Exciting New River Ship Evolve Debuts 2027

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has officially announced the expansion of its river cruise fleet with the introduction of a new vessel named Evolve. Scheduled to make its debut in 2027, the ship will serve as a sister vessel to the Connect, Read More …

Chef Pillai Brings Fresh Local Flavors Onboard

Holland America Line has elevated its onboard culinary offerings under the direction of Sinu Pillai, the fleet chef responsible for operations on flagship vessels such as the Rotterdam, Nieuw Statendam, and Koningsdam. Pillai has shifted the cruise line’s focus toward Read More …

Discover Mexico’s Vibrant Culture Onboard Your Cruise

Holland America Line is expanding its Cultural Ambassador program to all Mexico cruises aboard the Nieuw Amsterdam during the 2025–2026 season. This initiative is designed to immerse guests in Mexican culture by featuring two native Mexican individuals who will share Read More …

Families Flock To Galápagos For Adventure And Discovery

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has observed a notable increase in multi-generational family travel to the Galápagos Islands, indicating a growing desire among families for adventurous and meaningful travel experiences. The company reported a significant year-over-year rise in multi-generational bookings this summer, Read More …

Klawock Island: Alaska’s New Cultural Cruise Port

Klawock Island, Alaska’s newest Indigenous-owned cruise destination, commenced operations in May 2024 with its inaugural ship call from the Seabourn Odyssey. The port has demonstrated significant growth, with scheduled ship calls increasing from 6 in 2024 to 23 in 2025, Read More …

Crystal Unveils Bright Future For Cruises

Crystal, a distinguished name in luxury cruising, is embarking on an exciting new chapter with the announcement of key construction dates for its first new ship in 25 years. This significant development marks a new era under the ownership of Read More …

Viking Elevates Travel Through Culture

Viking Cruises is successfully redefining the cruise experience by placing a strong emphasis on cultural travel and deep immersion, fundamentally moving away from the traditional focus on onboard entertainment like casinos and nightlife. This innovative business model centers on providing Read More …

Azamara Expands Signature Cultural Evening Experiences

Azamara Cruises, the esteemed small-ship cruise line, is delighted to announce a spectacular expansion of its signature complimentary cultural program with the addition of 35 new AzAmazing Evenings for the 2026 sailing season. These unique experiences, a cornerstone of Azamara’s Read More …

Culinary Backstreets Launches Exciting South American Food Tours

Culinary Backstreets, a leader in narrative-driven food tours, has enthusiastically expanded its offerings in South America with two wonderful new full-day experiences. “Backstreet Bites of Buenos Aires: Cafés, Parrillas and Beyond” successfully launched on September 10, 2025, and “Discovering the Read More …