A highlight of my first cruise took place on land. During a stop in Plymouth, England, on a Holland America Line sailing, I walked to the Plymouth Gin Distillery. The hourlong outing included an ...

How many times have you heard that proclamation on a shore excursion? For me, one of the pleasures of cruising is being able to discover new ports around the world. And weeks before a sailing, you can ...

P&O Cruises' Aurora cruise ship docked in Olden, Norway. Shore excursions are a major part of cruising, offering a chance to experience the culture, history, and natural beauty of each destination on ...