Among cruise lines that focus on upscale trips, Ponant has one of the simpler fleets. All but three of the line's 13 vessels fall into one of just two groups: The Sisterships and the Ponant Explorer ...

In my opinion, there are a few kinds of rooms to never book on a cruise unless you must.Lauren Mack After over 25 cruises, I know how to book the best cabin on a cruise — and which I prefer to avoid.

I took my first cruise on one of the largest ships, Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas. My seven-night trip was full of surprises, from the size of my room to the quality of the food. The port stops ...

Viking is unusual among major cruise lines in that it operates both ocean ships and river ships. Despite this, it has one of the easiest-to-understand fleets. The vast majority of Viking's river ships ...

Cruise lines such as Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, and Princess Cruises may be less crowded as they attract an older demographic. Shorter cruises, three to four nights, are more likely to ...

Ready to set sail? Here are 10 of the best Danube river cruises for all types of travelers. The Magna on the Danube cruise boards in Budapest, where guests have the option for a two-night pre-cruise ...

If ancient wonders, mysterious temples and the steady flow of the Nile River are calling, a cruise on Egypt's most famous ...

After over 25 cruises, I know how to book the best cabin on a cruise — and which I prefer to avoid. Cabins in the ship's rear or on the bottom two decks can feel rocky during sea days. I avoid rooms ...