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Viking Takes Delivery of Newest River Ship in Europe, Viking Gyda Will Sail Portugal’s Douro River

August 29, 2025 Editor

Viking® (www.viking.com) announced the delivery of its newest river ship, the Viking Gyda, which will sail exclusively on Portugal’s Douro River. The delivery ceremony for the Viking Gyda took place at the West Sea shipyard in Viana do Castello, Portugal. “With its rich history, culture and winemaking traditions, Portugal continues to be a very appealing destination for our guests,” said…

World’s Best Female Chef Named Godmother of Celebrity Xcel

August 25, 2025 Editor

Celebrity Cruises announces Janaína Torres as Godmother of Celebrity Xcel, the first Brazilian chef to be appointed as such for a major cruise line. Named Best Female Chef in the World 2024 by World’s 50 Best, Torres is widely recognized for her innovative and no-waste approach to cooking that blends heritage with purpose. Torres and Celebrity share a passion for…

Viking Marks Float Out of Newest Ocean Ship, Viking Mira

August 1, 2025August 1, 2025 Editor

Viking® (www.viking.com) has announced that its newest ocean ship, the Viking Mira®, was “floated out,” marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Classified as a small ship, as are all Viking ocean ships, the Viking Mira has a gross tonnage of 54,300 tons, with 499 staterooms that can host 998 guests. The ship is scheduled to debut…

Viking Takes Delivery of Newest Ocean Ship, Viking Vesta

June 27, 2025 Editor

Viking® (www.viking.com) has taken delivery of the company’s newest ocean ship, the Viking Vesta®. The delivery ceremony took place this morning when the ship was presented at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy. Classified as a small ship, as are all Viking ocean ships, the Viking Vesta has 499 staterooms that can host 998 guests. The Viking Vesta joins the company’s…

Silversea Officially Names Silver Nova in Fort Lauderdale

January 5, 2024 Editor

Heralding a new world of luxury at sea, Silversea™ officially named Silver Nova® during an intimate ceremony in Fort Lauderdale on January 4, honoring maritime traditions to welcome the ‘Ship of Light’ to its fleet. The most environmentally conscious ultra-luxury ship ever built, the 728-guest Silver Nova strengthens Royal Caribbean Group’s commitment to delivering the world’s best vacations, responsibly. SILVER NOVA’S NAMING CEREMONY: BAGPIPES, BLESSINGS, AND…

Royal Caribbean Group’s Execs Enjoy Sneak Preview of Silver Nova, Silversea’s 12th Ship

July 12, 2023July 12, 2023 Editor

Embarking the ship in Eemshaven, Netherlands, on July 11, Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty, Royal Caribbean Group Chairman Richard Fain, and Silversea’s President Barbara Muckermann enjoyed a sneak preview of Silver Nova℠, the most environmentally conscious ultra-luxury cruise ship ever built. As well as representing an important milestone on Royal Caribbean Group’s journey to Destination Net Zero, Silver…

Viking Takes Delivery of Newest Ocean Ship

April 26, 2023 Editor

Viking® (www.viking.com) has taken delivery of the company’s newest ocean ship, the Viking Saturn®. The delivery ceremony took place this morning when the ship was presented at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy. Viking also announced that the Viking Saturn will be officially named in New York City on June 6, 2023, by her ceremonial godmother, Ann Ziff, the esteemed philanthropist…

Silversea Cruises Celebrates Keel Laying of Second Nova Class Ship, Silver Ray

March 24, 2023 Editor

Silversea Cruises® and MEYER WERFT celebrated the keel laying of Silver Ray℠ on March 23, hosting select Travel Advisors for a symbolic ceremony at the shipyard in Papenburg, Germany. An age-old shipbuilding tradition, the keel laying marks the start of a ship’s assembly. The second ship in Silversea’s pioneering Nova class, the 728-guest Silver Ray is expected to enter service…

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Announces Faberge Spotlight Voyages

March 16, 2023 Editor

Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, and Fabergé, the globally revered jewelry Maison, have collaborated to create two new Spotlight Voyages. The two special sailings will bring guests into the world of Fabergé with small group master-class programs, exclusive access to unique and intimate shore-side tours, jeweled egg demonstrations and fascinating lectures and screenings. Additionally,…

Celebrity Cruises Launches 2 New Preview Sailings for New Ship Ascent

March 16, 2023 Editor

Offering two exclusive preview sailings prior to her official maiden voyage, Celebrity Cruises, is giving travelers the chance to sample a taste of relaxed luxury at sea on board the brand-new Celebrity Ascent, the fourth ship in the industry-transforming Edge Series. The two new sailings include: a four-night Western Caribbean itinerary departing Port Everglades on November 22, 2023, and taking guests to…