Royal Caribbean International today announced the cruise line’s return to San Juan, Puerto Rico and Philipsburg, St. Maarten marking a major milestone towards the revival of these Caribbean gems which were impacted by recent hurricanes. On Nov. 30, Freedom of the Seas will be the first ship in the fleet to call on San Juan, Puerto Rico, arriving with approximately…
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Windstar Debuts A Taste of James Beard at Sea
Windstar Cruises announces Chef Andy Ricker (pictured) as the new guest chef aboard the January 20, 2018 Icons of Southeast Asia sailing. The James Beard Foundation Culinary Collection cruise is a 14-day journey from Hong Kong to Bangkok, making Ricker – a celebrated Thai cuisine chef – a perfect choice to guide guests on a feast for the senses. Ricker…
Read MoreTauck Expands Cuba Portfolio for 2018
Tauck, a leader in upscale guided travel, is expanding its Cuba programs in 2018 to include a new 11-day small ship cruise itinerary, Cruising Cuba: A Cultural Gem. By working with its longtime partners, Tauck has also been able to reduce the prices of its two Cuba land journeys – the seven-day Cuba: Connecting with People and Culture and the…
Read MoreCelebrity Edge Offering European Vacations In Summer 2019
From Athens to Barcelona to Reykjavik, Celebrity Cruises has all of Europe covered with the brand’s award-winning fleet that delivers unrivaled modern luxury vacations. In 2019, Celebrity will have five stunning ships, including the newest, Celebrity Edge, sailing in the region. With stops in 27 different countries, overnight stays in 16 cities, and visits to more than 90 ports of…
Read MoreWhat’s New In Alaska Small Ship Cruising for 2018
There’s a lot of exciting news coming out of Alaska for the upcoming 2018 small ship cruise season. The experts at AdventureSmith Explorations have just announced the following. The 2018 expedition cruise season in Alaska will begin earlier than ever, an increased number of vessels will now be navigating Alaskan waters, there will be increased opportunities for exploring Glacier Bay…
Read MoreRoyal Caribbean Returns to St. Thomas After Hurricanes
A sweet reunion is in sight; Royal Caribbean International has set the date for its much-awaited return to St. Thomas since the Caribbean destination was impacted by the hurricanes last month. On Nov. 10, the cruise line will make its way to St. Thomas for the first time since early September with Adventure of the Seas. In partnership with the…
Read MoreVictory Cruise Lines Announces Exceptional Offers on Cuba Cruises
Victory Cruise Lines has announced inaugural offers for their 13- to 15-night Cuba circumnavigation cruises. The luxury all-inclusive cruise line starts sailing to Cuba in March of 2018 with a unique itinerary that features two days in almost every Cuban port of call. “After the hurricanes and the diplomatic issues, we wanted to remind everyone that our cruises are still…
Read MoreRoyal Caribbean International Reveals New Wows on Symphony of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International has orchestrated a new vacation experience that is set to redefine family and adventure travel in 2018. Symphony of the Seas, the cruise line’s newest ship, brings together the award-winning and acclaimed features only found on Royal Caribbean, with distinct new experiences that will continue to inspire adventure among guests of all ages. New dining concepts and…
Read MoreAmerican Cruise Lines Named North America’s Leading Cruise Line for a 4th Year in a Row
American Cruise Lines, has been recognized once again—as the leader in American cruising winning multiple prestigious travel industry awards. For a 4th year in a row, the Line has been honored by the World Travel Awards—named 2017’s North America’s Leading Cruise Line, and for a 3rd year in a row, the Line has won Travel Weekly’s Gold & Silver Magellan…
Read MoreViking Cruises Looks to the Stars For Debut of Fifth Ocean Ship
Viking® (www.vikingcruises.com) today announced that American chemist, emergency room physician and recently retired NASA astronaut Dr. Anna Fisher will be honored as godmother to its fifth ocean ship, which will debut in July 2018. The new ship has been named Viking Orion® after the prominent constellation and in honor of Dr. Fisher’s contributions to NASA’s Orion exploration vehicle project. The…
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