Wealthy travelers are increasingly booking luxury train vacations. High-end suites often include amenities like bottomless Champagne, butlers, and private bathrooms. A night on Belmond’s iconic Venice Simplon-Orient Express starts at about $4,370 per person. Vintage luxury is making a comeback. […]
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The CDC randomly inspects and scores cruise ships to prevent the spread of stomach viruses. 27 cruise ships received a perfect score in 2024. Norovirus can spread quickly on packed vessels. Not all cruise ships are created — or operated
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Cruise lines are spending millions on private islands and ports exclusive to their guests. These private Caribbean properties are money trees for companies like Carnival and Royal Caribbean. In-house destinations are becoming increasingly necessary amid rising fuel costs and port
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Cruise lines are increasingly expanding their land-based portfolio with private islands and ports. I’ve visited Royal Caribbean’s private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay, three times. These are my seven tips to make the most of your day. If you’ve booked
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I spent three nights on Royal Caribbean’s latest cruise ship, Utopia of the Seas, in mid-November. The company’s second-largest ship exclusively operates short voyages in a bid to entice new cruisers. My favorite amenities include nighttime mini-golf and an immersive
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I’ve been on Norwegian, Carnival, and Royal Caribbean’s newer cruise ships. The three mass-market cruise lines specialize in large, family-friendly, activity-filled ships. See how their newer vessels’ amenities, restaurants, and cabins compare. If you’re considering a family cruise, you’ll likely
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Most of Carnival Cruise Line’s guests are millennials amid a push for new and younger customers. I spent four nights on its new Carnival Firenze ship in May. Its amenities, itineraries, and fares give insight into how the company is
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The CDC randomly inspects and scores cruise ships to prevent the spread of stomach viruses. Most vessels in 2024 have scored 95 out of 100. 85 or less is considered unacceptable. The 11 dirtiest ships this year so far scored
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Luxury travel concierge Sienna Charles’ clients have an average net worth starting at $100 million. Its founder said Instagram catalyzed most of its ultrawealthy travelers to request celebrity-like treatment. This includes security and private hotel check-ins — even if they’re not
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Shirene Thomas has been on 17 cruises from October 2023 to September 2024. She plans to eventually move onto Villa Vie’s residential ship. She has 9 tips for first-time, solo, and budget cruisers, from buying WiFi to selecting ships. Thanks
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