Cruising the World in Style
January 2017 welcomed Rascal, a boundary-pushing, new breed of superyacht. Chilled out, carefree and unpretentious luxury cruising with relaxed world-class service and a tropical-chic design. Available for private charter around the Indonesian Archipelago, here are 10 reasons why everyone should make a Rascal voyage top of their agenda for 2017… 1. The only Phinisi superyacht to have all five cabins…
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As travelers get ready to cruise this year, Holland America Line is launching its popular Ready Set Sail promotion featuring pre-paid gratuities and up to $500 onboard spending money per stateroom. Guests who book a Holland America Line cruise by June 1, 2017, will be eligible to receive the offer, and guests who book a suite also will receive an…
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Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, announced ten new Journeys to Cuba in 2018. Sailing roundtrip from PortMiami, itineraries range in length from 7 to 10 days; all include calls in Havana and the storied destinations of Cienfuegos, and Santiago de Cuba. Imbued with a profound sense of culture and history, Cuba overflows with opportunities for authentic encounters…
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Silversea has released a selection of renderings showcasing the beautifully crafted Silver Cloud interiors ahead of her conversion into an ice-class expedition ship, which will take place between August and October this year. Silver Cloud, which launched the Silversea fleet in 1994, will offer the ultra-luxury distinctions of a classic Silversea ship combined with the strength and maneuverability required for…
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Life is good on European Waterways’ hotel barge cruises with the recent announcement that it is offering 20% off per person on La Bella Vita, an intimate, 20-passenger vessel that cruises the waterways between Venice and Mantua in Italy. The offer, which applies to departures on April 30 and May 28, also includes a waiver of the single supplement. With…
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PONANT is participating in the 3rd edition of the “Goût de / Good France” event held on March 21, 2017. For the occasion, the cruise line will be celebrating French gastronomy, which has pride of place aboard its ships, by holding a special gala dinner for its passengers. It is the 3rd edition of this wonderful event which shines the…
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Charter agent, Barbara Müller, barbara@ocyachts.com, tells us about the magnificent sailing yacht Emmaline for charter. Please tell us a little bit about Emmaline. Dutch designed and built by Holland Jachtbouw in 2003, EMMALINE is a beautifully balanced modern classic spread over 32.33 meters (106’1” feet). She sleeps 6 guests in 3 cabins with a crew of 4. Derived from the…
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Caribbean Princess will undergo an extensive two-week drydock in Freeport, Bahamas, March 26-April 6. She will emerge from a multi-million-dollar renovation with new offerings appealing for families, including Camp Discovery Youth & Teen Center, upgraded Movies Under the Stars, Princess Luxury Bed and interconnecting staterooms, just in time for the upcoming Europe summer and fall Caribbean seasons. The cruise ship…
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Oceania Cruises, recognized for its culinary-focused voyages and award-winning Canyon Ranch SpaClub® facilities, announced a ground-breaking wellness and cruise-industry first in the form of exclusive and comprehensive tours focused on wellness and healthy living. The innovative new tour series, Wellness Tours Inspired by Canyon Ranch, is the first of its kind in the cruise industry and the most comprehensive, and will debut…
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Start spreading the news, Windstar Cruises will be sailing into (and out of) Manhattan on its first-ever itineraries in New England and Canada beginning summer/fall 2018. Windstar’s 212-guest all-suite yacht Star Pride will embark on four new sailings (with five sail dates) that span nine to 16 days, offering leisurely opportunities to enjoy fall foliage and discover charming New England…
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