Cruise Lines Guide
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Storylines: a unique sector in continuous growth
Storylines, the luxury and residential cruise company that upholds the motto “discover, don’t just navigate,” where residing on board is not just a vacation but a lifestyle, takes us into 2024 by analyzing the trends in the cruise industry. The luxury cruise market has experienced significant growth; compared to the over 600,000 guests in 2019, […]
An exceptional captain: interview with Miia Holma
We recently had the pleasure of sailing on board Hondius, one of the newest units in the Oceanwide Expeditions fleet, specializing in expedition cruises in the Arctic and Antarctica. Unfortunately, we did not have the opportunity to sail with Miia Holma on that occasion, an exceptional captain who upholds the value of women in leadership […]
Advancing Sustainability: Electrification of Ports
What is a shore power connection? Alexandros Lampoglou and Ilias Bougas from Ship Nerd News are getting you up to speed with the concept of Onshore Power Supply that reduces emissions and eliminates the noise levels at port. Onshore Power Supply (OPS), also commonly referred to as Shore Power, Shoreside Electricity (SSE), Alternative Maritime Power […]
Explora Journeys: Offers for All Types of Travelers
Explora Journeys, the luxury travel brand launched by the Msc Group to redefine the concept of luxury cruises, presents its offers to meet the needs of every type of traveler. To accommodate those who prefer to plan their vacations well in advance, Explora Journeys offers the Explora Early Booking Benefit, designed to assist guests in […]
Celebrating Queen Anne: Cunard’s ship for a new era
Cunard Line‘s former New York Headquarters provided a mesmerizing glimpse of its latest addition to its fleet of Queens. With its roots deeply embedded in New York City’s history, Cunard Line, founded by Canadian visionary Sir Samuel Cunard, played a pivotal role in connecting Europe and North America through transatlantic travel. The journey began in […]
50 years of Phoenix Reisen, 50 yr of Welcome Home!
This is an important anniversary and one to be proud of: “50 years of Phoenix Reisen.” In 1973, student Johannes Zurnieden founded Phoenix Flugreisen GmbH in the then-West German capital, Bonn. Initially, the company had nothing to do with cruises. It wasn’t until 1988 that Phoenix Reisen entered the cruise market when Neckermann Reisen ended […]
Emissions Reduction: The Life-Cycle Assessment
Reducing emissions and combating pollution are the most discussed topics in the shipping industry due to the ever-increasing need to protect the environment. Previous editions have showcased some of the possible solutions to do this, including alternative fuels (methanol, liquid natural gas, hydrogen) and nuclear solutions. However, the search for the alternative solution shall consider […]
Transcend Cruises: Tailored Excellence
Realizing your ideal cruise, customizing every detail such as a ship, an itinerary, menus, and entertainment, might seem unattainable. What Transcend Cruises offers in the realm of river cruises is truly unique and opens up numerous charter possibilities. The company has designed the construction of two new ships specifically tailored to meet the needs of […]
Janet Bava, new CCO of Windstar Cruises
There has recently been a significant addition to Windstar Cruises‘ team. Janet Bava assumed the role of Chief Commercial Officer during the summer, bringing her extensive experience to the table for the development and expansion of the marketing of a well-established brand with unique characteristics. We wanted to interview her to understand Windstar Cruises‘ future […]
Exploris: Countdown Begins for Exploris One
With less than two months until the inaugural cruise scheduled for December 23, 2023, Exploris, the French expedition company based in Nantes founded in 2021 by Philippe Videau, is launching its countdown to make this launch an unforgettable event. The ship will first go to Chile for a renovation of the common areas to provide […]
Four Seasons Unveils Initial Renderings of Luxury Yacht
Four Seasons has released the first renderings of the decks and interiors of the Four Seasons Yacht, a 14-deck luxury yacht set to launch by the end of 2025. The vessel is being built to offer “immersive luxury experiences,” stated Four Seasons President and CEO Alejandro Reynal. “The yacht is a manifestation of this vision […]
Hebrides Cruise launches the superyacht Lucy Mary
Basking sharks, gannet colonies, ancient sheep breeds and bothies, sea eagles, dolphin bow racing, wild otters, puffins, Bronze and Iron Age sheep and as much Eigg, Rhum and Muck you want. Based at Oban on the west coast of Scotland, wildlife and wellness cruise ship specialists Hebrides Cruises, have launched its private charter superyacht, Lucy […]
From Crown Princess to Sun Princess
The evolution of naval technology and current trends in the cruise industry through the example of Princess Cruises‘ classes. A story that starts from afar and spans our days with upcoming deliveries and new projects. With the upcoming delivery of the new Sun Princess prototype of the “Sphere” class, the first dual-fuel cruise ship built […]
Riverside Cruises: Interview with Jennifer Halboth
The river cruise company currently boasts two operational ships and a very rapid growth outlook. We asked Jennifer Halboth to explain what sets this company apart and to provide some insights into its expansion prospects. The river cruise sector in Europe boasts numerous companies operating on various rivers and itineraries, covering a large part of […]
7 Reasons to Set Sail with Oceanwide Expeditions
Oceanwide Expeditions, which is preparing to celebrate thirty years of polar exploration, offers its guests journeys into the heart of nature, in some of the most remote areas on Earth. In pursuit of the goal to make guests’ cruises to the Arctic and Antarctica truly unforgettable, let’s explore the compelling reasons to embark on a […]
How to Plan for a Solo Vacation Like a Pro
Solo travel like going on a solo cruise can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. Not only do you get to enjoy a vacation that is tailored to your exact needs and interests, but it can also be an empowering experience that helps boost your confidence and independence. But before you […]
Secret Atlas: Micro Ship Cruises
Small is better. Very small is the best. And tiny is out of this world and good for the world. The micro cruise company, Secret Atlas, owns some of the smallest expedition ships in the polar regions. It has just launched MV Vikingfjord , one of the most environmentally friendly micro ships in the Arctic. […]
Natalya Leahy: a new Leadership for Seabourn
Another important change at the helm of a prestigious luxury cruise brand has once again put a woman in the driver’s seat, and we are very excited about it. The appointment is very recent and we have already met the new President in Fort Lauderdale where she will have the opportunity to represent Seabourn on […]
Expeditions with Quark Expeditions
Lars Wikander and Mike McDowell, co-founders of Quark Expeditions, led the first group of commercial travelers to the North Pole in 1991. This inaugural and groundbreaking expedition, the first tourist transit of the Northeast Passage, laid the foundation for Quark Expeditions to become a leader in polar exploration. Since then, the company has been in […]
Thurgau Travel Introduces the New Mekong Discovery
Starting in October 2024, a new ship will ply the waters of the northern Mekong River between Cambodia and Vietnam. The Mekong Discovery will join the fleet of Thurgau Travel, one of the world’s leading river tour operators. 2024 season and already on sale online, as well as exclusive Advent 2023 short cruises on the […]
Silversea Cruises: An All-Inclusive Cruise
Silversea Cruises, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line, offers door-to-door, all-inclusive cruises that allow guests to feel like they are on vacation as soon as they walk through the front door. In fact, the vacation begins immediately with Executive Private Transfer Service, discounted flights, hotel pre-cruise and transfers to the ship, and then once onboard, enjoy […]
AmaWaterways: River Cruises Increasingly Sustainable
AmaWaterways, the award-winning river cruise line, shared details of its ongoing efforts to find new ways to improve the sustainability of river cruising while minimizing fuel consumption. As an industry leader in innovation, AmaWaterways is committed to finding new ways to reduce its environmental footprint, including using solar panels onboard its ships, testing navigation aids […]
Explora Journeys: Aspects of the Ocean State of Mind
On July 8, Explora I will be christened in Civitavecchia, marking the official launch of Explora Journeys, the luxury brand of MSC Cruises. A new ship, for a new company that has been announcing big news and growing interest in the cruise environment for many months now. But what can we really expect from Explora […]
Silver Endeavour: Spring 2023 Dry Dock
Following the acquisition of Silver Endeavour in 2022, Silversea has planned an extensive refurbishment in Spring 2023, spanning from April 3rd, meant to bring several substantial changes to evolve the onboard and expedition experience even further. The refitting operations will take place in Genoa (Italy), providing for a dry dock and a wet dock phase. […]