Survey: 19 Million Americans Will Cruise In 2025

For the first time ever, AAA is releasing a cruise forecast for the year ahead. This report is similar to the travel forecasts AAA releases for major holidays. It examines the number of U.S. residents that will take an ocean Read More …

Seabourn Quest Embarks On Maiden Alaska Season

Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, is setting course for an extraordinary 2025 Alaska season as Seabourn Quest makes her maiden arrival to “The Last Frontier.” From May to September 2025, the ultra-luxury ship will sail on 18 seven-day itineraries between Vancouver, Read More …

Five New Holland America Line Legendary Voyages Promise Grandeur in 2026-2027

Today, Holland America Line unveiled new Legendary Voyages that create destination-rich vacations sailing roundtrip from the United States. The five new cruises, which range from 27 to 45 days, will provide guests the opportunity to explore one or several regions in depth—including the Read More …

Celestyal Extends Inaugural Arabian Gulf Season

Due to overwhelming demand for its inaugural Arabian Gulf season, Celestyal, the boutique cruise line offering unmissable and immersive experiences on shore and at sea, has announced an additional “Desert Days” sailing. This new voyage – departing from Dubai on Read More …

Special Needs Group Honors Partner of the Year

The Special Needs Group (SNG) awarded Avoya Travel its 2024 Power Partner award for their commitment to accessible travel. Avoya encourages its travel advisors to become Certified Accessible Travel Advocates (CATA) through SNG’s program. This certification equips travel professionals with Read More …

Country Music Cruise Raises $90,000 For Hall of Fame and Museum 

The Country Music Cruise and parent company StarVista LIVE announced a charitable relationship with the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum last year, and the generous patrons on last week’s sold-out sailing raised an astounding $90,000 for the Museum’s nonprofit Read More …

Up Norway Celebrates UNESCO Recognition

Up Norway, Scandinavia’s premier curator of sustainable luxury travel, invites travelers to experience Norway’s newly UNESCO-recognized ‘seterkultur’ (summer farm culture), a living heritage that honors the sustainable mountain farming practices, deep-rooted traditions, and artisanal craftsmanship that have shaped Norwegian identity Read More …

Celebrate Spring with Wilderness Scotland, Wilderness England, and Wilderness Ireland

As the landscapes of the British Isles awaken with the colors of spring, Wilderness Scotland, Wilderness England, and Wilderness Ireland – leaders in sustainable and immersive hiking, cycling, and wildlife-focused small group adventures – invite travelers to explore the breathtaking beauty of these destinations Read More …

Cunard, Luxury Fans Celebrate 185 Years Of Travel

Are future generations at risk of losing precious childhood memories? According to new research by luxury British cruise line Cunard, the digital age is creating a generational gap in our collective history. In response to this, Cunard is calling upon the Read More …