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Cunard's 2027 World Voyages: Two Ships, Two Journeys Around the Globe

Cunard's Queen Anne and Queen Victoria depart Southampton on the same day in January 2027 for two very different journeys around the globe — one a 90-night South America voyage timed to Rio Carnival and Machu Picchu, the other a 109-night full circumnavigation taking in Hong Kong, Sydney and Cape Town — backed by more than 590 curated shore experiences.

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Star Clippers Brings the Art of the Atlantic Crossing Back in 2027

In 2027, Star Clippers will offer four Atlantic crossings aboard Star Clipper and Star Flyer, combining long days under sail, intimate onboard life and a slower way of travelling between Europe and the Caribbean.

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Beyond the Mega-Ports: Emerald's Different Side of the Caribbean

This winter, Emerald Cruises & Tours trades crowded terminals and mega-ships for a fleet of intimate yachts built to reach the Caribbean's hidden coves and boutique islands — with a Marina Platform that lets guests swim straight off the boat, and itineraries running from the Virgin Islands to Martinique and Saint Barthélemy.

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Aqua Lares Returns to Seychelles & Tanzania

Following a successful debut season in Svalbard and the Arctic, Aqua Expeditions' superyacht Aqua Lares heads back to East Africa this November — trading polar bears and glaciers for giant tortoises, whale sharks, and coral walls across five- to fourteen-night voyages through Seychelles and Zanzibar.

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Christmas on the Rhine & Danube: Scenic and Emerald's 2026–27 Festive Sailings

Scenic and Emerald Cruises have unveiled four new festive river itineraries for 2026, tracing the Rhine, Main and Danube through Europe's most storied Christmas markets — from Strasbourg's 400-year-old Christkindelsmärik to private concerts in Austrian abbeys and German palaces. Guests unpack once and wake up in a new holiday postcard each morning.

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From the Kimberley to Easter Island: Silversea's 77-Day Pacific Crossing

Silversea's Silver Cloud has set out on the most ambitious voyage of her 2026 calendar: 77 days, 57 destinations, 11 countries, from the tidal wilderness of Australia's Kimberley coast to the volcanic isolation of Pitcairn and Easter Island. It's an itinerary built less around ticking off ports than around giving guests something cruising rarely offers — enough time to actually inhabit the places it visits.

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Riverside Luxury Cruises: The Fascinating Rhine and Moselle in One Extraordinary Journey

From Basel to Amsterdam, through France, Germany and the enchanting landscapes of the Moselle: an 11-day itinerary combining major cultural cities, picturesque villages, Roman history, wine traditions and the comfort of a luxury river cruise.

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Scenic Group: A Preview of the 2028 River Cruise Season

Scenic Group looks ahead to 2028 with an enhanced programme of river cruises and land journeys, designed to offer more immersive experiences, longer stays and new combinations of cruising and exploration across Europe’s leading destinations.

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Emerald Kaia through the Seychelles, Tanzania and Kenya

In November 2026, Emerald Kaia will take guests on a 13-day journey through the Seychelles, Tanzania, and Kenya.

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Luxury Hotel Barges Offer a Different Way to Cruise Europe

Luxury hotel barges continue to carve out a unique niche within the European cruise market. Through seasonal itineraries, exclusive wine and culinary experiences, and immersive journeys across France, Italy and beyond, European Waterways is showcasing why slow cruising remains one of the continent's most rewarding travel experiences.

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Discovering the White Continent with Scenic Luxury Cruises

Scenic Eclipse invites travellers to discover Antarctica through a unique blend of exploration, luxury, and unforgettable encounters with the pristine wilderness of the White Continent.

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Scenic Eclipse II returns to Australia, Asia and the Pacific

Scenic Group has unveiled the new 2028-29 program for Scenic Eclipse II, bringing its Discovery Yacht back to the waters of Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the South Pacific following the success of the 2024 and 2025 seasons. The new collection combines expedition cruises, bespoke land journeys and new opportunities for discovery, featuring itineraries that […]

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Scenic Ikon takes centre stage in the 2028-29 Collection

Scenic Group is looking to the future with the launch of its new 2028–2029 itinerary collection for the Scenic Discovery Yachts, a program spanning Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Americas, and marking the official debut of Scenic Ikon. The new Scenic Ikon will enter service in April 2028, joining Scenic Eclipse and Scenic Eclipse II and […]

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Scenic and Emerald Unveil Their Christmas Itineraries

Every year, as the holiday season approaches, Europe is transformed into a captivating winter wonderland where tradition, history, and the magic of Christmas come together to create a truly unforgettable experience. The squares of medieval towns are filled with the aromas of freshly baked gingerbread, roasted chestnuts, and seasonal delicacies, while thousands of twinkling lights […]

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Port Charlottetown: Growth, Innovation & Sustainability

In today’s cruise industry landscape, destinations are playing an increasingly central and strategic role. They are no longer simple ports of call along an itinerary, but active partners to cruise lines in creating authentic, sustainable experiences capable of generating shared value. A port’s competitiveness is now measured by the quality of its infrastructure, the strength […]

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In the Heart of Viviers with Riverside Luxury Cruises

In the high-end river cruise sector, Riverside Luxury Cruises has distinguished itself through a travel philosophy that places not only onboard comfort at its core, but above all the authentic discovery of destinations. The company’s elegant ships sail along some of Europe’s most fascinating rivers, offering itineraries that combine luxury hospitality, refined gastronomy, and exclusive […]

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Along the Danube with Riverside Luxury Cruises

There is a moment in summer when time seems to slow down, and the journey becomes more important than the destination. It is precisely in this spirit that “Pearls of the Danube” takes shape—a luxury cruise that sails through some of Europe’s most fascinating cities, from Passau to Vienna, following the elegant and winding course […]

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Treasures of the Danube with Riverside Luxury Cruises

Fifteen days, four countries, and one of the most comprehensive river cruising experiences on the Danube available today. With “Austria’s Danube Treasures Plus Germany, Slovakia & Hungary,” Riverside Luxury Cruises delivers an itinerary that goes far beyond the traditional concept of river cruising, offering guests the rarest luxury of all: time. Designed for those able […]

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Scenic Aura debuts on the Hooghly River

Scenic Group has announced the launch of a new program dedicated to India and Sri Lanka for the 2027–2028 season, introducing luxury river cruises on the Hooghly River for the first time thanks to the arrival of the boutique vessel Scenic Aura. Starting in October 2027, the vessel, which will accommodate a maximum of 44 […]

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EUROPA: Between spectacular gardens and landscapes

With the arrival of the gardening season, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises introduces the “Parks & Garden” format aboard EUROPA, inviting guests to discover some of the world’s most extraordinary gardens and botanical landscapes during the 2026 and 2027 seasons. Through the “Parks & Garden” concept, the small luxury ship EUROPA becomes a refined platform for exploration dedicated […]

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Star Clippers: new routes in the Aegean Sea

The Greek islands remain among the most loved destinations in the Mediterranean, but the way of discovering them is changing. More and more travelers are looking for itineraries far from mass tourism, with slower rhythms and authentic atmospheres. It is from this idea that Star Clippers’ new 2027 program was born, the company specialized in […]

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Riverside Luxury Cruises: The Southern France charm

There is a special way to discover southern France: drifting gently along the waters of the Rhône and Saône rivers, passing through vineyards, historic towns, and landscapes that seem to have stepped out of an Impressionist painting. The “French Salut: Avignon to Lyon” itinerary offers an 8-day, 7-night journey through culture, gastronomy, and traditions, taking […]

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Crystal Serenity: The New Wellness at Sea Retreat

In the landscape of contemporary luxury cruising, the concept of wellness is taking on an increasingly central role, evolving from a simple onboard amenity into a true travel philosophy. This vision is reflected in Crystal’s new Wellness at Sea Retreat 2026, an exclusive itinerary aboard Crystal Serenity that combines ocean sailing, Atlantic destinations, and an immersive […]

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Star Seeker: Inaugural Alaska Season

The inaugural summer season of Star Seeker in Alaska has just begun, and Windstar Cruises has officially opened early bookings for the yacht’s 2028 sailings. The 2028 Alaska season will feature a variety of itineraries designed around convenient one-week vacations, with departures and returns from Juneau, one of Alaska’s most iconic destinations. A total of […]

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