Ocean Victory Expedition Cruise Ship Review
Expedition Cruise Ship Ocean Victory by Evan Gove 1 Feet 1 Decks 1 Launched 1 Guests Overview Built for some of the world’s most remote locations, Ocean Victory is an expedition cruise ship offering the latest in ship technology, the very best in adventure and scientific gear and a plethora of
Windstar Cruises’ New Partnership to protect Coral Reefs in French Polynesia
The popular small-ship cruise line Windstar Cruises, has announced a new partnership with Coral Gardeners, a Mo’orea (French Polynesia)-based organization set on revolutionizing ocean conservation and creating a global movement to save the coral reefs by way of reef restoration, awareness initiati
Karen Lundgren and Theresa Scalzitti Named Godmothers of Atlas Ocean Voyages’ Ships
Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced that world adventurer Karen Lundgren and Chief Sales Officer for Florida-based Cruise Planners Theresa Scalzitti will serve as godmothers of World Navigator and her new sister-ship World Traveller. The women will be named godmothers at a christening ceremony on Nove
The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya in Tel-Aviv Launches New Spa Experience
One of Tel-Aviv, Israel’s top luxury hotels is offering a revamped spa experience for guests in collaboration with Christina, Israel’s renowned skincare line. Located in the prestigious Herzliya section of the city alongside miles of beach and the Herzliya Marina, The Ritz-Carlton Herzliya
Azamara Set to Return to Venice, Italy in 2023
Luxury cruise line Azamara has announced the cruise line’s grand return to Venice, beginning on April 3, 2023. The return is a part of Azamara Journey’s 12-Night The Best of The Med Voyage, a cruise highlighting the history, culture, and beauty of the Mediterranean, sailing from Spain to Italy.
Royal Caribbean Group Opens First Zero-Energy Cruise Terminal
Royal Caribbean has become the first zero-energy cruise terminal to generate 100% of its needed energy through on-site solar panels. The new Galveston terminal will be used by the company’s internal brand and sit as the world’s first LEED Zero Energy facility. “We are focused on in
Cruise Deal of the Week – October 14, 2022
Happy Friday Cruisers! American Queen Voyages has been busy over the past year with the launch of its Lakelorian program for its Lakes & Oceans fleet, appointing a new company president, and announcing free roundtrip air service for select 2023 voyages. Today, we have a deal from American Queen
MSC World Europa Reveals New Partnerships To Enrich Food and Beverage Experience
MSC Cruises revealed two new partnerships to elevate the food and beverage experience aboard the upcoming MSC World Europa. Michelin-starred chef, TV personality, and author Niklas Ekestedt is collaborating with MSC Cruises to create a menu for the new specialty restaurant, Chef’s Garden Kitch
EXPLORA JOURNEYS NAMES DIEGO MICHELOZZI Captain of EXPLORA I
Explora Journeys hass announced the appointment of Captain Diego Michelozzi as the Master of EXPLORA I, the first of six vessels to join the luxury travel brand’s fleet in 2023. Earlier this year, Explora Journeys announced the appointment of Captain Serena Melani, who will alternate with Captain
FELICITY ASTON, THE FIRST WOMAN TO CROSS ANTARCTICA SOLO, NAMED GODMOTHER OF SILVER ENDEAVOUR
Silversea Cruises has named Felicity Aston MBE the Godmother of their newest and most luxurious vessel, Silver Endeavour! An honored polar explorer, television presenter, author, and climate scientist, Felicity Aston is the first woman to ski solo across Antarctica in 2012. Aston is also the first p
Atlas Ocean Voyages Takes Delivery of World Traveller
Atlas Ocean Voyages has taken delivery of its brand new 200-passenger vessel, World Traveller, scheduled to be officially named on November 20, 2022. The handover ceremony took place on October 7, 2022, aboard the docked vessel where the yacht-style ship was constructed at the West Sea shipyard in P
Interest Spikes in Holland America Line’s Alaska 2023 Cruises as the Company’s 75th Anniversary Concludes
After a busy season of over 100 cruises across 6 vessels, Holland America Line has set sail from Alaska for the last time this year as the Eurodam & Koningsdam completed their final port visits at Ketchikan last Thursday. RELATED: HOLLAND AMERICA LINE CALLS LIFTED CANADA PROTOCOLS A “WIN” &#
Forbes Names Carnival Corporation Best Global Employer For A Second Year
For the second consecutive year, Forbes has named Carnival Corporation as one of the World’s Best Employers of 2022. The award was presented by Forbes, a leading source of business news worldwide, and Statista Inc, the world-leading statistics portal and industry tanking provider, honoring the
MSC Opera To Become Floating Hotel For the World Cup
Soccer fans traveling to the World Cup in Doha, Qatar, can look forward to a fun new cruise and hotel experience. MSC cruises has announced that MSC Opera will become a cruise ship hotel experience between November 19th and December 19th for the World Cup soccer tournament! MSC Cruises and Qatar’
Island Hopping The Four Seasons in The Maldives
These days, there are a few new boxes to tick when I’m choosing a luxury holiday. It used to be the size of the bed, and if my suite had a plunge pool; now it’s how green the resort is and what conservation projects they’re involved in. Sounds like a headache? It doesn’t have to […]
Spooky Savannah: Hauntings in This Southern City
Imagine waking up startled in the darkness to a crying ghost, her tears dribbling on your face. “She haunts the upstairs waiting for her lover to return,” says Patrick Godley, owner of Savannah’s historic 17Hundred90 Inn & Restaurant. He’s spinning out a lament for Anna, believed to be t
Cruise Deal of the Week – October 7, 2022
Happy Friday, Cruisers! If you’re still looking for a cruise vacation to round out 2022, read on! It’s time for the Cruise Deal of the Week! 5 DAY BAHAMAS AND CARIBBEAN CRUISE Embarking from Fort Lauderdale on December 18, 2022, Holland America Line Nieuw Amsterdam spends a day at se
Biscuits are Just the Beginning on American Queen Voyages
American Queen Voyages’ culinary ambassador, Chef Regina Charboneau, may be known as “The Biscuit Queen” — a title bestowed upon her by The New York Times when they reviewed her feather-light biscuits. But after a taste of her culinary genius during a Columbia and Snake River sailing aboard
Holland America Line Celebrates 150th Anniversary With Transatlantic Crossing
To kick off its 150th anniversary in 2023, Holland America Line will celebrate with a special transatlantic crossing in October. Guests are invited to special events and activities on board to recreate history and see how Holland America Line’s cruise started. “Holland America Line has e
MSC Cruises to Sail Five Ships from the US During Winter 2023-2024 Season
Today, MSC Cruises is moving forward with its continued expansion throughout the United States by revealing plans for arecord 5 ships set to sail from American homeports by the end of 2023. The company is diversifying the range of itineraries offered in The Bahamas, Bermuda, the Caribbean, the Nort