Magical Vacation Planner by Linda Stephens

Where is the first place you take your cousin when she agrees to take her first cruise with you? The Titanic Experience - Orlando!

Learning New Things - excited to spend a few days highlighting what you might not know about cruising.

Cruised with my cousin and we signed up for the Guacamole Making / Margarita Tasting class aboard Allure of the Seas on the boardwalk.

My extroverted cousin loved being at a table filled with people to meet; and my introverted self loved returning home with a new skill! We both enjoyed the lavish lunch served afterward!

See the breathtaking landscapes of the Arctic on board the most luxurious expedition ship ever built! Silversea's Silver Endeavour embarks on a 14-day cruise from Reykjavik, exploring Iceland’s land of ice, fire and natural wonder and then sailing to Norway, where you'll visit Jan Mayen, an elemental island of snow and ice, search for Polar Bears and hike across the tundra in Svalbard, and cruise along the North Cape before disembarking in Tromso.

Summer and Fall in Canada & New England bring on a feast of festivals, a kaleidoscope of autumn colors, and a tour of charming small towns as well as world-renowned cultural capitals. Spend your days lighthouse-hopping, sampling the region's famed seafood, or visiting historical landmarks up and down the coast. With Silversea, you'll get the big-city stops and iconic experiences along with smaller, off-the-beaten-path treasures and bespoke excursions. Choose from expedition and classic voyages and browse Silversea's Canada & New England itineraries from June through October.

When you set off on a Zodiac to explore the otherworldly expanse of Antarctica, you embark on an adventure in its purest form. Get closer to imposing icebergs, marvel at the unique wildlife that thrives in the most inhospitable corner of the world, and explore the myriad wonders of The Ice on a Silversea expedition.

Discover the iconic treasures and hidden gems of the Adriatic in all-inclusive luxury with Silversea. Explore coastal cities full of medieval splendor and fairy-tale charm, navigate electric-blue waters by boat or sea kayak, or simply spend a languid day on a secluded beach. On a Silversea voyage, you'll sail the Mediterranean with those who call it home.

Silversea's Nova class of ships doesn't just usher in a new era of cruising. It's a bold new interpretation of luxury travel at sea. With an innovative asymmetrical design that immerses you in your destination as never before, thoughtfully reimagined spaces, and enhancements to its groundbreaking S.A.L.T. culinary program and Otium wellness concept, Silversea's newest class truly represents the Nova way to travel. Set sail on Silver Nova, Cruise Critic's "Best New Luxury Ship of the Year" for 2023, or Silver Ray, the second Nova-class ship joining the fleet this summer.

Explore three of the Mediterranean's most captivating destinations on board Silversea's newest ship, Silver Ray! You'll tour Italy, Croatia and Greece, calling at must-visit ports as well as off-the-beaten path gems. Take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey of discovery with Silversea's acclaimed S.A.L.T. (Sea and Land Taste) culinary program.

Celebrate the new year in Central and South America aboard Silversea's newest luxury ship, Silver Ray! From idyllic Aruba and Curaçao to the cultural and culinary delights of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, this voyage is a snapshot of the region's most famous charms.

Dive into paradise on an expedition to French Polynesia & the Pacific Islands! With Silversea's intimate, ultra-luxury ships, you'll access not only the big hitters of this remote and renowned region but also the hidden gems and cultural treasures that make it one of the most alluring places in the world.

Explore the most remote corners of the world in unparalleled style and comfort with Silversea's expedition fleet. From the intimate Silver Origin, the company's first-ever ship designed specifically to sail the Galápagos, to Silver Endeavour, the most luxurious expedition ship at sea, discover why an expedition with Silversea is unlike any other form of travel.

Explore Alaska, one of the world’s last great wildernesses, aboard Silver Nova, Silversea's newest and most sustainably built ultra-luxury ship. This week-long cruise promises grizzlies and glaciers, gold fields and ice fields, fishing boats and totem poles ... and a truly Nova way to travel.

Savor the very best of paradise with Silversea's collection of 20 extraordinary itineraries to French Polynesia. Choose from multiple 7-day voyages to discover the “Cradle of Polynesian Culture”, Raiatea, or 14-day voyages that invite you to linger longer in the idyllic Society, Marquesas, and Tuamotu islands. There is also a special itinerary that includes a visit to famed Easter Island.

Each journey includes intimate and exclusive experiences, from welcome rituals to heritage tours and art workshops. Sailing on the ultra-luxury Silver Whisper, you'll access intimate ports and bays and enjoy locally-inspired cuisine, fascinating lectures, and spectacular entertainment that mirrors the magic found onshore. Paradise is calling.

Celebrate Christmas and ring in the New Year with Silversea on a luxury cruise from coast to coast in the USA. Set sail aboard Silver Shadow from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles, with an overnight in Cartagena, a Panama Canal transit, and Christmas Eve in Panama City.

Experience the Nova way to travel aboard Silver Nova, Silversea's newest flagship. Silver Nova features an innovative asymmetrical design that is perhaps best appreciated on her stunning pool deck. The horseshoe-shaped pool area seamlessly incorporates your surroundings into the ambience, whether at sea or in port. It features the largest pool in the fleet and an infinity-style Cliff Whirlpool on Deck 11, as well as the all-new outdoor Dusk Bar, where you can watch the wake while enjoying your favorite libation. Book now and discover a new era of ultra-luxury cruising aboard Silver Nova.

Travel with Silversea along the bucolic, charming and historic coast of Canada and New England, and explore one of North America's oldest cities in Quebec City. With its myriad cobbled neighborhoods, quaint street-side bistros and cafes, and distinctly French flair, it has a storybook ambiance that begs discovery. Silversea invites you to experience this unforgettable region during late summer and fall, when nature adds her brushstrokes to the masterpiece.

From the land of fire and ice to the green pastures and wind-swept cliffs of Ireland, embark on a voyage of cinematic scenery and delightful dwellings with Silversea. Sail on board Silver Spirit from Reykjavik to Southampton, exploring Iceland's pooled lava flows, bursting hot springs and soaring mountain peaks before visiting lively towns and sleepy fishing villages along the Irish coast.

Indulge your inner navigator on a fascinating journey that takes you from the lush forests of Alaska to the neon jungle of Tokyo. Sail aboard Silversea's ultra-luxury Silver Muse and enjoy life onboard for seven full days as you cross continents.

Nobody knows the Mediterranean like Silversea. Take a three-week, round-trip voyage on board the stunning Silver Moon and explores the Moorish past of Southern Europe and North Africa. custom_field_1]

Australia's Kimberley region is a naturalist's dream. Three times the size of England and yet home to a mere 40,000 people, it is rife with exotic wildlife, natural wonders, and ancient aboriginal rock art. Sail with Silversea on the ultimate adventure Down Under, and discover the myriad marvels of the Kimberley.

Explore the wild, rugged, and breathtaking Arctic on a luxury expedition cruise with Silversea. Set sail on board Silver Wind from Longyearbyen to Tromso and explore the culture, Indigenous peoples, and history of the Arctic region with Silversea's world-class expedition team.