RETURN TO CRUISING SPECIAL ISSUE | JULY 2021 Arizona 3 Spain 8 California 7 Florida 18 Cambodia 28 Vietnam 32 Texas 7 Costa Rica 20 Indonesia 17 Malaysia 17 Features ACTING EDITOR Janean Flowe 2 4 10 16 22 24 Seas the Day AAA Vice-President of Travel, Debbie Haas, discusses cruising today. Cruise with Confidence Cruise lines are making their muchanticipated comeback. Here's what to know before you hit the water. Cruising Comeback Discover how river cruises and private islands are helping cruising make a comeback. Alaska by Land & Sea Appreciate the full, rich beauty of Alaska by pairing a cruise with a tour of the interior. American Waterways Take in historic gems and experience adventure along U.S. waterways. Cruise Connection After being separated from family and friends during the COVID-19 pandemic, a cruise is an ideal way to reconnect. 28 31 36 40 44 50 55 Ocean or River Tips on crafting your perfect cruise. Quiet Season on the Mediterranean Fall and winter can be the best time for a Mediterranean cruise. Caribbean Conundrum Each region of the Caribbean offers unique possibilities. Which one will you choose? Drive to the Caribbean With so many local embarkation ports, it's easy to drive to the Caribbean. Red & Green on the Blue Danube When it comes to holiday traditions - Europe reigns. Especially along the Danube when the Christmas Markets open in November. Cruising the Canal Take in historic gems and experience adventure along U.S. waterways. Adventure Made Luxurious You no longer have to forego luxuries to explore remote destinations. SENIOR DESIGNERS Amanda Johnson Morgan Keith Rachel Hawkins DESIGNERS Joe Elberson Joe Tolley VICE PRESIDENT, TRAVEL Debbie Haas TRAVEL MARETING MANAGERS Trish Rothman Julie Elberson Louisa Horn Wendy Scolaro ©2021 AAA Traveler is published by AAA Automobile Club Group. Reproduction in whole or in part of any material in this publication without the written permission of AAA is expressly prohibited. Publisher reserves the right to accept or regject all advertising matter. Publisher assumes no liability for return or safety of unsolicited art, photographs or manuscripts. AAA is not responsible for printing errors or omissions in this publication. TRAVELER RETURN TO CRUISING 2021 1 (COVER) ISTOCK, (MAP) ISTOCK WITH ORIGINAL GRAPHICS BY JOE ELBERSON