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Explora is Halfway to its Dream Fleet

Now there are three out of six. Explora Journeys has taken delivery of Explora III, marking a significant milestone in the growth of the luxury ocean travel brand. Explora represents MSC Group’s investment of more [...]
Abercrombie & Kent

Egypt Gears Up for a Nile Cruise Boom

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities has launched a new Digital Visa-on-Arrival System to simplify entry procedures for international travelers. The pilot phase of the new system has begun at Cairo International Airport, and [...]
AmaWaterways

Low Water Turns River Cruises Into Adventures

Soaring temperatures and drought that’s led to extremely low river levels in Europe are forcing cruise lines to adapt, with what some guests are calling “magical mystery cruises.”While the worst of the heat wave appears [...]
Cruise Lines

Victory Locks in Regional Flavors with Culinary Curator

Victory Cruise Lines is making a commitment to regional Canadian and American cuisine with a new Culinary Curator. James Beard Award winner and television personality Michelle Bernstein has been named Chef Partner.Working alongside the company’s [...]
Cruise Lines

Crystal for Kids? This New Ship Expands Options

A luxurious new cruise ship is adding attractions for the next generations of cruisers. New youth and teen centers, a shallow pool and new family spaces are part of Crystal Cruises’ additions to the new [...]

Regent Reveals Art Treasures at Sea

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It’s taken two years to curate and commission and $5-million to buy the art aboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ newest ship, Seven Seas Splendor. The 300-piece collection from artists around the world will debut when [...]

Romantic Roman Hotel with a Billion Dollar View

July 18, 2022 1

Interested in a vacation home in Rome worthy of nobility? The Villa Aurora built by the ultra-powerful Boncompagni Ludovisi family complete with ceiling art painted by Caravaggio has just gone on the market. Even after […]

AmaWaterways Christens Pioneering Colombia Cruises

June 19, 2025 1

AmaWaterways officially christened of the first luxury river cruise ship to navigate the iconic Magdalena River. AmaMagdalena marks a historic milestone not only for the company but also for the development of sustainable tourism in […]

Insider’s Tips for Seeing Istanbul’s Big 5 in a Single Visit

August 17, 2023 1

Just scanning Istanbul’s minaret-studded skyline on the busy Bosphorus that divides Europe from Asia evokes images of genies and wizards and magical flying carpets. It’s Constantinople, the coveted city that inspired Crusades and Tales of […]

Victory Locks in Regional Flavors with Culinary Curator

July 23, 2026 0

Victory Cruise Lines is making a commitment to regional Canadian and American cuisine with a new Culinary Curator. James Beard Award winner and television personality Michelle Bernstein has been named Chef Partner. Working alongside the […]

Crystal Adds Triple Michelin Starred Chef

August 21, 2024 1

Crystal has scored a groundbreaking collaboration with world-renowned chefs Massimiliano Alajmo— the youngest chef ever to be awarded three Michelin stars– and his equally talented brother Raffaele, to bring their unparalleled expertise to specialty dining […]