Crystal Cruises Announces Voluntourism Adventures For 2019

Continuing its tremendously popular “You Care. We Care.” voluntourism adventures into the new year, Crystal is unveiling more than two dozen voluntourism experiences for its 2019 ocean voyages. Offered on most Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity sailings, as well as select Crystal Esprit itineraries in the West Indies, the complimentary excursions invite both guests and crew members to give their time…

Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Recreation And Entertainment Line-Up For Norwegian Encore

Today at the Meyer Werft shipyard, Norwegian Cruise Line, the innovator in cruising, held an unforgettable keel laying ceremony for Norwegian Encore, unveiling the award-winning entertainment line-up and leading recreational amenities scheduled for the ship’s fall 2019 debut. Following the major construction milestone and maritime tradition of embedding a “commemorative coin” within the keel blocks…

To River Cruise, Or Not To River Cruise: That Is The Question

River cruising is more popular than ever before, but is it really for me? I’m still not entirely sure, but I am open to the possibility of experiencing a new way to travel by water. To river cruise, or not to river cruise: that is the question. What is it about the river cruise experience…

100 Days Until The Launch Of MSC Bellissima

The 100 day countdown to the launch of MSC Bellissima began today with the new MSC Cruises flagship to be named in Southampton, UK on 2nd March 2019, and I’m excited to say that I’ll be there for her christening. With a maximum capacity of 5,686 guests and gross tonnage of 171,598, MSC Bellissima will be the biggest ship to…

Mini-Cruise Highlights From Saga Sapphire

Saga Sapphire is one of my favourite ships, she ticks all the right boxes and a few extras. She’s a home-from-home for many people and that was evident on my recent cruise, when I disembarked in Southampton and over 100 other people stayed onboard to sail to the Canaries. I’m used to spending at least…

Celebrity Edge Arrives In Port Everglades

The game-changing Celebrity Edge has officially arrived at the new home of modern luxury – Port Everglades’ Terminal 25 (T25) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida – following the ship’s first-ever, 15-day transatlantic crossing. Chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., Richard D. Fain, said: “The arrival of Celebrity Edge today book-ends a major chapter in the growth of Celebrity…

Saga Reveals Spirit Of Adventure’s ‘Separate Identity’

Second new ship to feature ‘bold and adventurous’ style plus a Nepalese speciality restaurant inspired by Gurkha heritage New artist’s impressions of Saga Cruises’ second new ship Spirit of Adventure which launches in summer 2020 reveal a confident, bold and adventurous style – with a selection of speciality restaurants including Khukuri House, a restaurant serving a modern take…

Windstar Cruises To Stretch Star Class Vessels In $250 Million Refurbishment

Windstar Cruises has announced the $250 Million Star Plus Initiative, a major investment and expansion for the innovative cruise company. The multi-million dollar, multi-year undertaking will impact and enhance all aspects of the guest experience for the highly awarded small ship cruise line’s three Star Class vessels. The initiative will expand guest accommodations on the boutique line’s…

American Queen Steamboat Company Acquires Victory Cruise Lines

The American Queen Steamboat continues to show its regality on the water as it acquires Victory Cruise Lines to expand its offering. The company acquisition is likely to be finalised in January 2019, with an as of now undisclosed amount exchanging hands for the brand. The company has announced that Victory will remain as a…

Hurtigruten’s MS Richard With To Receive Extreme Makeover

More comfort, new technology and better views of the spectacular Norwegian coast. The single largest upgrade project in Hurtigruten’s history will see the MS Richard With emerge as a brand new ship. This week the custom built polar vessel enters drydock at Norway’s Fosen Yard for a one-month full upgrade of all cabins, suites and…