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…ream Cruises, which went bankrupt just after the pandemic shutdown. And in Japan, is Mitsui Ocean Voyages which has been buying and revamping some of the older Seabourn ships. If you want to cruise a non-USA line, you are limited especially if cruising on a budget or with family. In the mass and value market, you’ve only got MSC Cruises. Then all the rest are mostly in the small ship luxury side, like Explora Journeys, SeaDream, Atlas World Voyage…

…lantics between Europe and Caribbean, and Transpacifics between Alaska and Japan. But you can also find them moving between the Mediterranean and Asia, and from Australia to Alaska via the South Pacific and Hawaii. They’re usually fantastic value, and because they include plenty of sea days (around 5 or 6), they’re more relaxing than port-intensive itineraries. That leads me to another itinerary consideration as we age: stamina. As much as we don’…

…nd less crowded on the ships and in the ports. For example, having gone to Japan once in March/ April time, which is the peak blossom period, it was expensive and very busy, so instead I returned next time in October, which is not peak season and was way cheaper and less busy. Cruises To Avoid: Weather Susceptible Another cruise I wish I had avoided, and make sure I do so now, is those in regions at the times it is susceptible to dramatic weather…

…c, well-known ports Regent → Longer itineraries, primarily in Alaska, Med, Japan, Asia & Australasia Crystal → More one-way sailings instead of repeating regional loops If itinerary choice is your priority → Silversea leads. Dining Differences All offer elevated dining, but with notable distinctions: Line Dining Standout Considerations Silversea SALT culinary immersion: regional menu, bar, cooking lab, shore excursions Some specialty dining venues…