Cruising Experiences in 2026: From River Cruising to Culinary Adventures

Cruise travel continues to evolve, and 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year at sea and along the world’s rivers. This episode of Big Blend Radio’s Vacation Station Travel and Leisure Show explores cruising ideas for 2026, from river cruising to culinary adventures, educational experiences, and new ways to travel solo.

Featuring insights from travel writers, cruise travelers, speakers, and a travel advisor, the conversation covers gastronomy-themed cruises in Europe, immersive river cruises in Asia and the U.S., Norwegian fjord voyages, family-friendly Disney cruises, and the laid-back fun of Margaritaville at Sea. The episode also highlights the growing role of educational programming on cruise ships and why working with a travel advisor can save time, money, and stress when planning a cruise.

👥 FEATURED GUESTS • Travel writer Sharon Kurtz: https://sharonkkurtz.com/ • Cruise ship speaker Lea Brovedani: https://leabrovedanispeaker.com/ • Travel writer Rose Palmer: https://quiltripping.com/ • Travel writer Barbara Redding: https://barbararedding.com/ • Travel writer & advisor Lisa Evans: https://writerlisa.com/ • Cruise travelers Steve & Christy Wood: https://wdnhorse.com/ • Travel writer & speaker David Kriso: https://dektraveljournal.com/

🔗 ARTICLES & RESOURCES • Solo River Cruise in Bavaria: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/a-solo-travelers-river-cruise-through-storybook-bavaria/ • Caribbean Cruise in 2026: https://writerlisa.com/2025/12/05/set-sail-in-2026-the-stars-badges-blue-skies-cruise-aboard-star-princess/ • Pandaw River Cruises in Southeast Asia: https://quiltripping.com/the-boats-are-back-in-town-the-triumphant-return-of-pandaw-river-cruises/#more-21257 • Norway Fjord Cruise: https://barbararedding.com/going-deep-on-a-norway-fjord-cruise-with-havila-voyages/ • Cruising 2026: https://dektraveljournal.com/new-year-2026-broadening-horizons-and-pushing-the-envelope/

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