Where to Dream of Next: New 2022 Cruises to Europe & North America

When you close your eyes and imagine your next travel adventure, do you find yourself in a lush rolling Northern European countryside dotted with medieval castles or perhaps along the sun-bleached shores of the Mediterranean lined with colorful markets and picturesque old-world villages? Maybe you imagine yourself amid ancient and sacred Holy Land sites that have drawn travelers for centuries. Perhaps it’s the awe-inspiring expanse of Alaskan glaciers and virgin forests or Bermuda’s mesmerizing turquoise waters and beguiling pink sand beaches that captivate your imagination.

Our new 2022 Europe & North America Collection is full of unique escapes and intriguing adventures in each of these evocative corners of the world and more. With 110 voyages and 77 of them brand new, this collection showcases more depth and diversity, charts imaginative and original courses, calls on new ports and reaches a greater expanse of the featured regions. Continue reading for an overview certain to spark your wanderlust, plus several of our top 2022 cruises.

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Baltic, Scandinavia & Northern Europe
Connoisseurs of food and wine will delight in several itineraries that focus on western Europe’s wine countries while another dedicated set is devoted to showcasing the unique culinary treasures of the United Kingdom, Scotland, Wales and the emerald isle of Ireland. Meanwhile 11 voyages of seven to 14 days explore the storied history, antiquities and architecture of Scandinavia and Russia. With several fresh new destinations across the British Isles and Northern Europe – particularly Norway – there are plenty of cruises to Europe to experience these regions anew and strike off the beaten path.

Voyage Inspiration:
• The 12-day London to Dublin Isles Overture highlights the unrivaled beauty and many pleasures of the British Isles – the Shetland and Orkney Islands to the icons of Scotland, England, Northern Ireland and more.
• The 14-day Amsterdam to Lisbon Windmills to Wineries cruise showcases the attractive food and wine cultures of Western France, northern Spain and Portugal along with Ireland.
• The 14-day Oslo to Amsterdam Northern Europe Explorer features a classic Baltic route but expands the explorations to include Visby, Copenhagen and Berlin as well as the new ports of both Kotka and Aarhus, and the 9-day Fairytale Baltic visits all regional favorites but ends in Oslo, meaning a welcome call on Sweden’s unexpectedly vibrant Gothenburg en route.
• The 32-day Mystic Lights & Fjords is among the standout longer journeys offering sweeping explorations of Northern Europe.

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Alaska
Enticing Alaska cruises are filled with favorite destinations and open the door to quintessential experiences such as glacier treks, helicopter flightseeing, Go Local Tours and local ale tastings, plus more voyages feature Hubbard Glacier. The unique cultural traditions and great outdoors of Alaska come to life on 12 cruises, seven to 13 days in length, with convenient departures from Seattle, Vancouver, or Los Angeles.

Voyage Inspiration:
• The 9-day Vancouver to Seattle Glaciers to Gardens voyage reveals a study in contrasts, from the stark beauty of Hubbard Glacier to the refined elegance of Victoria’s gardens.
• The 7-day roundtrip Seattle Stunning Scenery cruise is packed with Alaskan favorites to make it an unforgettable week: Ketchikan, Juneau and Sitka, days cruising the Inside and Outside Passages, plus lovely Victoria.
• The 13-day Vancouver to Los Angeles Glacial Pathway cruise hits all the high notes with the classics of Juneau, Sitka and Ketchikan, cruising Hubbard Glacier, plus colorful Astoria and intriguing Prince Rupert.

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The Mediterranean & The Holy Lands
Whether you’re desiring the icons and sultry coastlines of the classic Mediterranean, are seeking an off-the-beaten-path exploration, or desire a voyage that visits coveted Holy Land destinations in Egypt, Israel and Turkey, this season’s collection has it all. Peruse 16 Holy Land voyages and more than 40 voyages to the western Mediterranean, Greek Isles, Turkey, and Canary Islands that range from seven to 14 days. Plus, the new port of Porto Torres in Italy offers fascinating ancient Roman relics and the surrounding natural wonders are just as tempting – vineyards and Sardinia’s beautiful beaches.

Voyage Inspiration:
• The Monte Carlo to Rome Mediterranean Majesty voyage, which takes you along Spain’s golden Costa Brava and to Italian favorites, plus Malta and the multicultural enclave of Melilla on the Moroccan coast all in just 10 inspiring days.
• Our exciting return to the Black Sea is celebrated with the 10-day Istanbul to Athens Black Sea Brilliance cruise.
• The exotic 20-day Barcelona to Abu Dhabi Sands & Sculptures voyage blends the best of the Arabian Peninsula with overnights in both Jerusalem and Luxor.
• The 10-day roundtrip Athens Aegean Wonders cruise combines blissful Greek islands with coveted overnights in Istanbul and Ephesus.

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Bermuda, Canada & New England
For those seeking a simple island getaway, several Bermuda voyages offer blissful tropical escapes with the easy convenience of roundtrip New York departures. Come autumn, a series of fall foliage journeys create the desirable opportunity to behold the Eastern Seaboard’s annual transformation into a blaze of autumn colors, along with several desirable extended journeys and other voyages striking off the beaten path.

Voyage Inspiration:
• The 7-day roundtrip New York Bermuda Bliss cruise is the ultimate easy getaway offering time to rejuvenate with serene sea days bookending two overnights in St. George and an overnight in Hamilton.
• The New York to Reykjavik Atlantic & Arctic Awe voyage combines Eastern Seaboard classics with adventures in Greenland and Iceland on an alluring 14-day itinerary.
• The New York to Paris Atlantic Indulgence journey is a stunning month-long sojourn that offers an expansive exploration of Canada & New England, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, the Baltic and beyond.

New Featured Ports
• Aarhus, Denmark: A Danish rising star, this attractively compact medieval town is full of modern flair with its chic galleries, notable museums and cutting-edge restaurants.
• Bristol, UK: Birthplace of renowned graffiti artist Banksy, Bristol displays the anonymous artist’s work on buildings and landmarks and in museums and is a city you won’t soon forget.
• Eureka, California: Situated on Humboldt Bay and backed by mountains, Eureka was a late 19th-century logging town and is now home to a vibrant arts community as well as outdoor lovers.
• Kiel, Germany: Everywhere you go – the Kiel Fjord, the museums and memorials in the city center, the bustling waterfront known as Kiellinie – you’ll feel the seafaring and naval influences.
• Killybegs, Ireland: In this charming fishing village, you’ll discover thatched Irish cottages and Gaeltacht villages, not to mention super fresh seafood and beautiful stretches of coastline.
• Kotka, Finland: Situated on an island about an hour from Helsinki, Kotka boasts Finnish charm, loads of seafaring history and idyllic landscapes, especially in nearby Valkmusa National Park.
• Leknes (Lofoten Islands), Norway: Spectacularly dramatic, you won’t forget your sail in; Leknes is a gateway to unspoiled beaches, the Lofotr Viking Museum and island adventures.
• Måløy, Norway: Situated on the southeastern coast of the island of Vågsøy, this fetching coastal village is graced by silvery beaches, lighthouses and a long history in fishing – read: top-notch local cod & chips, fish soup and crab-stuffed sandwiches.
• Olden, Norway: This bucolic village offers the perfect base to explore the surrounding wonders, such as Jostedalsbreen National Park and Loen Valley and its serene teal lake.
• Porto Torres (Sardinia), Italy: Porto Torres had its 15 minutes of fame during Roman times, leaving you with a trove of ancient relics to discover, not to mention superb vineyards and beautiful beaches.
• Tromsø, Norway: 250 miles north of the Arctic Circle, welcome to a place where the sun never sets – or rises – depending on the month, and where the majestic fjords and mountains reign supreme.

Explore the complete collection on our website and discover the perfect voyage to look forward to in 2022. Stay tuned in the coming weeks as we take a closer look at some of the exciting new cruises to Europe, Alaska and beyond.

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