A century-old Australian pearling dynasty bet that travelers wanted fewer fellow passengers and more remote horizons. One year and a wave of repeat bookings later, North American travelers are starting to discover Pearl Expeditions and its 30-guest yacht, Paspaley Pearl.

Crystal has confirmed a third ultra-luxury ocean ship, set for delivery in May 2034—cementing a fleet expansion that began with 2028's Crystal Grace and continues with a 2031 sister ship. Here's what the spacious, 650-guest vessel will bring to the line's itineraries.

Crystal has a new captain for its flagship Serenity—and he's already steering the line's boldest chapter yet. Meet the four-decade mariner set to command both a cruising icon and the brand's first new ship in 25 years.

Five years after one yacht redefined expedition cruising, Atlas Ocean Voyages has grown into a three-ship fleet eyeing Asia, Africa, and a groundbreaking new sailing yacht—and after two voyages aboard her sisters, I understand exactly why guests keep coming back.