Cruise Events
Crystal Cruises: News for the trade reservations team
Crystal Cruises has announced significant updates in its global reservations and trade sales operations, providing a more efficient service for all travel partners. As of May 1st, the entire North American trade reservations team is exclusively based at the Miami headquarters, while localized teams are now fully operational in London and Melbourne to support key […] Read more
AMAN: Steel Cutting for the New Yacht
With the steel cutting, which took place in Genoa, the construction of the luxurious motor yacht, Aman at Sea, has begun. The event was marked by the traditional ceremony at the T.Mariotti shipyard. The keel laying is expected to take place this summer, and the official name of the ship will be announced in due […] Read more
Hanseatic Inspiration: Technical Works Completed
After a period at Kaiserdock II at the Lloyd shipyard in Bremerhaven for technical maintenance and repair works to renew the class, the Hanseatic Inspiration has returned to the water with several innovations on board. During the time spent in the shipyard, over 500 crew members, employees of external companies, and shipyard workers worked on […] Read more
Viking River Cruises: Viking Sobek float out
Viking Sobek, the sixth Viking ship to sail on the Nile River with a capacity of 82 guests, has been launched, marking a significant milestone as it touches water for the first time. The ship will set sail in the fall of 2024, joining Viking’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships on the Nile and will […] Read more
Silversea takes delivery of Silver Ray
Silversea took delivery of Silver Ray, the second ship of the innovative Nova class, during a celebration in Eemshaven on May 14. The event was attended by Jason Liberty, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group; Bert Hernandez, President of Silversea; Bernard Meyer, Chairman of Meyer Group; and Bernd Eikens, CEO of Meyer Group; as […] Read more
Scenic: New Features aboard Scenic Eclipse
Scenic Eclipse, the ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht by Scenic Luxury Cruises, has undergone a period of dry dock ahead of its Mediterranean season, bringing enhancements to the Senses Spa and wellness offerings, as well as updates to the Yacht Club. The main highlights include upgrades to the Senses Spa, which have been enhanced to elevate the […] Read more
Sailing into the Future: Seatrade Miami 2024 Highlights
Seatrade stands as the peak event for any business within the maritime industry, representing a must-attend event on every professional’s calendar. Through organized events and publications, Seatrade cultivates a platform where industry leaders and companies converge to network, exchange insights, and unveil groundbreaking innovations shaping the future of the maritime industry. Networking and collaboration are […] Read more
NCL: Norwegian Aqua Launched at Marghera
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) and Fincantieri celebrated the launch of Norwegian Aqua, the first unit of the Prima Plus class, at the Marghera shipyard in Venice. To mark the occasion, signifying the completion of the external works carried out on the ship to prepare it for its scheduled debut in April 2025, two coins were […] Read more
Windstar Cruises Introduces two new ships
Windstar Cruises, renowned for its luxury small-ship voyages, proudly announces the expansion of its fleet with the debut of two all-suite motor yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer. These additions signify Windstar’s commitment to delivering unparalleled experiences for travelers seeking refined luxury and intimate cruising. Christopher Prelog, President of Windstar Cruises, expressed his excitement, stating, […] Read more
Phoenix Reisen: christened MS Amina
Phoenix Reisen welcomes MS Amina into its fleet, the new first-class river ship that sets new standards in the river cruise industry. The ship was christened on the banks of the Rhine in Bonn by Pastor Dieter Scharf in the presence of the godmother Sabine Wagner, part of the Phoenix Reisen team for over 40 […] Read more