MSC Cruises, the world’s largest privately owned cruise line and market leader in Europe and South America, announced today that MSC Meraviglia, the sophisticated mega smart ship launched in June 2017, will kick off its inaugural season in North America making its maiden call in New York on Oct. 7, 2019 and offering three sailings departing from New York. Bringing…
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MSC Seaside comes into service & Prepares to set sail for Miami
On December 1, 2017 in the port of Trieste, MSC Cruises celebrated the coming into service of MSC Seaside, the new flagship for MSC Cruises, as she prepares to welcome the first guests and cross the Atlantic for her new home in Miami. MSC Seaside is the Company’s 14th addition to the MSC Cruises fleet and the second MSC Cruises…
Read MoreExplore Rarely Seen Wonders of Alaska with Windstar’s New Signature Expeditions
Windstar Cruises is serving up intimate adventures and active enrichment with a luxurious twist announcing the launch of a new Signature Expeditions program. Windstar’s Signature Expeditions will offer extremely high touch experiences both onboard ship and in the marine and wildlife environments where the award-winning boutique line sails. The new Signature Expeditions program kicks off in May of 2018 with…
Read MoreLive La Dolce Vita This Valentine’s Day with CroisiEurope
Set off an unforgettably romantic vacation this winter, soaking in the gorgeous sights and flavors of Southern Italy. A special offer from Europe’s largest and longest-standing river cruise company, CroisiEurope, celebrates Valentine’s Day with an eight-day Mediterranean cruise, from $1,486 per person. This itinerary travels round-trip from Naples on February 9, February 16 and February 23, 2018. CroisiEurope is inviting all…
Read MoreHurtigruten Reveals New Hybrid Ships and 2019/2020 Polar Adventures
Named after two of the greatest heroes in Polar history, MS Roald Amundsen and MS Fridtjof Nansen, Hurtigruten’s new hybrid powered expedition ships, will combine state of the art technology and premium on board experience with Hurtigruten’s 125 years of experience and unparalleled destination expertise. The result: The next generation of adventure travel. 2019/2020 Voyages: Hurtigruten, the world leader in…
Read MoreHolland America Receives 8 Honors in Porthole 2017 Readers’ Choice Awards
Holland America Line dominated Porthole Cruise Magazine’s 2017 Readers’ Choice Awards with eight honors. Readers from Porthole, one of the world’s leading consumer cruise travel publications, recognized Holland America Line in areas that covered everything from destinations to onboard and shoreside experiences. The awards include Best Canada/New England and Northern Europe Itineraries; Best Shore Excursions; Best Spa Facilities; Most Eco-Friendly…
Read MoreRichard Branson Launches Virgin Voyages with $3.9 Billion Cruise Ship Fleet
Virgin Group Founder Sir Richard Branson and Virgin Voyages President and CEO Tom McAlpin hosted a ‘Ship Tease’, where key details were revealed about what sailors can expect on the first of three ships, coming to the high seas in 2020. Live from Fincantieri’s shipyard in Genoa, Italy, they also celebrated the laying of the keel for the first ship,…
Read MoreVariety Cruises Special Winter 2017/18 Offers on Select Costa Rica/Panama Sailings
Variety Cruises announced two special promotions for its Costa Rica programs on seven winter 2017/18 departures. The award-winning boutique cruise-line is promoting an opportunity for travelers to explore Costa Rica and Panama with a private yacht experience at specially reduced rates. Highlights of the first offer are a 40% reduction on official rates in double occupancy or no single supplement…
Read MoreCelebrity Cruises 2017 Holiday Sailings
Guests can leave the stress of the holiday season on dry land and let Celebrity Cruises handle all the planning during their upcoming 2017-18 Holiday Sailings. These special cruises are immersive, festive celebrations that feature Celebrity’s dynamic destinations all over the world. Guests can indulge in traditional cuisine, curated by Celebrity’s Michelin-Starred chef, and enjoy themed celebrations (i.e. holiday plays…
Read MoreAmerican Cruise Lines Triples Capacity in the Entire Pacific Northwest
American Cruise Lines, the leader in U.S. cruising, announces two new itineraries for 2018 in Puget Sound—5-day Highlights of Puget Sound and 11-day Grand Puget Sound. These spectacular cruises are roundtrip from Seattle, WA, and will triple the Line’s capacity in the region, as the Line already offers a popular 8-day cruise to Puget Sound & the San Juan Islands…
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