Leadership Changes Announced For The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is undergoing strategic changes and making key appointments to its operations leadership team in anticipation of future expansion. Mark Lockwood has been appointed as the Chief Product Officer, while Jens Gorka assumes the role of Senior Vice President for Shi
Paul Ludlow Appointed President of Carnival UK
Carnival Corporation and plc has appointed Paul Ludlow as President of Carnival in the UK in accordance with his leadership role with P&O Cruises. With his new position, Ludlow will have all commercial and operational responsibility for Carnival UK, which includes P&O Cruises and Cunard glob
MSC World America Celebrates Progress With Coin Ceremony
Today, MSC Cruises’ MSC World America celebrated a key milestone in her strategic U.S. expansion and commitment to sustainability with the Coin Ceremony, an event that takes place in the early stages of a ship’s construction where the shipbuilders place coins under the keel block of
Carnival Venezia Begins Maiden Voyage From Europe to New York City
Carnival Cruise Line’s “Carnival Fun Italian Style” has begun with the brand’s latest ship, Carnival Venezia, on her maiden voyage to New York City. The ship departed Barcelona, Spain, on May 29, 2023, and will arrive at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal on June 13, 2023. Carnival Cruise Line’
Holland America Line Launches Australia, New Zealand, and South Pacific Itineraries for 2024-2025
Holland America Line will set aside three ships for sailings in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific in 2024-2025. The brand’s Westerdam ship will spend the season in Australia, and Koningsdam and Zaandam will offer longer “Legendary Voyages” to the South Pacific and Hawaii. Westerdam
Oceania Cruises’ Alexis Quaretti Inducted Into The Maîtres Cuisiniers de France
Congratulations are in order for Oceania Cruises’ Chef Alexis Quaretti, the brand’s Senior Culinary Director! Quaretti was inducted into Maîtres Cuisiniers de France, an organization that supports and promotes French cuisine and culture. Quaretti joins Oceania Cruises’ Vice Presid
New Dining Options Announced for Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas
More than 20 new dining options have been added to Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Icon of the Seas! Guests can choose from upscale dining options, quick bites, and venues made for families with children. Dining options will range from walk-up windows to upscale experiences found in all eight of Ic
Explora Journeys Unveils New Caribbean And European Itineraries For Explora I
Explora Journeys has announced EXPLORA I’s Destination Experiences for her inaugural Caribbean season from November 2023 to March 2024. These experiences will allow travelers to explore the natural surroundings, local culture, and culinary specialties of each destination visited. Groups will consi
MSC Cruises’ MSC Euribia Sets New Standards In Sustainable Cruising With Net-Zero Emissions
MSC Cruises’ newest ship, MSC Euribia, is hitting the seven seas and will be the industry’s first cruise to operate on liquefied natural gas (LNG)! “This industry-first net zero gas emissions voyage of our latest flagship MSC Euribia heralds another significant step on our decarb
Holland America Line Opens Bookings For 2025 Grand World Voyage And Grand World Voyage: Pole to Pole
Today, Holland America Line officially opened bookings for the 2025 Grand World Voyage and Grand Voyage: Pole to Pole! Both voyages will depart in January 2025 and will be the first Grand Voyages for the brand to travel simultaneously for more than 120 days. “We craft one-of-a-kind itinerari
Viking Cruises Announces New River Voyage To Europe
Viking Cruises is heading to Europe and will operate year-round with a new winter river voyage! Guests can travel around Europe on the brand’s latest voyage, Treasures of the Rhine, giving guests first access to explore Europe in the winter season! “The Middle Rhine is one of our mo
American Cruise Lines Introduces 35-Day Civil War Battlefields Cruise
History buffs, this one is for you! Today, American Cruise Lines has shared their latest new cruise Civil War Battlefields Cruise, which will visit the major battlefields of the Civil War! MORE ABOUT THE CRUISE The trip is a 35-day itinerary, visiting 13 states and all three major theaters of the
Brightline Completes St. Lucie River Railroad Bridge Repairs Ahead of Schedule
Brightline has completed repairs to the St. Lucie Railroad Bridge in Stuart, Florida, and has reopened the bridge to mariner traffic one day ahead of schedule. This concludes 21 days of work by Brightline, including replacing all mechanical, electrical, and control components on the bridge. These re
Princess Cruises Celebrates Tuskegee Airman’s 100th Birthday
Princess Cruises welcomed retired United States Army Air Corps and Air Force officer Lieutenant Colonel James H. Harvey III onboard Discovery Princess in Seattle for his 100th birthday celebration yesterday. As one of the few surviving members of the Tuskegee Airmen, Harvey overcame racial segregati
Princess Cruises Releases New 2024-2025 Panama Canal Season
For the upcoming 2024-2025 season, Princess Cruises will offer itineraries going through the Panama Canal. Three ships will be sailing from 26 departures, visiting 23 destinations in 12 countries. The Panama Canal season is a continuation of Princess Cruises’ sailing in the area, as the cruise lin
Amawaterways Shares Itinerary For Wine Enthusiasts
Calling all wine connoisseurs! AmaWaterways has shared the news on the brand’s newest 2024 French itinerary, Flavors of Burgundy, taking guests to vineyards along the Saône River! The good news does not stop there! The brand also shared news of the wine hosts, the 2023 and 202
Details of MSC Euribia’s Naming Revealed Ahead of Copenhagen Ceremony
MSC Cruises revealed information regarding the Naming Ceremony of the line’s newest ship, MSC Euribia. The June 8 event will take place in Copenhagen, Denmark due to the city’s maritime history. MSC Euribia is touted by the line as being “Built for the Future.” As the most energy-efficient c
Princess Cruises Reveals First-Ever Summer Colonial Heritage Voyages
Debuting in 2024, Princess Cruises will offer several Colonial Heritage 10 and 11-day itineraries aboard Island Princess. Sailing round-trip from New York, Island Princess will visit destinations such as Yorktown, Va., nearby Colonial Williamsburg, and the first permanent English settlement in the A
Explora Journeys Announces Owner’s Residence Aboard EXPLORA I
Today, Explora Journeys revealed the latest design of the Owner’s Residence, the largest living space aboard the brand’s newest ship, EXPLORA I! “Every aspect of the design of our Owner’s Residence reflects the meticulous curation of all details,” said Jason Gelineau
Carnival Cruise Line Opens Carnival Venezia Sailings For Late 2024
Carnival Cruise Line is opening sailings on Carnival Venezia, the newest ship in the Carnival Cruise Line fleet, departing from Port Canaveral, Florida in late 2024. The cruise line is debuting its ‘Carnival Fun Italian Style’ experiences on the Carnival Venezia this season. In 2024, the s