Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. A longtime favorite escape for Northern Europeans, the Canary ...

Planning a Greek islands cruise? Learn what to expect from heat, crowds, tender ports and ship size choices, plus smart tips to enjoy Santorini, Mykonos and beyond.

Turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, sunbeds under swaying palms - and complete privacy. Today, some celebrities and ultra-wealthy individuals have leased or even bought private islands.

Compared to a typical holiday on land, cruises can offer exceptional value. Even a standard cruise fare covers accommodation and typically all on-board meals, plus, of course, the convenience of ...

Perched on the edge of a rugged inflatable boat, I slip on my flippers and my snorkeling mask, then jump feet-first into the cerulean waters below. Swimming alongside fellow travelers from the MS ...

From the Spice Islands and Toba, Japan to the Alaskan wilderness, these are the seven best new and emerging cruise destinations for 2026.

There are few travel sensations quite as stirring and elemental as approaching an unknown island by sea—and knowing you’ll get to do it again tomorrow. Here’s how to channel your inner mariner. The ...

The cruise line is doubling down on its tropical footprint with a brand-new destination and a high-tech overhaul of its ...

Cruise tourism to the Caribbean and the Bahamas is sailing along at record levels, but not every regional destination is receiving its share of the wealth. The Cayman Islands is struggling to contend ...

MACKINAC ISLAND, MI - One of Mackinac’s main attractions is actually all about stepping off the island - and onto a cruise - so you can enjoy the island from a completely different perspective. Sip n’ ...