Cunard announces an exciting new line-up for Alaska 2023’s Cunard InsightsTM enrichment programme with one of the most recognised faces of outdoor adventure, Bear Grylls OBE, headlining the season. Bear will be joining Queen Elizabeth’s maiden 2023 Alaska voyage, departing Vancouver on 8 June (Q320), where he will share his experience as one of the youngest-ever climbers of…
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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…
Norwegian Cruise Line officially welcomes Norwegian Prima
Norwegian Cruise Line has christened its newest ship Norwegian Prima, which made history as the first major cruise ship christened in Reykjavík, Iceland. The first of six ships in the groundbreaking Prima Class, Norwegian Prima, debuted to more than 2,500 guests who enjoyed an immersive experience in the beautiful Icelandic capital and a christening celebration like no…
Norwegian Cruise Line Celebrates Float Out of Norwegian Viva
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) yesterday announced that Norwegian Viva, the second of six vessels in its ground-breaking Prima Class, floated out from her drydock at the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera (Venice), Italy, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the new vessel touches water. To celebrate the occasion, a commemorative coin was welded into…
Cruising The Olsen Way – French Riviera aboard Bolette – Part 4
The sea day, a time to relax and recharge, and find out what’s happening onboard! Earlier in the cruise, I’d spotted something in the Daily Times called Deck Tennis, and I was intrigued. There are no nets on Deck 9 to stop a ball going overboard, so what on earth is it? I had to…
Cruising The Olsen Way – French Riviera aboard Bolette – Part 3
It’s time for port days and our first was Alicante. I had booked the ‘Alicante & Elche’ tour. The sun was shining, I’d been given a packed lunch to take with me and it was time to head ashore. Emilio was our guide, and he was excellent! I wish every tour guide could be like…
Cruising The Olsen Way – French Riviera aboard Bolette – Part 2
Bolette has 2 speciality restaurants onboard – Vasco and Colours & Tastes – and I would highly recommend them both! The cover charge is a mere £15 per person and the food is exceptional. In fact, it was so good that I visited Colours & Tastes twice! I would have also gone back to Vasco…
Cruising The Olsen Way – French Riviera aboard Bolette – Part 1
When I disembarked Boudicca in March 2019, I had no idea that would not only be the last time I’d ever see her again, but that I’d not step foot on another Fred. Olsen ship until 26-months later! It really is so very true when they say it’s best we never know what’s around the…
