Cruise Events
Crystal: Financing Secured for two next-generation ships
Crystal has officially finalized an ECA-backed financing agreement guaranteed by SACE for the construction of its first two next-generation cruise ships. The deal marks a decisive turning point in the company’s fleet expansion program, further solidifying its position among the elite players in the global cruise market. The operation was led by a consortium of major […] Read more
Oceanwide Expeditions Arctic 2025 season begins
Oceanwide Expeditions 2025 Arctic season is underway, with all four expedition vessels, m/v Hondius, m/v Plancius, m/v Ortelius, and s/v Rembrandt van Rijn, operating in Svalbard, Greenland, and the pack ice of the Arctic Ocean. This follows a restocking, upgrading, and maintenance period in their home port of Vlissingen, the Netherlands. In preparation for the […] Read more
Scenic Celebrates Bastille Day with Included Stays
Scenic invites travelers to celebrate Bastille Day in style with an exclusive, limited-time offer that transforms an already unforgettable river cruise in France into a complete and immersive experience. By booking a Scenic cruise for 2026, guests can enjoy a complimentary one-night stay—either before or after the cruise—in one of France’s most iconic cities: Bordeaux, Lyon, […] Read more
Monfalcone: TUI Cruises’ New Green Ship Launched
On May 30th, at the historic Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, the Mein Schiff Flow was officially launched. This vessel is the second next-generation cruise ship commissioned by TUI Cruises and is the sister ship of Mein Schiff Relax, which was delivered last February. The launch marks another significant step toward a cruise industry that is […] Read more
Msc Magnifica: Debuting the Exclusive Msc Yacht Club
MSC Cruises is preparing to write a new chapter in its history of innovation and hospitality, announcing a major refurbishment for one of its most beloved ships: MSC Magnifica. Starting summer 2026, the ship will host, for the first time, the exclusive MSC Yacht Club — MSC’s award-winning all-inclusive luxury cruise concept. This significant upgrade […] Read more
The International Tourism Fair of Berlin 2025
The ITB Berlin is considered one of the most important trade fairs in the tourism sector, and naturally, cruises also play a central role. At the beginning of March, I was there for two days to gain inspiring insights into the future of travel. My focus was on the cruise stands in Hall 25 and […] Read more
Viking Launches Thoth, the New Nile River Ship
Viking Cruises has reached another major milestone in its ambitious expansion project in Egypt with the recent float-out of the Viking Thoth, the newest addition to its prestigious river fleet. With a traditional ceremony held at the Massara shipyard in Cairo, the new ship officially touched water for the first time, marking a crucial phase […] Read more
Margaritaville at Sea: The New Casino Loyalty Program
Margaritaville at Sea has recently revolutionized the onboard gaming experience with the launch of its brand-new casino loyalty program—an offering without precedent in the cruise industry. Designed to satisfy both passionate high-rollers and casual players alike, this program allows guests to earn rewards and benefits faster and more easily than with any other cruise line. The […] Read more
Crystal Cup: Where Golf Meets Luxury at Sea
Crystal has announced the launch of the Crystal Cup, an elite golf tournament created in partnership with Troon, the world leader in golf course management. This exclusive event offers a perfect blend of luxury travel and high-level sport, culminating in a grand finale in October 2025 at the prestigious Sea Island Golf Club on St. […] Read more
Azamara Launches “Destination Immersion Elevated”
Azamara Voyages is raising the bar with a revolutionary initiative designed to redefine the concept of immersive travel: it’s called “Destination Immersion Elevated,” and it is much more than a simple expansion of the existing offerings. Destination Immersion Elevated is a bold declaration of intent, an ambitious project aimed at transforming every port of call into […] Read more