Cruises
Fourth of July Travel Deals: Cheap Flights, Premium Cruise Packages, & More
The best deals to snag over the long weekend.
By Paris Wilson and Kyler Alvord
Cruise Etiquette: How To Get the Most Out of Shore Excursions
When to book them and when to explore on your own, plus how to personalize them to the utmost.
By Scott Laird
How to Deal With Seasickness on a Cruise Ship
I've been on more than 50 cruises—here are my tried-and-true strategies for minimizing seasickness.
By Megan duBois
Around-the-World Cruises: Everything Travelers Need to Know About These Epic Voyages
Plus, the best around-the-world cruises to book in 2025 and beyond.
By Scott Laird and Mark Ellwood
The Best New Cruises in the World: 2024 Hot List
This year's curated collection of the world’s best new cruises has something for everyone.
By CNT Editors
This New ‘Standby’ Cruise Fare Costs Just $49 Per Day—but Is It Worth It?
You might not secure a spot until two days before departure.
By Jessica Puckett
What Happens If You Miss Your Cruise Ship?
Everything travelers should know about getting left behind at port.
By Jessica Puckett
Privacy, Please: What's Next for Exclusive Travel
From yacht charters and secluded villas to off-the-book itineraries, the demand for bespoke travel experiences is booming.
By CNT Editors
Windstar's New Winter Cruises Through the Mediterranean Are Designed for Curious Travelers
Behind the making of Windstar's first offseason Mediterranean cruises, where thinner crowds make way for authentic connections.
By Laura Itzkowitz
The Best Mississippi River Cruises to Discover America's Heartland
These Mississippi River cruises are some of the best ways to explore America's heartland, from New Orleans to St. Paul.
By Jackie Sheckler Finch
Onboard Obsession: Snorkeling With Manta Rays on an Expedition Cruise to Palau's Rock Islands
On a 12-day sailing from Vietnam to Palau aboard the National Geographic Resolution, a writer finds child-like joy in snorkeling.
By Scott Bay
This Ultra-Luxury Cruise Whisks Travelers to 40 Countries in 5 Months
Regent Seven Seas' new ‘World of Splendor’ cruise crosses three oceans and visits 73 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
By Jessica Puckett
Four Seasons Unveils First Yacht Itineraries and Suite Interiors
See where the highly-anticipated Four Seasons Yacht will sail when it launches in 2026.
By Jessica Puckett
The Best Places to Learn How to Sail, From the Greek Islands to the Florida Keys
These educational charters teach you how to sail while navigating some of the world's most stunning coastlines.
By Hannah Towey
Cruise Etiquette: How to Avoid Getting Sick on a Cruise
We break down the health guidelines cruise ships follow to prevent outbreaks on board, plus, what passengers can do themselves.
By Scott Laird
The 11 Best Alaska Cruise Excursions in 2024
Experience The Last Frontier's wildlife, Indigenous culture, and famed seafood.
By Janice Wald Henderson
The Best Cruises Departing From NYC, From Bermuda Getaways to Transatlantic Voyages
There's nothing quite like sailing out of the Big Apple.
By Meena Thiruvengadam
The Best Time to Cruise Alaska for Wildlife, Northern Lights, and Fewer Crowds
In-the-know travelers are learning the benefits of sailing Alaska in its shoulder season.
By Susan B. Barnes
The 11 Best Cruise Lines for Adults
Whether you're looking to indulge in small ship luxury or let loose on a fun-loving mega cruise.
By Janice Wald Henderson
The Pleasure—and Pain—of Polar Plunging
On an expedition cruise to Antarctica, seeking mindfulness in the waters of the Southern Ocean.
By Celeste Moure