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Dear fellow traveler ,
Everyone we know is eager to travel this year , with plans ranging from family beach breaks to far-flung adventures . Many will turn their attention inward during introspective self-improvement retreats in restful destinations . And , a collection of newly launched cruise ships from Celebrity , Disney , Oceania , Royal Caribbean and Viking is enticing seafarers to book their inaugural voyages .
This issue is packed with ideas on how you can best enjoy your vacation time in 2025 . Get into an island state of mind as we track a Windstar Cruises ’ South Pacific itinerary making a round-trip journey from Tahiti to the Marquesas and the Society Islands . We ’ re also taking a fresh look at Rome , Italy , which has been preparing to welcome millions of visitors for Jubilee 2025 — a Holy Year marked every 25 years by the church . Wine aficionados , meanwhile , will enjoy our article on vintners and tastings in the Mendoza region of Argentina .
Inside these pages , you ’ ll find a lot of reasons to travel and our agency can make your next vacation picture-perfect . With our specialized expertise and access to preferred offers and enhanced amenities , we ’ re ready to help you turn your travel dreams into reality . Happy travels !
New ships : Disney Adventure & Disney Destiny Join one of two Disney Cruise Line inaugural sailings . Inspired by heroes and villains , Disney Destiny offers Cask & Cannon , a Pirates of the Caribbeanthemed pub , and adult-exclusive De Vil ’ s Piano Lounge . The Avengers take center stage aboard Disney Adventure with the action-packed stage show Avengers Assemble ! and high-speed attractions at Marvel Landing .
Free land packages on select AmaWaterways sailings Receive a complimentary two- , three- or four-night land package when you reserve a select Europe , Egypt or Mekong River cruise by March 31 , 2025 . Arrive early or extend your stay post-cruise and spend a few days of relaxed exploration with enriching tours and luxurious accommodations at world-class hotels .
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