https://kathystahltravels.comLuxury cruise guidance, travel inspiration and planning tips from Kathy Stahl.en-usMon, 02 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/first-caribbean-cruise-what-to-knowhttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/first-caribbean-cruise-what-to-knowMon, 02 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/blog-article/caribbean-first-cruise-hero-3d91129286055781.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>A practical first Caribbean cruise guide, from choosing the right route and ship to planning port days, packing, and arriving ready to relax.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/first-caribbean-cruise-what-to-know">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/western-mediterranean-cruise-itineraryhttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/western-mediterranean-cruise-itineraryMon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/blog/western-mediterranean-itinerary-222de6e6986a94736809.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Choose a Western Mediterranean cruise itinerary around the ports, pace and time ashore that will make your vacation feel unhurried and worthwhile.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/western-mediterranean-cruise-itinerary">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-lines/longer-cruises-next-chapterhttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-lines/longer-cruises-next-chapterSun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/blog/longer-cruise-balcony-4d2ed704d4b40797.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Considering a longer cruise? Kathy shares how to choose the pace, suite and itinerary that fit your next chapter.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-lines/longer-cruises-next-chapter">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/moorea-new-zealand-regent-voyagerhttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/moorea-new-zealand-regent-voyagerTue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/south-pacific/moorea-lagoon-8133f1bd1f3b731b.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Kathy shares her South Pacific journey aboard Regent Seven Seas Voyager, from Moorea and Bora Bora to Samoa, Fiji and New Zealand.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/moorea-new-zealand-regent-voyager">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/my-seabourn-alaska-cruisehttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/my-seabourn-alaska-cruiseMon, 19 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/seabourn-alaska/photo-000-811feca03b7f45e0.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Kathy shares her Seabourn Encore Alaska cruise, from glacier flightseeing and wildlife to an aft suite, onboard comfort and practical advice.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/my-seabourn-alaska-cruise">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/river-cruises/choose-first-river-cruisehttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/river-cruises/choose-first-river-cruiseTue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/blog-article/rhine-valley-first-river-cruise-8cd9147fdc4ee7f5.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Choose your first river cruise with practical guidance on rivers, seasons, excursions, cabins, total costs and the details around your sailing.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/river-cruises/choose-first-river-cruise">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/expedition-cruises/is-expedition-cruise-right-for-youhttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/expedition-cruises/is-expedition-cruise-right-for-youTue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/blog-article/antarctica-expedition-ship-penguins-9b08dc2f73e86390.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Decide whether an expedition cruise fits your travel style, with practical guidance on destinations, activity levels, ship comfort, weather and total trip costs.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/expedition-cruises/is-expedition-cruise-right-for-you">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/alaska-cruise-guidehttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/alaska-cruise-guideTue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/blog-article/alaska-cruise-destination-317d5f05655b5978.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Plan your first Alaska cruise with a practical guide to Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka, Skagway, Glacier Bay, routes, excursions and travel logistics.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/alaska-cruise-guide">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/mediterranean-cruise-guidehttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/mediterranean-cruise-guideTue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/blog-article/mediterranean-cruise-destination-6ab539268a316607.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Plan a Mediterranean cruise around Barcelona, Rome, the Greek islands or the Adriatic, with clear guidance on ports, seasons and time ashore.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/mediterranean-cruise-guide">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/caribbean-cruise-guidehttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/caribbean-cruise-guideTue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/blog-article/caribbean-cruise-destination-5dfebedea478a4d6.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Plan a Caribbean cruise around the ports you want to explore, with guidance on island routes, seasons, shore days, ships and your full vacation budget.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-destinations/caribbean-cruise-guide">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-lines/how-to-choose-a-luxury-cruisehttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-lines/how-to-choose-a-luxury-cruiseMon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/hero/amalfi-voyage-8231bfe05452efbb.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>A clear, practical way to choose a luxury cruise, from the feel of the ship to the details behind the fare.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-lines/how-to-choose-a-luxury-cruise">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-lines/small-luxury-cruise-lineshttps://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-lines/small-luxury-cruise-linesMon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/blog/small-ship-sunset-9349d1f658a2a243ad1e.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>A practical guide to choosing a small luxury cruise line, from ship size and style to suites, inclusions and itineraries.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/blog/cruise-lines/small-luxury-cruise-lines">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/planning-tips/first-time-luxury-cruise-faq-everything-you-want-to-know-before-you-sailhttps://kathystahltravels.com/planning-tips/first-time-luxury-cruise-faq-everything-you-want-to-know-before-you-sailWed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/planning/suite-and-shore-591de0dbe4ebe59c.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Straight answers for travelers preparing for their first luxury sailing.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/planning-tips/first-time-luxury-cruise-faq-everything-you-want-to-know-before-you-sail">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/planning-tips/why-use-a-travel-advisor-for-a-luxury-cruisehttps://kathystahltravels.com/planning-tips/why-use-a-travel-advisor-for-a-luxury-cruiseTue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/services/antarctic-expedition-ee97bcc2f9b1396d.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Because choosing a cruise line, suite and shore plan is not a one-click decision.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/planning-tips/why-use-a-travel-advisor-for-a-luxury-cruise">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/cruise-inspiration/regent-vs-seabourn-which-luxury-cruise-is-right-for-youhttps://kathystahltravels.com/cruise-inspiration/regent-vs-seabourn-which-luxury-cruise-is-right-for-youFri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/hero/amalfi-voyage-8231bfe05452efbb.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Two exceptional lines, two very different ways to spend your days ashore.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/cruise-inspiration/regent-vs-seabourn-which-luxury-cruise-is-right-for-you">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/cruise-inspiration/small-ship-or-large-ship-which-cruise-experience-is-right-for-youhttps://kathystahltravels.com/cruise-inspiration/small-ship-or-large-ship-which-cruise-experience-is-right-for-youTue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/services/douro-river-cruise-149c13c42decd5d4.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>The right ship size depends on how you like to spend time, onboard and ashore.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/cruise-inspiration/small-ship-or-large-ship-which-cruise-experience-is-right-for-you">Read the full article</a></p> https://kathystahltravels.com/cruise-inspiration/how-to-choose-the-right-luxury-cruise-line-for-youhttps://kathystahltravels.com/cruise-inspiration/how-to-choose-the-right-luxury-cruise-line-for-youMon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMTKathy Stahl<p><img src="https://theocdn.com/site-assets/1a1030c5-a10e-483c-8d14-7609dc04d7cb/journal/mediterranean-harbor-92a47861a9deda60.jpg" alt="" /></p><p>Find a line that feels right for your pace, priorities and time at sea.</p><p><a href="https://kathystahltravels.com/cruise-inspiration/how-to-choose-the-right-luxury-cruise-line-for-you">Read the full article</a></p>