Indonesia is home to thousands of unique islands. In the Southern Pacific, on the doorsteps of the Indian Ocean lies an island and marine preserve, that exists out of place in time. The craggy shores of this hostile volcanic habitat are home to the world’s largest terrestrial lizard, the Komodo Dragon.  The lush tropical jungles, grassy lowlands, and scenic beaches are his domain. Komod...

Barcelona is one of the most popular ports in the Western Mediterranean Sea. The Capital and cultural heart of Catalonia, this beloved city in southern Spain is home to the works of Antoni Gaudi, the Gothic Quarter, and so much more. Here are our recommendations for what you should be doing in Barcelona.

Where to Stay

If you are beginning or ending your cruise in Barcelona, We highly recomme...

Ponant's beautiful expedition ships, lovingly named the Sisterships, are 132 suite small luxury yachts. Each of the four ships was designed to be a serene refuge between thrilling shore landings on your expedition. No accommodation on board epitomizes an intimate sanctuary better than the Owner's Suite.

The Concept

The Owner's Suite on the Sisterships is not le Suite D'amateur on Le Commanda...

There are many ways and reasons to cruise. For those looking to kindle a spark in their relationship, sneak off with that special someone, renew vows, or celebrate an anniversary, there are very few better options than cruising. While cruising your stateroom becomes your over-water bungalow in all of the world’s most romantic ports. For those seeking romance these are the destinations we sug...

There is something new on the horizon. Something that could redefine the hierarchy of cruise lines. Right now there are several brands feverishly racing to be the first of a new tier of Luxury Superyachts promising to supplant the current reigning all-inclusive brands. Many notable names in hotels have already thrown their hat in the ring, but they all seem to be chasing a new contender with ties...

The Finest Dining at Sea continues to shine on board Oceania’s Riviera and Marina. Born through a partnership with one of the most recognized voices in the wine world, La Reserve by Wine Spectator is changing the way guests experience luxury dining onboard. Join us as we look at the 3 tantalizing dining experiences awaiting you at La Reserve.

The Odyssey  

This is straightfor...

Tahiti is one of the most sought-after destinations in the world. This remote island nation, deep in the South Pacific, is steeped in tradition, shelters diverse flora and fauna, and is home to awe-inspiring scenery. 

Windstar is one of the only cruise lines that maintain a year-round presence in the region. The two different types of vessels operating in Windstar’s fleet allow you t...

Celebrity set out to redefine the standards of its market when it launched the Edge series. Now with Three Edge Class ships on the water and a half-billion dollar fleetwide renovation nearly complete Celebrity is definitely on to something.

One of the most prominent new features onboard the Edge series, as well as the newly, “revolutionized” ships, is the brand-new Retreat, an onboa...

The most popular region in the world for cruising is the Caribbean. Every year millions of people board cruise ships and take to these turquoise waters for shopping, adventure, culture, and fun in the sun. The Caribbean is often experienced by sub-region. Most popular cruise lines offer 7-night cruises to the Western, Eastern, and Southern Caribbean. This poses the question to many guests– &...

Seabourn has just welcomed guests aboard the Seabourn Venture as it begins its inaugural expedition to the Arctic. This exciting milestone heralds a new era for Seabourn as the company enters the growing expedition cruising market. Seabourn has no intention of getting lost in the crowd of new ships, and they are ready to prove it with the first of 2 panned, feature-packed, exploration yachts. Here...