If you’re looking at cruising the Mississippi, you really have two choices: American Cruise Lines or Viking. A few smaller companies do offer shorter trips of three or four days, but those are more regional outfits and not the focus here. For most travelers planning a weeklong or longer itinerary, American and Viking are the names you’ll be choosing between. Before we get into the options, let’s get to know the mighty river that sets the backdrop for these sailings…

We started in the safest city in Mexico, rode 5,000 years into the past on a brand-new high-speed train to explore the Yucatan’s ancient ruins and quiet cenotes, and then took the train back to the future for a luxury tour of modern Cancun. In short, our five-day Mayan Train itinerary last week was long on fun and history, short on hassles and stress, and, like Mexico itself, an amazing mix of experiences and cultures.

— Travel Research Online
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“Unexpected delays” in the shipbuilding process at MV Werften today caused Disney Cruise Line to delay the Christmas launch of Disney Adventure, one of two new ships on its drawing board.

Adventure now will set sail from Singapore on its maiden voyage on March 10, 2026, instead of December 15, 2025. Guests who were booked on the original maiden voyage can sail on the new maiden voyage at a 50% discount, rebook for a future date at a 50% discount, or request a refund. Guests booked on the other canceled voyages will automatically receive a full refund and will be offered 50% off a future Disney Cruise Line sailing; they must book by March 31, 2026, for sailings on or before March 31, 2027…