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“Our readers are the real experts when it comes to judging the best of the best in the cruise industry! Here’s what they had to say for 2024.” — Bill Panoff, Editor-In-Chief Check out who’s left your ...

Just wrapped up my third sailing on Explora I since her debut—and somehow, each journey manages to outdo the last. This time, we explored the Mediterranean, departing from Piraeus, Greece, and ...

Celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s in the Caribbean aboard Explora Journeys’ luxury ships EXPLORA I and EXPLORA II. Enjoy festive itineraries, seasonal activities, and stunning ports of ...

Today, Margaritaville at Sea announced that it will launch its largest ship yet, Beachcomber. The ship’s design is inspired by sister ships Islander and Paradise, featuring a color palette of nautical ...

Viking announced the delivery of its newest ocean ship, Viking Vesta, which was presented this morning at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy! With 499 staterooms accommodating 998 guests, Viking ...

Steve Leland As a former cruise director, Steve has been cruising the world for the past forty years. Bringing a new dimension to cruise journalism, he continues to spin the globe searching for off ...

Chef’s Table experiences on cruises offer intimate dining, customized menus, and direct chef interaction. Here’s a look at what they entail and examples of cruise lines known for offering this ...

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Explora Journeys expands its Explora Club loyalty program with online points tracking, enhanced perks, and a status match for Oceania Cruises guests.