Cruising the World in Style
Swan Hellenic has unveiled the details of its first-ever cultural expedition cruises of the Asia-Pacific region, enabled by the return of SH Minerva, which has brought the pioneering company’s fleet to full strength. Offered over two seasons, discerning adventurers have a choice of seven expertly-curated cruises, five in April and May 2026, followed by a further two in September, all…
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Award-winning global leader in small-ship expeditions, Aqua Expeditions — part of the PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP – announces its sixth vessel, Aqua Lares. Launching in February 2026, the 15-suite Aqua Lares will be the first ultra-luxe expedition yacht available to book by the cabin in the Seychelles. Supported by financing from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), this expansion reinforces Aqua’s leadership…
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Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has unveiled highlights of the land offerings available at its highly-anticipated hotel, The Cormorant at 55 South in Puerto Williams, Chile – scheduled to open in January 2026. Nestled in the heart of the Fuegian Archipelago, The Cormorant at 55 South will offer guests an immersive experience in one of the…
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Azamara Cruises, the small-ship cruise line known for Destination Immersion® experiences, is enhancing its most premium accommodations with a newly elevated suite experience, designed to deliver even more value, comfort, and ease for discerning travelers. Beginning with sailings departing April 1, 2026, guests staying in Azamara’s Top Suites, including the Club World Owner’s Suites, Club Ocean Suites, and Spa Suites,…
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Viking® (www.viking.com) announces that its 2027–2028 ocean and expedition voyages are now open for booking. With destination-focused journeys on all seven continents, additional departures are now available across Viking’s award-winning ocean and expedition fleet, including the company’s most popular itineraries. The new sailing dates include voyages on Viking’s newest ocean ship, the Viking Lyra®, which is scheduled to join the…
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Viking® (www.viking.com) has announced that its newest ocean ship, the Viking Mira®, was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Classified as a small ship, as are all Viking ocean ships, the Viking Mira has a gross tonnage of 54,300 tons, with 499 staterooms that can host 998 guests. The ship is scheduled to debut…
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It’s a known fact that traveling provides a sense of adventure and excitement that can help improve overall well-being. When people think of a traditional wellness getaway, spa treatments, yoga retreats and juice cleanses may initially come to mind. However, a trip that explores the world’s most remote and untouched destinations can offer deep, lasting wellness benefits in more ways…
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Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, today announced that reservations for Suites and Residences aboard EXPLORA I during the FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2026 are officially open. Just steps from the circuit, EXPLORA I offers a reimagined perspective on this legendary weekend, where the pulse of the race meets the calm of…
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Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury and expedition travel, has unveiled its first-ever expedition Grand Voyage – the 94-day “Pole to Pole: Grand Expedition” on the purpose-built Seabourn Venture. Departing on August 17 and concluding November 19, 2027, the voyage will span more than 20,500 nautical miles, charting a course from the High Arctic to Antarctica and offering a once-in-a-lifetime combination…
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Aqua Expeditions is a recognized global leader in luxury small-ship expeditions taking its guests to one of a kind remote destination such as The Mekong, The Amazon, The Galápagos, and Indonesia. Each of Aqua’s luxury voyages works with award winning local chefs to promise an authentic, superlative dining experience, whilst tailoring onboard menus to match each region, using locally sourced…
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