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Cruise Excursions in Puerto Vallarta

Get off the cruise ship and swim with the dolphins, take in a bullfight or tour a tequila factory while you're docked in Puerto Vallarta. Book one of these excursions before you set sail!

Cruise to a City Near You

See our list of some city-focused cruise itineraries worth considering, from major lines to smaller river cruises.

Themed and Specialty Cruises 2011

Cruises, which center trips around interests (hobbies, music, wine) or target markets (gays, singles, kids) present a lot of unique opportunities.

Best US River Cruises

The appeal of traveling aboard smaller, slower ships on the nation's rivers and bays holds a growing appeal.

Cruise Trends

Here's a rundown of 5 cruising trends to help you plan a high-seas adventure in 2012.

Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas

Take a closer look at Royal Caribbean's Allure of the Seas.

The Appeal of Megaships

The growth of so-called megaships (those that carry at least 2,000 passengers) started in the late 1980s with Royal Caribbean's Sovereign class.

Cruise News 2011

Get the latest in cruising news from spikes in the Tipping Guidelines to disruptions in travel to new super cruise lines hitting the water.

Cruise Ship Mishaps

Cruising has its highs and its lows and you should be prepared for anything. To help keep you on your toes, we've put together this list of some of the biggest cruising mishaps.

Danube River Cruises

A Danube River cruise is a great way to experience Europe at a leisurely pace with stops at charming historic towns and cities in Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany.