The Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, are Mother Nature’s own light show, one of travel's most mesmerizing natural phenomena that nothing man-made can beat. Electrically charged particles from the sun interact with Earth's atmosphere, creating shimmering curtains of green, purple, pink and occasionally red that dance across the night sky. Standing in the glow of this mystical...
Read More »Take a video tour of the new cruise ship – the first of a whole new cruise line - that’s based on a premise you might find surprising. It means you can’t book a single room on this ship! Transcend Cruises launched in 2026 with a very different idea: charter-only river cruises in Europe. If you thought that...
Read More »A new generation of Caribbean resorts is delving deep — sometimes literally — into the nature, culture and traditions of their destinations to go far beyond the beach and offer experiences that truly deliver on the promise of ‘a sense of place.’ Three new and returning resort experiences in Mexico, The Bahamas and Saint Lucia illustrate the...
Read More »The pickleball takeover of cruising seems complete with news that Holland America Line is set to host the first-ever Professional Pickleball Association – yes, there’s a Professional Pickleball Association! – competition on a private island. The Professional Pickleball Association Invitational takes place in March, 2027 on Holland America Line’s private island beach resort in The Bahamas, Half...
Read More »For birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoons, family reunions, friends’ getaways, and wedding trips, Madrid and the Region of Madrid know how to make every occasion truly unforgettable. And that matters, because this is not a city and region to be reduced to a reservation and a toast. Madrid is best enjoyed when the celebration moves through the whole...
Read More »While a dinner with friends or a backyard party can be delightful, there’s something undeniably special about commemorating your day somewhere new — a place that transforms a simple celebration into an unforgettable event. From sun-soaked beaches to romantic city escapes and mountain hideaways, these destinations promise to make your next birthday one to remember.Tulum, MexicoWith...
Read More »A Different Kind of ItineraryMost European river cruises are built to many destinations over the course of the itinerary, moving guests from city to city with a taste of each stop along the way. City Escapes takes the opposite approach. Rather than adding more destinations, these itineraries linger longer in a handful of cities, timed around...
Read More »VietnamFrom bustling capitals to rural villages, and from ancient wonders to modern marvels, Vietnam is a destination that belongs on every traveler’s bucket list. With Uniworld, you’ll do it all in style with an unrivaled degree of all-inclusive luxury. And importantly, we’ve structured this itinerary with a careful eye toward positive local impact. Every town and...
Read More »Unpack Less. Explore More. Discover a New Way to Tour with Globus and CosmosGuided touring has long been one of the most rewarding ways to experience the world, combining expert planning, enriching sightseeing, and seamless travel from start to finish. For 2027, Globus and Cosmos are introducing with a collection of tours designed for travelers who...
Read More »MEDITERRANEAN The new 2027/2028 Mediterranean sailings are here-and it’s our most exciting season ever. The groundbreaking Celebrity Xcel and six additional ships from our fleet return to the region, offering overnight stays in Athens, Copenhagen, Florence, Istanbul, Lisbon, Madeira, and Thessaloniki.Choose from itineraries that deliver an experience unlike any other, with stops in timeless cities, like Barcelona,...
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