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MSC World America completes sea trials
MSC Cruises’ latest newbuild, MSC World America has successfully completed the deep-water intensive systems tests during a final sea trial in the Atlantic Ocean. MSC World America will become MSC Cruises’ 23rd ship and represents an evolution for the cruise line’s successful World Class platform with re-imagined venues and concepts tailored specifically to the U.S. market, combining European style … [Read More...]
Windstar Announces New Southeast Asia Program Aboard Star Seeker
Windstar Cruises is launching a new Southeast Asia program aboard the Star Seeker, debuting in December 2025. The Star Seeker offers a more intimate and in-depth exploration of Southeast Asia’s culture, cuisine, and history compared to typical cruises, focusing on longer stays in key destinations and avoiding industrial ports. Key Features Itineraries begin in Hanoi, Bangkok, and Phuket, allowing … [Read More...]
Virgin Voyages Issues Scam Warning to Cruise Passengers
A great deal can seem too good to turn down, but Virgin Voyages is reaching out to guests to alert them to new fraud and scam problems that appear to be targeting the cruise line’s “Sailors.” The cruise line has emailed Sailors with tips for how to avoid such schemes and protect their bookings. “We’ve become aware that some Sailors are being targeted by scammers and fraudsters,” the email … [Read More...]
MSC World America Completes Sea Trials, Preps for Delivery
MSC Cruises’ newest World-class ship, MSC World America, has concluded her final sea trials with success and is undergoing her final outfitting before handover to the cruise line in late March 2025. The 216,638-gross ton ship under construction at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France, was put through her paces during the series of sea trials. The trials test and … [Read More...]
MSC World America Passes Sea Trials Ahead of Debut in Miami
MSC Cruises’ newest mega cruise ship, MSC World America, successfully completed sea trials this week. The ship will make its debut in Miami in April and can carry almost 9,000 passengers and crew members. MSC World America is the newest flagship from MSC Cruises, the third largest cruise line in the world. All new cruise ships are required to go through sea trials to make sure the vessel is … [Read More...]
MSC World America Completes Sea Trials
MSC Cruises’ new flagship, MSC World America, has successfully finished sea trials in the Atlantic Ocean, testing its systems. The ship is designed for the U.S. market, with updated features and concepts. ABOUT MSC WORLD AMERICA The ship will have seven themed districts with various bars, restaurants, and entertainment. The sea trials evaluated the ship’s engines, handling, fuel efficiency, … [Read More...]
Countdown to Celebration Key Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Details
Carnival Cruise Line’s upcoming exclusive private destination, Celebration Key, is exciting many cruise passengers and today marks just five months before the first ship, Carnival Vista, will visit the Bahamian port. Now, the cruise line is offering a behind-the-scenes look at Celebration Key with unique insights and special reveals about what guests will be able to enjoy when they visit. In … [Read More...]
Ex-Fiancé Cancels Cruise, Carnival Saves the Day!
What happens onboard, stays onboard – unless your vengeful ex-fiancé decides otherwise. Picture this: you’ve finally booked your first ever cruise with your spouse, a well earned vacation away from work and the kids. Everything is falling into place – the flights are booked, the nanny is confirmed, and everything is paid for. It is all smooth sailing until the storm hits all at once – the … [Read More...]
Oceania Cruises Announces 12 New Culinary Tours for 2025
Oceania Cruises has launched 12 new Culinary Discovery Tours for 2025. These chef-led tours will be available in: Europe/UK: Amsterdam, Belfast, Invergordon, Valencia, VallettaAsia: Kobe, Kochi, Shimizu (Japan), Busan (South Korea)North America: Halifax, Quebec City, Victoria Oceania Cruises Now Offers 46 Culinary Discovery Tours Oceania Cruises now offers 46 Culinary Discovery Tours on its four … [Read More...]
Carnival Cruise Line’s New Port Opens in Five Months
Five months from today, Carnival Cruise Line will open their newest cruise port in The Bahamas, Celebration Key.Carnival Cruise Line President Christine Duffy and Carnival Corp. CEO Josh Weinstein look out over Celebration Key on Grand Bahama during a special behind-the-scenes tour of the exclusive destination’s construction. Celebration Key is scheduled to open on July 19, 2025 and will be the … [Read More...]