Getting to Know Aqua Expeditions CEO Francesco Galli Zugaro

By Patricia Kahn-Saunders

Francesco Galli Zugaro discusses the future of luxury travel and how Aqua Expeditions is changing.

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The Top Gourmet Cruises for Discerning Foodies

By Emma Reynolds

Luxury cruise lines are turning to Michelin-starred chefs to create spectacular onboard culinary programs.

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Douglas Prothero on the Launch of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

By Alex Martin

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is set to reshape the luxury cruise industry.

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Hurtigruten Cruises Goes Green with Eco-friendly Expeditions

By Emma Reynolds

Note: This article was written prior to the Covid-19 outbreak and some itineraries may have been delayed.

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Traveling Back to the Golden Age of Sailing with Sea Cloud Cruises

By Emma Reynolds

Sea Cloud Cruises operates ships that are rigged and sailed completely by hand, without compromising on luxury.

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Aqua Expeditions Launches Virtual Cooking Masterclass

By Alex Martin

The chefs will reveal the secrets of their favorite dishes and give guests a taste of life on board one of its luxury small ships.

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A Short Guide to Luxury Wellness Cruises

By Emma Reynolds

The next wave of wellness-focused travel is here. Luxury cruise lines are introducing holistic programming through healthy cuisine, fitness excursions and mindfulness practices that even the most dedicated wellness gurus will love. SeaDream Yacht Club defies your typical cruise-ship experience: Its ultra-luxe ships, SeaDream I and SeaDream II, can each host just 112 guests, meaning… View Article

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A Royal Alaskan Adventure Aboard Cunard's Queen Elizabeth

By Shaun Tolson

Cunard has returned to Alaska after a two-decades-long absence, and voyages aboard the cruise line’s regal Queen Elizabeth prove that not all Alaskan cruises are created equal. As the Queen Elizabeth floats in Disenchantment Bay, her majestic navy, white and red profile — all 965ft of it — is dramatically framed by the snow- and… View Article

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Crystal Endeavor: The World's Most Luxurious Expedition Yacht

By Emma Reynolds

Once she embarks on her inaugural journey in August 2020, Crystal Cruises’ groundbreaking new yacht, Crystal Endeavor, will be the most spacious, purpose-built, polar-class expedition yacht in the world, as well as the most luxurious ship with a Polar Code-designated ranking. She offers three types of voyages for up to 200 passengers: Remote Expeditions, which… View Article

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SeaDream Innovation Prepares to Set Sail in 2021

By Emma Reynolds

They say the third time’s the charm, and apparently SeaDream Yacht Club believes in this. For the first time since its founding in 2001, the ultra-luxury cruise line is expanding by adding a third ship to its fleet in September 2021: SeaDream Innovation. In her first year, Innovation will sail to every continent on a… View Article

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Experience a Total Solar Eclipse in Antarctica

By Alex Martin

Millions of people travel all over the world to experience a total solar eclipse, but in 2021 you could be one of a select few to witness one the remotest versions of this awe-inspiring phenomenon. On December 4, 2021, the moon will pass over the sun and plunge parts of the Southern Ocean and Antarctica… View Article

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Norwegian Cruise Line Debuts 'Meet the Winemakers' Series

By Emma Reynolds

Forget what you know about your typical cruise: Modern-day cruise lines aim to go above and beyond of what to expect when sailing the world. Cruise lines are continuing to elevate on-board programs and experiences for guests, whether it’s a unique show or gourmet dinner from a Michelin-starred chef, and Norwegian Cruise Line has taken… View Article

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Golden Galapagos Cruises Reveals the 'Elite'

By Alex Martin

Golden Galapagos Cruises has responded to the growing demand for luxury cruises to the Pacific archipelago by introducing a state-of-the-art mega catamaran called the ‘Elite’. The Ecuadorian boutique cruises and tour operator expands its fleet of luxury ships at the perfect time after winning the coveted Achievement Award by the Latin American Travel Association (LATA). The… View Article

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Celebrity Cruises Launches First Expedition Megayacht

By Emma Reynolds

Celebrity Cruises is having quite the year. Earlier this year, Celebrity Edge, the first luxury cruise ship in the new Edge-class cruise ship, and now, the brand is launching its first luxury expedition megayacht, Celebrity Flora. Celebrity Flora is specifically designed to sail to the Galapagos Islands through easy island hopping and the ability to see the islands… View Article

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The Best Luxury River Cruises

By Emma Reynolds

For those who think ocean cruises are the only option, there are plenty of luxury river cruises that allow you to explore smaller cities along rivers such as the Nile, Danube and Rhine. Oftentimes, the ships are far smaller meaning that there are less people onboard and more intimate experiences to be had. Read on… View Article

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Oceania Cruises Completes Riviera Ship's Renovations

By Emma Reynolds

After a dry-dock period in Marseille, France, Oceania Cruises Riviera‘s renovations are complete. Part of the $100 million OceaniaNEXT initiative, the culinary-focused and destination-driven cruise line is reimagining all six of its the brand’s ships, including its Regatta-class ships Insignia, Regatta, Nautica and Sirena, as well as Riviera‘s sister Oceania-class ship, Marina, in May 2020. For the renovation, Oceania wanted… View Article

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The 5 Best Cruises in Remote Locations

By Emma Reynolds

When you’ve already seen enough of the Caribbean or Europe, it’s time to head down the road less traveled. There are plenty of luxury cruises that allow you to explore the most remote destinations on Earth without sacrificing on luxury. If adventure is something you cherish, read on for the best cruises in remote locations… View Article

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Celebrity Edge Sails Maiden European Voyage This May

By Emma Reynolds

One of the industry’s most anticipated luxury cruise ships, Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Edge ship will sail its maiden European voyage on May 15. The ship will sail 10 days from Southampton, UK and throughout Spain, Portugal, England and Italy and continue these voyages throughout 2019 with additional destinations. Celebrity Edge is the first of the cruise… View Article

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