Cruise Articles

5 Ships for Family Fun by Jennifer Davoren

Toddlers to teens will find plenty to keep them entertained on one of these Caribbean cruises. Variety is an essential element of a successful family vacation. But entertaining the entire troop can be easy, thanks to amenities offered by a number of Caribbean-bound cruise ships. More on family cruises

A Royal Sailing With Star Clippers by Lindsay E. Armstrong

Discover small-ship sailing and Mediterranean wonders with Star Clippers. The word "sailing" conjures up images of conquistadors crossing the ocean to a new world, or the navies of the Roman Empire as they glide on the sparkling Mediterranean Sea. The spirit of those grand voyages is alive and well on the largest five-masted, fully rigged ship on the sea today, the Royal Clipper. More on cruising the Mediterranean with Star Clippers

Aboard Cunard's QM2 by Elizabeth Armstrong

The first pangs of anticipation struck when we caught a glimpse of the Queen Mary 2 from the windows of our New York City cab. The distinctive, black-hulled ship with classic good looks towered above the Brooklyn cruise terminal. On this July afternoon, it welcomed guests coming aboard for a six-night trans-Atlantic voyage to Southampton, England. More on Cunard's QM2

Absolute Serenity on Crystal Cruises by Karen Northridge

Enrich your mind, revive your spirit and renew your body on Crystal Cruises' newest ship, the Crystal Serenity. Some vacations leave you invigorated. Some leave you relaxed. A few leave you ready for more. A cruise on the Crystal Serenity does it all. This is a beautiful ship with lots to do -- or not -- depending only on you. More on Crystal Serenity cruises

Accessible Cruises by Jennifer Davoren

With the launch of Vacations To Go's new Web site for travelers with special needs, people with disabilities can tap into a complete source of information for planning and booking accessible cruise vacations. More on accessible cruises

Alaska, Up Close and Personal on Cruise West by Elizabeth Armstrong

I had been aboard the Spirit of Endeavour for only a couple of hours when a humpback whale interrupted my salmon dinner. The 102-passenger expedition vessel had just left Juneau with a fresh boatload of guests, all eager to see the abundant wildlife of southeast Alaska during this weeklong, late May cruise. More on Cruise West in Alaska

Amazing Alaska, by Land and by Sea by Katie Solan

An Alaskan cruise offers some spectacular sights -- from larger-than-life breaching humpback whales to the calvings of ancient glaciers into icy seas. The coastal ports along the way also offer a look at the cultures and historical events that have shaped Alaska, from Russian settlements to gold rush boomtowns. More on Alaska cruises

Carefree Cruising in the Caribbean and Bahamas by Katie Solan

Sail from one tropical paradise to the next on a Bahamas or Caribbean itinerary. It's an image of idyllic bliss -- leafy coconut palm trees sway in the ocean breeze, and white-sand beaches, sparkling in the tropical sun, stretch for miles and absorb the ebb and flow of the ocean tides. More on Caribbean and Bahamas cruises

Cruise Free as a Group Leader by Katie Solan

For an easygoing vacation with your friends, family or co-workers, look no further than a group cruise. You can travel to far-flung ports of call on an amenity-filled "floating resort," where your meals, entertainment and lodging are all included in the cruise price. More on cruising free as a group leader

Cruising Canada and New England by Justin Boyd

Steeped in history and culture, the shores of eastern Canada and New England are lined with classic lighthouses, quaint villages, bustling ports and picturesque harbors. More on Canada and New England cruises

Cruising the British Isles on Regent's Seven Seas Voyager by Karen Northridge

Life is good on Regent's Seven Seas Voyager. For 11 days, I reveled in the luxury of the Seven Seas Voyager, where you can set out your scuffed shoes at night and know that the butler will have them ready in the morning. More on cruising the British Isles with Regent

Cunard's New Queen by Lindsay Lindquist

The Queen Victoria carries on Cunard's tradition of classic cruising with impeccable service. With stately elegance and a mixture of regal British charm and modern sophistication, Queen Victoria fulfills the expectations both of loyal Cunard guests and travelers enjoying the Cunard experience for the first time. More on Cunard's Queen Victoria

Discover Bermuda on a Cruise by Katie Solan

Tropical allure, pink-sand beaches and British charm mingle on this lovely island. Located 650 miles east of North Carolina's Cape Hatteras in the Atlantic Ocean, Bermuda is an inviting destination for golfers, sunbathers and snorkelers, where fresh ocean breezes mingle with the floral scents of the island's gardens. More on Bermuda cruises

Expedition Cruising by Jennifer Davoren

From Antarctica to the Galapagos, you can explore exotic destinations in comfort on these small ships. Smaller vessels mean greater accessibility, allowing guests to call at out-of-the-way ports and secluded destinations that might be off-limits to a larger liner. More on expedition cruises

Experience Iceland on a Regent Cruise by Karen Northridge

Find hot springs, cool glaciers and Viking history on a six-star cruise to this Scandinavian Isle. Iceland is a place of contrasts, where active volcanoes still add new territory and glaciers cover 11 percent of the land. More on cruising Iceland with Regent

Grand Voyages by Justin Boyd

Whether you are looking to leave the world behind or simply want to see more of it, grand voyages offer travelers a truly unique cruising experience. These sailings incorporate different parts of the world to provide passengers with a diverse sampling of people, places, cultures and climates. More on Grand Voyages

In the Mediterranean With Windstar by Elizabeth Armstrong

Enjoy a casually elegant atmosphere aboard the sleek, elegant Wind Surf. The 308-passenger ship is the largest of three vessels operated by Windstar, a cruise line whose impeccable, breezy style perfectly mirrors the seemingly effortless approach to life embraced in towns along the Mediterranean Sea. More on cruising the Mediterranean with Windstar

Mediterranean Cruise Mosaic on Silversea by Karen Northridge

It is easy to love the Mediterranean. It's the color of the sea, the sparkling sun gently warming the air, flowers spilling from balconies and down cliffs. It's the winding alleys of walled, medieval towns. And, on this trip, it was also the new friendships made amid the total luxury of Silversea's Silver Whisper. More on cruising the Mediterranean with Silversea

Panama Canal Cruises by Katie Solan

Experience lush rain forests, unique ports and an engineering wonder up close. A Panama Canal cruise offers an adventure unlike your typical fun-in-the-sun vacation. Your path is a storied waterway that cuts through the Continental Divide, using a feat of hydrotechnology to raise ships as large as 90,000 tons 85 feet above sea level. More on Panama Canal cruises

Sail to a Private Island by Jennifer Davoren

Cruise lines reserve these pristine beach retreats just for their passengers. Companies like Holland America, Norwegian and Princess have recognized the need for safe, secluded beaches for their guests and have developed their own private properties, primarily in the Bahamas. More on the private islands of the cruise lines

Singles at Sea by Jennifer Davoren

Find camaraderie and fun aboard a hosted singles cruise. This type of trip mixes the exciting destinations of a cruise -- in Alaska, the Caribbean and the Mexican Riviera, for instance -- with the enthusiasm and expertise of a private activities director. More on singles cruises

South America by Sea by Jennifer Davoren

From the chic scenes of Rio to the jungles of the Amazon, cruises showcase this alluring continent. Trek, tango or wine and dine your sweetheart -- South America offers a diverse array of pursuits in its exotic locales. More on South America cruises

Stretching a Ship by Ted Walker

Learn how cruise ships are expanded and refurbished to create better, more spacious vessels. As cruise lines compete more fiercely for business each year, they seem willing to do just about anything to offer the most innovative and entertaining onboard experiences that technology will allow. From ice-skating rinks to rock-climbing walls and oceangoing planetariums, bigger is better in the world of cruising. More on Royal Caribbean's Enchantment of the Seas

The Magic of Mexico by Jennifer Davoren

Drop anchor in these cruise destinations and find glorious beaches, Mayan culture, colonial heritage and a fiesta atmosphere. Pounding Pacific waves on one coast, cool Caribbean currents on the other -- with two such stunning shores to choose from, it's no wonder that Mexico has become one of the world's top cruise destinations. More on Mexico cruises

Uniquely SeaDream by Karen Northridge

A yachtlike cruise ship carries just 110 passengers as it sails to less-traveled islands in the Eastern Caribbean. In just seven days, I felt as if I belonged on SeaDream. That's the result of the cruise line's hospitality and casual style. There are no unnecessary rules to spoil the illusion that the ship and its mates are at your beck and call. More on SeaDream cruises