The 2017 travel awards season has concluded and Seabourn, the world’s finest ultra-luxury cruise line, is shining with 22 top travel industry awards and distinctions, including best in luxury and readers’ choice nominations. In addition to the top-tier awards, the company received additional recognition from consumer and trade outlets at other levels in a variety of categories. The breadth of…
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Ponant Announces New Expedition Cruise Icebreaker
The only French cruise ship operator and world leader in polar expeditions, PONANT has signed a construction contract for the world’s first luxury icebreaker cruise ship, a hybrid electric ship powered by Liquified Natural Gas. Designed specifically to explore the extreme regions of the northern and southern hemispheres, its technology will allow it to sail in total safety and comfort…
Read MoreViking Sun Sets Sail on First World Cruise From Miami to London
Viking® (www.vikingcruises.com) today celebrated the kickoff of its inaugural World Cruise on its fourth and newest ocean ship, Viking Sun®, welcoming guests in Miami for the sold out 141-day itinerary. Viking Sun will spend nearly the next five months on the World Cruise, which spans five continents, 35 countries and 64 ports. During this journey from Miami to London, guests will…
Read MoreIntroducing Seabourn Ovation, Extraordinary in Every Way
In spring 2018, Seabourn will introduce Seabourn Ovation, the latest achievement in the company’s 30 years as the leader in ultra-luxury cruising. The intimate 300-suite vessel stands out as a small ship among the ever-larger ships more commonly built today, embodying a graceful and persuasive argument for exclusivity. Ovation’s sleek white silhouette reveals her fabulous private yacht lineage. The warm,…
Read MoreTop 5 Reasons to Sail with Regent Seven Seas Cruises
A voyage aboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises is designed to make travel a truly exceptional, authentically immersive experience, both aboard the ship and on shore. For the passionate foodie, there are insider’s tastings at the finest markets, tables and vineyards. For those who cherish culture and history, there are intimate guided tours and up-close experiences. Those passionate about natural wonders…
Read MoreSeabourn Kicks Off The Holiday Season with a ‘Wish List’ of Exceptional Offers
Seabourn, the world’s finest ultra-luxury cruise line, is marking the beginning of the 2017 holiday season by featuring a “Wish List” sale, which starts November 24, on a selection of global voyages through summer 2018. A pioneer in ultra-luxury cruising, Seabourn has earned wide acclaim and numerous accolades from cruise industry observers, travel professionals and travelers alike since launching its…
Read MoreRegent Seven Seas Cruises Names New Ship Launching in 2020
Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the most inclusive luxury experience, today announced the name of its new ship, scheduled for delivery in the first quarter of 2020. The second Explorer-class ship will embody and enhance the elegance, style and luxury that brought forth the high-end features and amenities that have made sister-ship Seven Seas Explorer renowned as the most luxurious ship…
Read MoreSilversea’s Unique Silver Cloud Completes Refurbishment
Silversea’s Silver Cloud has completed an extensive two-month refurbishment at a total investment of over $USD40 million to become an ice class expedition vessel. The ship has undergone comprehensive enhancements to bring guests the luxury, style and comfort synonymous with Silversea’s classic vessels while maximizing guests’ expedition experience. The ship is now travelling to Buenos Aires where guests will embark…
Read MoreSilversea Cruises Offers Free Shore Excursions on Caribbean Voyages
To take the chill off the coming winter, ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises has launched a limited-time offer of Free Shore Excursions on sailings to the tropical, sun-kissed isles of the Caribbean. On select 2018 voyages of the all-suite, butler-serviced Silver Wind and Silver Muse, guests may enrich their luxury Caribbean cruise experience with a Free Shore Excursion in every port of…
Read MoreLegendary Cunard Experience Returns to Alaska
In 2019, Cunard will sail to Alaska, bringing the beauty of the Pacific Northwest to guests once again. A series of voyages beginning in May 2019 will combine the magnificence of Alaska with the luxury of Cunard as Queen Elizabeth sails from Japan to Alaska and then remains in the region through June. The ship will then transport passengers down…
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