Onboard Services
The look of Explora I’s Ocean Residence and Penthouse
Explora Journeys, MSC Group’s luxury travel and lifestyle brand, has unveiled the look of the Ocean Residence and Ocean Penthouse of EXPLORA I, the first of six ships in its luxury fleet to depart Southampton, UK, on July 17, 2023. Explora Journeys has worked meticulously to ensure that guests have a sumptuous yet intimate experience […] Read more
Swan Hellenic: on board with scientists
Swan Hellenic offers its guests expedition cruises to the polar regions aboard its newest expedition ships, recognising that exploring these regions of the planet is a rare privilege. This is because ecologically sensitive parts of the world face enormous daily challenges due to climate change. Scientific research is therefore crucial, both for the future of […] Read more
NCL: Meet The Winemakers 2023 Series
Norwegian Cruise Line has revealed the exciting lineup of its popular “Meet the Winemaker” series which returns for its seventh year with new experiences featuring Emma Walker, Master Blenderat Johnnie Walker and will also be hosted for the first time by Norwegian Prima. The Meet the Winemaker series offers wine enthusiasts and foodies the exclusive […] Read more
Oceanwide Expeditions: Ortelius guests map an Antarctic bay
Last December, the guides and guests of the Ortelius, a ship in the fleet of Oceanwide Expeditions, mapped an area around the largest of the Guyou Islands in Flanders Bay, northwest of Antarctica. Since 1898, this area had been charted only three times, but previous mappings were very approximate. This activity was carried out using […] Read more
Explora Journeys: the “Journey Together Gatherings”
Explora Journeys announces the creation of another group travel program designed to expand travel opportunities dedicated to groups of friends or family members. The new program, Journey Together Gatherings, joins the two Journey Together programs already launched. With the Journey Together Gatherings program, by booking at least three or a maximum of four suites, including […] Read more
Cruise ships toward zero impact in 2050
In recent years, there has been no shortage of controversy over pollution from cruise ships. This is because large passenger ships are always under the media magnifying glass, even though the cruise industry is the most virtuous sector of shipping in terms of environmental protection. Other types of vessels are the ones that pollute the […] Read more
Silver Nova: details of public areas
Silversea Cruises has revealed details about the public areas of Silver Nova, which will launch in August 2023, including the largest range of bars, lounges and restaurants of any ultra-luxury cruise ship. The 728-passenger Silver Nova will have 10 bars and lounges, eight restaurants, and a number of additional areas, presenting a completely new design […] Read more
NCL announces new “Experiences at Sea” division
Norwegian Cruise Line announces “Experiences at Sea,” the new division formed by the merger of Sixthman Festivals at Sea, a subsidiary of NCL, and the Company’s CM&I division, which will host 13 consecutive events in the spring of 2023 providing unique and engaging adventures at sea. The company’s CM&I team has already been recognized for […] Read more
Explora Journeys: suites as “houses by the sea”
Explora Journeys offers luxury, space and comfort aboard its ships through suites created with refined elegance and simplicity supporting the concept of “Home at Sea.” Suites, designed to create a connection with the ocean, boast floor areas from 35sqm up to 280sqm and all have their own spacious terrace, outdoor dining area and large windows […] Read more
Explora Journeys: partnership with Steinway & Sons
Explora Journeys, a luxury cruise line, has announced its partnership with Steinway & Sons, the world’s finest handcrafted grand piano company. Just yesterday, at a joint event at Steinway Hall in New York, the company announced that “A Celebratory Journey” will begin on October 3, 2023. As guests travel from Québec to New York, four […] Read more