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JetBlue’s first class to debut in December

2026-10-19

JetBlue’s new first-class seats now are on sale for flights beginning Dec. 8, the carrier said Thursday. The first flights with BlueFirst seats will be between Boston and Fort Lauderdale, but booking is available on select flights across more than 30 routes, including service between Fort Lauderdale and New York LaGuardia and between New York […]

The Safari Details That Matter More Than the Lodge Name

2026-10-19

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations A celebrated lodge can be an excellent reason to plan a safari, but it does not determine the experience on its own. Two properties with equally beautiful suites, accomplished kitchens and polished service can deliver very different days in the bush. The difference often lies in […]

Century Cruises Wins Eight 2026 Magellan Awards, Recognizing Excellence in Luxury River Cruising

2026-10-13

From China’s legendary Yangtze River to the waterways of Europe, Century Cruises is earning international recognition for its luxury river cruising experiences, innovative itineraries, and commitment to sustainability. Century Cruises has received eight prestigious 2026 Magellan Awards, including seven Gold Awards and one Silver Award, marking a significant milestone in the company’s international expansion. The […]

New suites are coming to the Crystal Serenity

2026-10-13

Crystal is adding an Owner’s Suite and four Junior Penthouse Premium Suites to the Crystal Serenity in 2028. The 1,722-square-foot Owner’s Suite will be midship and include two bedrooms, a living room, a dining area, a butler pantry and Technogym equipment. There will also be a 409-square-foot veranda. The primary bedroom will have a king-sized […]

Private Does Not Always Mean Bespoke: What to Confirm Before Booking a Luxury Tour

2026-10-13

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations Private touring has become one of luxury travel’s most frequently used promises. The phrase suggests freedom, privileged access and a day shaped entirely around the traveller. Yet in practice, “private” may mean only that no strangers will share the guide or vehicle. The route, timing and […]

Image of The Silver Endeavour. Photo Credit: Ming Tappin

Comparing a Silversea expedition to its classic cruise

2026-10-05

Silversea Cruises has been offering ultraluxury experiences at sea since 1994 when it entered the market with the Silver Cloud. The all-suite ship featured private verandas in approximately 75% of its accommodations, a rarity at the time, and helped pioneer the all-inclusive luxury cruise concept. Fourteen years later, in 2008, Silversea launched Silversea Expeditions, which […]

Luxury hotel staff preparing an elegant suite before guests arrive.

What Luxury Hotel Guests Should Arrange Before They Arrive

2026-10-05

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations The finest luxury hotels are designed to make a stay feel effortless. What guests rarely see is the coordination behind that impression. A graceful arrival, a personally prepared room and an uninterrupted evening usually result from decisions made before the guest reaches the front door. […]

A White Desert luxury camp in Antarctica. Photo Credit: White Desert

Lindblad expands Antarctica — and luxury — presence with acquisition

2026-09-28

Lindblad Expeditions is best known for small-ship cruises that explore the natural world with ships displaying the name of longtime partner National Geographic. With its latest acquisition, CEO Natalya Leahy wants travel advisors to know there’s more to explore on land with Lindblad. The company earlier this month acquired a 60% stake in White Desert, […]

Alt tag: Tender boat approaches a volcanic island port while a luxury cruise ship waits offshore, illustrating the logistics that shape a cruise port day.

The Port-Day Details That Matter More Than the Shore Excursion Description

2026-09-28

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations A shore excursion can sound complete on paper: a private guide, a celebrated lunch and several major sights between arrival and departure. What the description rarely explains is how much of that day will actually be spent on the experience that persuaded the traveller to […]

Chauffeur loading luggage into a luxury sedan outside a rain-washed airport terminal at dawn.

The Private Transfer Details That Decide How a Journey Begins

2026-09-21

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations A private transfer is one of the smallest lines on a luxury itinerary, yet it controls the first impression of what follows. After an overnight flight, being met inside the terminal feels very different from searching for a driver beyond a crowded arrivals hall. The […]