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Not another <\/em>Caribbean cruise, you say? We hear you loud and clear. It\u2019s time for somewhere new \u2013 and these surprising destinations are just the thing. From exotic tropical paradises to arctic history-rich locales, some of the world\u2019s most incredible destinations are only a cruise ship away. Here are a few great picks for fantastic exotic cruises 2015.<\/p>\n

\"Viking

Viking River Cruises<\/p><\/div>\n

1. Egypt<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s the cradle of civilization! It\u2019s the gift of the Nile! It\u2019s Egypt! And a fabulous 12-day Viking River Cruises<\/a> sailing is an ideal way to explore it. You\u2019ll check out all the awesome sights \u2013 the Great Pyramids, the Great Sphinx, the Temple of Horace \u2013 and enjoy luxurious accommodations.<\/p>\n

2. Thailand<\/strong><\/p>\n

Go ahead: Check Thailand off your bucket list (and maybe some neighboring countries too). Become enchanted with Bangkok, lounge on powdery white sand beaches, and don\u2019t miss the 39-foot Big Buddha \u2013 all when you climb aboard a Princess sailing, like this one<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Uniworld

Uniworld Cruises<\/p><\/div>\n

3. Russia<\/strong><\/p>\n

Exploring all over Mother Russia while enjoying ultra-luxurious accommodations? Done and done. This Uniworld sailing<\/a> will whisk you off to some of the country\u2019s most impressive cities \u2013 Moscow, St. Petersburg, and beautiful Yaroslavl \u2013 where you\u2019ll marvel at onion-domed cathedrals and maybe catch a Russian ballet at the famous Hermitage Theatre.<\/p>\n

Related: River cruises like you’ve never seem them before.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

4. The Galapagos<\/strong><\/p>\n

You and Darwin? Practically BFFs. (At least that\u2019s how you\u2019ll feel when you head to the Gal\u00e1pagos with Celebrity Cruises<\/a>.) You\u2019ll sail all around this archipelago of volcanic islands, spotting unique flora and glimpsing exotic wildlife, like hybrid iguanas and sea lions.<\/p>\n

\"Seaborn

Seaborn Cruises<\/p><\/div>\n

5. Antarctica<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vast and wild, Antarctica is the brrrfect destination for adventures. Go kayaking along the White Continent (wear layers!) and get a closer view of curious seals, porpoising penguins, and giant icebergs. And then head to your cozy room aboard the Seabourn Quest<\/a> to warm up.<\/p>\n

Related: 10 things you didn’t know you could do on a cruise.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

6. Tahiti, Fiji & the South Pacific<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bora Bora, Fiji, Tahiti (AKA every tropical paradise you picture when you close your eyes) is yours to discover on board a Paul Gauguin<\/a> ship. Verdant rainforests? Low-lying coral reefs? Palm-fringed beaches? Check, check, and check.<\/p>\n

\"Norwegian

Norwegian Cruise Line<\/p><\/div>\n

\u00a07.<\/strong> Norway<\/strong><\/p>\n

Norwegian Cruises<\/a> go to Norway \u2013 kind of<\/em> a no-brainer. But, what you maybe didn\u2019t realize is Norway is super awesome. Only here can you take in the sights of the Geiranger Fjord, marvel at sweeping waterfalls in Flam, and walk around the fairy tale town of Alesund.<\/p>\n

\"Ponant

Ponant Cruises<\/p><\/div>\n

8. Indonesia<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pack your bags (and don\u2019t forget the sunscreen) \u2013 post-card perfect Indonesia is calling your name. Worried about how you\u2019re going to get to a bunch of the country\u2019s islands? Don\u2019t be. Thanks to awesome itineraries, like this one<\/a> from Ponant, hitting up all the places you want to go is a total breeze.<\/p>\n

9. Sri Lanka<\/strong><\/p>\n

Centuries-old Buddha statues. Stretches of seemingly endless beaches. Hundreds of elephants. Sri Lanka is pretty darn dreamy, and you can experience it (and other incredible destinations) first-hand aboard ships like Cunard\u2019s Queen Mary II<\/a>.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Ready to sail? Check out other fascinating itineraries at Orbitz Cruises<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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