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AmaWaterways Introduces ‘Luxury of More’ with 2019 Preview Brochure Release

AmaWaterways Mekong

As AmaWaterways prepares for its most exciting year yet, with the much-anticipated arrival of three new ships, the company today released its 2019 preview brochure.  Offering guests and travel professionals a first look at its new ‘Luxury of More’ messaging, the brochure introduces AmaWaterways’ most innovative additions to-date – including many new ways to experience each breathtaking destination along the…

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Top 5 Reasons Why Now is the Time to Plan a Cruise to the Caribbean

Roatan beach

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the unified voice and leading authority of the global cruise community, is encouraging travelers to plan a cruise to the Caribbean during Plan a Cruise Month. Despite recent hurricanes, the vast majority of Caribbean cruise ports are open and welcoming cruise travelers daily. CLIA is highlighting why now is the time for travelers to consider…

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Record Holiday Season for American Cruise Lines

American Cruise Lines Holiday Season

American Cruise Lines has had record sales for its 2017 holiday-themed cruises. All Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s cruises have experienced unprecedented demand on both the Historic South and Lower Mississippi River itineraries. Many travel agents are already reserving their clients’ space on the 2018 holiday-themed cruises. This year, American Cruise Lines has included a complimentary pre-cruise night on board,…

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Royal Caribbean International Celebrates Spectrum of the Seas Keel-Laying

SPECTRUM OF THE SEAS KEEL-LAYING

Today marked an important milestone in the development of Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Spectrum of the Seas, when her keel was lowered into place at the Neptun Werft shipyard in Rostock, Germany. The keel-laying signifies the beginning of the ship’s physical construction. During the ceremony, a 620-ton block measuring 59 feet by 121 feet (18 x 37 meters) was lifted…

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Silversea’s Unique Silver Cloud Completes Refurbishment

Silversea Silver Cloud

Silversea’s Silver Cloud has completed an extensive two-month refurbishment at a total investment of over $USD40 million to become an ice class expedition vessel. The ship has undergone comprehensive enhancements to bring guests the luxury, style and comfort synonymous with Silversea’s classic vessels while maximizing guests’ expedition experience. The ship is now travelling to Buenos Aires where guests will embark…

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Holland America Receives 8 Honors in Porthole 2017 Readers’ Choice Awards

Holland America Koningsdam

Holland America Line dominated Porthole Cruise Magazine’s 2017 Readers’ Choice Awards with eight honors. Readers from Porthole, one of the world’s leading consumer cruise travel publications, recognized Holland America Line in areas that covered everything from destinations to onboard and shoreside experiences. The awards include Best Canada/New England and Northern Europe Itineraries; Best Shore Excursions; Best Spa Facilities; Most Eco-Friendly…

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Richard Branson Launches Virgin Voyages with $3.9 Billion Cruise Ship Fleet

Virgin Voyages ship rendering

Virgin Group Founder Sir Richard Branson and Virgin Voyages President and CEO Tom McAlpin hosted a ‘Ship Tease’, where key details were revealed about what sailors can expect on the first of three ships, coming to the high seas in 2020. Live from Fincantieri’s shipyard in Genoa, Italy, they also celebrated the laying of the keel for the first ship,…

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Variety Cruises Special Winter 2017/18 Offers on Select Costa Rica/Panama Sailings

Variety Cruises Panama

Variety Cruises announced two special promotions for its Costa Rica programs on seven winter 2017/18 departures. The award-winning boutique cruise-line is promoting an opportunity for travelers to explore Costa Rica and Panama with a private yacht experience at specially reduced rates. Highlights of the first offer are a 40% reduction on official rates in double occupancy or no single supplement…

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Celebrity Cruises 2017 Holiday Sailings

Celebrity Solstice

Guests can leave the stress of the holiday season on dry land and let Celebrity Cruises handle all the planning during their upcoming 2017-18 Holiday Sailings. These special cruises are immersive, festive celebrations that feature Celebrity’s dynamic destinations all over the world. Guests can indulge in traditional cuisine, curated by Celebrity’s Michelin-Starred chef, and enjoy themed celebrations (i.e. holiday plays…

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Scenic Reveals NEW Christmas Ice and Polar Bear Adventures

Eclipse Antarctica

Escape the hustle of next year’s Christmas, with a once-in-a-lifetime discovery expedition and spend Christmas Day 2018 exploring breathtaking South Georgia Island, part of Scenic Eclipse’s 21 Day Falkland Islands, South Georgia and Antarctica cruise, departing Buenos Aires on 17 December 2018. As the ultimate gift for the person who has everything, guests will venture close to the island’s most…

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