Holland America Line Reveals 2024-2025 Asia Cruise Season
Holland America Line has revealed the 2024 – 2025 Asia cruise season itinerary! “The demand for Asia remains strong as cruisers seek experiences to exotic and off-the-beaten-path locales that give them unique travel moments,” said Beth Bodensteiner, Holland America Line’
Royal Caribbean Group Announces Innovative Biofuel Testing
This summer, Royal Caribbean Group will be at the forefront of using alternative fuel when Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Apex and Royal Caribbean International’s Symphony of the Seas depart in Europe with maintainable biofuel to meet the ships’ fuel requirements. Throughout the three-month test
MSC Foundation Partners With UNWTO To Provide Sustainability Courses Aboard MSC Euribia
Following the success of the first Global Youth Tourism Summit held in Sorrento, Italy, in 2022, the MSC Foundation has partnered with UNWTO to provide several educational courses related to sustainability aboard MSC Erubia. As a result, the specially-equipped MSC Foundation Youth Lab will be added
Can You Watch The NBA Finals On A Cruise Ship?
Summer is peak season for cruising. It’s the perfect time to escape from the stressors of everyday life and embark on a fun, relaxing journey across the ocean. However, for sports fans, a new problem arises. With the NBA Finals coming up, many fans are asking: Can you watch live sports on a cruise
Jay Leno Named Carnival Venezia Godfather
Former “The Tonight Show” host and comedian Jay Leno will serve as Carnival Venezia’s first godfather. The ceremony honoring his title will be held on June 14, 2023, after the ship is christened and begins its service in New York City. Carnival Venezia is the first of Carnival Cruise Line’s
Holland America Line Reveals Updated Canaletto Menu
You don’t have to travel to Italy to indulge in authentic Italian dishes! Holland America Line has revealed its updated Canaletto menu, an Italian specialty restaurant. Open at dinner time, guests can come and try out the fresh pasta, new dessert and entree options, and signature favorit
Margaritaville at Sea Announces Sold-Out Inaugural Sailing
After a series of multimillion-dollar upgrades, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise, the 658-cabin ship, had its first post-dry dock sailing sold out! The ship departs from Palm Beach, Florida, on June 2, 2023, for a three-day cruise with an overnight in Freeport, Bahamas. “We expected a good turnout f
Brightline Named Partner Of Orlando City And Orlando Pride
Brightline was recently named a sponsor of Major League Soccer’s Orlando City SC and National Women’s Soccer League’s Orlando Pride. The sponsorship between Brightline and Orlando City, and Orlando Pride will initiate through 2023, demonstrating its connection to South and Central Florida. “
Quebec Cruises Greener
The Port of Quebec continues to make the cruise industry more environmentally sustainable through an ongoing Quebec International Cruise Forum. The forum draws ideas from a variety of sources. It brings together citizen groups, members of the maritime industry, representatives of the tourism sector,
Royal Caribbean International Premieres “Making An Icon: Creating Chill Island And The Hideaway”
Today, Royal Caribbean International premieres, “Making an Icon: Creating Chill Island and The Hideaway,” Royal Caribbean’s video series that takes guests behind the scenes on delivering the world’s best vacation in 2024. ABOUT “MAKING AN ICON” EPIsode 9 In this episode, guests learn
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’
NatureMetrics, MSC Cruises, And MSC Foundation Team Up To Educate On Endangered Marine Species
Today, NatureMetrics, MSC Cruises, and MSC Foundation have joined to educate the public on endangered marine species! “Collaboration is crucial in our quest to halt and reverse the loss of biodiversity by the end of the decade. MSC Cruises’ pioneering work to collect and share biodiversi
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
Cruise Deal Of The Week – May 26, 2023
Hey cruisers! Are you ready to spend your summer sailing through the best ports Europe has to offer? Then this limited time deal from Azamara Cruises is sure to make your dreams come true. Book select cruises from now until June 2, 2023 in order to secure: Three free nights 50 percent savings on one
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
