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Why More Travelers 55+ Are Choosing Viking for Meaningful, Destination-Focused Journeys
Looking for More Than Just a Vacation?Today's travelers are seeking more than a change of scenery. They want experiences that deepen their understanding of the world, connect them with local cultures and create lasting memories.For many adults aged 55 and older, travel has become less about checking destinations off a list and more about meaningful exploration....
Read More »One Island, Endless Experiences: Why Gran Canaria Is Called the Miniature Continent
If you’re searching for a destination that offers far more than just beautiful beaches, Gran Canaria deserves a place at the top of your travel wish list. Located in the Atlantic Ocean, this Spanish island is affectionately known as “The Miniature Continent” because of the incredible variety it offers within a single destination. In one day,...
Read More »Top “Coolcation” Travel Destinations
Record-breaking summer heatwaves throughout Europe have more travelers looking for cooler destinations to spend the holidays. I have some favorites. By: Lynn Elmhirst, travel journalist and expert Some like it hot! And since Coco Chanel made it stylish to spend even scorching summers on the French Riviera, heat-loving travelers have flocked to the Mediterranean during the season. Those...
Read More »VIDEO: Wine and So Much More on a Scenic Bordeaux River Cruise
I say ‘Bordeaux,’ and you think: wine. It’s true Bordeaux is one of the most fabled and beloved wine regions of the world, and a trip to France to spend time exploring the wineries of Bordeaux is a bucket list trip for many of us. But ‘Bordeaux’ has another meaning. Translated, it means ‘at the water’s edge.’...
Read More »Spain’s Summer Spectacles
For most travelers, summer in Spain means lazy days on Mediterranean beaches, late-night tapas and sangria in sunny plazas. Summer is also Spain’s festival season – with two events famous the world over headlining a heady, heated frenzy of cultural celebrations. And only in Spain would they treat death-defying dares - and a food fight -...
Read More »Crystal’s New Ship Doubles Down on Family-Focused Spaces
When Crystal Grace launches in 2028, she’ll have more dedicated family spaces and programming than ever. That sets Crystal apart from most other cruise lines in the luxury space, which either permit but provide few age-specific amenities – or simply ban a younger passenger set. Not so Crystal Grace. Existing ships Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity have...
Read More »Carnival Festivale: Where Incredible Dining & Bars Take Center Stage
Great vacations deserve unforgettable dining, and Carnival Festivale is serving up an entirely new lineup of culinary experiences. As part of Carnival's exciting new culinary vision, The Next Course, Carnival Festivale introduces four brand-new restaurants and five unique bar concepts created exclusively for the ship.Whether you're discovering a new favorite meal, sipping handcrafted cocktails, or enjoying...
Read More »Luxury, Lazy Rivers, and a Hidden Cave Bunker
Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya ResortTucked between the lush tropical jungle and a secluded half-mile beach just south of Cancun, Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya Resort offers an adults-only, all-inclusive escape ideal for couples and honeymooners. Guests can save up to 55% and receive $300 in resort credit when booking by September 30, 2026 for travel through October...
Read More »The Cruise Story Everyone’s Talking About
Why MSC Cruises Is Giving You More Reasons to Go on Holiday!MSC Cruises has entered 2026 with momentum that’s hard to ignore. From a new state-of-the-art ship and expanded U.S. homeports to first-time Alaska sailings and a star-powered "Let's Holiday" campaign featuring Drew Barrymore and Orlando Bloom, the brand continues to make headlines both inside and...
Read More »Christmas in July Question: Which Christmas Market River Cruise to Choose?
It’s never too early to start counting down the days until Christmas – or plan a holiday getaway. Christmas in July reminders are a great opportunity to think about how you want to celebrate or travel to get into the spirit of the season. And for me, Christmas market river cruises may be the very best...
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