For those who like their travel experiences up-close-and-personal, small ships fit the bill. Here are the key selling points of this type of travel adventure, to help advisors determine which of their clients will be their next satisfied small ship sailors.

The report, which follows the Outlook on River Cruises released earlier this month, surveyed 1,256 travel advisors to find out what is happening on the frontlines of the ocean cruise industry.

The 16-suite ship Aria Amazon will sail the Amazon river, offering guests luxury, active adventure, and comfort.

Uniworld and Viking River Cruises are also sailing to the region, as it rebounds from the political unrest that had disturbed tourism there.

Orlando Ashford speaks to advisors and media at the “Live with Holland America Line” event in Toronto.

The newly cancelled voyage, an 11-day Falkland Islands itinerary that was scheduled to leave on Dec. 1, was supposed to accommodate 146 guests.

The new ship will feature the first Sky Zone trampoline park at sea and a first-in-the-fleet cooking studio that offers guests hands-on classes and tastings.

Godmother Kelly Clarkson and company executives welcomed the line’s newest build, Encore, to its fleet, the last of its Breakaway Plus class ships.

The cruise line will curate special programming for the groundbreaking sailing, including exhibitions and art auctions featuring female artists, and female-centric entertainment.

A seasoned executive, Endreson has over 20 years of cruise industry experience under her belt, holding key sales and marketing positions.