Just a few years ago, you weren’t likely to hear “expedition cruises” and “luxury” used in the same sentence. Explorers setting off for, say, Greenland, the Northwest Passage or Antarctica would likely be tucking into cramped quarters on a decommissioned research ship. Fast … [Read more...]
Expedition Cruises Let You Connect with Your Inner Explorer
If you’ve been on a river cruise or an African safari, you could be the perfect candidate for an expedition cruise. The former are two types of journeys with similar qualities to expedition cruises: they are rich with opportunities to interact with local people or view wildlife, … [Read more...]
It’s Not Cruising, It’s Yachting
Welcome to the world of yachting. There are distinct differences between this type of ship and a traditional ocean cruise that lead aficionados to classify yachting in its own category. A highly-flexible mode of travel, your yacht captain may adjust the amount of time in port … [Read more...]
The Evolution of Small Ship Luxury Cruising
From brand-new ships to purposeful refurbishments, small ship luxury cruising is evolving at a breakneck pace. No longer content with merely being small and intimate, luxury cruise lines – including Crystal Cruises, Regent Seven Seas, Seabourn and Silversea are beginning to … [Read more...]