A Whole New River Cruise Destination as AmaWaterways Launches 1st Colombia Ship

AmaWaterways has debuted the AmaMagdalena, the first-ever major river cruise line ship to navigate Colombia’s Magdalena River. The launch opens a completely new cruise destination for fans of river cruising...

Cruise to the Total Solar Eclipse in 2026!

On August 12, 2026, we are in for a rare and remarkable celestial event – a total solar eclipse - and a cruise may be the best place for you...

Four Seasons Yachts Picks "Celebrity" Captain for Inaugural Ship

Four Seasons Yachts is set to debut in January, 2026, and when its first small-ship, ultra-luxury vessel takes to the seas, it will be helmed by a very familiar figure....

2 Cruise Lines Implement New Age Restrictions on Young Travelers

Two of the world’s biggest cruise lines are cracking down on young travelers cruising on their own. Royal Caribbean Cruise Line and Carnival Cruise Line quietly changed their minimum age...

Beyond the Nightclubs: World Heritage Reasons to Cruise Spain’s Balearic Islands

Before Ibiza earned its reputation as the world’s hot spot for beach club nightlife and its electronic dance music scene, the Balearic Islands stayed under the radar of all but...

Blockbuster Britain is the ‘Reel’ Star of Film-Inspired Travel to the UK

If you’re like 9 out of every 10 people planning to travel to the UK, you’re keen to visit a film or TV location during your trip. For example, many...

Hotel in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Villa on the French Riviera Celebrates Anniversary of The Great Gatsby

Are you planning a cruise that embarks or disembarks in the South of France? You can re-live the era of the epic Lost Generation by staying in the hotel in...

Top Souvenirs to Bring Home from a Trip to Ireland

St. Patrick’s Day may be the day when we are all just a little bit Irish – but anytime we visit Ireland, we can bring home a little bit of...

Tahiti and More: Gems of French Polynesia to Discover on Your Paul Gauguin Cruise

There’s magic in the word ‘Tahiti.’ It conjures up visions of the ultimate tropical escape and sailing serenely through pristine, jewel-toned waters that kiss the undeveloped, palm-lined shores and reflect...

Dive Into Local Tradition at the Caribbean’s Only Channel Swim

For nearly a quarter century, it’s been the premiere open water swimming event of the Caribbean. And again this March, swimmers from around the world challenge themselves on the Nevis to...

This Popular Ocean Cruise Line is Launching River Cruises!

If you love Celebrity Cruises on the seas and have always thought of taking a river cruise, mark 2027 on your calendar. That’s when Celebrity River Cruises is launching –...

Beyond the Nightclubs: World Heritage Reasons to Visit Spain’s Balearic Islands

Before Ibiza earned its reputation as the world’s hot spot for beach club nightlife and its electronic dance music scene, the Balearic Islands stayed under the radar of all but...

2 Cruise Lines Implement New Age Restrictions on Young Travelers

Two of the world’s biggest cruise lines are cracking down on young travelers cruising on their own. Royal Caribbean Cruise Line and Carnival Cruise Line quietly changed their minimum age...

We Have a Winner!

We are delighted to announce that the World's Greatest Cruises' first contest giveaway has a winner. Inspired by Lynn's ‘Ultimate Cruise Packing Guide,’ we decided to give away a Longchamp...

Hong Kong's One-of-a-Kind Chinese New Year Festivities

Chinese New Year is celebrated in over a dozen countries, but Hong Kong’s festivities make it one of the most exciting, colorful, flavorful places in the world to ring in...

Don’t Miss This: The Once-in-a-Generation Tradition Transforming Rome This Year

Once every 25 years, the epicenter of the Catholic faith becomes an even greater pilgrimage destination for the world’s faithful, with a Holy Year. For any cruise beginning or ending...

Tahiti and More: Gems of French Polynesia to Discover on Your Paul Gauguin Cruise

There’s magic in the word ‘Tahiti.’ It conjures up visions of the ultimate tropical escape and sailing serenely through pristine, jewel-toned waters that kiss the undeveloped, palm-lined shores and reflect...

Another Beloved Major Port on the Med Banning Cruise Ships Beginning Summer 2025

Small ship cruising has many benefits, but increasingly, mere access – even to bigger ports – is available only to guests on smaller ships. The latest domino to fall is...

Attention Cruise Travelers: Save During Wave!

Welcome to Wave Season! Wave after wave of promotions, offers and perks that make booking your next – or your first! - cruise irresistible. Cruise lines compete to outdo each...

Travel Good News Stories to End – and Start – the Year Right

It feels like we could all use some good news right now – and luckily, this year, travel has provided us with lots of reasons to feel hopeful and uplifted...

MSC Cruises’ Private Island Cultivating Conservation Success with Super Coral Program

MSC Cruises and the MSC Foundation are sharing some good news for the world’s seas coming from the Super Coral Program at the cruise line’s private island in The Bahamas,...

New Battleship Memorial Exhibit at Pearl Harbor for 80th Anniversary of End of WWII in the Pacific

December 7, 1941, is remembered annually for the attack on Hawai’i’s Pearl Harbor that drew the USA into World War 2. But September 2, 1945, is just as important in...

France’s Christmas Miracle: Spectacular Reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris After Fire

Restored to its former glory and beyond, Notre Dame de Paris has risen from the ashes of a 2019 fire that many feared meant the end of an era for...

How to Get the UK's Mandatory, New Electronic Entry Permit for Your Next Trip to Britain

Beginning January 8, 2025, American and Canadian travelers to the United Kingdom will be required to apply - in advance of your trip - for the UK’s new Electronic Travel...

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