Guests aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ fleet made more than 4,400 wildlife sightings with the help of marine wildlife charity ORCA in 2022. It came as part of ORCA’s Cruise Conservationist programme, hosted aboard the Fred. Olsen fleet. The most frequent wildlife spotted was the common dolphin, sighted 296 times – with the total number…
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Cunard to offer legendary Rocky Mountaineer train tours for guests visiting Alaska this summer
Cunard is offering guests joining Queen Elizabeth in Alaska this summer the opportunity to experience the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer train through the spectacular Canadian Rockies. Depending on their sailing date, guests will either be able to extend their Alaska voyage with a three-night post-cruise Rocky Mountaineer package or a four-night tour before embarking on Queen…
Ambassador Cruise Line – Ambience Cruise Ship Review
Ambience Review I recently sailed with Ambassador Cruise Line as a guest aboard their ship ‘Ambience’. My sailing took in some last of the year winter sun in the Canaries, Madeira, and Morocco, and I was really looking forward to experiencing what Ambassador had to offer. For me, this sailing was more about the ship…
MSC Cruises Introduces The Future Of Cruising With Official Launch Of MSC World Europa
MSC Cruises hosts the Naming Ceremony of its newest flagship MSC World Europa at the brand-new Grand Cruise Terminal in Doha, Qatar. Together with partners Qatar Airways, the celebrations are part of MSC’s overall commitment to Qatar, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the growth of international tourism there as well as the broader Middle East region, where…
The Maritime Skills Academy – A Behind The Scenes Taster On Mandatory Crew Training Courses
As passengers, when we cruise, one of the first things we must observe is the muster drill. We watch the video and sign-in at our respective muster stations, and then we never think about it again. It’s in place for a reason, but let’s face it, the chances of there ever being an emergency at…
Northern Lights Expedition Cruise with Hurtigruten Expeditions
My cruise aboard Hurtigruten Expeditions ‘MS MAUD’ was unlike any other cruise experience I’ve had, and in so many ways. Usually, I’d do a day-by-day account of the cruise, but if I tried that with Maud, I’d still be here this time next year – that’s how much I want to say about it! Instead,…
Holland America Line’s Rotterdam Arrives in New York City on Historic Maiden Call
Holland America Line’s Rotterdam arrived at New York City yesterday morning on her maiden call to the city following a transatlantic crossing that departed Rotterdam, the Netherlands, Oct. 15. The ship is nearing the end of a 15-day cruise that is recreating the maiden voyage of Holland America Line’s first ship — Rotterdam I —…
Hurtigruten Expeditions adds 7 new Arctic adventures for 2023
Hurtigruten Expeditions expands its 2023 Arctic Summer season with seven brand new adventures – taking guests closer to the local people and communities, and deeper into the wilderness of the north. Spanning 11 to 19 days, the new departures from June to September 2023 will take in some of the most spectacular areas beyond and above the Arctic…
Introducing Robotron – The Ultimate Amusement Ride Exclusively Aboard MSC Seascape
MSC Cruises continues on a path of innovation, today announcing details of the technologically advanced onboard entertainment options on the line’s upcoming ship, MSC Seascape. When she debuts this December, MSC Seascape will feature new and innovative experiences for thrill-seeking guests of all ages. The highlight will beROBOTRON – a thrilling amusement ride that offers the breath-taking thrill of…
WIN a luxury Fortnum & Mason hamper worth £1,000 with SixStar Cruises
#Adventures and Aperitifs Welcome to #AdventuresAndAperitifs a delightful collaboration of cocktails and ultra-luxury cruise holidays between SixStar Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises! As 2022 marks the 30th anniversary of Regent Seven Seas Cruises, what better way is there to celebrate than by toasting to three decades of ultra-luxury cruising with the masters of signature…
