FX Excursions

FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.

Katie McElveen

Katie McElveen got her start as a travel writer more than 20 years ago reporting on what to see and do in the small towns of her home state of South Carolina. Since then, experiences such as slurping eels in Chile and ice-diving in France have added color and interest to stories in Travel Curator, TripAdvisor, Toronto Star, Fodors, Shermans Travel and other publications. McElveen is also a USA Today 10Best expert contributor. She’s on Instagram @katiemcelveen.


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November 2022
Nov 14, 2022

Select the Cruise Line and Vessel Category to Fit your Vacation Style

In 1817, when New York’s Black Ball Line launched the first regularly scheduled passenger service between New York and England, the journey eastward took about 40 days and the return 23. Amenities were limited and included in-cabin skylights and, in the dining room, whale-oil lanterns and silver service.

Discover the Pristine Beauty of the Sporades Islands

Nestled in the northwest Aegean Sea, the Sporades Islands are a hidden gem of Greece, offering breathtaking natural beauty and unique experiences for every traveler. Comprised of four main islands — Skiathos, Skopelos, Alonissos and Skyros — this island cluster is renowned for its lush pine forests, crystal-clear waters and idyllic beaches.

September 2022
Sep 10, 2022

Sports-Themed Cruises Score Big Points with Passengers

There are a lot of reasons to love cruising, and for many travelers, the huge array of fun activities, food and experiences remains the big attraction. But what if you want to focus on, say, golf or hanging out with sports legends from your favorite teams? You can do that, too, thanks to an abundance of sports-themed voyages on the horizon. Even better, most such cruises abound with perks like tickets and exclusive access to sold-out events, celebrity meet-and-greets, social gatherings with other fans and the chance to try cool new tech advances.