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Abu Dhabi, a day like in the tales of Arabian Nights
Where to go, what to do, and what to see in Abu Dhabi? Which are the most interesting and captivating places to visit during a cruise stopover? Let’s start by pointing out that Zayed Port is about a forty-minute drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport. Among the must-visit places in Abu Dhabi, there is undoubtedly […]
Hooray for Hollywood: a museum made for the movies
Who says museums are stuffy? Not this one. It has Dorothy’s red shoes from the movie The Wizard of Oz, a life size replica of the great shark from the movie, Jaws. and a real Oscar statuette you can hold for photos. Hollywood has been making movies for more than a century, but only recently […]
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. […]
Celebrity Ascent Introduces New Culinary Offerings
Celebrity Cruises, an award-winning premium cruise company, has revealed details of the dining and beverage program aboard its highly anticipated new ship, Celebrity Ascent. As the fourth ship in the revolutionary Edge Series, Celebrity Ascent will delight travelers with redesigned restaurants, a new and engaging dining experience, an expanded menu for both food and cocktails, […]
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 […]
Caribbean Cruise Day in Bequia
The small Caribbean island of Bequia, only 7 square miles, is a unique cruise stop and those who have a chance to do it will be well rewarded. With a population of about 5,000, Bequia is a small Caribbean paradise located in the independent country of St. Vincent & the Grenadines and is also one […]
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 […]
Ponant and Pierre Hermé: a gastronomic alliance at sea
Thanks to a partnership with Pierre Hermé, tea time onboard Ponant ships will be a unique experience. On all Ponant ships, guests will have the opportunity to taste four macarons created by the man known as the “Picasso of pastry”. Pierre claims that the macaron is his favorite medium of expression because it allows him […]
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 […]
Swan Hellenic: A Unique Gastronomic Journey
Swan Hellenic, a company known for its culturally inspired journeys, has recently partnered with JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs to offer its guests unique gastronomic experiences. Swan Hellenic‘s mission is to “let its guests see what others cannot”, and it does this through expert international guides who share their knowledge and experience on the company’s itineraries. For this […]
Antigua & Barbuda: a paradise to discover
Sun, sea, and sand make up the winning triad that draws visitors to the pristine shores of Antigua & Barbuda. The twin-island state located in the heart of the Eastern Caribbean has been popular with visitors from the United States and Europe for decades as they seek refuge under a palm tree during the blistering […]
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 […]
Alicante: the jewel of the Costa Blanca
Alicante is the undisputed jewel of the Costa Blanca, nestled between the mountains and the sea, and has become an important cruise port, especially for cruises to the Canary Islands and overseas. The boat stop is usually 9/10 hours. Here you’ll find miles of beautiful beaches, but that’s not all… let’s see what else there […]
Swan Hellenic presents Maris Dining Experience
Swan Hellenic has announced its collaboration with JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs to create Maris, a completely new experience of gastronomic discovery at sea, to be enjoyed with world-renowned chefs. Maris will bring aboard a series of exclusive cruises on the elegant design ships SH Vega and SH Diana, a JRE protagonist that will take guests on a […]
Aqua Expeditions: Chefs onboard new itineraries.
Aqua Expeditions presents new features for the season: exclusive departures onboard Aqua Blu and Aqua Nera with guests and chefs onboard. The soul of a region is captured not only in its landscapes and rivers, but also in its cuisine. In the nutmeg and pandanus-infused dishes of Aqua Blu, we find stories of ancient spice […]
Silversea & Mirazur 3* Michelin Restaurant Agreement
Silversea Cruises has signed a unique partnership with the 3-Star Michelin Restaurant Mirazur, headed by one of the world’s most renowned chefs, Mauro Colagreco, to offer guests a new dining experience on the French Riviera. This new collaboration will be an integral part of Silversea‘s S.A.L.T. culinary program, taking guests to the authentic heart of […]
Discovering Kristiansand by cruise!
Kristiansand, located in southern Norway, has a beautiful city center and is now becoming a popular destination for cruise passengers. What to see and do in one day! Thanks to our tour in Sweden and Norway, we spent time in this beautiful city and partially discovered it! The cruise terminal in Kristiansand is in close […]
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. […]
Porto: The perfect getaway to Northern Portugal
Southern Europe’s outpost on the Atlantic, Porto represents a stopover of particular historical, cultural and landscape interest, capable of enriching cruise itineraries on the western coasts of the continent. Porto is not only a destination of great interest to visit, but also the gateway to a wonderful region, thus offering innumerable visits even to cruisers […]
Expedition Cruises with Silversea
Expedition voyages are journeys of research and exploration, and Silversea offers its guests the chance to discover the ends of the earth and set foot on the unknown. With Silversea Expeditions, curious travelers looking for something different will be able to explore the wonders of nature, view volcanic plateaus, encounter and admire wildlife, but most […]
Cruising in Lisbon: what to see interesting
Let’s discover Lisbon, Portugal’s capital and main city, with Cruising Journal‘s tips for the perfect visit during a cruise call! Lisbon has a lot to offer, including culture, art and food, and you certainly won’t be able to visit it all in one day, but with our tips you’ll get a great taste of this […]
Swan Hellenic: the culinary and bar offerings on board
Swan Hellenic, a cruise line that specializes in expedition tours, aims not only to “make its guests see what others do not see,” but also to let them “explore a taste of the extraordinary.” Guests, on board the ships, can choose from three distinct dining options, which are: the Swan Restaurant, the Club Lounge, and […]