Margaritaville At Sea Commemorates “Heroes Sail Free” Program
Margaritaville at Sea is announcing an offer for U.S. service members to travel for free as part of the one-year anniversary of its “Heroes Sail Free” program! “The unprecedented program allows us to show our support for those who support our communities every day,” said Christopher Iv
Azamara Cruises Announces 73 Itineraries For 2025
Azamara Cruises has released 73 itineraries for 2025! The cruise line will offer sailings to Canada for the first time since 2017. Azamara Cruises also announced double night stays, allowing guests to travel and learn about one destination at their own pace. “We are thrilled to return to Canada in
MSC Cruises’ Ocean Cay Recognized As ‘Hope Spot’ For Conservation
The private island Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, owned by MSC Cruises, has received the designation of a “Hope Spot” by Mission Blue. This recognition comes from the non-profit organization founded by oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle, dedicated to preserving marine ecosystems. Pierfrancesc
Oceania Cruises Releases New Mediterranean Itineraries For 2024
Oceania Cruises is offering a variety of new experiences throughout the Mediterranean in 2024! Guests have the opportunity to explore the region while sailing from cities such as Rome, Barcelona, Lisbon, Athens, and London. The voyages are carefully designed and available on Oceania Cruises’ Marin
Royal Caribbean Groups’ Executives Preview Silversea Cruises’ Silver Nova
Royal Caribbean Groups’ CEO Jason Liberty, Royal Caribbean Groups’ Chairman Richard Fain, and Silversea Cruises President Barbara Muckermann previewed Silver Nova, Silversea Cruises’ most eco-friendly ship July 12, 2023. Royal Caribbean Groups’ Executives joined MEYER W
PONANT Announces New Expert Led Expeditions To Antarctica’s Peninsula
PONANT is now offering guests the chance to embark on small-ship polar expeditions led by world-renowned experts. The Emperor Penguins of Weddell Sea itinerary, which departs November 3-17, 2023, is an adventure into Antarctica’s most remote regions, where guests will witness emperor penguins,
Silversea Cruises Releases New Benefits On Select Voyages
Silversea Cruises is expanding its Suite Upgrades promotion! The cruise lines’ Suite Upgrades promotion includes a variety of voyages departing between November 2023 and May 2025. The limited offer is available for purchase exclusively with door-to-door fares for bookings made on August 31, 2023.&
Norwegian Cruise Line Unveils Starbucks “Been There” Mugs
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced a new collection of Starbucks “Been There” mugs to be sold on nine NCL ships. The mugs will be available for purchase in August 2023, coinciding with the launch of the cruise line’s Norwegian Viva. The mugs will be sold at Starbucks Cafes aboard
Princess Cruises Wins 15 Wine Spectator Awards
Princess Cruises’ dining rooms across its fleet of 15 ships have won an Award of Excellence in Wine Spectators’ 2023 Restaurant awards! Princess Cruises was awarded this honor due to the brand’s wine lists that are paired well with the brand’s culinary experience. Princess Cruises’ win
Emerald Cruises’ Emerald Sakara Completes Sea Trials
Emerald Cruises’ latest ship Emerald Sakara has completed her sea trials. The trials were conducted on July 3, 2023, by Captains John Edwards and James Griffiths from Halong Shipyard in Vietnam, with the ship’s major systems tested and approved for guest operations during the trials. After compl
Costa Cruises Announces Costa Voyages
Costa Cruises announces a new cruise experience called Costa Voyages starting September 2023! For 10-14 days, guests will explore new destinations and be exposed to new entertainment aboard Costa Cruises ships. Costa Voyages’ destinations include: the Canary Islands, the myriad facets of Turkey, t
Cruise Deal Of The Week – July 7, 2023
Hey travelers! As July begins, P&O Cruises has announced a special offer of double on-board spending of up to $968 per sea view cabin on voyages to the Mediterranean when scheduled by July 31, 2023! The deal is available on select 13 and 14 night voyages from Southampton, United King
SpaceX Installs Starlink On First Ships In Aida Fleet
All Ships in the AIDA fleet will have SpaceX’s Starlink broadband internet connection and will offer the Starlink Special, Space X’s double data volume deal for kids and teenagers in October 2023! SpaceX’s installation will enable AIDA Cruises to offer the best Wi-Fi experien
Princess Cruises’ And Club Pilates Offer Fitness At Sea
Princess Cruises and Xponential Fitness’ Pilates brand, Club Pilates, have collaborated to offer Club Pilates at Sea: An Alaska Retreat! A voyage from Seattle aboard Royal Princess on September 2-9, 2023. On this seven day excursion, guests can explore Alaska as they travel to Juneau, Skagwa
PONANT’s Newbuild Ship Leads The Way To Zero Carbon Navigation
PONANT is beginning the development of a uniquely designed ocean vessel, driving its transition toward carbon neutrality. Through the work of its R&D team, the company has created a concept that combines six technologies, aiming to revolutionize future navigation. Set for completion in 2030, thi
Cunard Unveils Queen Anne Cutaway Image For Cruise Line’s 183rd Birthday
Cunard has debuted an illustrated, trade-friendly cutaway image of Queen Anne, the line’s latest ship, inspired by the cruise line’s advertisements from the 1920s, showcasing the company’s storied history. Designed by artist Dominik Bulka, the cutaway references features of several Cunard ship
Luxury Travel Advisor Names Viking Cruises Best River And Ocean Line
Viking Cruises has been named the “Best Luxury River Cruise Company” by Luxury Travel Advisor in their 2023 Awards of Excellence! The cruise line is the first to be awarded top marks in both river and ocean categories for four years. This year’s awards also mark the eighth time Viking Cruises
Explora Journeys Partners With EHL Hospitality Business School
Explora Journeys announces the brand’s partnership with EHL Hospitality Business School, a hospitality management school that has campuses in Switzerland and Singapore. Both brands are excited to bring a Guest Experience Foundations training program for all Explora Journeys employees. The training
Royal Caribbean Cruises Opens 2024-2025 Sailings to China
Royal Caribbean Cruises released itineraries for voyages across Asia! Get ready to set sail on Spectrum of the Seas for four and seven night itineraries beginning in 2024! In April 2024, Spectrum of the Seas is expected to begin sailing from Shanghai to Fukuoka, Okinawa, Japan, and then to Nag
