The latest batch of yacht-like vessels sailing in Europe, the Caribbean and beyond offer personalized experiences, great food and spacious suites.
Category: Cruises
-
No Luxury Spared: New High-End Cruise Ships Set Sail
The New York Times – Travel: -
Drought, Heat, Low Water Levels: Europe’s River Cruises Take a Hit
The New York Times – Travel:The Danube and Rhine are at record lows this summer, disrupting hundreds of cruises that have become an increasingly popular part of Europe’s tourism industry.
-
Tips for Traveling While Pregnant
The New York Times – Travel:Doing research and getting advice from your doctor before you go can make your trip smoother.
-
Why Cruise Line Are Hiking Certain Fees
The New York Times – Travel:Some major lines are increasing gratuities and deposit requirements, and charging more for certain packages. It’s all adding up.
-
How to Catch the ‘Eclipse of the Century’ in 2027, When Spain, Egypt and More Go Dark
The New York Times – Travel:On Aug. 2, Southern Europe, North Africa and the Middle East will witness a solar blockbuster with extra-long totality. If you want to see it, book soon.
-
Disney Theme Parks Report Strong Results, While Comcast’s Universal Parks Dip
The New York Times – Travel:Theme parks have long been seen as a bellwether for consumer confidence. Disney’s domestic parks and cruises revenue rose 11 percent in the latest quarter.
-
Four Seasons Sets Sail, Offering Luxury and Curated Cruise Experiences
The New York Times – Business:Luxury hotel brands are getting into the cruise business. A Mediterranean itinerary offered a taste of what at times seemed like a mega-yacht experience.
-
A Wellness Cruise for the Overstimulated and Totally Stressed
The New York Times – Business:Our writer kept an open mind as she signed up for sound baths, face yoga and meditation sessions on a wellness retreat aboard a luxury Mediterranean cruise. But was it all a bit too woo-woo?
-
Norovirus Outbreak Sickens 115 on Cruise Ship
The New York Times – Business:More than 100 passengers and 13 crew members on the Caribbean Princess reported being ill, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
-
3 Dead in Hantavirus Outbreak Aboard Cruise Ship, W.H.O. Says
The New York Times – Business:One case of hantavirus infection has been confirmed in a laboratory, the organization said on Sunday. There are five additional suspected cases.
-
How to Prepare for Your First River Cruise
The New York Times – Business:As cruises gain popularity among travelers, here’s what to know before setting sail down a river.