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Now You Can Take an African Safari PLUS Explore the Seychelles on First-of-its-Kind Emerald Cruisetour
Now You Can Take an African Safari PLUS Explore the Seychelles on First-of-its-Kind Emerald Cruisetour

They call the Seychelles the ‘Galapagos of the Indian Ocean’, and Emerald Cruises is doubling down on exotic wilderness with a never-before cruise tour that combines once-in-a-lifetime explorations of the...

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Bye-bye Bunnies: Different Spring Traditions Around the World
Bye-bye Bunnies: Different Spring Traditions Around the World

Spring has sprung and cultures the world over celebrate the season of fresh color and new life. It’s not all about bunnies, lambs, chicks, eggs, chocolate and spring flowers. Here...

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VIDEO: Get Active and Immersed into French Lifestyle on an Emerald Rhone River Cruise
VIDEO: Get Active and Immersed into French Lifestyle on an Emerald Rhone River Cruise

It’s a balancing act – French style! Indulgence meets outdoor activity in the south of France on our Emerald river cruise on the Rhone and the Saone. The south of...

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New Airport, New Tourist Train Offer New Options for Travelers to Mexico
New Airport, New Tourist Train Offer New Options for Travelers to Mexico

Tulum's brand-new international airport – plus the inauguration of a tourist train in Mexico's Yucatan peninsula – are opening up fresh travel opportunities to explore Tulum and beyond. NEW: FELIPE CARRILLO...

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Windstar Adding 2 New Ships; Introducing First Newbuild 'Star' Class Ship
Windstar Adding 2 New Ships; Introducing First Newbuild 'Star' Class Ship

Small-ship luxury cruise line Windstar is growing! Two new ships will be added in the next two years to its motorized and sail-powered fleet of 6 unique vessels, growing its...

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8 New Ships for 3 Sister Cruise Lines: Norwegian, Regent and Oceania
8 New Ships for 3 Sister Cruise Lines: Norwegian, Regent and Oceania

Get ready for a decade of vacations with ‘new ship smell!’ And get set to soon book your place on one of three brand-new classes of ships that will change...

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Check Out the Overwater Gym on the new Emerald Cruises’ Yacht!
Check Out the Overwater Gym on the new Emerald Cruises’ Yacht!

Every generation of new ships builds on the successes of their forbearers – and adds a few new surprises! In the case of the new Emerald Kaia, the third of...

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The Largest River and Small-Ship U.S. Cruise Line Has All-New Itineraries and Vessels
The Largest River and Small-Ship U.S. Cruise Line Has All-New Itineraries and Vessels

Including the largest paddlewheel river cruise ship in the USA! American Cruise Lines has a unique approach to cruising: U.S. itineraries only, on river ships and with a river-cruise approach...

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Sandals Opens 18th All-Inclusive Resort in Off-the-Beaten-Path Caribbean Archipelago
Sandals Opens 18th All-Inclusive Resort in Off-the-Beaten-Path Caribbean Archipelago

Looking for a luxury, all-inclusive, nature-forward beach resort experience in a mostly-undiscovered destination? Sandals has opened the doors of its newest resort – with a view down a 300-foot pool...

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Travel Tips as World-First Tourist Toll Takes Effect: Venice Visitors Must Now Pay to Enter City
Travel Tips as World-First Tourist Toll Takes Effect: Venice Visitors Must Now Pay to Enter City

It’s historic travel news: in what the country’s tourism board is calling a “unique experiment,” the famous canal city of Venice, Italy, is implementing what it labels “a daily access...

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New National Park in the Caribbean is the Seahorse Capital of the World
New National Park in the Caribbean is the Seahorse Capital of the World

Of all the creatures of the oceans, seahorses may be one of the most magical and endearing. And now, a new maritime preserve in the Caribbean with the densest population...

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Four Seasons Yachts' Inaugural Sailing Season and First Ship's Suites Revealed
Four Seasons Yachts' Inaugural Sailing Season and First Ship's Suites Revealed

Have you heard? The ultra-luxury hotel company is taking to the seas. In anticipation of its debut, the new cruise line is unveiling the incredible, ground-breaking, multi-story glass 'funnel' and...

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This Hotel Gives You Access to Rome's Gardens and Private Villas with Top Horticulturalists
This Hotel Gives You Access to Rome's Gardens and Private Villas with Top Horticulturalists

Rome’s iconic history, culture, and ‘dolce vita’ come to life in its green spaces, and one of the city’s luxury hotels is letting guests immerse themselves in some of its...

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Viking Launching First-of-their-Kind China Coastal Cruises in late 2024
Viking Launching First-of-their-Kind China Coastal Cruises in late 2024

All-new cruise itineraries being pioneered by Viking in 2024 offer guests one-of-a-kind access to China in a way that’s never been available before for international visitors, including rarely-seen Chinese coastal...

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Viking Becomes the First River Cruise Line to Sail Year-Round in Europe
Viking Becomes the First River Cruise Line to Sail Year-Round in Europe

Viking has announced a new river cruise itinerary, debuting in December, 2023, making it the first river cruise line to operate year-round on Europe's rivers - which comes with some...

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The First Caribbean Resort to Get an Ocean Pool
The First Caribbean Resort to Get an Ocean Pool

Why choose between a dip in the sea and basking in a resort pool? The Caribbean now has its first resort ocean pool that lets you do both at once.  Tapping...

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2 New Ultra-Luxury Belmond Hotel Spas that will Make You Rush There to Relax
2 New Ultra-Luxury Belmond Hotel Spas that will Make You Rush There to Relax

Belmond’s ultra-luxury hotels, resorts and rail experiences have become beacons of how to live your best life abroad. Two of its properties are adding spas in collaboration with luxe French...

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Explore Egypt from These 3 Four Seasons Hotels
Explore Egypt from These 3 Four Seasons Hotels

History, culture, the romance of travel and 21st century diversity all await you in the ancient destination of Egypt – home to the only remaining entry on the list of...

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Crystal’s River and Ocean Ships are Sailing Again, and Here’s Where You Can Find Them
Crystal’s River and Ocean Ships are Sailing Again, and Here’s Where You Can Find Them

All of the former Crystal Cruises’ ships have now found new homes. The original cruise line is no more, but those who love the ships can still sail aboard favorite...

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Now You Can Cruise on the Tennessee River
Now You Can Cruise on the Tennessee River

Those who love – or would like to try – river cruising close to home can rejoice: there’s a new river to sail on.  In the summer of 2023, American Cruise...

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Romance Under the Stars: Couples-Only Caribbean Resort Introduces a Stargazing Concierge
Romance Under the Stars: Couples-Only Caribbean Resort Introduces a Stargazing Concierge

Away from all your cares – and the bright lights of the city - at home, there may be nothing more romantic than being at a beach resort under the...

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Top Travel Activities that Boost Your Wellbeing
Top Travel Activities that Boost Your Wellbeing

The newest data reveals exactly what activities you do when you travel have the biggest and best impact on your mental wellbeing. Let’s talk first about the importance of booking that...

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Ports of Call You Can't Miss in the Eastern Mediterranean’s Newest Cruise Hub
Ports of Call You Can't Miss in the Eastern Mediterranean’s Newest Cruise Hub

The Mediterranean is full of ancient maritime cultures, but some seaside countries are just recently becoming popular cruise destinations. One up-and-coming cruise hub in the eastern end of this historic...

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Tips for Visiting a Japanese Hot Spring
Tips for Visiting a Japanese Hot Spring

Japan is famous for its volcanic peaks, which also hint at a national treasure underground: geothermally-heated mineral spring waters. For longer than records have been kept, Japanese have been bathing...

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