River cruises are more popular than ever. These enlightening cruise vacations are a wonderful way to experience different cultures in an authentic and personal manner. If you’re planning a river cruise vacation, make sure to read these ten important tips for your next trip.

Each year, Princess Cruises announces the winners of their C.R.U.I.S.E. service awards, honoring the best shore excursions and guides in Alaska ports based primarily on passenger feedback. If you're planning an Alaska cruise, take a look at these winners when planning your shore excursions.

Theme cruises are popular with today's cruise vacationers. These events give guests an opportunity to hear their favorite stars in concert and meet other fans with the same interests. A new alternative allows music lovers to cruise and have the same concert experience at a fraction of the cost.

Juneau, Alaska's capital city, is nestled between towering mountains and the scenic waterways of the Inside Passage. Located in the Tongass National Forest, Juneau offers a wide array of activities. Juneau is also a popular embarkation point and port of call for many exciting soft adventure cruises

Cruise passengers stopping in Grand Turk often fall in love with this beautiful Turks & Caicos island. The good news for vacationers who discover Turks & Caicos on a cruise is that it’s easy to return to this tropical island chain. Now that you’ve found your paradise, head back and stay awhile.

Many cruise passengers are attracted to small ship cruises. These smaller vessels can often go to pristine spots where large ships can’t travel. The price tag for these cruises, however, can be more than some can afford. Here are five tips to get the feel of a small ship experience on a budget.

The scenery in Glacier National Park is some of the most beautiful in the world. Many visitors are not aware of the park’s many cruising opportunities. Boat cruises on Glacier’s lakes are one of the best ways to see some of the park’s large glaciers. Opportunities for adventure abound as well.

Travelers can give back and help others on vacation, both on land and while sailing the high seas. Shipboard programs offered by cruise lines make giving back both easy and fun. Here's a great way to give back on your next cruise.

Want to learn and experience the world with your children? Look at the Institute for Shipboard Education's Enrichment Voyages. These cruises allow parents and children to travel together, learn about different cultures, and enjoy unique educational opportunities aboard their floating campus at sea.

Bears and whales, soaring eagles, dogsled rides, thrilling zipline adventures, hiking on glaciers, scenic flightseeing, panning for gold - oh my! Abundant wildlife and a wide variety of exciting outdoor adventures make Alaska a great choice for a summer family cruise. Get the details here.