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Crystal Symphony returns to service
Crystal Symphony, one of the jewels of the luxury cruise industry, has officially returned to service after an extensive refurbishment. Following its acquisition by A&K Travel Group last summer, the second of Crystal Cruises‘ two units has undergone a transformation that promises to redefine the standards of luxury cruising. The refurbishment operations have encompassed a […]
Miray Cruises Presents “Dive Around the World”
Miray Cruises, known for its long voyages around the world and the innovative cruise concept promoted by Life at Sea Cruises, has announced an unprecedented initiative for its upcoming three-year global cruise. In collaboration with The Dive Place in Clermont, Florida, and Scuba Diving International (SDI), Miray Cruises will offer an exclusive program called ‘Dive […]
Havila: modern and sustainable cruise in Norway
The Norwegian mail ship route, also known as Hurtigruten worldwide, got new dynamics in December 2021. In addition to the ships of the Hurtigruten AS shipping company, another shipping company, Havila Capella of Havila Kystruten AS (marketed internationally as Havila Voyages), will start official operation of the regular service between Bergen in the south and […]
Explora Journeys: cruises in the heart of Canada
For travelers seeking an adventure in the heart of Canada amidst breathtaking landscapes, rugged coastlines, evergreen forests, history, and traditions, not to mention the bustling pace of New York, Explora Journeys offers a tailor-made itinerary to explore the culture of Quebec, the Canadian fjords, and New Amsterdam. The journey, following in the footsteps of French […]
Viking Cruises: Naming Ceremony for Viking Aton
Architect and designer Richard Riveire is the godfather of the new Viking Aton, the twin of the Viking Osiris, dedicated to Nile River cruises. The naming ceremony of Viking Cruises‘ new vessel took place in Aswan, Egypt, and is aimed at expanding the company’s availability of itineraries in the region. The godfather, Richard Riveire, who […]
Swan Hellenic to the Northernmost Point of the Earth
The Arctic is a highly captivating destination, accessed and explored by pioneers, polar scientists, as well as those with an insatiable desire to travel. Swan Hellenic offers unique voyages aboard its polar-class ships to the Arctic Circle and the midnight sun, providing an adventure to uncover the magic and remote frozen waters of this region, […]
Seabourn Pursuit Sets Sail on Its Inaugural Voyage
Seabourn Pursuit, Seabourn‘s second ultra-luxury expedition ship, embarked on its maiden journey and welcomed its first guests on board on Saturday, August 12, 2023, with an eight-day itinerary from La Valletta, Malta, to Rome. “For 10 years, we have provided engaging expedition experiences with our team of experts, and now we have two cutting-edge ultra-luxury […]
Silver Nova Sets Sail on its Inaugural Journey
Silver Nova, the first ship of the Nova class and the twelfth vessel in Silversea‘s ultra-luxury fleet, has embarked on its inaugural journey from Venice, Italy. With a seven-day itinerary traversing the Adriatic, it will make stops at Piran, Slovenia; Zadar, Dubrovnik, Split, and Rovinj in Croatia; and Kotor, Montenegro. “Silver Nova revolutionizes ultra-luxury cruising […]
Crystal Symphony successfully completes sea trials
Crystal Symphony, the second ship by Crystal to resume operations following the recent return of Crystal Serenity, has successfully completed sea trials in anticipation of its inaugural cruise from Athens, Greece, on September 1st. Currently in the final stages of an extensive refurbishment at the Fincantieri shipyard in Trieste, Italy, the ship carried a full […]
Crystal: The 2025 World Cruise aboard Crystal Serenity
Crystal Cruises has announced the opening of sales, starting from August 30, 2023, for the 2025 World Cruise aboard Crystal Serenity. The 123-night journey includes visits to more than 31 countries, 62 ports, and 17 overnights with unparalleled onshore excursions, pre- and post-tours. “We are immensely proud of the itinerary for our 2025 World Cruise […]
Silver Nova: Senior Officers Onboard
On August 14th, Silver Nova will embark its first passengers for its inaugural cruise departing from Venice. Silversea Cruises has announced the lineup of its expert senior officers for what will be one of the most environmentally-conscious cruise ships ever built. Silver Nova will visit many of the Adriatic’s most iconic destinations in seven days, […]
Emerald Sakara Embarks on Inaugural Cruise
Emerald Cruises‘ second luxury vessel, Emerald Sakara, set sail from Piraeus port on August 5 for its sold-out inaugural cruise against the captivating backdrop of ancient Athens. The following morning, its twin ship, Emerald Azzurra, officially welcomed it to the fleet as both ships embarked on a picturesque journey through the Corinth Canal. Under the […]
Norwegian Viva delivered to Norwegian Cruise Line
The cutting-edge vessel by Norwegian Cruise Line is now officially part of the fleet, following its delivery to the operator on August 3rd. This marks the nineteenth addition to NCL’s fleet and the second ship in the groundbreaking Prima Class, built at the acclaimed Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy. This historic event heralds the arrival […]
Celebrity Cruises wins 18 Wine Spectator Awards
The cruise company is undoubtedly among the most frequent winners of the prestigious “Best Of Awards of Excellence,” thanks to its various restaurants spread across the fleet. Celebrity Cruises has been honored for its outstanding wine program in Wine Spectator’s 2023 Restaurant Awards, which celebrate the world’s best restaurants for their wine offerings. Celebrity was […]
Costa Cruises: Costa Diadema is back at sea
Cruise number 61 Costa Cruises – Costa Diadema 10th June to 17th June 2023 Cabin number: 11008 – Forward ship , Deck -11 : Samsara Grand Suite Total pax : 3810 , Crew : 1230 : Decks : 20 Cruise for 7 nights. Ports of Call : Marseille , Savona , Civitavecchia (Rome) , At […]
Two sisters will be the godmothers of Celebrity Ascent
Celebrity Cruises has revealed the godmothers of Celebrity Ascent, the new ship that will join the fleet in the next month of November. Sandy Yawn, known for her appearance on the famous Bravo TV series “Below Deck,” along with her sister Michelle Dunham, founder of the Jacksonville School for Autism (JSA), have been selected as […]
Emerald Sun: Enchantment on the Eastern Danube
While most Danube Cruises start or end in Budapest, Emerald goes all the way to Bucharest. This remarkable 9-day itinerary was flawlessly executed by Emerald Cruises and the crew of Emerald Sun. From beginning to end, it was an extraordinary experience. Exploring countries that recently gained independence from Soviet dominance and witnessing the battle scars […]
AmaWaterways celebrates Digital Nomad Day
The renowned luxury river cruise company, AmaWaterways, celebrates the occasion with a series of exclusive early season itineraries. Embracing the growing trend of “digital nomadism,” AmaWaterways celebrates Digital Nomad Day on August 8th with a special focus on its 2024 early season cruises, starting in February on the Rhine and Danube rivers. These special cruises […]
Explora I sets sail for its inaugural voyage
Explora I, the first ship of the Explora Journeys fleet, has begun its inaugural journey with a seven-night cruise that will take guests through the majestic landscapes of Lerwick in the Shetland Islands and Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands before heading towards Reykjavik, Iceland. The journey has been designed to emphasize the company’s “Ocean State […]
Ponant: Cruise to the North Pole
The North Pole is on everyone’s bucket list. But few of us get anywhere near. Mainly because of the faff of getting there, the fear of getting lost in a ferocious snowstorm and of dying of frostbite or from a haymaker of a left hook from a 1500 pound, 10’ tall polar bear. And coming […]
Scenic Eclipse II: Helicopter Adventures in the Kimberley
Offering the most extensive helicopter program in the Kimberley region, Scenic Eclipse II will set a new benchmark for ultra-luxury cruises in 2024. Being the only ship in the region with two helicopters on board, it will allow for unparalleled exploration in one of the wildest and most remote destinations in the world. Starting from […]
Havila Polaris and Havila Pollux Delivered
On Tuesday, August 1st, the coastal cruise ships Havila Polaris and Havila Pollux were officially handed over to Havila Voyages during a ceremony at the Tersan Shipyard in Turkey. “A milestone for the company,” says CEO Bent Martini. On Tuesday afternoon Turkish time, the Norwegian flag and the flag of Havila Voyages were finally hoisted […]
Costa: Club Cruise to Explore Morocco and Tunisia
Following the success of the first cruise dedicated to C|Club members, Costa Cruises is launching a new journey to discover the flavors of the Mediterranean, with exclusive experiences specially designed for guests enrolled in the loyalty program. This unmissable event-vacation will last for two weeks, departing from Savona on September 23, 2023, aboard Costa Favolosa, […]
AIDA Cruises with National Geographic: New Excursions
AIDA Cruises, the market leader in the German cruise segment, has introduced new half-day and full-day excursions in selected regions for the summer of 2023 and winter 2023/2024. The National Geographic Day Tours, specially designed by National Geographic curators, focus on education and sustainable tourism. “For many guests, unforgettable and responsible vacation experiences are essential [&helli