The world is full of beautiful landscape and iconic scenery, and choosing exactly where you visit to capture the best view can be a challenge. You may have heard of the renowned Hubbard Glacier or the iconic Greek Islands, but really, you have to see these spectacles in person to believe how incredible they really are. Scenic cruise vacations to Europe, Alaska, and the Caribbean continue to impress Avoya Travel / American Express guests and keep them taking pictures left and right of all the majestic landscape. Charge up your camera, open your eyes, and get ready for an adventure at sea onboard scenic cruise vacations to Europe, Alaska, and the Caribbean.

The Vistas of Europe

See Europe's splendors on 7+ night scenic cruise vacations that will take you to Greece, Italy, and beyond. Santorini, one of the most popular Greek Islands, is a relaxing retreat for travelers and provides some of the best panoramic scenery with its memorable white hillside architecture and blue accents. From almost any point, Avoya Travel / American Express guests can take in unbeatable views of the popular Mediterranean and the quaint towns on this island. Relax at a café on one of the cliffs or go deeper into the town of Oia and get lost on its vertical trails. Spend some time on the black beaches in the villages of Perissa and Kamari and make sure to bring your flip flops – the sand gets hot! For a more lively experience, sail on itineraries to the island of Mykonos, known for its vibrant lifestyle, trendy bar scene, and equally stunning views of the Mediterranean. Admire Mykonos from the deck onboard your cruise ship and then disembark to shore and discover magnificent views of the town, trademark windmills seen all over the island, and unique marble architecture while admiring the endlessly deep blue sea. If you're looking for a lavish vacation at sea or one that will take you to smaller Europe ports-of-call, try 7+ night luxury cruises to Europe. These luxury cruise lines will allow you to experience scenic Europe cruises like never before – taking you to unspoiled towns where bigger ships cannot dock. Visit Portofino, a classic Italian fishing village known for its inhabitance of dolphins and breathtaking vistas of the Mediterranean. Find an ocean side café and indulge in fresh seafood while enjoying the scenery. For unbeatable views of Portofino, opt for a short hike to Castello Brown, a romantic medieval castle that provides some of the best photo opportunities in the town!

The Majesty of Alaska

Alaska – famous for the Hubbard Glacier, easily accessible fishing towns, and beautiful landscape – is one of the best destinations to visit if you’re looking to take a scenic cruise vacation. From the privacy of your own balcony, guests can take in awe-inspiring views of the Hubbard Glacier, a surge of ice that is not to be missed. Onboard select 7+ night cruises to Alaska, Avoya Travel / American Express travelers will love visiting the city of Ketchikan, known as an entry port for the 1898 Gold Rush and is now the perfect city to breathe in the fresh air and experience exquisite vistas of 1000-foot waterfalls, clear blue lakes, fjords, and more. Experience all of Alaska with cruise lines such as Celebrity Cruises, who is also offering top Alaska sailings with low rates, free gratuities, free onboard credit, and more, to ensure you get the most out of your scenic cruise experience. While sailing with Celebrity Cruises, you’ll discover amazing itineraries that will take you to Ketchikan as well as Juneau – a wonderful city to see stunning snow-capped mountains, Skagway, and beyond! Another top cruise line to sail with for the best scenic cruises to Alaska is Princess Cruises. Experience a true Winter wonderland when you see Glacier Bay, where the icebergs around you seem endless and enjoy the natural wonders and the celebrated landscape of the Tracy Arm Fjord. Take advantage of Princess Cruises’ cruisetours excursions and choose from an array of activities including overnight stays in Fairbanks, gold mine tours, and more! Plus, you can save up to $1,400 on 2012 Summer Alaska cruises when you sail with Princess Cruises.

Breathtaking Beaches of the Caribbean

Work on your tan onboard and on shore and enjoy the sunshine with 7+ night cruises to the Caribbean. Visit the port-of-call of St. Thomas for a truly tropical day. Enjoy a cold beverage by the water and indulge in authentic island cuisine while marveling in the beautiful beaches. Sail to Montego Bay and let your worries and stress float away as you take in the incredible island lifestyle and culture and, of course, the celebrated beaches. Sample the Jamaican jerk chicken, order a Red Stripe brew, and head to Doctor’s Cave Beach for a good time and great views! Get onboard one of Carnival Cruises’ fleet of ‘Fun Ships’ to have a blast onboard and sail to the Caribbean with incredible reduced pricing. The crystal clear waters in Curacao on select sailings will entice travelers to take a dip and the unique jungle-like terrain in Dominica will leave Avoya Travel / American Express guests impressed and ready for adventure. Another great cruise line, Norwegian Cruise Line, provides a fantastic scenic cruise experience to the Caribbean with exclusive pricing plus amenities valued at up to $150 and can take you to Belize, Cozumel, and beyond! Sail on a family-favorite cruise line, Royal Caribbean, and receive huge fantastic savings and possibly receive exclusive amenities and pricing of up to $100! With deals like this, a scenic cruise to the Caribbean couldn’t be more tempting and affordable.

Whether you want to relish in quaint European beach towns near the Mediterranean, marvel at the magnificent glaciers in Alaska, or relax on the sandy beaches in the Caribbean, Avoya Travel American Express Cruise Specialists can help you find the itinerary perfect for you to enjoy on your scenic cruise vacation.