American Cruise Lines has successfully launched its second new modern riverboat American Harmony at Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD, on Saturday, November 17th. American Harmony is the 2nd modern riverboat in the U.S. and the 2nd of 5 planned ships in American’s revolutionary new series. The 1st ship in the series, American Song, began cruising a sold out inaugural season…
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30% Off Black Friday Special on European Barge Cruises
European Waterways announced a limited time Black Friday special of 30% off on select 6-night all-inclusive hotel barge cruises in Europe for spring 2019. The promotion represents savings of up $17,850 and charters as low as $24,150 during one of Europe’s most picturesque times of the year, when the countryside begins to burst into bloom. The savings are good on…
Read MoreA Voyage to the Ends of the World with Silversea Expeditions
With 2018 marking 10 years of luxury expedition cruising for Silversea and its guests, the industry-leading cruise line takes the opportunity to highlight an array of polar expedition itineraries for summer 2019 and winter 2019/2020. The voyages will enable guests to travel deeper into the otherworldly landscapes of both Polar Regions, in ultimate comfort, as they journey closer to the authentic…
Read MoreSunsail Offers New Food & Wine Sailing Flotilla in Portorosa, Sicily
Sunsail announces a brand-new journey in Sicily for 2019. The eight day adventure sails along the Sicilian Coast and Aeolian Islands, exploring the stunning volcanic islands, spectacular black sand beaches and more. The new SailEATalia Sail, Wine & Taste of Italy flotilla departs from Sunsail’s Portorosa, Sicily base and begins with mouth-watering seafood and local homemade wines on the natural hot spring island…
Read MoreWindstar Cruises Announces $250 Million Star Plus Initiative
Windstar Cruises today announces the $250 Million Star Plus Initiative, a major investment and expansion for the innovative cruise company. The multi-million dollar, multi-year undertaking will impact and enhance all aspects of the guest experience for the highly awarded small ship cruise line’s three Star Class vessels. The initiative will expand guest accommodations on the boutique line’s three all-suite vessels…
Read MoreWorld’s Largest Cruise Ship Makes Its U.S. Debut at Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral welcomed the world’s largest cruise ship before dawn Thursday as Royal Caribbean International’s Symphony of the Seas made its historic first North American port of call. The massive cruise vessel arrived at the Port’s Cruise Terminal 1 from Malaga, Spain with nearly 5,500 cruise guests and 2,200 international crew members. After crossing the Atlantic, the cruise ship, which…
Read MoreAzamara Launches 2021 Cruise Itineraries
Azamara has officially launched their Q1 2021 itineraries. The boutique cruise line has confirmed its return to Japan with new country-intensive voyages – where guests can explore numerous ports within one country and stay late or overnight in most cities – in addition to debuting its newest ship – Azamara Pursuit – in Australia and New Zealand. Continuing its dedication to Destination Immersion® experiences around the world, Azamara will set sail across four…
Read MoreViking Announces New Greek Odyssey Itinerary for 2021
Viking® has announced a new 11-day ocean cruise itinerary, Greek Odyssey, that will allow guests to explore the ancient empires of antiquity of the Aegean Sea during the quiet season. Sailing roundtrip from Athens starting in January 2021, the new itinerary features three new ports of call for Viking, including Volos, Thessaloníki and Nafpilo in Greece, as well as a…
Read MoreHalong Bay’s Largest Five-Star Cruise Sets Sail
Halong Bay is bracing itself for its biggest and most luxurious cruising vessel yet replete with 46 spacious cabins, an evening piano bar, spa, fine dining restaurant and two expansive sun decks. New luxury Vietnamese cruise operator Lion Asia will debut the first of two President Cruises ships at the UNESCO World Heritage site on November 12. The second vessel…
Read MoreSilversea Venetian Society Voyage 2018 Sets High Standards
Silversea‘s greatly anticipated Venetian Society voyage concluded emphatically in Lisbon on October 18, following a varied itinerary which incorporated a number of unique, bespoke events. Having departed from Monte Carlo on October 9, 2018, Silversea’s Silver Whisper visited a number of destinations in France and Spain. Hosted by Fernando Barroso De Oliveira, Silversea’s Executive Chairman’s ambassador to the Venetian Society, the annual voyage unlocked…
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