On a crisp autumn day, the S.S. Legacy eased from the shore in Portland, Oregon, and headed along the Columbia River. Passengers lined the decks watching the start of a week-long wine cruise featuring some of the best wineries in Washington State and Oregon. Read more...

Thank you to all for your support this year!

Summer 2022 program offers 124 ports of call, 47 countries with 83 itineraries

Two homeports in the U.S for greater flexibility for embarkation

10 ships deployed in the Mediterranean offering unparalleled choice of destinations and embarkation ports

Five ships to spend the summer in Northern Europe with stunning landscapes and fascinating cities designed to unleash a sense of adventure Read more...

Yes, Virginia, there is a roller coaster on a cruise ship. And Santa Claus just rode it.

Taking a break from his pre-Christmas gift making, Santa ventured down to Finland to take a test run on BOLT, the first-ever roller coaster at sea aboard Carnival Cruise Line’s new Mardi Gras. The ship is being delivered at the Meyer Turku shipyard later this week. Read more...

                        You never know who you are doing to meet or what a topic of conversation might be on a cruise ship.  On a 2019 S.S. Legacy cruise on the Columbia and Snake rivers, my dinner companions were talking one night about gourmet mustard. Read more...

Regent Seven Seas Cruises features an All-Suite, All-Inclusive atmosphere, but not all suites are created equal and the Regent Suite is the height of luxury at sea. On the Seven Seas Explorer and the Seven Seas Splendor, the Regent Suite delivers a 4,000-plus square foot masterpiece of design, comfort, and best-in-class amenities, exclusive to its residents. These special suites feature unique design choices which include gorgeous, rare works of art and grander features like an in-suite, master bathroom spa retreat — a first for any cruise ship. Read more...

Jeff – Ireland & Scotland

“The Emerald Isle has always had a lot of appeal to me. The green landscapes, history and aura of this ancient land is one place I am most excited to see this year.”

Sam – Colorado

“I love nature and wildlife. The mountains in Colorado offer something so pretty that I just can’t wait to get out there and explore.” Read more...

I don’t think we’ll look back on 2020 and think of it as anything other than a challenging year. With the ability to travel remaining limited through year’s end and the continuing COVID pandemic building another wave, this year has tested our business, our families, and our society. Yet, we remain thankful going into this holiday season. This Thanksgiving may look a bit different, but the feelings of gratitude and blessings remain. Read more...

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Crown Cruise Vacations is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday, but we will reopen Friday at 9 AM Eastern.

Open 7 days a week and most holidays, we are here to assist you day or night. Read more...

When I first saw the lovely glass bowl sitting on the dining room table, I thought it must be a fancy flower container or maybe a fruit dish.

This beautiful glass bowl had a deadly use. Photo by Jackie Sheckler Finch

After all, the table is set for a fancy dinner and this is the beautiful Houmas House along the mighty Mississippi River. Surely, that fancy glass container must serve some pleasant function. Read more...