Cruising the World in Style
As of the end of August, Türkiye has welcomed 1.5 million passengers across its 18 cruise ports, marking the highest number of arrivals in the last 12 years. August also achieved the highest monthly arrival total in the country’s history: a record-breaking 357,646 passengers. The number of passengers increased by 56% compared to 2023 and 18% compared to 2024, and…
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Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has officially embarked on its Grand Voyage Mediterranean 2025 — a 55-day immersion through iconic cities such as Venice, Dubrovnik, and Naples, as well as hidden gems like Kotor and Trapani. From September 24th to November 18th, Silver Spirit will connect guests with 45 destinations across 12 countries, offering them a…
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Swan Hellenic has unveiled the details of its first-ever cultural expedition cruises of the Asia-Pacific region, enabled by the return of SH Minerva, which has brought the pioneering company’s fleet to full strength. Offered over two seasons, discerning adventurers have a choice of seven expertly-curated cruises, five in April and May 2026, followed by a further two in September, all…
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Award-winning global leader in small-ship expeditions, Aqua Expeditions — part of the PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP – announces its sixth vessel, Aqua Lares. Launching in February 2026, the 15-suite Aqua Lares will be the first ultra-luxe expedition yacht available to book by the cabin in the Seychelles. Supported by financing from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), this expansion reinforces Aqua’s leadership…
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Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, has unveiled highlights of the land offerings available at its highly-anticipated hotel, The Cormorant at 55 South in Puerto Williams, Chile – scheduled to open in January 2026. Nestled in the heart of the Fuegian Archipelago, The Cormorant at 55 South will offer guests an immersive experience in one of the…
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Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today announced its first river voyages in India on the Viking Brahmaputra, a new 80-guest vessel designed specifically for the Brahmaputra River. Currently under construction and scheduled to debut in late 2027, the Viking Brahmaputra will set a new standard for modern river voyages in India. The ship will sail between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat in the northeastern state of…
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Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, is elevating the way guests experience the untouched beauty of the Galápagos Islands. Starting July 5, 2025, guests traveling to the Galápagos with Silversea will experience an enhanced journey to and from the archipelago, eliminating a layover in Guayaquil, and reducing travel time to two hours. And, with pre- and post-cruise…
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Award-winning expedition travel company Aurora Expeditions has today unveiled its Arctic & Beyond 2027 season, featuring 25 transformative voyages across some of the most remote and awe-inspiring destinations on Earth. With departures ranging from eight to 16 days aboard two of Aurora’s purpose-built expedition ships, Greg Mortimer and Sylvia Earle, the new season invites travelers to experience intimate small-ship adventures…
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Travelers seeking more than just fleeting moments along the Mediterranean coast will find their ideal voyage with Azamara Cruises. As leaders in Destination Immersion® experiences, Azamara encourages guests to fully explore each port they visit with Extended Destination Days, offering 10 or more hours in port. A Leader in Greek Exploration Nowhere is Azamara’s commitment to immersive travel more evident…
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Viking® (www.viking.com) has announced its expedition team supported the discovery of a new colony of chinstrap penguins not previously known to science on Diaz Rock, near Astrolabe Island, in Antarctica. The finding took place in January 2024 when Viking’s expedition vessel, the Viking Octantis®, visited Astrolabe Island, a three-mile-long island, located in the Bransfield Strait of the Trinity Peninsula in…
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