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Crystal Cruises and Abercrombie & Kent: Extraordinary at Sea, Exceptional Ashore
A wonderful cruise gives you two things to look forward to: the experience on board and the places waiting beyond the gangway. With Crystal, the connection between those two worlds has become particularly exciting, thanks to its relationship with one of the most legendary names in luxury travel: Abercrombie & Kent. READ MORE →

Beyond the Port: Discovering Alaska Through Shore Excursions
I have cruised to Alaska more than 20 times, and one of the things I love most about this remarkable destination is that I continue to find new and exciting ways to explore it. I may return to the same ports, but the experience is never quite the same. READ MORE →

Cruise Specialists Carefully Curated Shore Excursions
As Cruise Specialists' Shore Excursion & Event Manager, Heather Visser works behind the scenes to develop and oversee the shore excursions and overland experiences featured on our hosted voyages. Here, she shares some of the experiences she's most excited about for our upcoming 2027 and 2028 voyages. READ MORE →

Introducing VIVA Cruises: A Fresh Way to Experience Europe's Rivers
At Cruise Specialists, we're always looking for exceptional travel experiences that offer something new for our clients. That's why we're excited to introduce VIVA Cruises, a modern European river cruise line that is quickly gaining attention for its magnificent ships, premium inclusions and outstanding value. Founded in 2018, and backed by the experienced Swiss shipping company Scylla AG, VIVA Cruises combines contemporary style with personalized service on some of Europe's most scenic waterways. READ MORE →

Doubling Your Fun On Port Canaveral Cruises
Port Canaveral in Florida, homeport to seven major cruise lines (Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Disney, Norwegian, Celebrity, MSC and Princess) officially became the world’s biggest cruise port with more than 8.6 million revenue passengers embarking on cruise vacations in 2025. READ MORE →

Holland America Evolution Update: Oosterdam's Ocean Bar Takes Center Stage
One of the ship's most popular gathering spaces is being completely reimagined, bringing a new entertainment-focused design inspired by the glamour of classic ocean travel. While early Evolution announcements focused on new accommodations and the Grand Dutch Café, these latest details provide perhaps the clearest picture yet of what Holland America is trying to accomplish: enhancing the experiences guests already love while remaining true to the brand's heritage. READ MORE →

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