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Dr. John Shears: The Man Who Located the Endurance
2023-10-02

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations   I had the pleasure this weekend to take Dr. John Shears and some of his Endurance 22 Expedition team that discovered Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ship in Antarctica to Lady Liberty. We discussed today’s expedition cruises and his most remarkable expedition, In the annals of polar […]

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After record period of ship removals, younger, more efficient fleets remain
2023-10-02

Six Fantasy-class Carnival ships. Three vessels from Royal Caribbean’s now-defunct Pullmantur line. Holland America Line’s former Westerdam. These ships were among 38 vessels sold to shipbreaking yards since the pandemic began, representing the largest exodus of cruise ships in history. The result? A worldwide cruise fleet of larger, younger and more efficient ships. Last year […]

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Airfares are down right now. Will they stay that way long?
2023-09-25

The surge in pent-up demand that drove high airfares last year appears to have given way to more normal seasonal demand this fall, at least for full-service U.S. carriers. But how long airfare will remain down relative to the past 18 months is an open and very unclear question. “It’s really hard to predict whether […]

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10 most expensive vacation destinations around the world
2023-09-25

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations   Here are ten of the most expensive vacation destinations around the world. Keep in mind that prices and rankings can change over time, so it’s a good idea to check for the latest information before planning a trip: St. Barts, Caribbean Known for its luxurious […]

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10 Most Popular Bucket List Destinations That People Aspire to Visit
2023-09-18

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations   A bucket list is a compilation of dreams, goals, and desires that one hopes to accomplish in their lifetime. For many, travel is a significant component of their bucket list. Exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and witnessing breathtaking landscapes are often at the top […]

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Is demand for air travel falling? Depends who you ask
2023-09-18

U.S. airlines have presented widely divergent perspectives this week on the demand environment, with discount carriers reporting a recent plunge and full-service carriers asserting that demand remains in line with earlier expectations. “Over the last couple weeks, things have changed and sequentially gotten worse,” Frontier CEO Barry Biffle said at the Morgan Stanley Laguna conference […]

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Exploring the Horizon: Future Travel Trends Shaping the Way We Journey
2023-09-11

Richard Shane Founder and CEO The World’s Greatest Vacations   The world of travel is on the brink of transformation, driven by technological advancements, shifting consumer preferences, and a growing awareness of sustainable practices. As we peer into the future, a tapestry of exciting travel trends emerges, promising to redefine the way we explore the […]

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Venice will give day-tripper fee a test run
2023-09-11

ROME (AP) — Tourist-flooded Venice approved guidelines for testing a new fee for day-trippers on peak visitor weekends next year. The city council gave the go-ahead for the guidelines, tweaking earlier plans for a fee that was announced a year ago. Final approval of the plan will come up for consideration on Sept. 12. The […]

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The Emerald Radiance on the Douro River
East Coast to Europe, the fall teems with possibilities
2023-09-05

Whether clients are looking for an immersive food-and-wine-focused itinerary on the Douro, an intimate experience in France’s Champagne region or a leaf-peeping sailing in the Northeast, they’ll have no shortage of options as they transition from the hustle of summer vacation and a fall slowdown. Here are a few to consider: Emerald Cruises is extending […]

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Cruise demand grows for the Caribbean, and lines answer the call
2023-08-28

A combination of new cruise lines and bigger ships drove cruise capacity growth in the Caribbean this year beyond prepandemic levels, with more vessels on the way. Several cruise lines plan to deploy additional tonnage to the region in 2024 and beyond, potentially boosting passenger volumes in an area that already sails almost half of […]

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