Win seven nights’ accommodation aboard a Riviera Travel river cruise ship, based on two people sharing a standard cabin. This includes return travel between the UK and the ship's port, all meals on board from dinner on the day of arrival to breakfast on the day of departure, all excursions are included as advertised in the cruise itinerary, complimentary on-board tea and coffee and complimentary … [Read more...]

Enter the competition to sail an amazing itinerary, visiting the likes of Bergen, Norway’s second-largest city, which fronts crystalline blue waters with Ambassador Cruise Line. Cruising along some of the most beautiful fjords in the world, you will relish your sojourn in the unspoilt village of Flam, then you'll arrive at Eidfjord where you’ll experience some of the finest views you’ve ever seen … [Read more...]

Enter this competition to experience the Svalbard Line, Hurtigruten’s historic voyage from 1968 to the top of the world, revived for the modern traveller. You’ll journey in comfort aboard beautiful MS Trollfjord, sailing along the scenic Norwegian coast north to Spitsbergen, the largest of Svalbard’s islands. Experience the Midnight Sun as you travel to the Far North on a unique itinerary built … [Read more...]

Lucy is a cruise journalist who has sailed on a variety of ships, from expedition to river – with her favourite being expedition cruising. Lucy is interested in new sustainable ways to cruise as well as how cruising is becoming accessible for all. She works together with Kaye Holland to keep the World of Cruising website up to date with all the latest cruise news. Appeared first on: … [Read more...]

Lucy is a cruise journalist who has sailed on a variety of ships, from expedition to river – with her favourite being expedition cruising. Lucy is interested in new sustainable ways to cruise as well as how cruising is becoming accessible for all. She works together with Kaye Holland to keep the World of Cruising website up to date with all the latest cruise news. Appeared first on: … [Read more...]

Win a 7-night Aegean Gems cruise for two people in an Outside Cabin onboard Marella Discover 2, sailing from Limassol, Cyprus on Wednesday 27th August 2025. Marella Discovery 2 boasts an outdoor cinema, a rock climbing wall and a minigolf course. Not to mention the two pools – one indoor and one outdoor – plus, eight restaurants and a spa. And to top the lot, there are Broadway-style performances … [Read more...]

Author: Kaye Holland Published on: 04 July 2024 Updated on: 04 July 2024 Two friends – who first met on a Cunard world cruise – have completed an incredible five consecutive voyages on the luxury line’s newest ship Queen Anne Terry Bell, a former auctioneer from Tasmania, and Phillip Millinger, a retired marketeer from Runcorn, have spent 58 days on board the 3,000-passenger ship … [Read more...]

The line is adding an additional small ship, the 36-passenger MS Romantic Star, to its Elegance fleet for 2025.The 47 metre Romantic Star was built in 2016 and can accommodate 36 passengers in 18 ensuite cabins. The ship will run 26 departures on a variety of itineraries between Split and Dubrovnik, including several wine and world heritage-themed departures. A seven-night round trip sailing from … [Read more...]

Lucy is a cruise journalist who has sailed on a variety of ships, from expedition to river – with her favourite being expedition cruising. Lucy is interested in new sustainable ways to cruise as well as how cruising is becoming accessible for all. She works together with Kaye Holland to keep the World of Cruising website up to date with all the latest cruise news. Appeared first on: … [Read more...]

Author: Kaye Holland Published on: 25 June 2024 Updated on: 25 June 2024 The cruise line has announced that it will position Celestyal Discovery in the region alongside Celestyal Journey in the region from winter 2025 Celestyal is seeking to become well known for cruises in the Arabian Gulf, as it expands beyond its core Adriatic and Aegean offerings. Its two 1,260 passenger … [Read more...]

Seven Seas Prestige will be Regent’s first new ship class in 10 years, following the successful Explorer-Class vessels which were launched in 2016, 2020 and 2023.At 77,000 tons, the 850-passenger vessel will have one of the highest passenger to space ratios in the cruise industry, offering suites, restaurants, bars and lounges and public areas. A second Prestige-Class ship is set to launch in … [Read more...]

Riviera Travel is dropping the single supplement on 10 per cent of cabins across five yacht cruises departing this year.The operator will offer the additional cabins to solo travellers, at no additional cost, for select departures from July to October.The move marks the first time Riviera Travel has removed the single supplement on the following itineraries: Split, Dubrovnik & the Splendours … [Read more...]

The SS United States is to be evicted from her dock of 28 years. She has until September 2024 to find a new home. Credit: Wikicommons America’s greatest flagship – SS United States – currently faces a fresh challenge in her struggle for survival. Following a tense court battle that epitomised the ship’s decade-long brawl for funding and repurposing, the liner now has until September 12, 2024, … [Read more...]

Kaye is a London-based wordsmith who has written for a range of publications including The Times, The Independent, The I, Culture Trip, The Sun, and ABTA among others. In June 2022, Kaye joined the Real Response Media where she looks – together with Lucy Abbott – after the World of Cruising website. Want to get in touch? Kaye can be reached at: [email protected] Appeared first on: … [Read more...]

Author: Kaye Holland Published on: 17 June 2024 Updated on: 17 June 2024 From a new cruise terminal in Scotland totips on travelling with a disability, here are thestories making waves on worldofcruising.co.uk right now Could you live on a cruise ship? Holidaying on a cruise ship is great but living on one is even better – especially when you consider that it could be more … [Read more...]

The longstanding maritime tradition took place at the Chantiers de ‘Atlantique shipyard in France on June 13 and saw president and chief executive of Royal Caribbean Group Jason Liberty, Celebrity Cruises' president Laura Hodges Bethge and shipyard general manager Laurent Castaing lower the first steel block for the new ship. Celebrity Xcel will make her debut in November 2025 in the Caribbean, … [Read more...]

The widely overused descriptor ‘suite’ can be misleading, with many cruise lines using the term simply to describe an oversized stateroom (cabin). But a premium suite features two or more rooms and comes with exclusive extras.There is of course a premium for suite accommodation, and there are two factors you must consider when deciding whether or not you think it’s worth it. The first, of course, … [Read more...]

The 3,000-passenger vessel set sail on an historic maiden voyage on May 3 before returning to her homeport of Southampton on May 24 to begin a British Isles Festival voyage – which included a naming ceremony in Liverpool. Following the high-profile launch, the luxury cruise brand booked more guests in May than any equivalent period on record, with Queen Anne’s Europe itineraries proving to be … [Read more...]

When did you start work as Silver Nova’s art curator? My team and I come in after the architects and the designers have finished, so we have a clear understanding of the spaces to curate for and their function. This is typically around a year before the ship is delivered. How do you source art for cruise ships? After creating a curatorial direction – which is the narrative that we want the art to … [Read more...]

Brilliant Lady will sail five voyages, ranging from five to 13 nights in length, from New York’s Manhattan Cruise Terminal. The ship will visit Canada’s Quebec City, Maine, Charleston, Boston, Halifax and New Brunswick.From October 2025 to April 2026, the 2,770-passenger will be based in Miami, offering 17 Caribbean sailings of between seven to 12 nights to ports including Aruba, Bonaire and … [Read more...]

Want to transform your cruise experience into a timeless keepsake for your home? Allow us to introduce you to The Cruise Maps. The brainchild of Matthew Jones and Will Ellison, The Cruise Maps uses satellite ship tracking technology to create the perfect representation of your exact cruise. Every special moment from your voyage will be captured and preserved in beautiful detail. Each map is … [Read more...]

The latest issue of World of Cruising is out now. If, like us, you’re dreaming of warmer climes, then this edition’s features on Portugal (page 80), Valletta in Malta (page 94), and the Greater Antilles (page 84) in the Caribbean should provide you with plenty of inspiration.Elsewhere you can read deputy editor Will Payne’s review of Sun Princess (page 32) – Princess Cruises’ newest vessel – and … [Read more...]

Celebrity Apex, the second in the line’s Edge series, will kick off her European season from Southampton with an eight-night Norwegian Fjords cruise. Ports of call include Bruges (Belgium), Geiranger and Kristiansand (Norway).The season will also see Apex head to the Arctic Circle, the Mediterranean including Ibiza, and the Canary Islands until October 2024. Cruises range in from four to 13 nights … [Read more...]

Author: Sarah Riches Published on: 14 May 2024 Updated on: 14 May 2024 Joining Cunard’s new Queen Anne for a British Isles cruise, the boxing legend will be discussing his greatest battles – in and out of the ring – as he tells Sarah Riches What is your advice for today’s boxers?If you’re a novice, you must put in the hours and prove you’re better than the others: when you’re told … [Read more...]

Kaye is a London-based wordsmith who has written for a range of publications including The Times, The Independent, The I, Culture Trip, The Sun, and ABTA among others. In June 2022, Kaye joined the Real Response Media where she looks – together with Lucy Abbott – after the World of Cruising website. Want to get in touch? Kaye can be reached at: [email protected] Appeared first on: … [Read more...]

Holland America Line has been exploring Alaska since 1947. Credit: HAL The Seattle-based line’s UK director of sales and marketing, Karen Farndell, and vice-president of international sales, Nico Bleichrodt, tell Kaye Holland why Brits should book a Holland America Line cruise For those who aren’t familiar with Holland America Line (HAL), perhaps you could introduce the brand?Karen … [Read more...]

Gaynor will depart on a 14-night cruise from Quebec City to Fort Lauderdale on October 26. During the sailing, she will perform a selection of her greatest hits – including I Will Survive and Never Can Say Goodbye – for passengers and participate in a Q&A session.Gaynor said: “I am overjoyed to join Crystal Serenity for what promises to be an unforgettable voyage. Music has the power to bring … [Read more...]

Win a Mediterranean cruise onboard Sun Princess. Credit: Princess Cruises Sponsored by Princess Cruises Author: Sarah Riches Published on: 29 April 2024 Updated on: 01 May 2024 Princess Cruises is giving away a seven-night all-inclusive Mediterranean cruise on board its newest ship, Sun Princess, with flights for two As Sun Princess departs from the Greek capital of … [Read more...]

TV presenter and gardening expert Charlie Dimmock will join The Gardens & Natural Beauty of the Rhone cruise, taking part in onboard lectures and meeting guests during excursions. The eight-day cruise includes visits to Parc de la Tête d’Or’s botanical garden in Lyon, Jardin des Villes in Vienne, Rocher des Doms in Avignon, and a guided tour of Arles to see the landscape garden L’Escape Van … [Read more...]

The ship’s godfather, American actor Jonathan Bennett, was joined by Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line, and captain Enzo Palomba at the naming ceremony.The 5,000-guest Carnival Firenze is sailing year-round from the port of Long Beach, joining the 5100-passenger Carnival Panorama and the nearly 4000-passenger Carnival Radiance, which both homeport year-round in California.Duffy … [Read more...]