Holiday river cruises provide guests with the opportunity to visit Christmas markets in some of Europe’s historic cities and charming towns. If you'd like to sample the holiday markets experience closer to home, visit one of these top ten North American Christmas markets for a taste of the magic.

Cruises are a popular vacation choice for families. Today’s cruise ships are filled with great kids and teens clubs, thrilling family-friendly attractions and high-energy activities. If you’re planning on cruising with kids, here are seven tips for booking the best family cruise vacation ever.

Celebrate the season with a fun-filled holiday escape this year. Holiday-themed cruises and attraction-filled parks and resorts are fantastic choices for a fun-filled holiday vacation or a pre-holiday escape. Get in the spirit of the season and check out these great ideas for your holiday getaway.

Tropical destinations like the Caribbean and Bermuda are some of today’s most coveted vacation choices. Many travelers visit these magical isles at some point and vow to return. Now is a great time to for an encore, so start planning to return to these tropical spots on an epic cruise vacation.

As Thanksgiving draws closer, thoughts turn toward planning a festive holiday celebration. Since families are living farther away from each other than at any time in history, sometimes it’s easier to meet on a Thanksgiving cruise. Great last minute deals are available, too. Here are six tips.

Grand Turk is one of the top rated ports of call on Eastern Caribbean cruise itineraries. Cruise guests typically fall in love with Grand Turk's stunning white sand beaches, superb water sports and the island's laid-back vibe. Here are seven of the best Grand Turk shore excursions to consider.

Located in the Western Caribbean, Grand Cayman Island offers a wide array of attractions for cruise guests, including stunning Seven Mile Beach, beautiful coral reefs and world famous Stingray City. If you're planning to visit Grand Cayman, here are seven great shore excursions for your cruise.

One of the best parts of cruising is exploring exciting ports of call. While many cruise vacationers take excursions offered through their ship, others prefer to travel on their own or with a small group. If you’re considering booking an independent shore excursion, here are eight great tips.

For first-time cruisers, planning a cruise vacation can be overwhelming. It can be hard to figure out which ship and stateroom is best, plus there are additional planning requirements that are critical. Here are seven major mistakes first-time cruisers often make and tips on how to avoid them.

Bermuda is a popular destination for cruise passengers. The island is well known for its beautiful pink sand beaches, exciting water sports, scenic beauty and historic charm. If you are planning to visit Bermuda, here are five great things to do on your cruise.