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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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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Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, unveiled its 2025 Europe season with a wide range of itineraries to explore the historical wonders and vibrant cultures of the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and Canary Islands. The award-winning, ultra-luxury Seabourn Ovation, Seabourn Encore, and Seabourn Sojourn will take guests on more than 60 unique sailings to hidden harbors, marquee ports,…
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For those still looking to book a late European trip and wish to escape the crowds, there is no better way than on a luxury Silversea cruise across the glorious Mediterranean. Discover everything from the charming seaside villages and ancient archaeological treasures to the storied history and cultures of this illustrious region, all from the comfort of Silversea’s Silver Spirit….
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Greek and family-owned since 1949, and now helmed by the third generation of its founder, Variety Cruises is acknowledged as Greece’s most enduring and distinguished small ship cruise company. In summer 2022 its ships again take to the seas, taking travelers on exciting adventures and inspiring locations, while ensuring that the pillars of sustainable, cultural, and environmental awareness are firmly…
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Galataport Istanbul, a new cruise port and social, cultural and lifestyle destination on the Bosphorus, welcomed its first ship, SeaDream II, on Friday, October 1st. Approximately 150 passengers and crew from Bulgaria Varna, a seaside resort on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast, arrived at 10:00 am local time on October 1st for a two-day homeport operation before sailing to Bulgaria Burgaz. Home…
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This year, Galataport Istanbul, a new social, cultural and lifestyle destination, located on almost a mile of coastline on the Bosphorus, will open in Istanbul in the city’s Karakoy district. The $1.7 billion project is set to revive and redefine Istanbul’s historic port as an exciting lifestyle destination and is projected to welcome 25 million visitors, including seven million tourists…
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Celebrity Cruises announced its return to cruising in Europe today, as company President and CEO, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo confirmed that its brand-new Celebrity Apex, the second stunning ship in the brand’s transformational, multi-award-winning Edge Series, will make its long-awaited world debut in Greece this summer beginning June 19. With luxurious seven-night sailings roundtrip from Athens through September 2021, Celebrity Apex will…
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SeaDream Yacht Club is launching its new 2022 Mediterranean season featuring some inspiring new itineraries including two Black Sea voyages and an Eastern Mediterranean voyage with a return to Israel. SeaDream will also recreate in 2022 some of the Mediterranean voyages that were canceled in 2020 due to Covid-19. The announcement comes as SeaDream opens for reservations 47 new 2022…
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