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...
• Caribbean Cruise in 2026: https://writerlisa.com/2025/12/05/set...
• Pandaw River Cruises in Southeast Asia: https://quiltripping.com/the-boats-ar...
• Norway Fjord Cruise: https://barbararedding.com/going-deep...
• Cruising 2026: https://dektraveljournal.com/new-year...

⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 Cruising into the Future: Trends for 2026 and Beyond
07:07 Culinary Adventures at Sea: Gastronomy Cruises
13:18 The Rise of Educational Travel: Learning on the High Seas
20:04 Exploring Unique River Cruises: Asia and Beyond
32:05 Norwegian Wonders: Fjords and Northern Lights
43:21 Cruising the American Waters: History and Heritage
55:26 Disney Cruises: Family Fun and Entertainment
01:16:32 Margaritaville at Sea: A Parrot Head Paradise

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