The most treasured sights of a great journey aren’t the temples, urban skylines or mountain vistas — they’re the faces of the people you meet, as A&K Managing Editor Dan Wiencek learned on a recent trip to Southeast Asia.

For ages, I have wanted to see Angkor Wat and the ruins of the Khmer Empire, the bustling streets of Bangkok and the rapidly rising nation of Vietnam. I had the opportunity as part of a seven-night cruise down the Mekong River, which began (after a few prefatory days in Bangkok and …

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July 17, 2017: Arctic Cruise Adventure

The journey begins! Under clear blue skies, our party gathers in the bustling Norwegian capital of Oslo, from which some of the greatest polar expeditions in history have begun. After enjoying a relaxing breakfast at the spectacular Hotel Bristol, those of us eager to explore this charming city set off on guided tours, while others enjoy a relaxing day on their own. Many pay a visit to the Fram museum, where they marvel …

With A&K’s complimentary new amenity, Breakfast in Bed, you have the option to enjoy continental breakfast delivered to your hotel room on two select days of every 2018 Luxury Small Group Journey, and here are some of the best places we know for relaxing over coffee and pastries before starting a brand new day of exploration.

One&Only Cape Town
Take in majestic views of Table Mountain, framed by expansive glass doors opening onto your private balcony, from your Marina Table Mountain Room at this superb accommodation featured on South Africa & Victoria …