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10 of the Best Expedition Cruises for Snorkelers

Jun 29, 2017 | Contributor: Andrew Castles

If you’re a keen snorkeler looking for your next vacation idea, we have pulled together ten of the best places to snorkel around the world on an expedition cruise.

The Ritz-Carlton Sets Sail: The First Luxury Hotel Brand to Offer a Bespoke Yacht Experience

Jun 22, 2017 | Contributor: Susan Kime

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., part of Marriott International, Inc. announced its entry into the luxury yachting and cruise industry.

The Great Wonders of China with Viking River

Jun 12, 2017 | Contributor: Alison Abbott

The law of averages indicates that most of us will probably only make one trip to China in a lifetime. The country is vast, the language barrier real and the population overwhelming.

Cruising the Mekong River with AmaWaterways

May 14, 2017 | Contributor: Eric Rosen

Zipping from city to city on low-cost airlines or high-speed trains has become the norm these days.

10 of 2017's Best Adventurous Cruise Destinations

May 8, 2017 | Contributor: Andrew Castles

Over the past few years, expedition-style cruises have taken off, with travelers making it to some of the most remote places in the world, while still being able to retreat the comfort of a suite.

Luxury at Sea Alters Course With New Celebrity Edge

Mar 28, 2017 | Contributor: Jill Weinlein

Cruising has altered course as Celebrity Cruises has moved forward in luxury travel with their new Edge class ships.

Dive the Site of the Infamous Titanic Shipwreck Next Spring

Mar 17, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

In 1912, the world’s largest ship embarked on its maiden voyage from Southampton, England to New York City. Four days later, the Titanic sank into the Atlantic Ocean two hours after hitting an iceberg. While most know the story of the infamous ship, its story still continues to captivate us, 105 years later.

Celebrity Edge: A New Cruise Line for Young, Affluent Travelers

Mar 16, 2017 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

In October of last year, Richard Branson promised his new cruise line would be a different kind of experience, a sexier more glamorous voyage meant to attract a younger set of travelers. On Monday, Richard Fain, the chief executive officer of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. and Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, CEO of Celebrity Cruises made a similar announcement with the introduction of their newest category of ship set to debut next year. The Celebrity-Edge class vessels are hoping to disrupt the industry with their cutting-edge designs and tricked-out amenities.

Exotic River Cruise Itineraries with Jean-Michel Cousteau Launch This Year

Feb 16, 2017 | Contributor: Meredith Pruden

Across Europe, the popularity of river cruising has steadily increased through the last half decade with surges of travelers embarking on itineraries along the Rhine, The Seine, the Danube and more.

9 Highlights From an Ocean Cruise Aboard the New Viking Sea

Jan 4, 2017 | Contributor: Eric Rosen

Dancing on the lido deck. Midnight buffets. Shuffleboard tournaments. Long gone are the days that cruising held such mundane charms. Instead, seagoing ships offer everything from full-service spas to Broadway-style spectacles.

A Christmas Markets Odyssey Down The Danube

Dec 26, 2013 | Contributor: Susan Kime

Chiaroscuro — the contrasting movement of light and dark, background and foreground — usually found in static paintings is present on Viking River Cruises' Christmas Markets tour. The moment-to-moment land and waterscape changes cruising down the Danube are defined across the wake of Central European history. Unlike most rivers, the Danube moves 1492 miles, from west to east originating in Germany's Black Forest, and cutting through ten countries, finally emptying into the Black Sea in Romania.

Branson Ditches His Cruise Line for Something Sexier

Oct 31, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Sir Richard Branson isn’t a fan of cruises. Or at least, doesn’t love the sound of them. “I have never been on a cruise, and never wanted to—they sound stuffy and dull. But I would love to go on a voyage—they sound adventurous, exciting and glamourous,” said the entrepreneur during the unveiling of his new ~~cruise~~ voyage line this past month.

Inside Crystal Cruises' Extravagant New Private Jet

Sep 28, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Crystal Cruises has been in the news quite a bit this past year. In December of 2015 the brand added a seafaring yacht to their fleet and then debuted their on-demand, 12-seat private jet in the spring. But their newest announcement might be their most exciting yet for wanderlusters.

Every Maldives Visitor Should Experience These 4 Things | Sponsored Content by Milaidhoo Island, Maldives

Sep 13, 2016 | Contributor: Milaidhoo Maldives

The Maldives are an archipelago of 1,192 coral islands grouped into 26 coral atolls in the Indian Ocean. Which means, choosing which one to visit can be a pretty tough decision. Blue lagoons, extensive reefs and an amazing underwater world, you really can’t go wrong with any single island. While visiting this earthly paradise, you’ll never be lacking in exciting activities to participate in between all of that much-needed downtime. If relaxing is your main objective though, be sure to at least squeeze in these four must-do experiences in the Maldives:

Part 2: Coasting Along the Mekong on Viking River Cruise's 15-Day Trip

Aug 11, 2016 | Contributor: Janice Nieder

The Magnificent Mekong cruise starts and ends in Vietnam. During the first portion you'll make your way through Cambodia before venturing back through Vietnam. Once in Vietnam, you'll head to the French-conceived, former capital city of Hanoi which is filled with cultural sites, Buddhist temples, pagodas and a lively Old Quarter.