvenirs from the French Riviera
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Top 10 Souvenirs from the French Riviera

France’s legendary Côte d’Azur has long been a fabled coastline of sunshine, glamour, and the good life in true French and Mediterranean style. It’s irresistible! And of course, you’re going...

Top 10 Souvenirs from the French Riviera
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Top 10 Souvenirs from the French Riviera

France’s legendary Côte d’Azur has long been a fabled coastline of sunshine, glamour, and the good life in true French and Mediterranean style. It’s irresistible! And of course, you’re going...

Oceania Cruises Goes Adults-Only: A New Trend?
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Oceania Cruises Goes Adults-Only: A New Trend?

Oceania Cruises has joined an exclusive cruising club, announcing that it’s joining the ranks of cruise lines banning kids. You may be surprised which – and how few - cruise...

Oceania Cruises Goes Adults-Only: A New Trend?
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Oceania Cruises Goes Adults-Only: A New Trend?

Oceania Cruises has joined an exclusive cruising club, announcing that it’s joining the ranks of cruise lines banning kids. You may be surprised which – and how few - cruise...

Welcome Wave Season and Save!
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Welcome Wave Season and Save!

'Tis the season for cruise travelers to save! Wave Season is that time of year when cruise lines roll out wave after wave of promotions, perks, and irresistible offers. They’re...

Welcome Wave Season and Save!
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Welcome Wave Season and Save!

'Tis the season for cruise travelers to save! Wave Season is that time of year when cruise lines roll out wave after wave of promotions, perks, and irresistible offers. They’re...

Get In the Know About the Islands of Italy
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Get In the Know About the Islands of Italy

Travel beyond ‘the boot’ to Italy’s inspiring islands. With thousands of miles of Mediterranean coastline, some of the best Italian destinations are floating dramatically offshore, from the world-famous to others...

Get In the Know About the Islands of Italy
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Get In the Know About the Islands of Italy

Travel beyond ‘the boot’ to Italy’s inspiring islands. With thousands of miles of Mediterranean coastline, some of the best Italian destinations are floating dramatically offshore, from the world-famous to others...

Regent Launches Epicurean Enrichment Studios; Part of Multi-Million Dollar Refurbishment
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Regent Launches Epicurean Enrichment Studios; Part of Multi-Million Dollar Refurbishment

The immersive, state-of-the-art culinary theaters feature the ‘Epicurean Passport Series,’ chef-hosted dining, and destination-inspired shore excursions. Epicurean Enrichment Studios debuts in spring 2026 exclusively on board 2 of the ultra-luxury...

Regent Launches Epicurean Enrichment Studios; Part of Multi-Million Dollar Refurbishment
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Regent Launches Epicurean Enrichment Studios; Part of Multi-Million Dollar Refurbishment

The immersive, state-of-the-art culinary theaters feature the ‘Epicurean Passport Series,’ chef-hosted dining, and destination-inspired shore excursions. Epicurean Enrichment Studios debuts in spring 2026 exclusively on board 2 of the ultra-luxury...

Celebrating the Night: Seabourn’s ‘Noctourism’ Experiences
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Celebrating the Night: Seabourn’s ‘Noctourism’ Experiences

During the shortest days and longest nights of the year, ultra-luxury cruise line Seabourn is shining a spotlight on ways it gives guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the...

Celebrating the Night: Seabourn’s ‘Noctourism’ Experiences
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Celebrating the Night: Seabourn’s ‘Noctourism’ Experiences

During the shortest days and longest nights of the year, ultra-luxury cruise line Seabourn is shining a spotlight on ways it gives guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the...

VIDEO: A New Kind of Expedition Cruising by Atlas Ocean Voyages: Epicurean Expeditions
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VIDEO: A New Kind of Expedition Cruising by Atlas Ocean Voyages: Epicurean Expeditions

Expedition cruises are a fast-growing, life-changing way to see the world in a different way. Atlas Ocean Voyages, with its fleet of small, yacht-like ships that also have polar capabilities,...

VIDEO: A New Kind of Expedition Cruising by Atlas Ocean Voyages: Epicurean Expeditions
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VIDEO: A New Kind of Expedition Cruising by Atlas Ocean Voyages: Epicurean Expeditions

Expedition cruises are a fast-growing, life-changing way to see the world in a different way. Atlas Ocean Voyages, with its fleet of small, yacht-like ships that also have polar capabilities,...

VIDEO SHIP TOUR: Antarctic Expeditions and Luxury Yachting all the in the Same Scenic Ship
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VIDEO SHIP TOUR: Antarctic Expeditions and Luxury Yachting all the in the Same Scenic Ship

You might say it’s a tale of two ships – all wrapped into one! Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours made waves recently with its announcement of its new class of...

VIDEO SHIP TOUR: Antarctic Expeditions and Luxury Yachting all the in the Same Scenic Ship
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VIDEO SHIP TOUR: Antarctic Expeditions and Luxury Yachting all the in the Same Scenic Ship

You might say it’s a tale of two ships – all wrapped into one! Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours made waves recently with its announcement of its new class of...

The Best Way to Avoid Crowds on a Cruise to Santorini
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The Best Way to Avoid Crowds on a Cruise to Santorini

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity cruise guests are getting a private beach escape on one of Greece’s most famous – and famously busy - islands. The new Royal Beach Club Santorini...

The Best Way to Avoid Crowds on a Cruise to Santorini
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The Best Way to Avoid Crowds on a Cruise to Santorini

Royal Caribbean and Celebrity cruise guests are getting a private beach escape on one of Greece’s most famous – and famously busy - islands. The new Royal Beach Club Santorini...

Scenic Announces New Class of Luxury Expedition Ship with Pre-Release Pricing
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Scenic Announces New Class of Luxury Expedition Ship with Pre-Release Pricing

Scenic Group has announced the launch of Scenic Ikon, a new class of ‘Discovery Yachts’- and the opening of bookings at special pre-release pricing. Scenic Ikon joins the luxury cruise line’s...

Scenic Announces New Class of Luxury Expedition Ship with Pre-Release Pricing
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Scenic Announces New Class of Luxury Expedition Ship with Pre-Release Pricing

Scenic Group has announced the launch of Scenic Ikon, a new class of ‘Discovery Yachts’- and the opening of bookings at special pre-release pricing. Scenic Ikon joins the luxury cruise line’s...

The World’s Biggest Cruise Line Marks a 100-ship Milestone
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The World’s Biggest Cruise Line Marks a 100-ship Milestone

It sails 21 rivers, 5 oceans, and all 7 continents with more ships than any other single cruise line in the world. And now, with the naming of nine new...

The World’s Biggest Cruise Line Marks a 100-ship Milestone
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The World’s Biggest Cruise Line Marks a 100-ship Milestone

It sails 21 rivers, 5 oceans, and all 7 continents with more ships than any other single cruise line in the world. And now, with the naming of nine new...

Holland America Line Debuts First Lipstick Blending Bar at Sea
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Holland America Line Debuts First Lipstick Blending Bar at Sea

You’ll have a bright lip for your stylish ship! Holland America Line’s new ‘Blend Bar’ onboard experience allows guests to design their own customized lipstick or gloss – the first...

Holland America Line Debuts First Lipstick Blending Bar at Sea
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Holland America Line Debuts First Lipstick Blending Bar at Sea

You’ll have a bright lip for your stylish ship! Holland America Line’s new ‘Blend Bar’ onboard experience allows guests to design their own customized lipstick or gloss – the first...

Riviera Designates World First Solo Cruise Ship
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Riviera Designates World First Solo Cruise Ship

Solo travel keeps growing, and now there’s a river ship just for singletons to enjoy cruising together for the whole season! Riviera Travel is launching the first-ever cruise ship dedicated...

Riviera Designates World First Solo Cruise Ship
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Riviera Designates World First Solo Cruise Ship

Solo travel keeps growing, and now there’s a river ship just for singletons to enjoy cruising together for the whole season! Riviera Travel is launching the first-ever cruise ship dedicated...

Sneak Peek at Celebrity Cruises’ New River Ships
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Sneak Peek at Celebrity Cruises’ New River Ships

How is Celebrity Cruises bringing their revolutionary, ‘Edge-class’ ocean ship design and lifestyle to the rivers of Europe? The cruise line has now revealed at least part of its vision...

Sneak Peek at Celebrity Cruises’ New River Ships
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Sneak Peek at Celebrity Cruises’ New River Ships

How is Celebrity Cruises bringing their revolutionary, ‘Edge-class’ ocean ship design and lifestyle to the rivers of Europe? The cruise line has now revealed at least part of its vision...

How to get Your Downton Abbey Travel Fix as its “Grand Finale” Hits Theaters
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How to get Your Downton Abbey Travel Fix as its “Grand Finale” Hits Theaters

“Set-jetting” to locations in Britain means that you don’t have to say goodbye to the beloved characters of Downton Abbey, even if the final film has been released. The clever...

How to get Your Downton Abbey Travel Fix as its “Grand Finale” Hits Theaters
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How to get Your Downton Abbey Travel Fix as its “Grand Finale” Hits Theaters

“Set-jetting” to locations in Britain means that you don’t have to say goodbye to the beloved characters of Downton Abbey, even if the final film has been released. The clever...

Scenic Enrich: The Exclusive Events that Take Scenic Cruise Luxury to New Heights
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Scenic Enrich: The Exclusive Events that Take Scenic Cruise Luxury to New Heights

Private, after-hours Scenic Enrich cultural events, just for guests of Scenic ocean and river cruises, take a luxury voyage to next-level privilege. Here are my experiences of three Scenic Enrich...

Tauck Launching Small Groups Just for Travelers in Their 40’s and 50’s
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Tauck Launching Small Groups Just for Travelers in Their 40’s and 50’s

They say ’50 is the new 30!’ And now there’s a new brand of travel experiences - designed just for this new generation of travelers - with maturity, busy lives,...

Cruising Gets a New “Star:” Royal Caribbean’s Latest Icon Class Ship Debuts
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Cruising Gets a New “Star:” Royal Caribbean’s Latest Icon Class Ship Debuts

Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas has launched in a glittering ceremony. The line’s latest Icon-class ship’s christening event lit up Port Canaveral, Florida. You might say it was ‘written...

VIDEO: The River Cruise Ship with the Most Restaurants
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VIDEO: The River Cruise Ship with the Most Restaurants

Foodies take note! The Riverside Mozart has broken the mould when it comes to river cruise dining! It has more restaurants than I've ever seen on a river cruise ship....

Viking Launching First Ever River Cruises in India
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Viking Launching First Ever River Cruises in India

Beginning in 2027, Viking will add another exotic river and destination to its global collection of cruises, which is good news for devoted Viking fans looking for new places to...

American Cruise Lines Launches its Newest Class of Ships on 4th July
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American Cruise Lines Launches its Newest Class of Ships on 4th July

American Cruise Lines celebrated Independence Day 2025 – and started its countdown to America’s 250th anniversary in 2026 – with the launch of its newest class of ships. Sticking with...

VIDEO: Meet the Local Chef Bringing Greenland Fine Dining to Arctic Cruises
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VIDEO: Meet the Local Chef Bringing Greenland Fine Dining to Arctic Cruises

If you’re thinking about an Arctic expedition cruise to experience extraordinary land and seascapes, iconic wildlife sightings, and Inuit cultural immersion… add to that list Quark Expedition's onboard Arctic fine...

Is This the Largest, Most Expensive Cruise Ship Suite Ever?
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Is This the Largest, Most Expensive Cruise Ship Suite Ever?

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has revealed the Skyview Regent Suite on the upcoming Seven Seas Prestige… and it’s the biggest – and the priciest – suite in cruise ship history!...