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Viking Invasion: River Cruise Leader Makes Waves in 2012

The world's premier river cruise company, Viking River Cruises, is poised to invoke its inner Viking as it commemorates the line's 15th anniversary year with an aggressive expansion campaign. Not only will they be launching six new ships on European rivers by August, but they're completely revamping their Russian vessels, to boot.

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Uruguay's Best Beach Getaways

Within Uruguay’s borders are some of the top beaches in South America—and now is the prime time to visit. Each beach has its own distinct vibe and personality, making it perfect for whatever type of retreat you desire.

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Abercrombie & Kent to Sail Luxe Arctic Expedition in 2013

Luxury tour provider Abercrombie & Kent has announced an Arctic cruise adventure worth planning ahead for. The company will be hosting an expedition voyage aboard the sleek, 199-passenger MV Le Boreal, for a 2013 foray into polar bear country.

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Silversea Cruises Serves Up Slow Food Tours of Tuscany

Ultra-luxe, all-suite cruise line Silversea is cooking up a new "Slow Food Adventure in Tuscany" program in partnership with Slow Food Italy.

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5 New Las Vegas Cocktail Hot Spots

With the rise of mixology programs across Las Vegas, sophisticated cocktails have become an integral part of nightlife in Sin City. In recent months, a spate of new ultra-lounges and nightclubs has taken this trend to the next level. We've selected the hottest spots to experience the new cocktail frontier.

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Best Finds for Paris Street Food

Sometimes a bite on the go is just the thing when busy exploring Paris. Once considered gauche—as Parisians are sticklers for sit-down meals—there's a new trend of spots to grab gourmet snacks meant to be taken out and eaten pronto. Here are a few top places for a quick, delicious bite on the run.

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Disney Cruise Line Announces New Miami Sailings and Europe Itineraries

Family-friendly Disney Cruise Line is rolling out some expansive changes for its 2013 cruise calendar, including a return to the Mediterranean, as well as its first-ever departures out of Miami.

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Solo Cruisers Save Up to 42% on Select European River Cruises

Solo cruise travelers, take heed: Your ship has finally come in. For deal-savvy travelers who are looking to fly solo on their next cruise vacation, turn to single traveler-specialized travel agency Premier River Cruises.

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Top 6 Things to Know About Travel with Kids

While improvisation is often the key to success when traveling with kids—as things don't always go as planned even if you nail down every last detail—there are ways to increase your chances for smooth sailing both before and during a trip. We spoke with L. Jasmine Kim, general manager of Travel-Ticker, and parent on-the-go, to get her best advice on creating a fantastic family vacation.

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With Cruise Bookings Down, Cruise Sales Crop Up

In the wake of the Costa Concordia shipwreck, cruise bookings are down. The silver lining is that cruise lines are now offering record deals for travelers. But book quickly: these deals expire soon!

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