The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Begins Construction of Ilma in France
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s newest ship, Ilma, has officially begun construction. The building dock received the first modular block of Ilma at the keel-laying ceremony held at the world-renowned shipyard Chantiers de l’Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire, France. “We are thrilled to celeb
CRUISE DEAL OF THE WEEK — MARCH 24, 2023
Hey cruisers! As March’s end draws closer and the weather gets warmer, exciting cruise itineraries and deals seem to be popping up like spring flowers! Today, we have amazing offers from Oceania Cruises that are too good to pass up! Keep reading to learn more! Oceania Cruises offers savings
Emerald Cruises And Chef Ben Robinson Partner For Culinary Yacht Sailings
Emerald Cruises and Chef Ben Robinson have partnered for two culinary sailings on the Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara. Chef Robinson, known for his work as an executive private yacht chef from TV’s Below Deck, will offer his culinary expertise onboard Emerald Cruises’ Coastal Gems of It
Carnival Firenze Opens Reservations for 2024-2025 Sailings
Carnival Cruise Line opened reservations for the Carnival Firenze, its next new ship, on March 23, 2023. The cruise will showcase Carnival Fun Italian Style experiences, and it will sail year-round from May 2024 through April 2025 from Long Beach, California. “Carnival Firenze is named after
AmaWaterways 2023 European Season Gives Guests More Ways to See Europe
AmaWaterways’ 2023 European season is officially underway following a Cruise Managers’ Kickoff Meeting onboard AmaMagna hosted by co-founder and executive vice-president Kristin Karst. Guests can now board the luxury river cruise line’s fleet of “19 award-winning ships,” which includ
Chef Bryan Voltaggio Returns To Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours For Two Culinary Sailings
Celebrity Chef Bryan Voltaggio is returning to Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours for a pair of specialty cruises in 2023 and 2024. The first is on board the ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse, which departs from Montego Bay on October 31, 2023, for a nine-day Iconic Panama Canal sailing. T
Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Several Leadership Transitions
Effective April 1, 2023, David J. Herrera will become the new President of Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). On July 1, 2023, the brand’s current president, Harry J. Sommer, will transition to be the next President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH), the parent company of Norwegian C
Viking Announces World War II Anniversary Voyage
Viking announced a new 12-day river cruise with itineraries in England and France to honor the World War II milestone. Viking’s Paris & D-Day 80th Anniversary voyage will run from March through November 2024, starting in London and ending in Paris. “Many of our guests, particularly
MSC Cruises And Guinness World Records Team Up To Give Guests A Record-Break Cruise
MSC Cruises and Guinness World Records are teaming up to offer guests a chance to go down in history. The new program will test guests’ skills as they attempt to break world records and get their names in the record books if they triumph. Guests onboard MSC Seascape and MSC World Europa can now pa
Carnival Becomes The First Cruise Line To Offer Alcohol-Free Cocktails
Guests on Carnival Cruise Line will now have the option of alcohol-free cocktails! According to Carnival Cruise Line, mixologists at their popular vintage-themed “pharmacy,” Alchemy Bar, will make guest-favorite drinks with non-alcoholic spirits produced by Lyre, an industry-leading distiller. T
Celebrity Cruises Brings Pickleball To Nine Of Its Ships
Celebrity Cruises is adding new pickleball courts to nine of its cruises. Guests of any skill level can enjoy gorgeous ocean views while playing the world’s fastest growing sport, which is a hybrid of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton. The ships’ teams will organize pickleball events and to
Celebrate Black History And Culture With AmaWaterways’ Soulful Epicurean Experiences
In 2024, guests will have three opportunities to celebrate the African and Black diaspora thanks to AmaWaterways, the award-winning river cruise. These opportunities include the Soulful Epicurean Experience on the Rhône River in France, the Colors of Provence cruise, and the Secrets of Egypt &
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Opens Reservations for Ilma’s Inaugural Season
Reservations are now open for the 2024 Mediterranean season for Ilma, the second superyacht of The Ritz-Carlton’s Yacht Collection. “We are thrilled to open reservations for Ilma to the public and unveil our inaugural season of itineraries,” said Douglas Prothero, CEO of The Ritz-Carlton Yac
American Queen Voyages Kicks Off Elevated Culinary Program
American Queen Voyages is launching a newly improved culinary program on its fleet of Rivers, Lakes & Oceans, and Expedition vessels. Travelers will explore port views and sites while embarking on a delicious journey of North American cuisine. Culinary Ambassador Regina Charboneau is leadi
Royal Caribbean Commissions Caribbean Artists For New Icon Ship
Starting today through April 4, applications are open for Royal Caribbean International’s “Artist Discovery Program.” The cruise company is looking for Caribbean artists to create nine large-scale murals aboard the Icon of the Seas. According to Royal Caribbean International, the program’s p
Disney Cruise Line will open the new Lighthouse Point In 2024
Disney Cruise Line will bring guests to a new destination at Lighthouse Point in summer 2024, located on the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas. Guests will experience the quality of a Disney vacation while immersing themselves in a unique island experience that celebrates Bahamian culture. “At Di
MSC Cruises’ MSC Euribia Features New Kids Entertainment Offerings
On March 9, 2023, MSC Cruises announced plans for expanded children’s entertainment and family offerings on the MSC Euribia, which makes its maiden voyage this June. Passengers of all ages will be able to enjoy diverse and action-packed experiences on the cruise. The MSC Euribia will feature a sev
Norwegian Cruise Line Debuts New Ships and Ports of Calls in 2024-2025
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced new and expanded itineraries for the 2024/2025 cruise season. This announcement comes with the debut of Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun, and Norwegian Sky in Asia, with new ports of call in Manama, Bahrain; Rarotonga, Cook Islands; Sokhna, Egyp
Sea Cloud Cruises Will Head to Venice This Summer
Sea Cloud Cruises will be setting a course for the historic center of Venice this summer. According to Sea Cloud Cruises, their windjammers are some of the only ships still permitted by the Italian government to dock in the heart of the lagoon city. The cruise company has planned a number of visits
Brightline Becomes Fastest Train in Florida
Brightline reached 130 mph during train testing, making it the fastest train in Florida and the Southeastern United States. Brightline, the only provider of “modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail,” made this historical achievement on its new railway between Orlando International Airport and Coc
