On Saturday, December 21st, Crystal Endeavor rolled out of MV Werften in Stralsund, Germany touching water for the first time in the most recent milestone for the polar class expedition vessel. Video footage from the shipyard gives viewers a close-up look of the roll-out process and aerial views of the ship, including its expansive deck space and helicopter pads. The…
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Sail to the Ports of Spain & Portugal on a Variety Cruises’ Yacht
Although many travelers have already been to Spain and Portugal, they can now experience these classic destinations in a completely new way: by small ship. Variety Cruises, an award-winning small ship boutique cruise line, provides passengers the chance to sail along the magnificent coastlines of these coastal European countries. If booked by January 31st, 2020, guests can save 20% on…
Read MoreWindstar Completes 1st Milestone in $250 Million Star Plus Initiative
It’s only appropriate that the culture that gave birth to the Renaissance is where Windstar Cruises ushers in a new era as the leader in small ship cruising by making the final cut to the hull of Star Breeze to “stretch” the first of its three ships and begins the process of inserting a new 84-foot mid-section (25.6 meters) that…
Read MoreSilversea Cruises Unveils Inaugural Voyages For Silver Dawn
Silversea Cruises unveils five new itineraries for Silver Dawn—the 10th ship in the cruise line’s ultra-luxury fleet. The Fincantieri-built, 596-guest vessel will depart Civitavecchia (Rome) on September 22, 2021, spending her inaugural season in the Mediterranean, before crossing to Fort Lauderdale. Part of Silversea’s new collection of voyages for summer 2021 & winter 2021/2022, Silver Dawn’s inaugural season will include the following itineraries: Civitavecchia…
Read MoreSilversea’s Silver Moon Celebrates Float-Out in Italy
On August 29, Silversea’s new ultra-luxury cruise ship, Silver Moon, touched water for the first time at Fincantieri Shipyard in Ancona, Italy. A momentous milestone in the eagerly awaited ship’s build, the float out was marked by a celebratory event and a traditional coin ceremony, held in the presence of top-level representatives from Silversea and Fincantieri, plus VIP guests. Fincantieri…
Read MoreViking Attempts Guinness World Record with Ultimate World Cruise
On Aug 31, 2019, Viking® (www.vikingcruises.com) guests embark on the new Ultimate World Cruise itinerary, a 245-day journey spanning six continents, 51 countries and 111 ports. Sailing from London on Viking’s award-winning 930-guest Viking Sun®, the longest-ever continuous cruise will fully circumnavigate the globe bringing guests to some of the world’s most legendary cities, iconic landmarks and far-flung destinations, before…
Read MoreClassic Wooden Schooner Passing Cloud Celebrates 45 Years on the Canadian Coast
What is the best way to discover some of Canada’s most protected hidden pockets? Look no further than the Passing Cloud, Outer Shores Expeditions’ 70-foot classic wooden schooner now celebrating 45 years on the water. This expedition vessel with its reclaimed teak deck, open skylights, and fascinating maritime history introduces guests to beautiful, rarely-visited corners of Canada’s Pacific Coast. Stops…
Read MoreWindstar Cruises Celebrates Record-Breaking Booking Month
Windstar Cruises reached a milestone with a record-breaking volume of bookings in July. The award-winning line is celebrating the exceptional receptivity of new itineraries and sailing regions by guests and travel advisors. Windstar operates six small cruise ships that specialize in destination authenticity and immersive travel experiences. Windstar’s small ships now sail to 330 unique ports of call, a marked…
Read MoreAmerican Harmony, New Modern Riverboat Heads to New Orleans
American Cruise Lines’ newest modern riverboat, American Harmony, has successfully passed Seatrials and received its Coast Guard Certification. The 2nd ship in the Line’s groundbreaking series of 5 modern riverboats, just departed from Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD. The gorgeous new riverboat is 23 days ahead of schedule and already on its way to New Orleans where it will prepare…
Read MoreWindstar Announces New Australia & New Zealand Small Ship Cruises
Boutique cruise line Windstar Cruises is pointing its compass “Down Under” to Australia and New Zealand for the 2020/2021 winter/spring season. The series of sailings will take place on what will be the newly renovated Star Breeze, an elegant, all-suite ship with balcony and ocean views, carrying just 312 guests. Windstar’s team of travel experts scouted and hand-picked the perfect…
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