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Sailing near the granite rock formations that extend to Land's End in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

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Holland America unveils 20 Mexican Riviera cruises

Patti Pietschmann | March 22, 2019

A Viking Star tour guide leads a shore excursion at the Acropolis in Athens.

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How to choose the right shore excursions

Gary Bembridge | March 18, 2019

Disney Magic offers a wide range of nightlife options for guests, with live music, dance, games and activities. Lounges include the Fathoms nightclub, O'Gills Pub, Keys piano bar and Promenade Lounge, all on deck 3, and the adults-only Signals bar on deck 9.

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What is there to do at night on a cruise?

Gary Bembridge | March 13, 2019

Maria Lawag, mixologist on Wind Surf, with four cocktails perfect for the Caribbean — and to keep the tropical vibe going at home.

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4 classic Caribbean cocktail recipes

JD Lasica | March 4, 2019

Sailaway time! Of course we had to start our cruise off with martinis from the Martini Bar, the hub of the ship located on Deck 3 in the Grand Central Plaza.

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Celebrity Edge: 30 photos of Celebrity's newest ship

DB & the Princess | February 25, 2019

Catch some high-wire performances in the Aqua Theater during your Royal Caribbean sailing.

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Q&A for first-time cruisers

Patti Pietschmann | February 18, 2019

The 2,918-passenger Celebrity Edge boasts a cutting-edge design with many technological firsts.

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Celebrity Edge: The future of cruising is here

DB & the Princess | February 15, 2019

Don't take a ton of suitcases on a cruise. Here are some tips for packing light.

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Gear, gadgets & strategies for packing light

Janet Fullwood | February 4, 2019

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Symphony of the Seas: Highlights in photos

DB & the Princess | February 1, 2019

Silver Cloud passes under London's Tower Bridge at dusk.

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Silversea to launch two expedition world cruises

Patti Pietschmann | January 31, 2019

View of the Duomo and surrounding cityscape from the Bell Tower in Florence.

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Florence: World-class beauty & history

Maria Lenhart | January 29, 2019

The Solarium aboard Jewel of the Seas boasts an Asian-inspired fantasy design featuring a large pool, two whirlpools, deck lounge chairs and a bar and cafe.

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Why cruising should be your next vacation choice

Gary Bembridge | January 25, 2019

Wonderfully intricate tile artwork adorn the walls of the Rüstem Pasha Mosque in Istanbul.

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Istanbul highlights in photos: Sites of heritage & history

JD Lasica | January 22, 2019

Tahitian outrigger races feature paddlers dressed in colorful pareos and traditional "heis" and leis for races and demonstrations.

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Tahiti: Two heart-stopping islands in one

Maria Lenhart | January 16, 2019

Buildings rise above the lake Lille Lungegardsvannet in downtown Bergen, Norway.

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Bergen, Norway, travel photo highlights

JD Lasica | January 8, 2019

A guitarist performs during the Christmas holidays in the atrium of Norwegian Jade.

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10 tips to make your holiday cruise even more festive

Patti Pietschmann | December 13, 2018

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Drone travel videos

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Mareel's redesigned hydro-pool on the newly refurbished Queen Elizabeth.

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Cunard launches luxurious new spa concept

Patti Pietschmann | December 5, 2018

Shop online for family or friends who love to travel with our annual Holiday Gift Guide for cruisers.

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Holiday Gift Guide for cruise travelers

DB & the Princess | November 26, 2018

Save up to $2,000 per suite on 2018-19 voyages aboard the lavishly redesigned Crystal Serenity (in Venice, above) or Crystal Symphony.

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Black Friday cruise sales on Crystal Cruises

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A spring break journey to Silversea's Silver Muse

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Visiting the Falklands on Princess

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A Grand Princess tour of the Mexican Riviera

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Fall fun in Cabo & Mazatlan (photos)

Robin Lampert | October 26, 2017

Get active! SeaDream provides bikes to guests for exploring interesting destinations on shore.

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Cruise tips for slimmer sailings

Patti Pietschmann | September 7, 2017

Book a winter cruise on Le Ponant to sail by St. Lucia and enjoy the majestic Pitons.

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Ponant: Exotic destinations around world (photos)

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A Spine-Cheek Anemonefish in the Solomon Islands.

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Serious escapes in the South Seas (photos)

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Evelin, a member of the classical trio performing for guests on Viking Sun.

Photo gallery of the Viking Sun ocean ship

January 10, 2019

Like its sister ships, Symphony of the Seas features a Bionic Bar where robots will mix your drinks.

Symphony of the Seas: Fun on world's largest cruise ship

December 17, 2018

Stunning Voringsfossen is Norway’s most famous waterfall. It has a free fall of 475 feet and a total drop of 600 feet.

Beautiful Stavanger & Eidfjord, Norway, in photos

December 3, 2018

Silver Discoverer takes you to explore the Bungle Bungle Range in Purnululu National Park, one of the most striking geological landmarks in Western Australia.

Taking in Australia's natural wonders on a cruise

November 29, 2018

The terrace overlooking the stunning grounds of Peterhof Palace near St. Petersburg, Russia.

Peterhof Palace in Russia (image gallery)

November 20, 2018

Fall foliage turns Saguenay, Québec, into a landscape worthy of a painting.

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November 16, 2018

Mariner of the Seas sails three- and four-night fun getaways to the Bahamas.

Mariner of the Seas: Built for fun & relaxation

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Here’s what you’d see from the front seat of a canal cruise in St. Petersburg, Russia.

Canal cruise of St. Petersburg, Russia (photos)

October 29, 2018

Family water sports fun at YallaBanana. Think about whether you'd like to arrange your own water sports or land activities during your cruise to save some money.

15 tips on how to save money on a cruise

October 25, 2018

Don't forget to thank your wait staff (like Ajeng on ms Oosterdam, above) during your sailing.

10 rules of good cruise etiquette

October 22, 2018

Cinerary Urn: Reclining young man dates to 440-460 B.C. in the Altes Museum in Berlin.

Ancient Greek art in Berlin (photos)

October 11, 2018

The always-crowded Brandenburg Gate is a neoclassical monument in Berlin built in the 1700s.

Berlin and Egyptian art in photos

October 8, 2018

Henri Matisse, “The Red Room (Harmony in Red),” 1908, oil on canvas, at the Hermitage at St. Petersburg, Russia.

Impressionist masterpieces at the Hermitage (photos)

October 1, 2018

Don’t miss stunning Alexander Nevsky Cathedral during your visit to Tallinn.

A day in Tallinn, Estonia (photos)

September 27, 2018

The Christmas market, or Weihnachtsmarkt, in Cologne, Germany.

Discover the magic of Europe’s Christmas markets

September 20, 2018

Visitors on a canal cruise pass through the Nyhavn neighborhood of Copenhagen.

Copenhagen in photos: Canals & colors galore

September 10, 2018

Pretty buildings in the main square of Old Gdansk, Poland.

A day in pretty Old Gdansk, Poland

September 4, 2018

Head to the Solarium on Ovation of the Seas, a two-deck-high adult retreat with two pools, two whirlpools and a retractable glass roof (no extra cost).

Super Guide to Booking a Cruise

August 31, 2018

Helsinki Cathedral, a major tourist attraction in Senate Square in Helsinki.

Day trip to Helsinki (in photos)

August 28, 2018

Mariner of the Seas docked in Nassau, Bahamas.

Mariner of the Seas’ brand new look

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View of sweeping Half Moon Bay on the Atlantic side of St. Kitts, seen from Monkey Hill.

St. Kitts & Nevis travel guide: What to do & see

March 22, 2019

Rum Point on Grand Cayman Island,

Grand Cayman: An island with everything

March 18, 2019

A beach scene in Anguilla.

Anguilla travel guide: Barefoot luxury for sun worshippers

March 13, 2019

Beaches on Guadeloupe feature snorkeling and warm blue waters. Raisins Clairs’ Beach is located on the southern coast of Grande-Terre.

Guadeloupe: A taste of France with Creole flair

March 6, 2019

It's a makeshift party as smaller vessels welcome Queen Mary 2 as she enters San Francisco Bay.

San Francisco: Inside tips for the City by the Bay

February 25, 2019

Horse-drawn carriages pull up to Jackson Square in New Orleans.

New Orleans: Step back in time in the Big Easy

February 18, 2019

Winter break on the beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Playa del Carmen: Wild heart of the Riviera Maya

February 4, 2019

The iconic Hollywood sign on the hills above Hollywood, California.

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January 31, 2019

The lone tree at Harbour Island, Eleuthera, Bahamas.

Eleuthera: Golden beaches of Bahamas' out-island

January 29, 2019

Get recharged by relaxing along a gorgeous beach in Cancun, Mexico.

Cancun: Gateway to modern fun & ancient culture

January 23, 2019

Visitors on a canal cruise pass through the Nyhavn neighborhood of Copenhagen.

Copenhagen: Historic charm & youthful exuberance

January 22, 2019

Sunset over Waikiki, Oahu.

Hawaii overview: Balmy, blissful land of aloha

January 18, 2019

Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve in Havre-Saint-Pierre, along the north shore of the St. Lawrence River in Canada.

French-flavored Quebec: A beauty all its own

January 16, 2019

A view of Hong Kong and the harbor from Victoria Peak at night.

Hong Kong: Spectacular mix of harbor & mountains

January 8, 2019

View from Ravello, on the Amalfi Coast of Italy.

Italy's Amalfi Coast: A state of mind

January 3, 2019

The Edificio 2 pyramid at the Mayan archaeological site Dzibanche in the Costa Maya region of Mexico.

Costa Maya travel guide: What to do & see

December 24, 2018

Sailboarders and catamarans on the beach in Mazatlan, Mexico.

Mazatlan: Jewel of the Mexican Riviera

December 21, 2018

Take a cruise on Seven Seas Voyager and discover Australia's majestic Sydney Harbor, a great winter getaway for Americans and Europeans.

Sydney, Australia: Iconic harbor, world-class sights

December 13, 2018

A building at the Palace of Knossos in Crete. The archaeological site dates to the Bronze Age and is considered Europe's oldest city.

Crete, Greece: Untamed landscapes & ancient sites

December 3, 2018

Visit St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands in style aboard Crystal Symphony.

St. Thomas: What's doing at the Caribbean's busiest port

November 29, 2018

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