Cruising the World in Style
Antarctic air-cruise specialist ANTARCTICA XXI announces the addition of MV Magellan Explorer to its fleet of small expedition vessels. The ship will be delivered for the 2019-2020 Antarctic season, introducing a modern new vessel that is custom built for the company’s innovative fly and cruise Antarctic expeditions. “MV Magellan Explorer is the first small passenger ship to be purpose built…
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When Holland America Line’s ms Westerdam emerged from a 12-day dry dock at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Palermo, Italy, in late April, the ship debuted major renovations that added many new public spaces and amenities, including two firsts for the fleet: Explorations Central, or EXC, in the Crow’s Nest and Rijksmuseum at Sea. Westerdam also received the popular Music Walk venues…
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Interest in small ship cruising, traveling onboard ships with a smaller passenger capacity, is on the rise among travelers. The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the world’s largest cruise industry trade association, has uncovered some interesting facts about small ship cruising. Five fast facts about small ship cruising: 1.) Small Ships Can Cruise the World: Contrary to popular myth, small ships…
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Seabourn, the world’s finest ultra-luxury cruise line, will feature new worldwide itineraries for the fall 2018 and winter 2019 seasons. The new program includes 37 unique sailings to hidden harbors, marquee ports and must see cities accessible only by smaller ships. As always, Seabourn guests can look forward to exceptional personalized service, lavish amenities and unique experiences from the newest…
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Royal Caribbean invites the world to experience a first-of-its-kind underwater adventure through the lens of Snapchat Spectacles. From June 21 to June 25, Royal Caribbean’s Snapchat channel will immerse viewers in a one of-a-kind underwater adventure thanks to a custom-designed scuba mask dubbed “SeaSeekers.” The mask was custom engineered by the cruise line for use with Snapchat Spectacles. It allows…
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A new cruise trend is surfacing this summer – a cold rush. More travelers are seeking glacial exploration, rather than sunbathing. American Express Travel is reporting a 19%+ increase in Alaska summer sailings, as many cruise lines are expanding their offerings to the Last Frontier. Cruising to Alaska is the perfect option for those looking to veer from the typical…
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Opera and ballet fans, food and wine connoisseurs, bridge players, wellness enthusiasts and lifelong learners will appreciate indulging their passions with Silversea’s exciting onboard enrichment program in 2017. Following below is a snapshot of enrichment opportunities: Opera Cruises in Partnership with Accademia Teatro alla Scala Based in Milan, Italy, Accademia Teatro alla Scala (La Scala Theatre Academy) is one of…
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The RV African Dream, CroisiEurope’s new luxury ship, which will sail in December 2017 in Southern Africa, is currently being finalized on the Harare shipyard in Zimbabwe. This unique boat will be completed in early August 2017 and will have to travel a 1000 km trek across the African savanna to reach its home port in Kasane, Botswana. Measuring 40m…
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Abu Dhabi Ports, the master developer, operator and manager of the Emirate’s commercial and community ports as well as Khalifa Industrial Zone (KIZAD), celebrated the successful close of its best-ever cruise season at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal with the maiden call of Princess Cruise Lines’ Majestic Princess. The company recorded booming growth for the year with a 40% increase in…
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Tauck Small Ship Cruising, known for intimate yacht-like luxury ships, all-inclusive packages, and intimate shore excursions, is setting sail with four distinct European itineraries in 2018, part of Tauck’s global portfolio of 17 small ship cruises. From the warmer waters of the Mediterranean and Adriatic Seas to the medieval ports along the Baltic Sea and the rugged coasts of the…
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