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Crystal Announces Plans for Four New Ships in 6 Years
During an executive briefing for media and travel agents aboard a short preview cruise of Crystal Serenity, Cristina Levis, CEO of A&K Travel Group, announced that the brand is collaborating with their advisors and financiers to sign a memorandum of understanding with two European shipyards for four new ships. This will include two classic ships […]
Cruise Saudi: the charm of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah and the Al Ahsa Oasis could be the next must-do shore excursions. Damman could soon be the Arabic Gulf’s Southampton and Yanbu its new Tilbury. Or Miami. Two years ago, the Cruise Saudi campaign was officially launched to develop the infrastructure and services required to scale a full-suite cruise market in Saudi Arabia Cruise […]
Havila: Sustainability and Environmental Report
Havila Voyages is actively working to reduce emissions and meet future environmental requirements. “Last year we made history. We were the first cruise line in the world to sail into the Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with zero emissions and zero noise,” says CEO Bent Martini. “This is clear proof and underlines our ambitions. […]
7 things you need to know once onboard
This is it, the long-awaited moment has arrived; finally onboard! And now what? What information do you need to know now that you are on your beautiful cruise ship? Let’s break down the 7 most important things you need to know once you’re onboard! 1. Do you know the ship? Try to get your bearings […]
Silversea Cruises: Delivery of Silver Nova
Silversea is proud to announce that the all-new Silver Nova, the most luxurious and eco-friendly cruise ship ever built, was finally delivered on July 19 in Eemshaven, the Netherlands. Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty joined Silversea President Barbara Muckermann, Meyer Werft executives and other distinguished guests to officially welcome this landmark ship […]
Delivery of Explora I, the first ship of Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys has officially taken delivery of Explora I, marking the official launch of MSC Group’s new luxury brand. The handover ceremony, which took place at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, was attended by the top management of the MSC Group, including Gianluigi Aponte, Founder and Chairman of the MSC Group, Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman […]
Iceland and Greenland with Explora Journeys
Majestic glaciers and icebergs, shimmering fjords and untamed polar bears, seabirds, whales and seals are what Explora Journeys guests can expect to see on cruises in Iceland and Greenland. An Arctic adventure to discover the history and culture of the Nordic countries, sustainable lifestyles and rich wildlife. For those who want to explore far and […]
Costa Favolosa: The Club Cruise 2023 in Norway
The first Club Cruise 2023, Costa Cruises‘ event cruise to discover Norway and the Lofoten Islands, onboard Costa Favolosa, ended a few days ago. A 15-day itinerary that enchanted guests with breathtaking views and stunning unspoiled nature, not to mention special activities and entertainment onboard. Let’s see in detail what happened in the Cruising Journal […]
Hondius: Dutch expedition ship with a familiar touch
Oceanwide Expeditions is established firmly in the expedition cruise market since 1983. Operating a four-ship fleet, their flagship Hondius showcased what expedition cruising is about on a two-day trip across the North Sea from Vlissingen to Aberdeen in June this year. Vlissingen is not the most likely port to embark in for a cruise. Its […]
Methanol as a possible green fuel
Cruising Journal has previously covered traditional fuels, LNG, cold ironing, and hydrogen batteries and fuel cells. Today, we will discuss green methanol as a possible fuel of the future to reduce the environmental impact of cruise ships. It should be remembered that the calorific value of hydrogen is 5 times lower than that of the […]
Silversea: Executive Preview of Silver Nova
On July 11, Jason Liberty, Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO, Richard Fain, Royal Caribbean Group President, and Barbara Muckermann, Silversea President, enjoyed a preview of Silver Nova as it embarked from Eemshaven, the Netherlands. Royal Caribbean executives were welcomed by Meyer Werft CEOs Jan and Bernard Meyer and had the opportunity to enjoy an […]
Costa Cruises launches Costa Voyages
Costa Cruises launches Costa Voyages, a new cruise experience designed to offer a unique experience on long itineraries. With new itineraries, unique entertainment and exceptional cuisine. From September 2023, Costa Voyages will depart from six ships in the fleet: Costa Favolosa, Costa Fortuna, Costa Firenze, Costa Fascinosa, Costa Pacifica and Costa Diadema. With cruises from […]
Ambassador Cruise Line: Ambition Joins the Fleet
Ambition, the second ship to join the Ambassador Cruise Line fleet, was christened in Newcastle on May 11. Built in France in 1999, Ambition has been in service with several cruise lines, most recently Aida Cruises. Ambassador Cruise Line, a British brand that enjoyed great success after the launch of its first ship, Ambience, purchased […]
Seabourn: Submarine Cruise Excursions
Zodiacs and buses are the usual mode of transport for cruise excursions. But Seabourn offers excursions offshore… Underwater! The Seabourn Venture and its sister ship Seabourn Pursuit carry three-man, one pilot, high-tech submersibles to ferry passengers around the undersea world and over the sea floor. Built by Dutch U-boat Worx B.V, the mini-subs have upholstered, […]
A-ROSA Cruises Extends Season 2023-2024
A-ROSA River Cruises is extending the end of the 2023 season and bringing forward the start of the 2024 season on several ships on both the Rhine and Danube. In order to offer an even wider choice of itineraries, the 2023 season will end on January 31, 2024 instead of January 11 as previously planned. […]
Frequent Voyager gets Virginized
I started following Virgin Voyages since its inception, and I appreciate how Virgin manages to differentiate itself. An instant appeal was that VV was not going to try and be all things to all people, as so many lines try to. Instead Virgin would focus on the adult market. Being a married adult with no […]
Swan Hellenic: 2024 Expedition Voyages
Swan Hellenic has unveiled details of its 2024 Expedition Voyages, which will take guests to almost every coast from pole to pole, with iconic expeditions to places never before visited. Explorations span the globe, from the Arctic to Antarctica and the rest of the world, with a choice of 8-day voyages to epic 21-night expeditions, […]
Thurgau Gold: Thurgau Travel’s greenest ship
Thurgau Travel unveiled Europe’s most modern riverboat today in Basel: the MS Thurgau Gold. Leading river cruise operator Thurgau Travel welcomes a new ship to its fleet at a christening ceremony attended by pop star Linda Fäh. Equipped with the latest technology and innovative design, the MS Thurgau Gold will be the most environmentally friendly […]
Silversea Hosts World Premiere of Steve McCurry’s Film
Silversea Cruises recently hosted the world premiere of “McCurry: The Pursuit of Color”, an intimate portrait of Steve McCurry, the brand’s longtime collaborator and one of the world’s most celebrated photographers, on its fleet. The film played onboard the fleet’s 11 ships throughout June, inspiring travelers to love the authentic beauty of the world and […]
Kontiki Expeditions: “M/Y Kontiki Wayra”
What lay in store on an Expedition in Ecuador, a country I had never visited? And come to think of it, a country I knew very little about. Ecuador doesn’t have the high profile of its next-door neighbors, Peru and Colombia. It’s nowhere near the size of Argentina or Brazil. And its Pacific Coast is […]
Swan Hellenic’s Ocean and Water Mission
On Monday, June 26, 2023 Swan Hellenic actively participated in the Ocean Race Grand Finale celebrations in Genoa, Italy. The event, organized by the European Commission and the City of Genoa, launched the joint “Transition Plan” of Mayors with the mission “Restoring our Oceans and Waters by 2030”. The aim is to raise awareness of […]
Aranui announces special offers for summer 2023
Aranui Cruises has announced special promotions for this summer, with 20% discounts on cruises to the Marquesas Islands and a stopover in Bora Bora on the Austral Islands cruise in French Polynesia. For departures from July 1 to August 12, 2023, Aranui Cruises is offering a 20% discount or single supplement reduction and special children’s […]
How to Stay Healthy on a Cruise Ship
You’ve just booked your cabin on an upcoming cruise with recommendations from Cruising Journal, and you couldn’t be more excited to board the ship and enjoy the voyage! As you get ready for your trip, don’t forget to prepare for potential illnesses while on board. When you’re in close contact with so many travelers for […]
CroisiEurope: Around Corsica Cruise
You learn many things in the middle of the Mediterranean on CroisiEurope’s seven-day Grand Corsica Tour cruise. Not least, to show respect to Filipino pina coladas and sangrias made by a barman from Manila called Joel. You develop your “sea legs” long before your “cocktail legs”. Circumnavigating Corsica is an education. You also learn that […]