Holland America Line has announced nearly 30 different cruises in 2025-2026 that will offer longer voyages to the Caribbean on their three newest ships. Each of these cruises will also visit the cruise line’s private island in The Bahamas, Half Moon Cay. The cruise line’s Pinnacle class ships, Koningsdam, Nieuw Statendam, and Rotterdam, will all offer cruises to the Caribbean from Florida. The … [Read more...]
UK Cruise Tourism Celebrates Remarkable Rebound
Great Britain’s cruise data from 2023 is officially in, and the results show a full and powerful recovery, with ship calls and guest arrivals surpassing pre-pandemic numbers. At ports across the UK, records were broken for embarkations as well as for daily transit port calls. Cruise Arrivals Break Pre-Pandemic Records Cruise Britain issued a cruise tourism status report on April 2, 2024, … [Read more...]
Holland America Details 2025-2026 Caribbean Season
Holland America Line will offer nearly 30 different Caribbean itineraries between October 2025 and April 2026. New to the season is the addition of Miami as a homeport, as well as the return of Koningsdam to the region. This will put all three of its newest Pinnacle-class ships in the Caribbean. In addition to weeklong voyages, Holland America will offer longer nine to 14-night sailings that … [Read more...]
Norwegian Offering Further Assistance to Stranded Guests in Africa
Difficulties have continued for eight guests who missed the all-aboard time for Norwegian Dawn while visiting São Tomé and Príncipe on March 27, but Norwegian Cruise Line is helping with expenses as the travelers work to rejoin the ship as soon as possible. Due to weather conditions, the impacted guests were unable to rejoin the ship in Gambia as expected on Monday, April 1, and instead had to … [Read more...]
Competition: Win a river cruise with Riviera Travel
Moon river, wider than a mile / I’m crossing you in style some day... Two drifters, off to see the world / There’s such a lot of world to see.... sang the actress Audrey Hepburn in the classic 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Hepburn was right – there is such a lot of world to see. And if, like Hepburn, you’ve always dreamt of drifting down a river in style, then you may be in luck as Riviera … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean cabins for 5 or more people
It's not always easy to go on a cruise if you have more than four people in your cabin.Royal Caribbean creates great cruise experiences for the whole family, and makes it easy to plan a cruise for four people or less. But what if you have a bigger group? For groups of five or more, more challenges can arise. You often cannot book one on the website but will have to call Royal … [Read more...]
Beauty and the Bottle
The Italian Lakes are among the most beautiful and popular places to visit in Europe. The glory of nature lies all around with glistening waters, picturesque lakeside villages, medieval castles and imposing mountain views. Stretching from the River Po in the south to the lower Alps and the Dolomites to the north, the five major lakes exude their own distinctive charm and jaw-dropping … [Read more...]
Norwegian Viva to undergo minor refurbishment on resposition cruise
Norwegian Viva is brand new, having sailed her maiden voyage only in August last year, but already Norwegian Cruise Line are planning to undertake upgrades to the ship. The cruise line has announced that during the ship’s repositioning voyage from the US to Europe, several public spaces will be either upgraded or overhauled entirely. This work during the 19-night cruise will entail some … [Read more...]
Oasis of the Seas 7-night Western Caribbean and Perfect Day Cruise Compass – March 24, 2024
Have our travel agency partner get you a free quote for a Royal Caribbean cruise State of residence State Which ship? What type of cabin would you like? Where are you interested in cruising? Source: Royalcaribbeanblog.com … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Offering Back to Back 48 Hour Cruise Deals
Royal Caribbean is kicking off April by offering back to back 48 hour cruise deals that offer different perks for two days. Royal Caribbean, the world’s largest cruise line, is offering 60% off the second guest in a cabin plus kids sail free. They are also offering two extra perks with each one lasting for 48 hours. For cruises booked on April 2-3, 2024, you will also receive up to $600 in … [Read more...]
First cruise ship docks at new Stornoway Deep Water port
Following a decade of debate, financing and construction, Stornoway’s new deep-water port has now welcomed its first official visitor – Ambassador Ambition. The 48,000 gross-tonne MS Ambition arrived in Lerwick at 7am on April 1, 2024, before departing for Belfast at 1pm the following day, disgorging 1200 passengers upon the Hebridean shores of Scotland's new cruising hotspot. It will be a further … [Read more...]
Joint venture to build new cruise terminal at Spain’s Barcelona Port
The management board of the Port of Barcelona in Spain has approved the awarding of the construction and operation of a future cruise terminal to a joint venture company formed by the Royal Caribbean Group and UK-based Cruise Terminals International (CTI). The winning bid submitted by Catalonia Cruise Terminal G will incorporate allotted spaces for onshore power supply systems currently being … [Read more...]
Cruise ship arrivals in Türkiye hit 13-year high in first 2 months
The number of cruise ships that arrived in Türkiye in the first two months of the year was recorded at the highest level in the last 13 years, local media reported recently, adding to the momentum observed last year when the ports within the country welcomed record 1.5 million passengers. Some 23 ships docked at eight Turkish ports in January-February, accommodating 23,047 passengers, according to … [Read more...]
New Laos Mekong dates and offers – Pandaw Cruises
Pandaw is happy to announce the release of additional dates for its popular Laos Mekong river adventure due to high demand. “We have also added further offers such as no single supplement and discovery discounts for early bookers on these new dates”, says Pandaw Cruises. “Pandaw’s unique itinerary brings you to the very heart of life along the Upper Mekong, exploring the charming villages of the … [Read more...]
Havila Voyages took first place in the “Sustainability” category at this year’s “Fair Play Awards”
Havila Voyages took first place in the “Sustainability” category at this year’s “Fair Play Awards” organized by the “Cruise Initiative” sales association in Hamburg. The award honors shipping companies that have distinguished themselves through particularly cooperative and transparent collaboration with sales partners and tour operators. For Pia Kuusisto, Head of Germany, who accepted the award … [Read more...]
Hurtigruten Offers 10% Off All 2025/26 Voyages Plus its Most Generous On-Board Credit Ever
Hurtigruten is offering 10% off and an on-board credit of 5,000 Norwegian kroner, equivalent to more than $450, for guests who book before July 31, 2024. Guests can choose between all three of Hurtigruten’s coastal journeys, including the recently-launched The Svalbard Express and North Cape Express, as well as the Original Coastal Express, the legacy route it has operated since 1893. As with all … [Read more...]
Seabourn Unveils ‘The Collection’: Exclusive Cruises Featuring Unique Shoreside Experiences
Seabourn is introducing “The Collection,” a series of exclusive sailings featuring unique, one-of-a-kind shoreside experiences that complement the line’s unparalleled, ultra-luxury experiences. The first sailings to launch as part of “The Collection” include a selection of Western Mediterranean voyages on Seabourn Venture in 2025, featuring exclusive access to private cultural events, fine … [Read more...]
Cruise Lines Dive into April Fools’ Day with Outlandish Innovations
Cruise lines around the globe embraced the playful spirit of April Fools’ Day, unveiling a series of whimsical and utterly fabricated innovations designed to tickle the fancy of cruise lovers everywhere. From Carnival’s soggy pizza savior to Royal Caribbean’s sea-plunging slide, the creativity on display April 1st knew no bounds. Carnival Cruise Line’s Pasta Queen and the Fetta … [Read more...]
Scottish Port Kicks Off Busiest Cruise Season In History
Europe is slowly but surely preparing for the arrival of hundreds of cruise ships that will be sailing around the continent this summer. Many ports expect the busiest season to date this year, including the Scottish port of Lerwick. Lerwick is the capital of the Shetland Islands and an increasingly popular hotspot for cruise ships and expedition cruises. With abundant wildlife and … [Read more...]
Cruise Line Introduces Series of Exclusive Mediterranean Cruises
Seabourn has announced the upcoming launch of “The Collection,” a series of specialized sailings set for 2025. The cruises will feature unique shoreside experiences, including tennis tournaments, cultural events, and private winery dinners. Exclusive Experiences by Seabourn Seabourn is set to introduce “The Collection,” a new lineup of sailings aimed at offering unique and exclusive … [Read more...]