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Havila Voyages: A Record-Breaking 2024

In 2024, Havila Voyages reached a significant milestone by presenting its first financial report showing a positive operating result—marking a decisive turning point also in terms of environmental sustainability. After a challenging start, influenced by external factors that delayed both ship delivery and financing, the company finally completed a full year of operations with all […]

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Crystal Cruises: Introducing the Club Nights Show

Crystal Cruises has recently added an exciting innovation to its onboard entertainment offerings: Club Nights, a brand-new musical show designed to reinterpret and modernize the very concept of variety entertainment at sea.  Premiered during the World Cruise aboard Crystal Serenity, this new show will also debut on her sister ship, Crystal Symphony, starting in November […]

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Victory Cruise Lines Revives Tourism in the Great Lakes

Victory Cruise Lines proudly announced the christening of Victory I in Toronto, marking the triumphant return of the company, led by founder and CEO John Waggoner. Less than a year ago, he finalized the purchase of the Victory I and Victory II—two ships specially designed for the Great Lakes—offering an innovative alternative to traditional river and […]

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Tauck: wonders of the East and Lights of the Great North

In 2026, Tauck will further strengthen its commitment to small-ship ocean cruising with two new itineraries of notable cultural and scenic value: Sakura Seas: Japan & South Korea and Arctic Days & Northern Lights.  While one cruise travels through the historical and artistic refinements of East Asia, the other ventures into the icy expanses of […]

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Hanseatic Inspiration: A Unique Antarctic Journey

Hanseatic Inspiration, the state-of-the-art expedition ship by Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, recently completed one of the most spectacular and challenging voyages of our time: a semi-circumnavigation of Antarctica. Departing from Ushuaia, Argentina, on January 28, 2025, the vessel took its guests beyond the Antarctic Circle and across the International Date Line, finally arriving in Christchurch, New Zeal

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TradeWinds Redefines Sustainable Luxury at Sea

TradeWinds is revolutionizing the yachting industry with a clear vision: to merge luxury, comfort, and eco-responsibility in creating unique sailing experiences that respect the environment. Founded with the goal of promoting sustainable tourism and ocean conservation, TradeWinds aims to become a pioneer in ecological innovation within the luxury cruise sector. By 2036, its fleet is […]

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Transcend Cruises: revolution in the B2B market

At the Seatrade Cruise Global event in Miami, Transcend Cruises, a company specializing exclusively in charter-based river cruises, announced the long-awaited names of its first next-generation ships designed for the group-focused B2B market. The two vessels, Transcend Connect and Transcend Evolve, will enter service in 2026, in April and during the second quarter of the […]

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Queen Mary 2 in NYC for the USA’s 250th Anniversary

In 2026, Cunard’s historic luxury flagship, Queen Mary 2, will be at the heart of the celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the United States’ independence, hosting a landmark event in New York Harbor. This prestigious involvement stems from a partnership between Cunard, the renowned British luxury cruise line, and Sail4th 250, the non-profit organization […]

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Crystal Cruises: The Pinnacle of Luxury at Sea

In the world of luxury cruising, Crystal Cruises stands out not only for the comfort and elegance of its ships but also for its continuous commitment to innovation, sustainability, and offering unique, personalized experiences to its guests. Crystal Cruises is redefining the concept of luxury cruising by seamlessly merging technological innovation with tradition, prioritizing sustainability, [&hel

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Oceanwide for Environment: from Adventure to Action

Oceanwide Expeditions is a company specializing in polar cruises, also known for its initiatives aimed at promoting Arctic environmental conservation. One of the most significant activities it offers is beach clean-up in Spitsbergen, an essential operation to preserve the fragile ecosystem of the archipelago and reduce the impact of marine pollution in one of the […]

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Crystal Celebrates 35 Years of Excellence at Sea

For 35 years, Crystal has redefined luxury cruising, offering an unparalleled blend of exquisite service, sophisticated accommodations, and world-class dining experiences. Since its inception, the brand has consistently set new benchmarks in the cruise industry, known for its meticulous attention to detail and its ability to craft personalized and immersive voyages for discerning travelers. To [&h

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Authentic Experiences in Croatia with Thurgau Travel

In the competitive landscape of high-quality tourism, cruises represent one of the most sought-after experiences for those seeking a perfect blend of comfort, exploration, and culture. Thurgau Travel, with its established expertise in river and maritime cruises, offers a unique selection of cruises around islands and along coastlines, designed to satisfy demanding clients in search […]

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Secret Atlas: a unique adventure in Greenland

For the boldest explorers and lovers of unspoiled nature, 2025 promises to be an unmissable year. Secret Atlas, a company specializing in Expedition Micro Cruises, launches an exclusive experience to discover East Greenland: an extraordinary journey reserved for only 12 adventurers, for an authentic and intimate encounter with the Arctic’s wild beauty.  Founded in 2019 […]

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Adventure River Cruises: In the Heart of India

Adventure River Cruises offers the opportunity to explore two of India’s most breathtaking regions: Kerala and Assam. Both destinations promise extraordinary journeys through diverse landscapes rich in culture, natural beauty, and fascinating wildlife. Kerala, often referred to as “God’s Own Country,” is a gem on India’s southwestern coast, offering a harmonious blend of landscapes, culture, [&hel

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Tauck Unveils Two New River Cruise Ships

Tauck has revealed the names of two new vessels that will join its prestigious fleet next year. The company has also released the first images offering a preview of the elegant and refined spaces aboard these new ships, designed to provide an unprecedented travel experience. The new ships, ms Serene and ms Lumière, will sail […]

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Procap and Thurgau Travel: Together for Inclusivity

The Procap Reisen 2025 catalog marks an important step forward in accessible tourism in Switzerland: for the first time, a river cruise has been made accessible to wheelchair travelers. Thanks to the collaboration with Thurgau Travel, this initiative opens up new possibilities for people with reduced mobility, offering a comfortable and barrier-free travel experience aboard […]

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Costa Fascinosa: 20 Years of Music at Sea

From October 4 to 11, 2025, the Costa Fascinosa will host the special 20th-anniversary edition of the Marti-Musik-Kreuzfahrt, an event celebrating two decades of collaboration between Costa Cruises and Marti Reisen.  At the FESPO in Zurich, held from January 30 to February 2, 2025, Marti Reisen and Costa Cruises presented this special cruise, highlighting the […]

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AmaWaterways and Smithsonian: Unique Experiences

AmaWaterways proudly announced a new and prestigious collaboration with Smithsonian Journeys, the travel program of the Smithsonian Institution, renowned for its expertise in organizing authentic and enriching small-group travel experiences. Starting in April 2026, select river cruises on European rivers will offer unique experiences curated by the renowned American institute, which boasts a histo

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Costa Crociere’s Music Cruise 2025

Costa Crociere‘s Music Cruise 2025 concluded with extraordinary success, offering guests a unique experience that combined the allure of sailing with the energy of international music. Departing from the elegant port of Savona on February 8th, the cruise sailed across the Mediterranean with an exclusive itinerary, transforming the Costa Toscana ship into a true floating […]

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AmaWaterways: 2024 Records and 2025 News

Throughout 2024, AmaWaterways has achieved significant results, strengthening its position in the river cruise sector. Among the recognitions received is the “Best River Cruise” award from Cruise Critic.  AmaWaterways continues to develop new travel experiences and support its partners in the tourism sector. With a 31% increase in bookings compared to the previous year, 2025 […]

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Princess Cruises Celebrates 60 Years of Sailing

Princess Cruises announces the nostalgic Diamond Anniversary voyage celebrating 60 years of sailing. It will be a magnificent anniversary cruise to the Mexican Riviera, recreating the first-ever voyage, with the Mexican group “The Temptations” joining the celebration. Princess Cruises, known worldwide as “The Love Boat,” is celebrating six decades of dream vacations and happiness for […]

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AmaWaterways Appoints Catherine Powell as President

AmaWaterways has announced a significant evolution in its executive leadership with the appointment of Catherine Powell as the new President, now joining co-founders Rudi Schreiner and Kristin Karst. This strategic decision marks an important step in the company’s growth as it continues to strengthen its position in the luxury cruise market through innovation and service […]

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Windstar Cruises and Stitch Lab Celebrate Women

Windstar Cruises has recently concluded a partnership with Stitch Lab, an innovative platform aimed at promoting Latin American fashion designers, to celebrate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month. This event highlighted the achievements of women in the fashion world, offering participants a series of experiences that embraced travel, art, culture, and the connection between [&helli

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Silver Ray embarks on inaugural Grand Voyages

Silversea’s newest luxury ship, Silver Ray, officially embarked on its first Grand Voyage on January 20th, departing from Fort Lauderdale. This epic 71-day expedition will take guests on a complete circumnavigation of South America, highlighting its cultural, natural, and culinary wonders. The journey began with a special Bon Voyage dinner on January 19th at the […]

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