Cruising into 2026: What to Watch & Our Bucket List Dreams
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2026 is the 250th anniversary of the United States of America.
We are really excited about this because Celebrity is our favorite big ship operator.
I'm looking forward to experiencing it again. It's always interesting to go the second time.
I'm dreaming of the rivers in France. For years, I've wanted to sail the Seine River.
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In this episode, we’re looking ahead to 2026 and sharing what has us excited in the world of small ship cruising—from milestone celebrations and industry developments to the trips we personally can’t stop thinking about. If you love river cruising, expedition-style adventures, or classic sailing, listen to this episode to discover what’s on the horizon. Instead of an industry deep dive forecast, this is our personal take as expert small-ship cruisers who love watching cruising evolve and dreaming up trips. We talk about why this is a meaningful year for U.S. cruising with America’s 250th anniversary, and also touch on what’s ahead globally, from growing river cruise momentum to expanding yacht itineraries. We wrap up by sharing what’s on our own 2026 cruise radar, from returning to Maine on a windjammer sailboat to dreaming about rivers in France and Colombia, Japan, Norway, and bucket list destinations like Antarctica and Egypt. If you’re planning ahead or just love travel inspiration, join us to look forward and dream big for your future vacations. **FOR MORE INFO & PHOTOS on any of the cruise lines mentioned in this episode, including Maine Windjammer, Windstar, Celebrity, AmaWaterways, and more, visit ➡️ SometimesSailing.com🌟 CHAPTERS 00:35 Exciting Future of Small Ship Cruises in 2026 01:43 Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the USA 05:15 River Cruises Look Ahead 07:57 Innovations in Yacht Cruises 09:05 Trends for Solo Travelers in Cruising 10:47 More Pre and Post-Cruise Land Extensions in the Year Ahead 11:40 Personal Cruise Plans for 2026 14:16 Our Wish List: Exploring These Destinations by Cruise 19:06 Our Current Bucket List Cruises 23:15 Make 2026 A Milestone Year for Your Cruises