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GWYNETH PALTROW’S UPCOMING GOOP AT SEA CRUISE PROMISES OPTIMUM WELLNESS ON AN ALREADY-INDULGENT AND CLASSIC MED ITINERARY.

ROGUE ONES

Cruising without kids on a Disney ship? May the Force be with you!

NATURAL WONDER

Porthole explores the (mostly) wild allure of Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve.

SOME LIKE IT HOT...SOME PREFER NOT

When the promise of Caribbean sunburns and crowds have lost their luster, it may be time to head for cooler climates further north.

SOUTH SEAS TRIFECTA

In a land far, far away — from Porthole HQ, at least — lies the Down Under continent of Australia, flanked on the southeast by New Zealand and the petite island paradise of Fiji to the northeast. A marathon flight to these far-flung destinations may require diligent planning, but there is nothing more rewarding than scheduling an indulgent multi-segment cruise or two (or even three).

FULLY IMMERSED

You may not be 20,000 leagues under, but when you descend into Ponant’s Blue Eye lounge, you immediately know you’re in a world unlike any you’ve ever experienced.

EVERYBODY DANCE NOW!

GET THAT DISCO NAP IN EARLY BECAUSE THERE’S A WORLD---------------OF NIGHTCLUBS TO HIT UP EVERY NIGHT.

CRUISING WITH A CONSCIENCE

Silversea’s latest ship may indeed prove to be the origin of a necessary evolution.

ANCIENT & AWE-INSPIRING

SIX WAYS TO SPEND TWO DAYS IN GREECE’S CAPITAL

AMERICAN DREAMING!

Six dream destinations North Americans can reach by river ship or RV. No matter where you are on the continent, you’re a short trip from the vacation of a lifetime.

The Royal Range

In creating the Quantum Ultra class with the introduction of Spectrum of the Seas, Royal Caribbean has truly improved everything across the board.

Well And Good

Oceania’s Wellness Tours combine shoreside spa pampering with all the relaxation of a luxury cruise — and a little bit of adventure to boot.

The Love Of Vietnam

Discovering How Southeast Asia Has Changed —And How The Best Parts Remain — On A Red River Sailing.

The Greatest Generation

Men Who Fought In World War Ii As Teenagers Returned To The Same Beach As Brave Heroes 75 Years Later, Thanks To The Greatest Generations Foundation And Cunard Line.

Christmas Market Feasts

Savoring an Old World holiday, by country and by river cruise

Plant One On Me

Seeking a very veggie voyage? Leaning vegetarian when cruising is now easy-peasy.

Sailing Indonesia - Explore Southeast Asia

Porthole explores Southeast Asia, enjoying the full spectrum of sailing lifestyles from indulgent to laid-back.

Seabourn Deserves All The Applause And Accolades

With its latest ultra-luxury ship, Seabourn deserves all the applause and accolade

Bonjour, Bistro Barge!

With such luxurious culinary offerings on Luciole, who wouldn’t want to gorge on the barge?

48 Hours In Havana

For many visitors to Havana, the city may seem frozen in time, but if you look beyond the fading facades of its elegant past, the Cuban capital is changing rapidly as a young generation of Habaneros pulls it toward the future.

Can You Lose Five Pounds And Get Fit On A Cruise?

Vitamin Sea asks the health-conscious cruiser’s question — and gets a surprisingly positive answer.

More Elegant Mode Of Travel — And A More Intimate Europe

Setting sail on Sea Cloud II invites one back to a more elegant mode of travel — and a more intimate Europe.

Health-Conscious Cruise Cuisine

Here’s how some lines are boosting nutrition in their latest resh and full-flavored fare.

Handmade Modernism

Ceramic creator Victoria Silvera brings Caribbean whimsy into her functional works of art.

From Deep Blue Sea To Deeper Blue Hill

This innovative eatery welcomes cruisers to the freshest feast possible.

An Epic Feat Of Endurance

The National Geographic Endurance takes a polar plunge into unexplored territory.

Mighty Fine River Rhine

We find dining, wine, and a divine line’s prime time aboard AmaPrima

Maximum Middle East

Porthole gets fully immersed on Seabourn Encore.

Queen of the Fun Ships

A Day in the Life of Christine Duffy

The Heart Of Miami

OFTEN KNOWN SIMPLY AS “THE MAGIC CITY,” Miami is an ode to the pleasures of life. There are perhaps few cities on earth that offer as much as this jewel. From sun, partying, and the culinary arts to passion, creativity — and most of all — excess. And so, for that reason, CNN International's monthly travel series, “In 24 Hours,” has featured the very best the city has to offer in just one day.