Fran Golden

Special Correspondent

Fran Golden covers cruises for AFAR.

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aerial image of Bermuda shoreline flanked by water
Cruise
On These Cruises, You Don’t Need a Passport
A soaking tub with an ocean view? One the forthcoming super-luxe cruise ship <i>Silver Nova</i> from Silversea, it can be yours.
Cruise
The New Cruise Ships We’re Most Excited About in 2023
Cruise to the small village of Ísafjörður on an Iceland cruise.
Expedition Cruises
Where to Cruise in 2023
Dine with epic views on an all-inclusive cruise onboard the <i>Silver Endeavour</i>.
Small Ship Cruises
These Are the Best All-Inclusive Cruises to Book in 2023
For some, crossing the Atlantic via cruise ship represents a way to connect with history.
Cruise
The Thrill of an Off-Season Transatlantic Cruise, Rough Seas and All
On the newly launched <i>Evrima</i> mega-yacht, there are Ritz-Carlton touches throughout, including in the sprawling suites.
Cruise
These Luxury Hotel Brands Are Bringing the Resort Experience to the High Seas
A view from the shore of Avignon of the Pont d'Avignon stretching out into the middle of the Rhône River in France.
River Cruises
The Best River Cruises of 2023
The outdoor Sunset Bar on the Celebrity Beyond cruise ship
Cruise News
New Celebrity Ship Brings Style, Fine Dining, and Wellness to the High Seas
Over-the-top water features will abound on the new <i>Icon of the Seas</i>, including the largest waterpark at sea and no fewer than seven pools.
Cruise News
Is Cruising Officially Back? A New, 7,600-Passenger Ship Says It Is
Visit lesser-known stretches of the Danube river in Romania.
River Cruises
These New Epic 7-Week River Cruises Sail Through More Than a Dozen Countries in Europe (and Beyond)
When it comes to monitoring weather and hurricane season, this is not the cruise industry's first rodeo.
Cruise
How Cruises Navigate the Rough Seas of Hurricane Season
There are more and better ways to stay connected out on the open seas.
Cruise News
Adrift at Sea No More—Wi-Fi on Cruise Ships Gets a Serious Boost
Boats at the sunset on Fatu Hiva bay, Marquesas island, French Polynesia
Cruise
Island-Hopping Tahiti Gets an Upgrade on This Revamped Iconic Cruise Ship
Sail to Hawai'i, French Polynesia, Singapore, across Asia and the Middle East on the all-suite 'Seven Seas Mariner.'
Expedition Cruises
The Best Around-the-World Cruises
Seabourn is among the select luxury cruise lines that includes all gratuities in its cruise fares.
Cruise
The Ultimate Guide to Cruise Ship Tipping
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