Before The Cruise Options: Airbnb vs Hotels

The latest analysis by Upgraded Points compares the average nightly costs of Airbnbs and hotels across 100 of America’s largest cities. “Hotels have long been the go-to choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience, but Airbnb has grown in popularity as an Read More …

Summer Plans? Visit Turks & Caicos + Belize

Between Fourth of July, Labor Day Weekend and the spontaneous Friday off, there’s no shortage of long weekends to plan a summer escape–Turks & Caicos and Belize being two dream destinations.   Located on the island of Providenciales in Turks & Read More …

Oceania To Bring Newest Ship To Service Early

Oceania Cruises just announced an earlier launch for their new ship, Allura. Originally planned for summer 2025, Allura will now set sail on July 18, 2025, on a 6-day Eastern Mediterranean voyage from Trieste, Italy to Athens, Greece with stops Read More …

Details: Azamara Cruises 2025 & 2026 Voyages

Azamara Cruises, known for its intimate ships and immersive experiences, unveiled its new itineraries for the 2025 & 2026 winter season. Catering to travelers seeking longer adventures, Azamara offers a 79-night Grand Voyage circumnavigating South America and back-to-back Caribbean itineraries Read More …

2025 Sea Cloud Chef Sailings

Sea Cloud Cruises, one of the world’s most storied names in cruising, announces the San Juan Guest Chef Series onboard Sea Cloud Spirit’s January 2025 Puerto Rico sailings. Curated by award-winning food writer Kathleen Squires and husband Ronnie Rodriguez, proprietors of Chef’s Dinner Table in New York, each of the Read More …

Saudi’s First PADI Adaptive Dive Centers

Red Sea Global, the developer behind luxury tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first and only operator with PADI Adaptive Service Facilities in Saudi Arabia. This accomplishment ensures their dive centers Read More …

HX Launches Early Booking Discounts on 2025 & 2026 Sailings

Set sail for unforgettable adventures with Hurtigruten Expeditions (HX)! They’re offering an incredible early booking discount of up to 40% off all-inclusive expedition cruises to Antarctica, the Galápagos, and beyond for sailings between April 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026. Read More …