August 2019 – Voyages Magazine

Viking Attempts Guinness World Record with Ultimate World Cruise

August 30, 2019 Editor

On Aug 31, 2019, Viking® (www.vikingcruises.com) guests embark on the new Ultimate World Cruise itinerary, a 245-day journey spanning six continents, 51 countries and 111 ports. Sailing from London on Viking’s award-winning 930-guest Viking Sun®, the longest-ever continuous cruise will fully circumnavigate the globe bringing guests to some of the world’s most legendary cities, iconic landmarks and far-flung destinations, before…

Riviera River Cruises Expands Christmas Markets Cruises for 2019

August 28, 2019August 28, 2019 Editor

Riviera River Cruises has expanded the availability of its popular Christmas markets cruises for December 2019, with 25 departures planned on Europe’s Rhine and Danube rivers. Guests can relax as Riviera River Cruises’ five-star ships navigate these scenic rivers in all their wintry splendor, then visit castles, squares, churches and old towns on guided tours and spend free time shopping…

AmaMagna Named One of TIME Magazine’s 2019 World’s Greatest Places

August 26, 2019 Editor

AmaMagna, AmaWaterways’ most innovative ship to date, has joined the coveted roster of TIME magazine’s “World’s Greatest Places.” The 2019 list showcases 100 global destinations that are breaking new ground, leading industry trends and offering visitors an extraordinary experience. At twice the width of traditional European river cruise ships, AmaMagna is the first new build of its kind in the…

American Harmony Departs New Orleans on Inaugural Mississippi River Cruise

August 19, 2019 Editor

American Harmony, the 2nd modern riverboat in the U.S., departed from New Orleans this past Saturday, August 17th along its inaugural Mississippi River cruise. American’s newest modern riverboat is currently underway at 100% capacity and cruising along the Line’s 8-Day New Orleans Round-Trip itinerary. American Harmony will return to New Orleans this coming Saturday, August 24th when the 1st cruise…

Experiential Travel Inspires Themed Cruises

August 19, 2019 Editor

Responding to the ever increasing demand for experiential travel, European Waterways announced that it is now offering a wider range of new themed cruise departures for 2020 that can be booked on a per-cabin basis. Cruises eligible for cabin bookings include the April 5, 2020 Whisky Trail cruise aboard the Scottish Highlander and the April 26, 2020, Golf Cruise aboard…

RSSC to Make Record-Breaking 27 Maiden Calls in 2021-2022 Season

August 18, 2019 Editor

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, opened reservations today for its 2021-2022 season with a record-breaking 27 maiden calls in the some of the world’s most treasured destinations across the globe. The 2021-2022 season boasts 146 new voyages in ports across Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Africa, South America and the Caribbean, three new Grand…

Silversea Enhances Its All-Inclusive Polar Package

August 13, 2019 Editor

The leader in the ultra-luxury cruise industry, Silversea is bringing distant horizons closer with its enhanced All-Inclusive Polar Package, now available on all luxury expedition voyages to the Arctic and Antarctica. The value-rich package, with its selection of convenient and inclusive travel benefits, provides a seamless travel experience for guests, unlocking deep travel into Polar Regions with ease. Combinable with…

Classic Wooden Schooner Passing Cloud Celebrates 45 Years on the Canadian Coast

August 8, 2019 Editor

What is the best way to discover some of Canada’s most protected hidden pockets? Look no further than the Passing Cloud, Outer Shores Expeditions’ 70-foot classic wooden schooner now celebrating 45 years on the water. This expedition vessel with its reclaimed teak deck, open skylights, and fascinating maritime history introduces guests to beautiful, rarely-visited corners of Canada’s Pacific Coast. Stops…

Windstar Cruises Celebrates Record-Breaking Booking Month

August 8, 2019 Editor

Windstar Cruises reached a milestone with a record-breaking volume of bookings in July. The award-winning line is celebrating the exceptional receptivity of new itineraries and sailing regions by guests and travel advisors. Windstar operates six small cruise ships that specialize in destination authenticity and immersive travel experiences. Windstar’s small ships now sail to 330 unique ports of call, a marked…

G Adventures Premieres New, High-end Galapagos Catamaran

August 1, 2019 Editor

Leading tour operator G Adventures proudly introduces a sixth yacht to its fleet of vessels for touring the Galápagos Islands, with 2020 departures posted on its website today. The custom-built catamaran will be among the most comfortable passenger touring vessels of its size in the Galápagos, and will reflect the company’s commitment to responsible tourism. Select departures from international airports…