Featured Destinations
Destinations are such an integral component in the making of a memorable cruise experience. And thank goodness the big mainstream cruise ships don't go to — nor can they get to — the more unusual and exotic destinations of the world!
The more off the beaten path the destination, the more likely that one of the specialty cruises in our database goes there. So check here often to read about a fascinating new destination that we will showcase.
Bear in mind it's not our intention to provide the most comprehensive profile on any given destination. There are more than enough guidebooks and websites that do an outstanding job on showcasing great places to visit. Our intention here is simply to whet your appetite and remind you that the destinations we feature will surely be on the itinerary of one of hundreds of specialty cruises in our database.
Kakadu National Park
Come and explore World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, around three hours east of Darwin. (Click here for cruises that stop at Darwin)
Here in Australia’s biggest national park, you’ll find rugged escarpments, lush rainforest…
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FijiFrom palm-lined beaches and warm crystalline waters to grassy highlands and lush tropical rain forests, Fiji offers visitors a true South Seas paradise. The Fiji archipelago consists of tiny coral atolls and mountainous forest-clad islands of volcanic origin, and is famed for its aquamarine waters and white sand… |
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VietnamMost visitors to Vietnam are overwhelmed by the sublime beauty of the country's natural setting: the Red River Delta in the north, the Mekong Delta in the south and almost the entire coastal strip are a patchwork of brilliant green rice paddies tended by women in conical hats. There are some divine beaches along the… |
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LibyaFor a country consisting mainly of the Sahara, you'll be surprised to see how pleasantly Mediterranean it can be along its northern coast. From ancient Greek and Roman ruins to modern art and oil money, Libya's a world unto itself. The Libyan people enjoy a well-earned reputation for kindness and hospitality toward… |
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MelkGateway to the Wachau valley, Melk is world renowned for its magnificent Abbey. One of the most splendid examples of Baroque architecture in Europe, the Abbey dominates the town from high above the Danube river. Admire the splendour of the famous Melk Cross, the Abbey library and the Collegiate Church. Melk (older… |
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