Royal Caribbean has two rules about grabbing a deck chair by the pool. First, the chairs are available on a first come, first serve basis. Second, and this one is the biggie, if a pool chair is left unattended for more than 30 minutes with no signs of any guests returning, crew will remove the belongings and place them in the lost and found. “We want to ensure that all guests have a … [Read more...]
Archives for 04/02/2025
AmaWaterways Launches “Celebration of Wellness River Cruises”
AmaWaterways is elevating its focus on wellness with the launch of “Celebration of Wellness River Cruises,” offering travelers an experience focused on physical health and mental well-being. These specially crafted itineraries provide guests with the opportunity to explore Europe’s iconic destinations through a focus on wellness. These excursions are tailored for active travelers and include … [Read more...]
Orient Express Lays Keel of Largest Sailing Yacht in the World at Chantiers de l’Atlantique
Orient Express and Chantiers de l’Atlantique on Jan. 31 celebrated a highly symbolic dual ceremony, opening a new chapter for Orient Express Sailing Yachts. In true maritime tradition, the keel laying and coin placement ceremonies were held, marking the official birth of Orient Express Corinthian, the largest sailing yacht in the world. The sailing yacht’s keel laying took place at Chantiers de … [Read more...]
Isabel Galvan to Lead Atlas Ocean Voyages’ Business Development
Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced the appointment of Isabel Galvan as vice president of global business development and sales strategy. In this newly created role, Galvan will lead all sales efforts, focusing on optimizing trade engagement, strengthening key travel partnerships and driving business growth. With extensive experience developing high-ROI sales and marketing programs, Galvan will … [Read more...]
Oriental Land Co Collaborating with Nippon Yusen and Yuen Cruises on OLC’s Cruise Business
On February 4, 2025, Oriental Land Co., Ltd., Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line), and NYK Cruises Co., Ltd. announced the signing of a basic agreement to collaborate on Oriental Land’s cruise business, aiming to launch in 2028. This partnership will leverage Oriental Land’s expertise in creating exceptional experiences through theme park and hotel operations, combined with NYK Group’s … [Read more...]
Margaritaville at Sea Paradise to Undergo Its Largest Renovation Yet
Sarah Bretz, ContributorSarah has been writing about the cruise industry since 2015, and in that time has taken a dozen cruises and counting. Her favorite onboard activities include trying the casual dining options, spending time in the spa’s thermal suite, and attending the love & marriage show. You can keep up with her on Instagram at @IAmSarahJaneB.See all author posts Appeared first on: … [Read more...]
Oceania revamps dining room menus aboard upcoming Allura with 270 new options
Oceania Cruises has revamped The Grand Dining Room menus aboard the line’s newest 1,200-guest ship, Allura, launching in July 2025, introducing more than 270 brand-new recipes across all three meal services. The open-seating Grand Dining Room is found aboard each of the line’s eight small, luxurious ships and forms the heart of the Oceania Cruises culinary experience. New features include a … [Read more...]
CroisiEurope joins CLIA’s Australasian community
French river cruise specialist CroisiEurope has joined Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) as a River Cruise Marketing Affiliate in Australasia, bringing its distinct family-run brand into CLIA’s expanding cruise industry community. The partnership will showcase CroisiEurope Australasia to CLIA’s 6,000-strong travel agent membership across Australia and New Zealand, placing it among … [Read more...]
Norwegian Cruise Line enters mega-ship segment with new Fincantieri order
Norwegian Cruise Line has ordered four new ships of more than 220,000 gross tons from the Italian shipyard Fincantieri, putting the cruise line in the same mega-ship market as Royal Caribbean, Carnival Corporation and MSC. The order for the quartet of 226,000 gross ton vessels was signed by Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, the parent company of NCL, transforming a Letter of Intent signed in … [Read more...]
Asuka II wins Port of Dover’s 8th safety and environment award (SEA) for cruise lines
The SEA Award, led by the Port of Dover, has been awarded to NYK’s Asuka II, with Seabourn Ovation and Viking Venus also scoring highly. The project is a key element of Dover’s drive to be the first UK port to reach carbon net zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of this year and increase recycling rates. The vessel, which is Japan’s largest cruise ship, received an overall score of 99% … [Read more...]
Cruise Planners Gives Back in 2024 with over $150,000 in Charitable Impact
Cruise Planners continues its longstanding commitment of giving back with significant contributions to various charitable organizations throughout 2024. Reinforcing its dedication to supporting impactful causes both locally and nationally,Cruise Planners has raised and donated over $150,000 in 2024 through CP Cares, their charitable initiative, which focuses on supporting diverse causes, … [Read more...]
Carnival Paradise Finally Sets Sail 11 Hours Late
Mother Nature isn’t always cooperative with cruise ship schedules, and at Port Tampa Bay, in particular, fog can be a tricky complication that can delay ships for many hours. Such was the case on Monday, February 3, 2025 with Carnival Paradise. The 70,367-gross-ton, Fantasy class vessel was forced to remain outside the entrance to Tampa Bay when unusually heavy fog clouded the entire region … [Read more...]
Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Celebrates Love with Exclusive Valentine’s Day Offer
Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra luxury cruise line, invites guests to set sail into romance with its exclusive From Regent with Love Valentine’s Day offer, available from February 3 through February 21, 2025. For a limited time, guests booking select 2025 sailings can enjoy up to $500 per suite shipboard credit on 46 voyages ranging from 7 to 25 nights across stunning … [Read more...]
Regent Seven Seas Cruises® Elevates Onboard Entertainment with Exciting New Productions. Six Incredible New Shows to Debut Fleetwide in 2025
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced an exciting new lineup of onboard entertainment offerings debuting across its fleet throughout 2025. Featuring high-energy performances, immersive storytelling, and innovative concepts, the new shows have been curated following guest feedback and exemplify Regent’s commitment to delivering luxury experiences which are Unrivaled at Sea™. Building on a … [Read more...]
Celebrity Cruises Erases The Line Between Ship And Shore With ‘The Bazaar,’ Debuting On Celebrity Xcel
[embedded content] We’re Erasing the Line Between Ship and Shore – Celebrity Cruises The brand new, ever-transforming space blends four unique festivals, alluring entertainment, experiential culinary offerings, and non-stop activities to bring destinations to guests like never before. A transformational experience awaits on Celebrity Xcel. Introducing The Bazaar, a brand-new multi-level, … [Read more...]
Celebrity Xcel to Feature New Dining, Activities Venue Called The Bazaar
Sarah Bretz, ContributorSarah has been writing about the cruise industry since 2015, and in that time has taken a dozen cruises and counting. Her favorite onboard activities include trying the casual dining options, spending time in the spa’s thermal suite, and attending the love & marriage show. You can keep up with her on Instagram at @IAmSarahJaneB.See all author posts Appeared first on: … [Read more...]
American Cruise Lines Kicks Off Mississippi Season with Riverboat Fun in NOLA
American Cruise Lines is launching its 2025 Mississippi Season early with a special football event this week. MORE ABOUT THE EVENT Big Game Travel has chartered two of American’s riverboats for guests who purchased exclusive 3- and 4-night packages for the weekend’s big game in New Orleans. The riverboats, American Melody and American Serenade, are docked at Port NOLA and will provide private … [Read more...]
Margaritaville at Sea Paradise is Getting a Huge Upgrade
Embodying the laid-back spirit of Jimmy Buffett’s iconic tunes, Margaritaville at Sea is set to transform its first vessel, Paradise, into a true seafaring utopia with an array of upgrades and experiences beginning this spring. Guests joining the three-year-old cruise line’s voyages from the Port of Palm Beach in Florida in late March 2025 will be the first to uncover Margaritaville … [Read more...]
8 fabulous place to eat in (or near) Innsbruck, Austria
The culinary scene in Innsbruck offers a taste of Tyrol that is as varied as the mountain peaks surrounding it. Whether you’re seeking a sumptuous brunch with a view or a cosy haven for wine lovers, the city has something to tantalise every palate. Here are eight fabulous places to eat in or near the city, each offering a unique flavour of Alpine dining. For Champagne brunch: Bergisel Sky, … [Read more...]
Celebrity Cruises Unveils ‘The Bazaar’ on Celebrity Xcel
Celebrity Xcel introduces The Bazaar, a unique multi-level space designed to enhance on-board experiences with local culture. Each day, The Bazaar transforms, offering local artisan markets, hands-on crafts, destination-inspired festivals, regional cuisine, and entertainment, ensuring no two days are the same. “The Bazaar is a truly one-of-a-kind space designed to seamlessly blend ship and shore … [Read more...]
New Celebrity Cruise Ship Will Not Have an Eden: The Brand-New Concept Replacing It
The first time I walked into Eden on Celebrity Edge during her inaugural voyage, I knew right away it would be a very unique experience that could not be found anywhere else. And although some of the original concepts of Eden have been retired, the space has always been inviting and refreshing.But Celebrity Xcel, due to arrive in November of this year, will be offering another brand-new … [Read more...]
Departure Time Changes for Yet Another Carnival Cruise Ship
The list of Carnival cruise ships that will be setting sail earlier than originally scheduled continues to grow, and this time it is Carnival Vista that will be heading out to sea 30 minutes sooner than expected. Guests booked on upcoming sailings beginning March 2, 2025 have received notification that the ship will be departing at 3:30 p.m. rather than 4 p.m. as originally planned. This … [Read more...]
Celebrity Xcel Will Feature a First of its Kind Concept
Most cruise lines boast about offering guests destination-immersive shore excursions, but Celebrity Cruises has figured out a way to bring local experiences aboard its newest Edge-class ship, Celebrity Xcel, when she debuts in late 2025. A unique space aboard the 3,260-guest ship, now under construction at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in France, will showcase the art, culture, and … [Read more...]
Last-Minute Cruises: What You Have to Know Before Buying
Dreaming of a last-minute cruise deal? Who doesn’t dream about booking a warm cruise at the last minute, saving tons of money, and having a great vacation for cheap? These trips have a definite allure, and it’s not hard to see why. Just the thought of scoring a great deal for a cruise — and paying pennies on the dollar — is enough to get anyone’s interest. And there … [Read more...]
How old is too old to go on a cruise? What an expert recommends
Can you ever be too old to go on a cruise vacation?As the peak of the Caribbean cruise season begins, many vacationers are headed to warmer temperatures in the tropics to enjoy a cruise.According to Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), 17% of all cruise passengers from North America were between the age of 60-69, and 14% were 70 years old or older.The U.S. Census Bureau says over the … [Read more...]
Adventures by Disney River Cruise Offerings Expanding with Rhône River Cruises in 2026
Today, Adventures by Disney announced an expanded slate of offerings for 2016 river cruises in Europe with a brand-new river cruise itinerary through southern France along the Rhône River. Guests will sail from Lyon through the picturesque Rhône River Valley and Provence while experiencing the rich history, charming culture, distinguished art and culinary prowess of this diverse region, enhanced … [Read more...]
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