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What’s Inside
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The All-inclusive Goes Extra
Michelin stars, designer interiors and the latest in wellness programs are helping to redefine resort travel.
22 Have Paddle, Will Travel
A group trip to Palm Springs charts pickleball’s rise from fitness craze to travel trend.
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4 Vacation Mode
What’s new and noteworthy for sun-seekers
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Lessons from the Islands
Across the Caribbean, craftbased tours invite visitors to learn a new skill — and take home a better understanding of local cultural traditions.
On the Cover
The walking trail at Punta Sur on Isla Mujeres, Mexico, provides a perfect spot from which to take in the sunrise — or sunset. The nearby Almare, part of Mariott’s Luxury Collection, raises the bar on the resort experience.
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Everything Under the Sun
Every year, millions of North Americans travel to warmer climes for sun, sea and sand. But there’s more than that drawing them — it’s the variety of genuine experiences waiting beyond the shore. Check out our guide to immersive Caribbean skill-tourism activities, from chocolate making to tropical gardening, on page 8. Options for sports and wellness trippers are also on the rise, as shown by pickleball’s straight-sets sweep of resorts and cruise ships (page 22). And, of course, the south has always been a place to disconnect and bask in JOMO — the joy of missing out — and a new wave of luxury all-inclusive resorts (page 16) makes that easier than ever. All you need to do is follow the sun.
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Vacation Mode
What’s new and noteworthy for sun- and sand-seekers.
Small Ships, Big Luxury
Some of the grandest cruising experiences now come aboard the smallest ships — with fewer than 500 passengers — as hospitality giants like the Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons and Aman enter the luxury yacht space. The Ritz-Carlton’s third superyacht, Luminara, will sail to Alaska in 2026 furnished with original works by Henri Matisse and David Hockney. Four Seasons’ flagship yacht makes its debut in January in the Caribbean flaunting a retractable floating marina with an inner bar and lounge. Meanwhile, Star Seeker, the first of two custom Star Class ships from Windstar Cruises, launches in December with a full-service spa and suites with floor-to-ceiling ocean views. On the Great Lakes, Victory Cruise Lines began smallship sailings last spring, including tours of Frank Lloyd Wright landmarks.
A New Class of Cruisers
Considering your first cruise? You’re in good company. The latest report from Cruise Lines International Association reveals 68 percent of international travelers are doing the same, and a record number of first-time cruisers have already set sail over the past two years. This trend bodes well for the industry, especially when combined with other positive indicators: 82 percent of past cruisers plan to cruise again, and when they do, nearly half intend to go on longer voyages. By 2028, some 42 million people are forecast to embark on a cruise getaway — among them, 1.5 million seeking luxury on the high seas and a wave of younger adventurers chasing expedition experiences.
The World’s Best Beaches
WHITEHAVEN BEACH IN QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA
At 98 percent pure silica, the sands of Whitehaven Beach are soft, powdery and so white that they barely retain heat, making this Whitsunday Island strand a top choice for travelers and Lonely Planet’s latest pick for the best in the world.
ELAFONISSI BEACH IN CRETE, GREECE
Pink sands, turquoise waters and hiking trails are among the reasons this beach is called the “Caribbean of the Mediterranean” and was named the best beach in the world by TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards this year.
MIRROR BEACH NEAR KSAMIL, ALBANIA
The top trending beach destination? According to search and TikTok data analyzed by Planet Cruise, it’s Ksamil, Albania, where Mirror Beach ranks high for the sparkling reflections the sun casts over the Ionian Sea.
Pop-up Sunshade
The bright idea for the Miasun Beach Tent came to friends Hortense Pontabry and Valériane Voirin on a holiday while searching for cover from the hot Australian sun. After tiring of lugging a heavy parasol around, the French duo cobbled together a makeshift sunshade that became their prototype. The final product — foldable, totable and sealed with UPF30+ coating — weighs just 2.5 pounds and fits into carry-ons and beach bags with ease.
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America’s Favorite Theme Park at 40
Welcome to Dollywood, the friendliest town in the Smokies — and America’s favorite theme park for the third year in a row, according to the National Amusement Park Historical Association. The woodsy Tennessee-based attraction may have officially opened its gates on May 3, 1986, but this year marks 40 seasons of rides and slides, complete with a new park tour, the new Wilderness Pass Restaurant and more surprises. And yes, Dolly Parton herself was on hand to kick celebrations off with the premiere of Play On, a brand new retrospective show.
Waterslides Taller than Niagara Falls
At 250 feet, four inches tall, Vertigo and the Fractionator at Meryal Waterpark in Lusail, Qatar, have been officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the tallest waterslides in the world. Both are part of Rig 1938 — a six-level structure so massive it stands on its own peninsula, and the first to launch 12 slides from a single tower. Vertigo sends riders plummeting through a trapdoor into a transparent twisting chute. The Fractionator, a more classic body slide, delivers a high-speed descent packed with sharp turns and heart-racing drops.
Mystery at the Beach
FEVER BEACH, CARL HIAASEN
Life is not quite a beach in the latest caper from the Florida native and best-selling author of Bad Monkey — a riotous romp through the swampy political environment Floridians call home.
THE
LAST FERRY OUT, ANDREA BARTZ
Set on the fictional island Isla Colel, this “twisty tropicalisland mystery,” as Bartz describes it, follows Abby, who sets out in search of the truth about her fiancée’s suspicious death.
MURDER TAKES A VACATION, LAURA LIPPMAN
After winning the lottery, a charming former private investigator and middleaged widow sets out on a French river cruise, only to find herself entangled in an international murder plot.
Fly Me to the Sun
This winter, escaping to the Caribbean will be easier than ever. Starting in December, Delta Air Lines will expand its network with new direct service from Atlanta to Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, making 2026 its largestever winter schedule in Latin America and the Caribbean. North of the border, Air Canada is also ramping up its sun-bound offerings, adding nonstop flights from Ottawa to the Bahamas and Jamaica as part of its biggest season in the region yet, with seat capacity up 16 percent. The Dominican Republic remains the most visited destination in the Caribbean, while the broader region is on track to welcome 776 million air travelers by the end of 2025 — a 4.1 percent increase over last year.
Lessons from the Islands
When in the Caribbean, do as the locals do. Craft, farm and cook your way to the heart of cultural traditions — and pick up a few skills to take home with you.
By Katie Sehl
Say the name of a Caribbean or Central American nation and many travelers picture the same thing: white sand, turquoise waters and activities that require a swimsuit. “People often stick to the beaches and resorts, but there’s so much more to experience,” says Fiona Compton, a cultural ambassador behind the popular Instagram and TikTok account Know Your Caribbean. In 2021, Compton and co-host Sherween Gonzales launched Tryin’ a Ting, a video series that follows the duo as they try everything from sea-moss farming to sand-cooking fish. According to them, travelers are catching on. “There’s a shift from being just a tourist to being a guest — someone who learns, connects and leaves with more than just photos,” says Gonzales. “And in the Caribbean, where culture and nature are so closely tied, those kinds of experiences stay with you.” So, ready to try something new?
Belize Cook Traditional Hudut
In every simmering pot of hudut, a culture endures. The seafood stew, named for the mashed plantain in each bowl, is a Garifuna specialty once nearly lost under French and British colonial rule. The dish traces the Garifuna people’s lineage through its ingredients: Plantain mash evokes the journey of West Africans who fled slave ships to Saint Vincent, while coconut broth and spices reflect native crops long cultivated by Arawak and Carib peoples. After resisting British forces, the Garifuna — AfroIndigenous descendants of these communities — were exiled in 1797 and nearly wiped out. Survivors fled to Guatemala, Nicaragua and Belize, where their culture lives on. In Hopkins, a hub of the Garifuna diaspora in Belize, cooking classes by Namu Travel give participants the chance to make and try hudut with local experts in an open-air, thatched kitchen.
OPENING
SPREAD
Tour a cacao farm and make your own chocolate during the Tree to Bar experience at Saint Lucia’s Rabot Estate.
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Spot
Migratory Birds
As the easternmost island in the Lesser Antilles, Barbados is a key layover for migratory birds winging their way along the Atlantic Flyway, one of four avian “superhighways” between North America and South America. Among these frequent flyers are sandpipers, great blue herons, kingfishers, snowy egrets and whistling ducks, who bring the island’s species tally well above 250. Island Routes’ Barbados Bird Watching Experience takes birders from Woodbourne Shorebird Reserve, a wetland sanctuary for migratory birds, to King George V Memorial Park, where all eyes are on the island’s only endemic passerine, the Barbados bullfinch — known locally as a sparky or sparrow. You might also spot the yellow-bellied bananaquit, green-throated carib hummingbird and Eurasian collared dove.
Barbados
Dominican Republic
Brew Coffee with a Local
The Dominican Culture Experience by Chukka Caribbean Adventures starts with a freshly brewed cup at Mama Blanca’s casa típica in the countryside, a hilly 45-minute drive from Amber Cove cruise port. Here, beans are roasted over the fire, ground by mortar and pestle and brewed in a greca — a stovetop coffee maker found in nearly every Dominican home. After sampling fresh-rolled cigars and Mama Juana (a spicedrum cocktail), the tour wraps in Coconut Cove, an oceanside outpost where guests learn to make mofongo: a mash of plantains, shredded chicken, garlic, olive oil, salt and cheese.
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Get Close to Rescued Wildlife
Perhaps you saw the viral video of a mother sloth reunited with her baby, found alone on a Costa Rican beach. The organization behind the reunion was the Jaguar Rescue Center, a sanctuary and clinic in Playa Chiquita dedicated to the rehabilitation of mistreated, injured or orphaned animals. On a tour with Travel Excellence, guests can meet resident monkeys, sloths, anteaters and other wildlife up close, get to know their characteristics and rehabilitation stories firsthand and contribute to their care and recovery. Fall in love with a furry or feathered friend? Consider an adoption: You’ll receive a certificate, background story and photos to take home.
Costa Rica
Jamaica Experience Equine Empowerment
At the Half Moon Equestrian Centre, director Trina deLisser likes to think of the resident horses as wellness instructors. The stables, which have been part of the Half Moon resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica, for nearly 40 years, host weekly therapeutic rides for children and adults with special needs, including Positive Empowerment Sessions, where participants learn how to use body language to communicate with horses and build a bond through mutual respect. In the Swim with Horses activity at Sunrise Beach, riders wade into the sea on horseback with the support of well-trained guides. Private lessons are also available for dressage, polo or jumping.
Craft Your Own Chocolate Bar
Cacao is experiencing a revival in Saint Lucia — so much so that in 2014, the island decreed August as Chocolate Heritage Month. But there’s decadence to be found year-round. Join Barefoot Holidays for the Bean-to-Bar experience at the Rabot Estate, the oldest working cacao farm on the island (revived in 2006). After learning the intricacies of growing, fermenting, drying, roasting and conching cacao beans, grab a mortar and pestle and pound up some nibs to create a bar of your own. While it cools in the freezer, shop the Wall of Chocolate or try the restaurant’s Cacao BBQ Wings and famous Ice Cream of the Gods soft-serve.
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The All-inclusive Goes Extra
Michelin stars and underwater spin classes? Check us in.
By Renée Morrison
All-inclusives are having a glow-up. Out are buffet lines and syrupy margaritas. In are Michelin-starred restaurants, designer interiors and wellness programs that feel more like five-star retreats than resort afterthoughts. And no, it’s not Boomers leading this trend. In a recent survey from Hotels.com, 42 percent of Gen Z respondents said all-inclusives are their preferred hotel type — more than any other generation. The finding is telling. These younger travelers are jet-setting their way to the top of the luxury market, and they’re checking in with a set of expectations that lean more Soho House than spring break. For them, the appeal of the all-in lies not only in its ease — who doesn’t want to be blissfully wallet-free on holiday? — but also its evolution. Among the resorts setting a new standard is Grand Velas Los Cabos in Mexico. It’s home to Cocina de Autor, the first restaurant in the region to earn a Michelin star and one of only
four all-inclusive restaurants in the country bestowed with the honor. (The Cocina de Autor at Grand Velas Riviera Maya also nabbed a star.) Led by Dutch chef Sidney Schutte and Jalisco native Francisco Sixtos, access to the oceanfront restaurant is included in the nightly rate for guests and available to outside visitors with reservations. Inspired by Mexican cuisine, the multi-course tasting menu features bold dishes like chocolate clam with jalapeño, green apple and nixtamal, and yellow corn velouté with shiitake mushrooms — a spin on the classic sopa de elote.
Rarely are such artfully prepared plates served this close to the sand. “Today’s traveler expects culinary experiences that rival the best standalone restaurants in the world — authentic, inventive and rooted in a strong sense of place,” says Sixtos. “We offer thoughtful dining experiences that reflect both Mexico’s culinary heritage and global trends, using locally sourced ingredients. It’s all about the details.” Such details include a craft cocktail or mocktail served as
ABOVE
At Cocina de Autor, chef Francisco Sixtos finishes a dish of kabocha, Comté and jícama (Mexican turnip) with truffles.
OPENING SPREAD
In the Deluxe king-bed oceanfront suite at Almare Isla Mujeres, the sea and sky meet just beyond your private balcony.
PHOTOS: COURTESY OF GRAND VELAS LOS CABOS.
an aperitif beside the koi pond and a Guerrero-inspired chilate (a warm and decadent cacao dessert) to close out the meal.
Beyond the plate, guests now expect all-inclusives to raise the bar in the gym, too. “More travelers want to maintain their existing routines, so there’s a need to keep up with studio trends,” says fitness instructor and personal trainer Juan David Caballero Aguilera. In addition to appearances by celebrity trainers and a full calendar of yoga, Pilates and Zumba classes, the wellness lineup includes group strength sessions, trampoline workouts and, soon, rooftop pickleball matches. Think aqua aerobics sounds cute? Try aqua spinning, where stationary bikes are installed underwater for calorie-torching workouts.
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The sea begins where the infinity pool ends at Grand Velas Los Cabos; the terraced Serenity pool reserves tiers for adults, families and activities.
The hotel chain doubled down on the luxury all-inclusive format with the opening of Grand Velas Boutique Los Cabos, an adults-only retreat located steps away on the Tourist Corridor. In contrast to these properties, the group’s third Los Cabos outpost, Mar del Cabo,
is one of few hotels in the region that follows the so-called “European Plan,” where food and beverages are à la carte rather than bundled with the room rate. This option better suits those who plan to spend more time exploring Cabo San Lucas beyond the resort’s bougainvillea-draped walls. “We know our guests aren’t staying here all day, and we encourage that,” says Mar del Cabo’s community manager, Daniela Pamatz.
Design-wise, these properties are miles away from the copypaste aesthetic of the basic beach resort. Grand Velas Los Cabos channels The White Lotus’ lookbook with lush landscaping and a sleek, multi-level outdoor space with three infinity pools and a thoughtful layout that allows for privacy. At Mar del Cabo the same is true, but with a more bohemian, almost Santorini-esque style. Rooms are outfitted with Oaxacan rugs, hand-painted tiles and colorful embroidered pillows sourced from Mexican artisans. With any suite stay at Grand Velas Los Cabos and Grand Velas
THIS SPREAD, LEFT TO RIGHT Sail in, breathe out at Almare Isla Mujeres’ private dock; find your center with morning yoga by the sea; Mediterranean whites meet Mexican greenery at Mar del Cabo.
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Boutique Los Cabos, personal concierges are available to unpack luggage, book day trips or even draw you a bath before bed, as part of an overall staff that outnumbers guests three-to-one.
The luxury all-inclusive has come into its own elsewhere, too.
After opening its first Luxury Collection resort in the Dominican Republic, Marriott expanded its footprint in Mexico with Paraiso de la Bonita in the Riviera Maya, Almare on Isla Mujeres farther north and W Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. In June, Hilton opened Zemi Miches Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic — the first all-inclusive in the country from its upscale Curio Collection. The design-forward beachfront property features 123 swim-up suites and 20 ultra-plush beachfront bungalows.
In nearly all aspects, the new class of all-inclusive resorts isn’t about excess — it’s about curated offerings, quality and customization. These aren’t your parents’ prepaid package getaways, and that’s exactly the point.
Not Your Basic Beach Resorts
ONE&ONLY GORILLA’S NEST,* RWANDA
Trade one-size-fits-all for oneof-a-kind with a stay at Jack Hanna Cottage, former lodge of the iconic wildlife expert, restored with the original architecture and furnishings, including his guestbook.
MIRAVAL THE RED SEA, SAUDI ARABIA
Opening winter 2025 on Shura Island, Miraval’s first international retreat features the region’s largest spa and well-being facilities like the Body Mindfulness Center and Ocean Balance art studio.
ZEMI MICHES PUNTA CANA,* DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
At the Dominican Republic’s first Hilton Curio Collection resort, beach preservation goes hand in hand with relaxation, and eco-excursions showcase the up-and-coming region’s untouched beauty.
GRAND VELAS RIVIERA NAYARIT,* MEXICO
Pick up pickleball during your beach getaway with an all-inclusive package for a group of eight that includes pro coaching, post-game massages and daily access to a hydrotherapy circuit.
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Have Paddle, Will Travel
A group trip to Palm Springs charts pickleball’s rise from fitness craze to travel trend.
By Maryam Siddiqi
“Let’s build good habits,” Cesar Figueroa tells us as we begin our pickleball lesson. Having come straight to the courts after a five-hour flight to Palm Springs, we’re thrilled to be moving our bodies, bouncing on the balls of our feet as we wait to return serves. The embrace of California’s warm desert air, palm trees arching overhead and afternoon sun shining over the San Jacinto Mountains is instantly rejuvenating after weeks of gray skies at home.
THIS SPREAD, LEFT TO RIGHT Palm Springs is home to dozens of public pickleball courts in addition to those found at hotels, resorts and health clubs across the region; it’s cool-down time at La Quinta Resort & Club, where picklers can make use of eight courts against the backdrop of the San Jacinto Mountains.
Figueroa is a U.S. Professional Tennis Registry-certified racquet sports instructor at La Quinta Resort & Club just outside Palm Springs. I hang on his every instruction as he leads us through drills, loosening our grips, improving foot placement and adjusting our swings. Eight of us have coordinated schedules to make this trip happen, and we’re ready to play.
A good habit is the reason we’re here: One year earlier, I joined a small group of women on a fluorescent-lit court in the basement of an office building in downtown Toronto. Pickleball, which combines aspects of tennis (a low net), Ping-Pong (the paddle)
and badminton (the court and a lightweight plastic ball), is one of the fastest-growing sports in North America. We were all new to the game and looking for others to play with. One week led to another: Tuesday evenings were blocked off for pickleball, family schedules adjusted, professional duties pushed aside. The habit we formed, of coming together, grew into a support network. We cheered one another on as we improved, and we agreed to indulge our newfound passion with some pickleball-inspired travel.
Our lesson with Figueroa is just the start of five days of play and exploration. At the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs, downtown, we spend hours on the hotel’s newly installed courts, playing in front of MisterAlek’s Unity, a vivid 60-foot-long mural of American poet Amanda Gorman. Passersby visiting the 26-foot-tall Forever Marilyn statue on Museum Way, beside the hotel, lean over railings at street level above to watch us play. (Monroe was discovered at the Racquet Club in Palm Springs in 1949.)
We also play at Paradise Pickleball, a 21-court facility in nearby Palm Desert. Arriving as the morning sunshine dries up the previous evening’s rain, we practice what Figueroa taught us. Our serves are deeper, rallies longer and winning shots more
ABOVE, LEFT TO RIGHT
Pickleball is played with a paddle and a perforated ball on a badminton-sized court; the larger-than-life Forever Marilyn statue greets visitors in downtown Palm Springs.
pointed. Two hours later, I wipe the sweat off my face and pack up my bag, noting that every other court has players on it. “This is our busiest time of the day,” says Miles Pelky, who opened the facility in December 2023 with his wife Uta Hamblen after getting hooked on the game.
In 2024, pickleball was the fastest-growing sport in America for the third year in a row. USA Pickleball, the sport’s national governing body, had more than 68,000 courts in its database in 2024, up more than 18,000 from the year before. Pickleball is also growing in popularity as a reason to travel, with courts popping up on cruise ships and hotel rooftops, and tennis courts converted to accommodate picklers who need only pack lightweight paddles and balls to be ready to play. Travel forecasting firm Globetrender calls the trend “racketeering.”
Palm Springs has leaned into the sport. Best known for the Coachella music festival or for its concentration of mid-century
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At the Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel, the pickleball courts are bordered by a mural celebrating Amanda Gorman, the United States’ first National Youth Poet Laureate.
modern residential architecture, the city is also a diverse wellness destination. The boom of pickleball facilities complements several award-winning golf courses, more than 100 miles of hiking trails and many spas, including the newly opened the Spa at Séc-he, owned and operated by the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. A private thermal-bath experience, the Taking of the Waters, is the perfect tonic to several days on the court. After a 15-minute soak, I take advantage of the steam room, sauna, meditation loungers and outdoor pools to recharge my body and mind.
Of course, we reward ourselves with fantastic meals in between all the action: a leisurely alfresco brunch at the iconic Parker Palm Springs (after snapping many photos of the hotel’s immaculate
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The iconic Joshua Tree National Park is an hour’s drive from Palm Springs; it’s game on at Paradise Pickleball; the Spa at Séc-he’s main pool with waterfall grotto.
PHOTOS: EMILY HOEHENRIEDER/UNSPLASH (JOSHUA TREES); BRAD KLOPMAN FOR PARADISE PICKLEBALL (PARADISE PICKLEBALL).
lobby); a family-style spread of delicious Eastern Mediterranean specialties at Lola Rose, the patio-facing restaurant at the newly opened Thompson hotel; and a generous lunch at locally loved Sherman’s Deli & Bakery — where the pastrami sandwich on rye is so good, I request a stop on the way to the airport to grab takeout for the flight home.
We manage to sneak in one last court booking at Pickled Bar, an indoor facility in Palm Desert with four courts, pumping music and a snack bar. The no-frills venue is perfect for a quick and scrappy session focused on simply having fun. It is one last opportunity to put into practice all we have learned over the past few days.
The getaway is as good for my mental health as it is for my game. Free of any home obligations, I can focus on my technique. The sights, sounds and warmth of the desert calm me. And the opportunity to be here with friends just as passionate as I am — while meeting locals who are equally excited about the sport — is inspiring. It might even be the start of another good habit: an annual retreat.
Road Game
Take your pickleball routine on vacation, from themed cruises to training tours.
SERVE AND STAY
Pickleball is now part of the all-inclusive experience at Club Med resorts across the Caribbean. The company recently added 43 courts across five properties as part of growing fitness activities for guests: Ixtapa Pacific and Cancún in Mexico, Punta Cana and Michès Playa Esmeralda in the Dominican Republic, and Turkoise in Turks and Caicos.
CRUISE AND VOLLEY
While most major cruise lines now have courts on their ships, the best way to float your pickleball passion is on a group cruise where lessons, dedicated courts, onboard pros and trophy ceremonies are part of the package. Cruise lines don’t sell these packages so ask a travel advisor to help find yours.
TOUR THE COURTS
Want to marry your love of pickleball with a yen to visit new places? Your travel advisor can book you a pickleball training tour uniting coaching, playing time and sightseeing in destinations around the world, from western Japan to Ecuador and Switzerland.
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SHIP : EXPLORA I
ITINERARY
Barcelona, Spain ê Ibiza, Spain ê La Goulette, Tunisia ê La Valletta, Malta êTaormina (Sicily), Italy ê Sorrento, Italy êRome (Civitavecchia), Italy
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER Up to US$450 onboard credit
From US$4,920 per person (Category OT1). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Explora Owners
Residence
terrace
Rome, Italy
Globus
Touring Beyond
Open your heart to amazing on a Globus tour that takes you beyond the guidebooks. Beyond the ordinary. Beyond words. Don’t just see the world. Tour it. This is Touring. Beyond.
Celtic Highlights
13 DAYS
DATE : April 20, 2026
ITINERARY
Glasgow, Scotland ê Inverness, Scotland
ê Edinburgh, Scotland ê Liverpool, England
ê Dublin, Ireland ê Killarney, Ireland
ê Sligo, Ireland ê Belfast, Northern Ireland
ê Glasgow, Scotland
ENSEMBLE
The Best of Italy
11 DAYS
DATE : March 18, 2026
ITINERARY
Rome, Italy ê Montecatini, Italy
ê Venice, Italy ê Assisi, Italy
ê Capri, Italy ê Rome, Italy
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$100 excursion credit
French Rendez-Vous
11 DAYS
DATE : May 28, 2026
ITINERARY
Paris, France ê Nantes, France
ê Bordeaux, France ê Carcassonne, France
ê Marseille, France ê Nice, France
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$100 excursion credit
German Vista
8 DAYS
DATE : May 10, 2026
ITINERARY
Berlin, Germany ê Dresden, Germany
ê Rothenburg, Germany ê Neuschwanstein, Germany ê Munich, Germany
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$100 excursion credit
Bohemian Dream
9 DAYS
DATE : July 11, 2026
ITINERARY
Budapest, Hungary ê Bratislava, Slovakia ê Vienna, Austria ê Český Krumlov, Czech Republic ê Prague, Czech Republic
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$100 excursion credit
Scenic Ireland
13 DAYS
DATE : August 8, 2026
ITINERARY
Limerick, Ireland ê Clifden, Ireland ê Sligo, Ireland ê Belfast, Northern Ireland
ê Dublin, Ireland ê Waterford, Ireland
ê Kinsale, Ireland ê Killarney, Ireland ê Limerick, Ireland
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$100 excursion credit
From US$2,629 | CA$3,579
Fare includes taxes and fees.*
From US$2,749 | CA$3,739 Fare includes taxes and fees.*
From US$3,399 | CA$4,629 Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
Giant's Causeway, Ireland
Ceský Krumlov, Czech Republic
Celebrity Cruises
Poolest Day Ever with Celebrity Cruises!
Celebrity Cruises delivers an elevated premium vacation experience across our fleet of ships traveling to nearly 300 destinations in more than 70 countries spanning all seven continents.
Sail in style poolside
Key West and the Bahamas
5 DAYS
DATE : October 18, 2025
SHIP : Celebrity Summit
ITINERARY
Fort Lauderdale, Florida ê Key West, Florida ê Bimini, the Bahamas ê Nassau, the Bahamas ê Fort Lauderdale, Florida
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$100 onboard credit when you book a Veranda or above
Grand Cayman, Mexico, Jamaica and Perfect Day
7 DAYS
DATE : October 19, 2025
SHIP : Celebrity Beyond
ITINERARY
Miami, Florida ê Perfect Day at CocoCay, the Bahamas ê Cozumel, Mexico ê George Town, Grand Cayman ê Falmouth, Jamaica ê Miami, Florida
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$100 onboard credit when you book a Veranda or above.
Grand Cayman, the Bahamas and Mexico
7 DAYS
DATE : November 30, 2025
SHIP : Celebrity Eclipse
ITINERARY
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
ê George Town, Grand Cayman ê Cozumel, Mexico ê Nassau, the Bahamas ê Fort Lauderdale, Florida
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$100 onboard credit when you book a Veranda or above
From US$1,214 per person (Veranda). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
From US$1,820 per person (Veranda). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
From US$1,295 per person (Veranda). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Royal Caribbean
End-all, Be-all, Island-of-all
Choose your own ultimate beach day on a cruise to Perfect Day at CocoCay. This isn’t vacation days spent. This is bragging rights earned — at the island voted Best Private Destination. Only on Royal Caribbean.
Southern Caribbean and Perfect Day
8 NIGHTS
DATE : January 24, 2026
SHIP : Oasis of the Seas
ITINERARY
Fort Lauderdale, Florida êDays at Sea êOranjestad, Aruba êWillemstad, Curaçao êDays at Sea êPerfect Day at CocoCay, the Bahamas
êFort Lauderdale, Florida
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$50 onboard credit
From US$1,360 per person (Oceanview Balcony). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Eastern Caribbean and Perfect Day
7 NIGHTS
DATE : January 25, 2026
SHIP : Star of the Seas
ITINERARY
Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
êPerfect Day at CocoCay, the Bahamas
êDay at Sea ê Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas ê Philipsburg, St. Maarten êDays at Sea ê Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$50 onboard credit
From US$2,047 per person (Oceanview Balcony). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
The Bahamas and Perfect Day
4 NIGHTS
DATE : April 13, 2026
SHIP : Wonder of the Seas
ITINERARY
Miami, Florida ê Perfect Day at CocoCay, the Bahamas ê Nassau, the Bahamas
êDay at Sea ê Miami, Florida
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$50 onboard credit
From US$778 per person (Oceanview Balcony). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Perfect Day at CocoCay
Norwegian Cruise Line
More Island Time. More Smiles.
Book a one-of-a-kind vacation to the Caribbean or Mexican Riviera with Norwegian Cruise Line. No matter which itinerary you choose, you’ll get more with Norwegian’s More At Sea package.
Mexican Riviera: Cabo and Puerto Vallarta
7 DAYS
DATE : November 23, 2025
SHIP : Norwegian Bliss
ITINERARY
Los Angeles, California ê Puerto Vallarta, Mexico ê Mazatlán, Mexico ê Cabo San Lucas, Mexico ê Los Angeles, California
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$100 onboard credit
From US$1,564
per person, based on double occupancy (Balcony). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Western Caribbean: Harvest Caye, Cozumel and Roatan
7 DAYS
DATE : February 21, 2026
SHIP : Norwegian Viva
ITINERARY
Galveston, Texas ê Cozumel, Mexico
ê Roatán (Bay Islands), Honduras
ê Harvest Caye, Belize ê Costa Maya, Mexico ê Galveston, Texas
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$100 onboard credit
From US$1,529
per person, based on double occupancy (Balcony). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Eastern Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay and Dominican Republic
7 DAYS
DATE : March 20, 2026
SHIP : Norwegian Joy
ITINERARY
Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida
ê Day at Sea ê Oranjestad, Aruba
ê Willemstad, Curaçao ê Great Stirrup Cay, the Bahamas ê Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$100 onboard credit
From US$1,647
per person, based on double occupancy (Balcony). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Norwegian Bliss
Cabo, Mexico
Hong Kong
Oceania Cruises
Explore Asia
Asia, a continent rich in tradition, natural wonders and mystery, has long captivated travelers. The neon-lit streets of Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok and Tokyo blend seamlessly with sacred pagodas and ancient temples.
Indonesian and Malaysian Joy
14 DAYS
DATE : January 11, 2026
SHIP : Oceania Regatta
ITINERARY
Bali (Benoa), Indonesia (overnight)
ê Lombok (Lembar), Indonesia
ê Bali (Celukan Bawang), Indonesia
ê Surabaya, Indonesia ê Jakarta, Indonesia
ê Days at Sea ê Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang), Malaysia ê Langkawi, Malaysia ê Phuket, Thailand ê Penang, Malaysia
ê Melaka, Malaysia ê Singapore
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$250 onboard credit
From US$7,699
per person (Veranda Stateroom). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Lands of Buddha
15 DAYS
DATE : February 6, 2026
SHIP : Oceania Sirena
ITINERARY
Hong Kong, China (overnight) ê Day at Sea ê Hanoi (Ha Long Bay), Vietnam (overnight) ê Hue (Da Nang), Vietnam (overnight) ê Day at Sea ê Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam (overnight)
ê Day at Sea ê Singapore ê Day at Sea ê Ko Samui, Thailand ê Bangkok, Thailand (overnight)
ENSEMBLE HOSTED CRUISE
Enjoy a complimentary shore experience, traveler cocktail party and the company of a gracious onboard host
From US$7,799
per person (Veranda Stateroom). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Far East Encounters
15 DAYS
DATE : March 7, 2026
SHIP : Oceania Regatta
ITINERARY
Shanghai, China ê Day at Sea ê Jeju, South Korea ê Day at Sea ê Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan ê Hualien, Taiwan ê Ishigaki, Japan
ê Day at Sea ê Nagasaki, Japan ê Busan, South Korea ê Beppu, Japan ê Kochi, Japan ê Kyoto (Kobe), Japan (overnight) ê Shimizu, Japan ê Tokyo, Japan
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$250 onboard credit
From US$7,899 per person (Veranda Stateroom). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Crystal
Discover the Crystal Difference
Enjoy an exclusive offer of an Ensemble Experience or shipboard credit when you book select Crystal sailings in 2025 and 2026.
New York Round-trip
8 NIGHTS
DATE : October 31, 2025
SHIP : Crystal Serenity
ITINERARY
Bayonne, New Jersey (overnight)
êNewport, Rhode Island êProvincetown, Rhode Island êBoston, Massachusetts
êPortland, Maine êSaint John, New Brunswick, Canada
êBayonne, New Jersey
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
Ensemble Hosted Cruise with a US$125 onboard credit, traveler cocktail party and the company of a gracious onboard host.
From US$5,400
per person (Double Guest Room with Ocean View). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Puerto Caldera to Los Angeles
12 NIGHTS
DATE : December 30, 2025
SHIP : Crystal Serenity
ITINERARY
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica ê Huatulco, Mexico ê Manzanillo, Mexico ê La Paz, Mexico ê Cabo San Lucas, Mexico êBaja Magdalena, Mexico êIsla Natividad, Mexico êLos Angeles, California
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$250 onboard credit
From US$6,900
per person (Double Guest Room with Ocean View). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
9 NIGHTS
DATE : January 28, 2026
SHIP : Crystal Symphony
ITINERARY
Mahe, Seychelles (overnight) êPraslin, Seychelles êLa Digue, Seychelles êAntsiranana, Madagascar êNosy Be, Madagascar êMahajanga, Madagascar
êDar Es Salaam, Tanzania êZanzibar, Tanzania êMombasa, Kenya
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
Ensemble Hosted Cruise with a US$175 onboard credit, traveler cocktail party and the company of a gracious onboard host.
From US$3,900
per person (Double Guest Room with Ocean View). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
The Crystal difference
Mahe to Mombasa
Choose Your Adventure in the Caribbean
Steel drums or silent beaches? Whether you’re up for action-packed kayaking or lazy beach reads, the Caribbean is yours to explore with Princess. No judgment — just pure sun-soaked fun.
Western Caribbean with Mexico
7 DAYS
DATE : November 29, 2025
SHIP : Star Princess®
ITINERARY
Fort Lauderdale, Florida ê Day at Sea
ê Roatán (Mahogany Bay), Honduras
ê Belize City, Belize ê Day at Sea ê Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico ê Day at Sea ê Fort Lauderdale, Florida
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$50 onboard credit
From US$1,429 | CA$1,985 per person (Princess Plus® balcony fares for each)*
Southern Caribbean with St. Kitts Holiday
10 DAYS
DATE : December 17, 2025
SHIP : Enchanted Princess®
ITINERARY
Fort Lauderdale, Florida ê Princess Cays, Bahamas ê Day at Sea ê Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos ê St. Maarten ê St. Kitts
ê Tortola, British Virgin Islands ê Antigua
ê Day at Sea ê Fort Lauderdale, Florida
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$50 onboard credit
From US$2,129 | CA$2,959 per person (Princess Plus® balcony fares for each)*
Eastern Caribbean with St. Thomas
7 DAYS
DATE : January 11, 2026
SHIP : Sun Princess®
ITINERARY
Fort Lauderdale, Florida ê Princess Cays, the Bahamas ê Day at Sea êSan Juan, Puerto Rico ê St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands ê Day at Sea ê Fort Lauderdale, Florida
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$50 onboard credit
From US$1,609 | CA$2,236 per person (Princess Plus® balcony fares for each)*
Belize Barrier Reef
Silversea
Take the Leap. Own the Beat.
Here’s to the ocean’s song, island magic, snorkeling in coral caves, volcanic springs, exploring hidden markets, tasting crab curry, hearing the marimba and discovering an island rhythm beloved by all — finding more in life’s vibrant, mystical moments.
Bridgetown to Cartagena
9 NIGHTS
DATE : November 22, 2025
SHIP : Silver Shadow
ITINERARY
Bridgetown, Barbados ê Soufrière, Saint Lucia ê Bequia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines ê Day at Sea ê Kralendijk, Bonaire ê Willemstad, Curaçao ê Oranjestad, Aruba (overnight) ê Santa Marta, Colombia ê Cartagena, Colombia
ENSEMBLE HOSTED CRUISE
Enjoy a complimentary shore experience, traveler cocktail party and the company of a gracious onboard host.
From US$7,100 per person (Vista Suite).
Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Cartagena to Bridgetown
9 NIGHTS
DATE : December 1, 2025
SHIP : Silver Shadow
ITINERARY
Cartagena, Colombia ê Santa Marta, Colombia (overnight) ê Oranjestad, Aruba ê Kralendijk, Bonaire ê Willemstad, Curaçao ê Day at Sea ê Soufrière, Saint Lucia ê Bequia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines ê Bridgetown, Barbados
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER
US$600 onboard credit per suite
From US$8,400 per person (Vista Suite).
Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Fort Lauderdale to Bridgetown
10 NIGHTS
DATE : January 16, 2026
SHIP : Silver Spirit
ITINERARY
Fort Lauderdale, Florida ê Day at Sea (overnight) ê Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda ê Cruz Bay, St. John, US Virgin Islands ê St. Johnʼs, Antigua ê Deshaies, Guadeloupe ê Fort-de-France, Martinique ê Castries, Saint Lucia ê Bequia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines ê Bridgetown, Barbados
ENSEMBLE EXCLUSIVE OFFER US$600 onboard credit per suite
From US$7,900 per person (Vista Suite). Fare includes taxes and fees.*
Cartagena, Colombia
CELEBRITY
*Offer applies to 4-night and longer itineraries that depart Jan. 1st, 2025 through Open Deployment. Bookings must be made between Jan. 1st, 2025 and Dec. 31, 2025. Offer excludes Galapagos sailings. Offer is $100 Onboard credit “OBC” per stateroom for standard Verandas, Infinite Veranda, Concierge, AquaClass and Suites. Offers are applicable to new individual bookings and to staterooms in non-contracted group bookings, which must be named and deposited. Guests’ stateroom folios will be credited with an OBC. OBC has no cash value, is applicable to cruise only, non-transferable, not redeemable for cash, and will expire if not used by 10:00 PM on the final night of the cruise. Offer excludes interior and oceanview staterooms. Offer is not combinable with Exciting Deals, Net, TA Rates, Interline, or Galapagos sailings rates. Offer is combinable with prevailing group rates, group x, and onboard bookings. Single occupancy bookings are eligible for the Offer. Refer to Cruise Ticket Contract for additional terms and conditions. Celebrity reserves the right to cancel the Offer at any time, correct any errors, inaccuracies or omissions, and change or update fares, fees and surcharges at any time without prior notice. ©2025 Celebrity Cruises Inc. Ships’ registry: Malta and Ecuador.
CRYSTAL CRUISES
*Bookings will receive either Ensemble Exclusive Amenity “As You Wish”(AYW) Shipboard Credit or Ensemble Hosted Voyage Amenities across all 2025 Crystal voyage segments and select 2026 and beyond Crystal voyage segments. Ensemble Exclusive Amenity “As You Wish”(AYW) Shipboard Credit amounts vary by voyage length: Up to 8-night voyage segments: $125 per person ($250 max per guest room); 9-to-10-night voyage segments: $200 per person ($400 max per guest room); 11+ night voyage segments: $250 per person ($500 max per guest room). Crystal voyages booked as back-to-back, combo, and Grand Journeys will receive stacked amenities per voyage segment*. *2026 and beyond, Grand Journeys bookings will receive a maximum of $350 per person Ensemble Exclusive AYW shipboard credit. *Full World Cruise guests will receive a maximum of $750 per person Ensemble Exclusive AYW shipboard credit and shall be combinable with the AYW shipboard credits provided to Full World Cruise guests through Crystal. Ensemble Exclusive & Hosted Amenities only apply to the first and second full fare paying guests per suite. Single guests only receive one (1) per person shipboard credit amount. Ensemble Exclusive & Hosted Amenities are combinable with most public offers and the following Crystal programs/offers: Open Deposit ‘As You Wish’ shipboard credits, Crystal Society Savings, Crystal Society Milestones and Rewards, Back-to-Back Voyage Savings, and Grand Journeys and Combo Voyages. Ensemble Exclusive & Hosted Amenities are not combinable with the standard Group SBC Amenity but may be selected in lieu of. All bookings within the group must select the same amenity. A TC can be earned at the TC ratio noted on the group contract. Amenity codes will automatically be applied at booking creation. Shipboard Credit amounts will populate on the booking confirmation for Ensemble Exclusive Amenity “As You Wish” (AYW) voyages and Hosted voyages offering SBC only. Hosted voyages require enrollments through Ensemble’s Member Portal, (SBC amounts and/or shore event ports will vary). For questions regarding the enrollment process, hosted voyage amenity options, or general program terms, please contact Ensemble Cruise Desk at cruisedesk@ ensembletravel.com.
EXPLORA JOURNEYS
*Journey Experience Credit (JEC) will be applied to the reservation within 30 days of the journey start. The JEC will appear as Event Journey Experience Credit on the booking confirmation to confirm the JEC has been applied. The offer will be applicable to any reservations created between August 19-September 30, 2025 on journeys departing 30 days after the event offer expires. The offer is combinable with TERMS AND CONDITIONS
other Journey Experience Credit offers and combinable with the following Explora Journeys promotions: Journey Fare, Explora Early Booking Benefit, Back2Back, Explora Extended Journey Savings, Amenity Programme, Hosted Programme, Journey Together, and other select promotions. The offer is not combinable with other offers such as Exclusive Welcome Match, Net Rates, Interline Fares and Past Guest offer. Doubling the offer is not permitted. JEC will be based on the total number of nights onboard and be applied per suite booked. JEC will be applied to guests 1 and 2 within each suite. 3rd and 4th guests will not receive the JEC. Solo travellers earn 50% of the Journey Experience Credit per suite. JEC can be used towards all onboard purchases including dining experiences, the ultra-exclusive selection of cocktails and beverages, destination experiences, and spa treatments. They are not applicable towards purchases in the Monobrand shops, casinocredits or advances, additional gratuities, or exchangeable for cash. The currency of the Journey Experience Credit is based on the onboard currency of the journey booked by the guest. When the journey is sailing in the Caribbean and US waters (including Grand Journeys), the onboard currency is USD otherwise the onboard currency is EUR for all other destinations. Should the reservation cancel, transfer, or change to a journey outside of the designated Journey window the offer will be removed. JEC is non-refundable with no cash value. Other restrictions may apply. Journey Experience Credit Offer is valid on all bookings on 7-night or longer, non-hosted journeys. Credit is 300 JEC per suite (150 per solo guests) for 1st & 2nd guests. Extended Journeys would qualify for the same condition where each journey is 7-night or longer. The Journey Experience Credit can be used towards all onboard experiences including dining experiences, the ultra-exclusive selection of wines, cocktails and beverages, our collection of Destination Experiences, treatments at Ocean Wellness –The Spa, curated shopping at The Journey, as well as towards onboard suite upgrades. The currency of the Journey Experience Credit is based on the onboard currency of the journey booked by the guest. When the journey is sailing in the Caribbean and US waters (including Grand Journeys), the onboard currency is USD otherwise the onboard currency is EUR for all other destinations. Journey Experience Credits are not combinable with the Hosted Journeys, cannot be exchanged, redeemed, or deducted if used or partially used and are noncommissionable. Additional terms and conditions may apply.
GLOBUS FAMILY OF BRAND
*Book a select 2026 Globus Europe tour to receive $100 off per person for an optional excursion. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between January 1, 2025 through December 15, 2025. for travel January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. Must mention ask and receive code OPTIONALENS26. Combinable with Welcome Back credits and applicable consumer brand promotions only. Cannot be combined with multiple agency/account specific promotions. Applies to new 2026 bookings only, and will not be applied to preexisting bookings. Promotional discount will apply to Groups of 8 or more who provide their Group Block Deposit within the promotions booking dates and will apply to all individual members of the Group until the due date of the passenger names/non-refundable individual deposits. Not applicable to custom tours or charters. Offer reliant on space availability and may be withdrawn at any time. $100 per person discount will remain valid even if traveler does not select a paid optional excursion. Optional excursions will become available starting 90 days prior to your departure and can be booked on MySites upon launch. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE
*All fares are per person, in the currency indicated, cruise only, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability at time of
booking. Onboard credit offer is per stateroom, in U.S. Dollars and will be applied to 1st and 2nd guest on the reservation. Singles paying 200% are entitled to full onboard credit value. Offer is not applicable to categories OX, BX, or MX (Sail Away Categories). Offer is not applicable to Studio or Inside categories. Offer is for new individual FIT reservations only. Guests cannot substitute or customize this offer. Anything consumed above the promotional benefit will be the responsibility of the guest at prevailing rates. Government taxes, port expenses & fees are included. Any discretionary onboard service charges and/or gratuities are additional. Onboard Credit may be used for all purchases except towards onboard service charges, pre-purchased activities and foreign exchange transactions.This is a cruise only offer. This promotion is not applicable on the land portion of cruise tours. Components included in this offer have no monetary value, are non-refundable and non-transferable. Offer and combinability with other promotional offers is subject to change at any time per Norwegian Cruise Line’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply. *More At Sea™ (MAS) choice(s) must be selected at least 24 hours prior to sailing and cannot be changed on board. Bookings made within 24 hours to departure can choose promotion at time of booking. Select choice offer(s) are based on number of nights. Offer is capacity controlled and can be withdrawn at any time. Anything consumed above the promotional benefit will be the responsibility of the guest at prevailing rates. Guest cannot substitute or customize this offer. All guests in stateroom must choose same offer. Additional charges apply on: Beverage Package, Specialty Dining, Wi-Fi Package, Excursion Credits. Not applicable to Studio categories. Some exclusions and other restrictions may apply. MAS package value amount varies per sailing.
OCEANIA CRUISES
*Offers and fares are current as of 06/16/2025 and are subject to change or withdrawal. Contact your Travel Advisors for current pricing. All fares are per person in U.S. dollars, valid for residents of United States and Canada, based on double occupancy (unless otherwise noted) – except fares for Solo category are for a single traveler and are based on single occupancy – for new bookings only and may be withdrawn at any time. Unlimited WiFi amenity does not include streaming and includes a login for the first two devices per stateroom (one login for solo traveler). Fares are based on published Full/ Brochure Fares; such fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all suite and stateroom categories and do not include optional charges as detailed in the Guest Ticket Contract. All fares include gratuities for stateroom/suite attendants and butlers as well as dining waitstaff, government fees & taxes. Gratuities do not apply to any additional services or purchases made on board which will incur a service gratuity of 20%. Not all promotions are combinable. The privacy and protection of personal data is very important to us, and we may collect, use, share and secure your personal data as described in our privacy policy, which is available on our website at https://www.oceaniacruises.com/legal/ privacy-policy. Oceania Cruises reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees, promotions and surcharges at any time. Ships’ Registry: Marshall Islands.
PRINCESS CRUISES
*Fares are per guest and apply to balcony categories on a spaceavailable basis at time of booking. Cruise fare includes all taxes and fees. Airfare, surcharges, gratuities, excursions are additional. Fares are based on double occupancy and apply to the first two guests in a stateroom. Fares and other values quoted in U.S. currency, unless otherwise indicated.^Please contact your travel advisor for additional terms, inclusions and restrictions that apply to onboard credit and Princess Plus®.
REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISES
*Fares are subject to increase. All fares are per person in U.S. dollars, valid for residents of U.S. and Canada, based on double occupancy for new bookings only. All fares, special offers and inclusions maybe be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. Not all promotions are combinable. 2-for-1 Fares are based on published Full Brochure Fares; such fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all suite categories and do not include optional charges as detailed in the Guest Ticket Contract. FREE Unlimited Shore Excursion reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability. For voyages departing in 2025, Shore Excursions may be reserved online beginning 300 days prior to embarkation, or 365 for guests in Concierge Suites and above. For voyages departing in 2026, Shore Excursions may be booked 240 days prior to embarkation for guests sailing on full World Cruises and Grand Voyages; 210 days prior to embarkation for guests in Concierge Suites and above, or Seven Seas Society ® Silver members and above; 180 days prior to embarkation for guests in Superior Suites and below, and Seven Seas Society ® Bronze members. Shore excursion early bookings close seven days prior to sailing. A 75-minute window is required between tours operating on the same day in port. FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package applies to Guests 1 and 2 in Concierge Suites and higher and includes transfers from hotel to pier only. Hotel Package is capacity-controlled with limited availability and is not available for new bookings made within 90 days of departure. Regent Seven Seas Cruises® reserves the right to change or withdraw any Hotel Package at any time without notice. FREE Unlimited WiFi applies to all suite categories and is for two logins per suite. Please be advised that service and speed will vary depending on the location of the ship and time of day. Guests may experience better connectivity in public areas compared to their stateroom, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises makes no guarantee regarding the availability of the performance of Wi-Fi services provided by Starlink. Concierge Suites and higher receive up to four logins, for up to four devices, per suite. FREE Valet Laundry Service includes wash, press and fold services for Guests sailing in all suites; additionally, Regent Suite Guests receive free unlimited dry cleaning service. FREE Valet Laundry Service is not available on the final full day of each cruise, nor on the day of disembarkation.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN
*Price is per person, in USD, cruise only, applies to select sailings, based on double-occupancy. Onboard Credit offer is valid for new, named group bookings made in Ensemble Headquarter Groups. Individual reservations may be transferred into an existing group, assuming required criteria are met. Offer includes up to $50 USD OBC per stateroom. OBC is in USD, has no cash value, is non-transferable, not redeemable for cash, and will expire if not used by 10:00 PM on the last evening of the cruise. OBC will be applied automatically to all eligible reservations. Prices and offers are subject to availability and change without notice, capacity controlled, and may be withdrawn at any time. Refer to your travel advisor for complete terms. ©2025 Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Ships’ registry: Bahamas
SILVERSEA
* All fares, savings, offers, programs, and itineraries are subject to change without notice. Any fares shown are per guest, based on double-occupancy. Additional restrictions may apply. This document may contain inadvertent technical or factual inaccuracies and typographical errors. Silversea reserves the right to correct errors and omissions at any time without prior notice, and to cancel any offered product, service, program, reward, savings, credit, amenity, etc. in the event of any error or omission in the description, including pricing and availability. Visit www.silversea.com/terms-and-conditions.html for full offer details and complete Terms and Conditions.
Experience the Caribbean WITH
HOLLAND AMERICA
Book our 2025–2026 Caribbean cruises with Have It All and save up to 50% on premium amenities. Discover effortless relaxation at our award-winning private island, RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay™.
12-DAY PANAMA CANAL DISCOVERY: COSTA RICA & GREATER ANTILLES
Roundtrip Ft. Lauderdale Rotterdam 2026 Jan 18
Roundtrip Ft. Lauderdale Koningsdam 2026 Feb 4
10-DAY EASTERN CARIBBEAN: U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS & SAN JUAN
*Fares are subject to full terms and conditions, available at HollandAmerica.com/package-terms. Ships’ Registry: The Netherlands.
Half Moon Cay
Half Moon Cay
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