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Clipper Stad Amsterdam Launches Autumn Sailings and Copenhagen Youth Voyage
This autumn, Clipper Stad Amsterdam combines coastal day sails, a voyage to London and a five-day youth sailing experience from Copenhagen, where participants aged 15 to 25 can learn the fundamentals of traditional tall-ship sailing.
Nature as Teacher: Hapag-Lloyd's Arctic "Young Explorers"
On select Arctic sailings to Iceland, Svalbard and Greenland, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises' "Young Explorers" program puts children aged 10 to 17 face to face with polar science — plankton under the microscope, glaciers up close, and, with luck, a walrus or two. With 19 departures scheduled through 2028, it's a bet that expedition cruising's youngest guests deserve more than a scaled-down version of the adult itinerary.
Crystal brings wellness to sea with new retreat voyages
Fitness, nutrition, mindfulness & longevity will take centre stage across four dedicated wellness itineraries aboard Crystal Serenity and Symphony in 2027.
The Solar Eclipse Seen from the Sea: When a Cruise Becomes a Privileged Viewing Point
The 2026 total solar eclipse transformed the sky into a spectacular natural phenomenon, prompting several cruise lines to chase totality and turn the voyage into an extraordinary astronomical experience.
TradeWinds Explores Panama’s Caribbean Islands
TradeWinds Luxury Vacations is introducing an all-inclusive catamaran journey through Panama’s Bocas del Toro archipelago, combining secluded beaches, protected marine environments, wildlife encounters and local culture in a flexible small-yacht experience designed for no more than 10 guests.
Century Vision: the Yangtze Through Luxury and Culture
Century Vision ushers in a new era of river cruising on the Yangtze, with its debut scheduled for September 2026. Designed to combine contemporary elegance, generous spaces, comfort, and technology, the new flagship of Century Cruises transforms a journey along China’s great river into an experience that goes far beyond a traditional cruise: an immersive […]
Explora Journeys takes delivery of Explora III
Explora Journeys has celebrated the entry into service of Explora III, the third ship of the luxury brand of the MSC Group, delivered by Fincantieri at its Sestri Ponente shipyard in Genoa. The ceremony was attended by numerous civil and institutional authorities, including Marco Bucci, President of the Liguria Region; Silvia Salis, Mayor of Genoa; […]
Emerald Cruises: a river cruise for Latin American guests
Emerald Cruises & Tours is expanding its offering for the Latin American market with Emerald Culturas: Sensations of Lyon & Provence, an exclusive eight-day Rhône River cruise created specifically for Spanish and Portuguese-speaking guests. Departing on April 3, 2027, the itinerary combines the charm of Provence, the excellence of French gastronomy, and the comfort of onboard […]
Emerald Cruises: the float out of Emerald Lumi
Emerald Cruises & Tours celebrated the ceremonial float out of Emerald Lumi, the new Star-Ship set to inaugurate a new era of river cruising on the Seine. The ship touched the water for the first time at the shipyard in Romania, marking a symbolic and significant milestone on the journey towards her inaugural season in […]
GigSky launches the new “Messaging + Essentials” plan
Today, having a connection while traveling is no longer just a convenience, but a real necessity. Sending a message as soon as you land, checking a booking, calling a ride through an app, finding directions, or quickly translating a sentence have become standard needs for any modern traveler. It is precisely from these practical needs […]
Mercy Ships: A Cargo of Hope and Healing at Sea
In the global maritime world, ships are often associated with travel, leisure, and exploration. Yet beyond the horizon of cruising lies a different and powerful use of the sea, one that transforms vessels into platforms of humanitarian impact. Mercy Ships stands at the heart of this mission, using hospital ships to bring life-changing medical care […]
Century Star Leaves the Shipyard
The new and elegant Century Star has left the shipyard fully in line with the schedule and is now undergoing the final outfitting stages ahead of her inaugural voyage, scheduled for 18 September 2026 on the Budapest–Passau itinerary. In preparation for the official debut, a series of pre-inaugural cruises will begin on 11 August, during […]
Royal Caribbean: The Debut of Legend of the Seas
Royal Caribbean has officially unveiled Legend of the Seas, the third ship in the groundbreaking Icon Class, which set sail from Málaga on June 29 for an exclusive inaugural preview cruise. The celebration featured a spectacular fireworks display marking the arrival of the new flagship into the fleet and the beginning of its journey toward its […]
Royal Caribbean forms a solidarity partnership
Ahead of the European debut of the new Legend of the Seas, scheduled for July 2026, Royal Caribbean has announced a partnership with the Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity. The collaboration will accompany the onboard debut of the famous Broadway musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and will be aimed at raising funds to support […]
Scenic Cruises celebrates America’s 250th anniversary
On the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the United States and also to celebrate the company’s 40th anniversary, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours invites guests to experience American history from a unique perspective: by sea. Departing in October 2026, the exclusive Chairman’s Voyage: America’s 250th Anniversary Cruise aboard Scenic Eclipse will follow the eastern […]
TUI Cruises celebrates the baptism of Mein Schiff Flow
Accompanied by a spectacular ceremony and an impressive stage production, Mein Schiff Flow, the second vessel of the InTUItion class, was christened in Trieste during an evening full of emotions. Amid the applause of thousands of guests, the champagne bottle shattered against the bow of Mein Schiff Flow, officially marking the entry of the new […]
Emerald Cruises: Emerald Kaia Christened in Venice
Emerald Kaia has officially been christened in Venice, marking the arrival of the third yacht in Emerald Cruises’ growing fleet of luxury yachts. The ceremony, held at the San Basilio terminal, offered an exclusive and particularly evocative Venetian experience, as Emerald Cruises is among the few operators able to reach Venice’s historic city centre directly […]
Palermo Celebrates 30 Years of MedCruise
The 68th General Assembly of MedCruise, the Association of Mediterranean Cruise Ports, has concluded in Palermo, marking a particularly significant milestone this year: the 30th anniversary of the Association’s foundation. From June 9 to 12, 2026, the Sicilian capital welcomed more than 240 participants from around the world, including representatives of member ports, cruise lines, […]
Century Cruises Welcomes Century Star to Its Fleet
Century Cruises has taken a major step forward in its international expansion strategy with the delivery of Century Star, the company’s first vessel specifically designed for the European river cruise market. The ship was officially delivered by Dutch shipbuilder Concordia Damen, marking the Chinese brand’s entry into Europe’s inland waterways. After establishing a strong presence […]
Royal Caribbean Officially Welcomes Legend OTS
After nearly two years of construction at the Meyer Turku shipyard, Legend of the Seas has officially joined the Royal Caribbean fleet, marking another step forward in the evolution of the Icon Class lineup, designed to deliver the ultimate family vacation experiences. This significant milestone was celebrated with a legendary ceremony hosted by Royal Caribbean […]
Costa unveils its new 2027 itinerary concepts
Starting from summer 2027, Costa Crociere will introduce a new evolution of its Sea & Land Wonder Platform, with itineraries developed around thematic concepts that combine destinations, onshore experiences and navigation moments designed to highlight specific natural and cultural settings. According to the company, this new approach stems from the growing demand for travel characterized […
Star Flyer Reaches the Heart of Egypt
The Port of Alexandria, along with other Egyptian ports, is preparing to welcome the luxurious tall ship Star Flyer by Star Clippers on June 26, as part of an extraordinary Suez Canal crossing linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea through some of the country’s most iconic ports. The ship’s arrival once again confirms […]
NCL: New Water Park Opening in September
The grand opening of Norwegian Cruise Line’s brand-new Great Tides Waterpark is scheduled for September 4, 2026, during a seven-day Caribbean cruise aboard the Norwegian Luna. The park is nearly complete and will be located on Great Stirrup Cay, the cruise line’s private island in the Bahamas. Since early June, guests have already been able […]
Emerald Cruises: The Christening of Emerald Astra
Emerald Cruises & Tours officially christened the new Emerald Astra in Amsterdam on 31 May 2026, marking an important milestone in the expansion of its European river cruise fleet. The event represents a significant step for the brand, which continues to strengthen its presence along the continent’s major waterways, including the Rhine, Main, and Danube […]