Silversea Cruises® and MEYER WERFT celebrated the keel laying of Silver Ray℠ on March 23, hosting select Travel Advisors for a symbolic ceremony at the shipyard in Papenburg, Germany. An age-old shipbuilding tradition, the keel laying marks the start of a ship’s assembly. The second ship in Silversea’s pioneering Nova class, the 728-guest Silver Ray is expected to enter service…
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises Announces Faberge Spotlight Voyages
Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, and Fabergé, the globally revered jewelry Maison, have collaborated to create two new Spotlight Voyages. The two special sailings will bring guests into the world of Fabergé with small group master-class programs, exclusive access to unique and intimate shore-side tours, jeweled egg demonstrations and fascinating lectures and screenings. Additionally,…
Read MoreCelebrity Cruises Launches 2 New Preview Sailings for New Ship Ascent
Offering two exclusive preview sailings prior to her official maiden voyage, Celebrity Cruises, is giving travelers the chance to sample a taste of relaxed luxury at sea on board the brand-new Celebrity Ascent, the fourth ship in the industry-transforming Edge Series. The two new sailings include: a four-night Western Caribbean itinerary departing Port Everglades on November 22, 2023, and taking guests to…
Read MoreIlma, the Second Yacht from The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, Opens Reservations
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection announces the opening of reservations for the inaugural season of Ilma, the second new build superyacht in its growing fleet. Slated to take the seas in September 2024 with a seven-night maiden voyage from Athens, Greece to Haifa, Israel, Ilma, which translates to “water” in Maltese, will pay homage to the sea, delivering guests an exciting new way to…
Read MoreRegent Seven Seas Cruises Floats Out Seven Seas Grandeur
The culmination of a 30-year Heritage of Perfection, Seven Seas Grandeur™ floated from the building dry dock on January 26, 2023, marking a major construction milestone. Luxury travelers can see the moment the traditional good luck champagne bottle was shattered against her hull during the float out ceremony here. “While our new ships are always highly anticipated Seven Seas Grandeur…
Read MoreAzamara’s Latest Ship, Azamara Onward, Makes its Miami Debut
Azamara – the upmarket cruise line and leader in Destination Immersion experiences – celebrated the arrival of its latest ship, Azamara Onward, in Miami with a plaque exchanging ceremony on December 12. Local government officials, PortMiami leadership team, and Azamara’s shoreside team came together to commemorate Azamara Onward’s debut at the state-of-the-art PortMiami terminal in the city where the cruise line is headquartered….
Read MoreAmerican Cruise Lines Sails into 2023 with 3 New Ships, 10 New Itineraries, 21 New Ports
American Cruise Lines announces 3 new small ships, 10 new itineraries, and 21 new ports for the 2023-2024 season ahead. The company has just published a brand new 2023-2024 brochure and all cruises are available to book online. Next year, American will have 17 small ships exploring 35 states along 50+ itineraries, including over 11 itineraries on the Mississippi River…
Read MoreDiscovery Princess – The Ultimate Tour of Princess’ Newest Ship
Discovery Princess®, is the third vessel designed from the ground up with Princess MedallionClass® and the final Royal-class ship, will continue to deliver an array of innovative new experiences. Enjoy 270-degree sweeping views from Princess’ largest balconies at sea, unwind in ultimate comfort at The Sanctuary, and indulge your senses with world-class dining options from Michelin-star and renowned chefs. Plus,…
Read MoreSilversea Cruises Cuts Steel for Second Nova-Class Ship, Silver Ray
Leading ultra-luxury travel brand Silversea Cruises® officially begins the construction of Silver Ray℠, the second ship in the Nova class, holding a traditional steel cutting ceremony at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, on November 23. Silver Ray is set to join her sister ship, Silver Nova℠, as one of the most environmentally conscious ships ever built when she…
Read MoreViking Takes Delivery of Newest Ocean Ship, Neptune
Viking® (www.viking.com) has taken delivery of the company’s newest ocean ship, the Viking Neptune®. The delivery ceremony took place this morning when the ship was presented at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy. While identical to Viking’s other ocean ships, the Viking Neptune is equipped with a small hydrogen fuel system, making it the cruise industry’s first ship to test the…
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