The itineraries disappeared for a few seasons—now they’re back.

A collection of thoughtfully designed, longer cruises offers deep exploration and rare travel experiences.

Editor’s Note: Monthly Ticket is a new CNN Travel series that spotlights some of the most fascinating topics in the travel world. In April, we’re setting course for the diverse world of cruises.

I go on about six cruises a year, so I've tried a number of different routes.Megan duBois I've been on over 50 cruises (at least six a year), and some routes are better than others. I now try to avoid ...

Embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime trip around the world is an adventure that many travelers dream of experiencing. Although only a small percentage of travelers ever have the time or savings to make ...

Navigating a colossal ship is no mean feat under any conditions, but certain routes, like the sandstorm-prone, narrow Suez Canal — infamously blocked by a container ship last year — or the windy, ...