Author: Kaye Holland Published on: 07 December 2023 Updated on: 07 December 2023 Viking is expanding its European rivers fleet with 10 new vessels Five of the new ships will be delivered in 2025, with the remaining half to be delivered in 2026. Eight of the new vessels will sail itineraries on the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers, while two additional Viking Longships will join the … [Read more...]

Explora II will make her debut in August 2024 with a maiden voyage from Barcelona to Rome via Port-Vendres (France), Portofino and Port Santo Stefano (Italy), Monte Carlo (Monaco) and Ibiza (Spain).Following her inaugural voyage, Explora II will sail the West Mediterranean until November 2024 before repositioning to the Caribbean for the winter months. The ship will then spend summer 2025 in the … [Read more...]

From May to September 2026, the boutique luxury cruise line will operate 27 itineraries ranging from seven- to 14-day Mediterranean voyages, covering 14 ports in 86 countries.New ports of call for the 2026 season include Primosten (Croatia), Setubal (Portugal), Cesme (Turkey) and Kythira, Kythnos, Syvota, and Tino in Greece.Two 14-night ‘Grand Mediterranean & Adriatic Explorer’ itineraries … [Read more...]

Itineraries will span seven to 20 days with a range of embarkation ports to choose from, including Doha (Qatar), Dubai (UAE), and Port Louis (Mauritius).Passengers onboard the 2,340-passenger ship will have the chance to visit attractions such as the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, in Dubai or Bahrain’s UNESCO World Heritage Site Qal'at Al Bahrain. Itineraries will span seven to 20 … [Read more...]

The ship – Celebrity Cruises’ fourth Edge-class vessel – was christened by its godmothers Sandy Yawn, star of hit TV series Below Deck, and her sister Michelle Dunham, founder of the Jacksonville School for Autism, on December 1.They were joined by Greek brothers Dimitrios Kafetzis and Tasos Kafetzis who are the ship’s co-captains – a first for both Celebrity Cruises and the industry.Celebrity … [Read more...]

The two expedition shops met at the entrance to the Neko Harbour to mark Seabourn Pursuit’s maiden season in the region. Seabourn Venture meanwhile is beginning its second season.Both ships will operate 11- to 13-day voyages to Antarctica, as well as 21-day voyages to South Georgia, Falkland Islands, and Antarctica. Seabourn Venture was launched in 2022 with Seabourn Pursuit making its debut … [Read more...]

This year's Black Friday deals are here. World of Cruising picks out the best Black Friday deals and offers for 2023 whether you're in search of an ocean cruise, a river cruise or an expedition voyage Emerald Cruises Save up to 35 per cent across 2024 Europe and Southeast Asian river cruises and luxury yacht cruises in the Caribbean and the Seychelles as part of Emerald Cruises' special … [Read more...]

Departing from Los Angeles on January 6, 2026, the 229-passenger Seabourn Sojourn will travel approximately 28,000 nautical miles, visit 63 destinations, and cross the International Dateline and Equator not once, but twice, before concluding in Vancouver. The voyage visits the islands and atolls of the South Pacific, circumnavigates Australia, and crosses the North Pacific for the Alaskan summer. … [Read more...]

The season features more than 800 sailings to over 290 destinations in 72 countries across seven continents on board the line’s fleet of 16 ships including Celebrity Xcel. Celebrity’s fifth Edge-class ship is scheduled to enter service on December 3, 2025.In Europe, the 2,910-passenger Celebrity Apex will home port in Southampton for the second consecutive summer and offer a range of Arctic Circle … [Read more...]

The 1,266 passenger vessel is set to undergo a “multimillion-euro” refit before entering service in March 2024 as Celestyal Discovery.Discovery is the second ship purchased by Celestyal this year following the acquisition of Celestyal Journey, formerly Holland America Line’s Ryndam.Built in 2003, Discovery features 633 staterooms and will go on sale on December 11, taking over Celestyal Olympia’s … [Read more...]

The season features longer cruises up to 22 days, visiting 16 UNESCO World Heritage sites and UNESCO Biosphere Reserves.Oosterdam, which can accommodate 1,964-passengers, is being deployed in the region on itineraries between Santiago (Chile) and either Buenos Aires (Argentina) or Fort Lauderdale (Florida).Excursions are available to iconic South American sites such as Iguazu Falls, Machu Picchu … [Read more...]

The Oscars of the cruise industry took place earlier this week at The Dorchester in the heart of Park Lane TV presenter and comedian, Joel Dommett, was on hosting duties with entertainment provided by Fred Olsen, Cunard, and Marella Cruises.Here’s how some of the award recipients reacted to their wins: The Peter Grant Contribution to the Cruise Industry Award: James Cole“It is absolutely … [Read more...]

The 2023 Wave Awards were once again a huge success. Credit: AG Studios The winners of the Wave Awards were announced last night at The Dorchester Jenni Fielding – better known by her online pseudonym Cruise Mummy – was named favourite cruise blogger at the 2023 Wave Awards, where companies and individuals from across the cruise and travel sector were hailed for their achievements … [Read more...]

The two vessels, currently referred to as World Class 3 and 4, will be delivered in 2026 and 2027, respectively.Both ships will be powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG) and will use “innovative solutions to maximise energy efficiency, with extensive use of heat recovery and other technological solutions.”World Class 3 and World Class 4 will be able to use a mix of alternative fuels, including bio … [Read more...]

Credit: Seabourn Sponsored by Seabourn Seabourn serves up the very best of the best onboard cuisine that goes above and beyond expectations. Discover the range of ship dining venues for you to sample. Combining the finest quality ingredients and authentic regional flavours with skilled chefs, Seabourn offers up an impressive array of dishes and dining venues. Don’t be fooled by … [Read more...]

Launching in autumn 2024, Celebrity Xcel will debut in the Caribbean, sailing seven-night itineraries – alternating between the Bahamas, Mexico and the Cayman Islands, and Puerto Plata, St Thomas and St Maarten – from Fort Lauderdale.The vessel’s name was revealed at Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, as Royal Caribbean Group executives assembled to watch the first piece … [Read more...]

The ship will feature the world’s first hybrid roller coaster and waterslide, the Aqua Slidecoaster. The ride will have dual slides and a magnetic lift that propels guests through two different courses on three storeys around the ship’s funnel, and measure three stories high.Norwegian Aqua will also debut the line’s first two-storey Duplex Haven Suites, each with three bedrooms. The four suites … [Read more...]

With Starlink’s high-speed internet, office equipment, and dedicated IT support, passengers can work on Azamara’s ships as part of the line’s ‘Work & Wander’ programme.Passengers will be able access monitors, mice, keyboards and adapters, ensuring they can stay connected with colleagues and attend virtual meetings The programme also includes late nights and overnight calls– called Extended … [Read more...]

With Seabourn Pursuit, Scenic Eclipse II, Explora I, Silver Nova and Seven Seas Grandeur all having arrived in 2023, you might think we’d be overrun by luxury options – until you realise the capacity of all these together is smaller than that of a single mainstream ship such as MSC’s Euribia, or Royal Caribbean International's Icon of the Seas.While the core market grows steadily, the luxury … [Read more...]

Olivier Award-winning Matt Henry MBE, and YolanDa Brown OBE DL will perform at this year's Wave Awards. Credit: Cunard Author: Kaye Holland Published on: 30 October 2023 Updated on: 30 October 2023 The luxury cruise line's new entertainment venue, Queen Anne’s Bright Lights Society, will be brought to life at the Oscars of the cruise industry A new Cunard entertainment … [Read more...]

Queen Anne is Cunard's first ship in a decade. Credit: Cunard The launch of a new Cunarder is always big news – and with six months to go, Queen Anne is already making a splash, as Will Payne reports All eyes will be on Queen Anne when she sets sail from Southampton to Lisbon on May 3, 2024 with her 3,000 lucky passengers on board. Luxury line Cunard has a lot riding on this launch – it … [Read more...]

Sister vessels Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit will sail over 40 voyages to the Arctic, Antarctica, the Amazon, the Kimberley region in Australia, the South Pacific, the Northwest Passage, and more. Seabourn Venture will run 21 cruises, ranging from eight to 28 days in duration between May 2025 and March 2026 from the Arctic to Antarctica.Elsewhere Seabourn Pursuit will run 20 cruises, … [Read more...]

Windstar Cruises has withdrawn a ship from the Middle East this winter due to the uncertainty with the current situation in the region, and re-deployed it to the western Mediterranean.The 312-passenger Star Legend will now sail week long cruises in the Mediterranean from December 2023 through April 2024. Ports of call include Barcelona, Nice, Florence/Livorno, Marseille and Rome.Windstar president … [Read more...]

You launched your Sunday programme on Classic FM in January. How’s it going?Well I think the show is going quite well. I would say that, wouldn't I, but I get lots and lots of nice comments, as I'm ambling around my local park for a walk or coming into the pub. I think a lot of people are listening to it, and I think they're getting a slightly different Andrew Marr than they’re used to, … [Read more...]

What could be better than winning a wonderful 2024 no-fly cruise for two to the iconic Norwegian Fjords? We’ve teamed up with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines to offer you the chance to win a cruise for two to enjoy a ‘Springtime Falls & Norwegian Fjords’ cruise, departing from Southampton on June 19, 2024. The lucky winner and their companion will be treated to this wonderful eight-night cruise on … [Read more...]

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Credit: Shutterstock Whether you’re a culture vulture or a beach babe, here’s how to make your Caribbean dreams come true Sapphire waters, shining beaches and a tangle of deep-green foliage; such an idyllic picture is what draws many people to the Caribbean. But did you know that the region is also rich in historic interest, with colonial mansions and formidable fortresses? Add the … [Read more...]