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Cruise
The “Secret” Cruises That Will Bring You to Off-the-Beaten-Path Ports
These unique adventures on the high seas aren’t heavily promoted and tend to attract fewer and more experienced travelers. Here’s everything you need to know about repositioning cruises.
December 10, 2025 05:30 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Cruise
Amazon River Fish, Greenlandic Lamb, Alaskan Fireweed Honey—Cruise Dining Has Entered Its Local Era
From a fresh-fish program on Holland America Line to a Tundra to Table experience in the Arctic with Quark Expeditions, these cruise lines are using local ingredients, purveyors, and chefs to create meals that better reflect the regions they sail through.
July 22, 2025 07:12 PM
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Erica Silverstein
Cruise
7 Up-and-Coming Cruise Destinations to Sail to in 2026
As cruise lines plot new itineraries, here are some of the more under-the-radar places to visit by sea this year—from the Alaskan wilderness to Tanzania’s Spice Islands and Toba, Japan.
February 18, 2026 05:54 PM
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Fran Golden
River Cruises
How to Pick the Right River Cruise for You—a Sailing for Every Style of Traveler
A travel writer who’s been covering river cruises for years offers her top picks for families, foodies, solo travelers, wellness seekers, history lovers, and more.
February 26, 2025 08:03 AM
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Jeri Clausing
Expedition Cruises
On a New Expedition Vessel in Greenland, Passengers Are Challenged to Embrace the Unknown
Greenland is a relatively new cruise destination, which means that expedition voyages, such as those being offered on the new “Scenic Eclipse II,” often find themselves sailing into uncharted territory.
October 26, 2023 03:00 PM
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Bailey Berg
River Cruises
The Secret to Exploring Europe’s Popular Christmas Markets That Most People Don’t Know About
Gingerbread and mulled wine, artisan crafts, and festive lights—there’s a wonderful way to be delivered directly to Europe’s enchanting holiday markets in comfort and style.
November 4, 2024 07:20 PM
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Fran Golden
Tips + News
With No Flights Home, Argentine Sails the Atlantic to Be With Family
The option to fly wasn’t available due to coronavirus travel restrictions, so Juan Manuel Ballestero embarked on a three-month seafaring journey from Portugal to Argentina to be able to see his parents.
June 19, 2020 05:29 PM
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Almudena Calatrava
Cruise
This Lesser-Known Region of French Polynesia Is Best Explored on the Most Unexpected Cruise Ship
It doesn’t get more authentic than sailing on an upscale cruise ship doubling as a freight vessel that delivers critical supplies and transportation services to remote island communities throughout this Polynesian archipelago.
March 24, 2025 08:04 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Cruise
This Is the New Way to Cruise the Mediterranean
A new generation of expedition cruise ships are bringing a completely reimagined style of cruising to the Mediterranean.
September 19, 2024 06:27 PM
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Jeri Clausing
Cruise
Nostalgia on the High Seas—These 6 Throwback Cruises Will Take You Back in Time
In the days of yore, crossing the oceans, seas, and rivers was slower and more intentional. You can still experience that history and glamour—but with modern-day comforts and amenities—on these retro-inspired sailings.
December 22, 2025 06:49 PM
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Erica Silverstein
Expedition Cruises
This New Ultra-Luxury Polar Yacht Will Sail in Antarctica and Africa, the Falklands, and the Fjords of Chile
Luxury expedition cruising trailblazer Scenic Group is one-upping itself in the world of yacht-style adventure sailing.
October 21, 2025 10:45 PM
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Jeri Clausing
River Cruises
This River Cruise Line Is One of the Best-Kept Secrets on Europe’s Rivers
Some of the most luxurious river cruise sailings in Europe are also some of the most affordable.
June 11, 2024 07:30 AM
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Jeri Clausing
Unpacked, the Podcast
Have Travel Questions? Our New Season of the “Unpacked” Podcast Has the Answers.
Every Thursday on “Unpacked by AFAR,” we tackle life’s big travel questions.
February 1, 2024 11:40 AM
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Aislyn Greene
Ocean Cruises
Don’t Want to Cruise With Kids? Sail on These Adult-Focused Cruise Ships
From cruise lines with a minimum age requirement to itineraries that cater specifically to adults, on these cruises you won’t see many or any younger passengers.
January 30, 2026 04:50 PM
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Fran Golden
Cruise
One of the Best Ways to See Italy? On These Intimate Small-Ship Cruises
Whether you want to do a two-week deep dive along the Italian coast or simply dip your toes into some lesser-known harbors, these cruises offer a wonderful way to explore more of Italy.
August 12, 2024 07:25 PM
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Brittany Chrusciel
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