There’s something inherently romantic about a sailing vacation: the warm air on your skin, the thrill of visiting far flung locations, the vibrant sunsets glimpsed from a cozy spot on deck. For travelers looking to celebrate their love—whether on Valentine’s day, a honeymoon, anniversary, vow renewal, proposal or just a retreat for two—the romance of gliding into an exotic port aboard one of the … [Read more...]
Carnival Guests Share in Special Valentine’s Day Vow Renewals As Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal Virtually Officiates. All 24 Carnival Ships Welcome Couples to Join Carnival’s Largest Vow Renewal at Sea
This Valentine’s Day, thousands of couples are symbolically renewing their vows, while sailing on Carnival Cruise Line voyages, during special onboard ceremonies virtually officiated by Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal. Altogether, the fleetwide event will mark Carnival’s largest-ever Vow Renewal at Sea. Across Carnival’s fleet, couples are taking part in onboard ceremonies while the ships are … [Read more...]
Cruise Baltic and partners of the network invest in a sustainable cruise industry
The Cruise Baltic network and its partners continue to invest in sustainability. In 2022 the network launched an overview of onshore power supply, had 19 cruise lines commit to the use of onshore power supply in the Baltic Sea region and more than half of the partners in the network introduced new sustainable initiatives or projects themselves. 2022 was an eventful year in more than one meaning. … [Read more...]
China’s first home-grown cruise ship almost 90 per cent finished, and its cables could nearly span the nation’s width
China is aiming to deliver its first large cruise ship this year as the country continues to take critical steps towards boosting its self-reliance on advanced manufacturing. The H1508 vessel, China’s first home-grown cruise ship, has been in the works since October 2019 and is expected to be afloat by May, according to state media reports. Sea trials will start in July, and the ship will be named … [Read more...]
Lyttelton, New Zealand, ‘overrun and overwhelmed’ by cruise ship passengers
Lyttelton is being “overrun and overwhelmed” by the volume of cruise ship passengers, residents say. Locals are worried about the long-term impact of the cruise industry on their “sleepy little town” and are fed up at having to battle the crowds when taking the bus. But, public bus network operator Environment Canterbury (ECan) says it is struggling to meet passenger demand as it grapples with a … [Read more...]
Pandaw on the Mekong: 20 years of pioneering adventures
In 2002, Pandaw pioneered travel by river along the Mekong River, sailing between Saigon and the temples of Angkor at Siem Reap aboard the purposely built RV Mekong Pandaw. 20 years on, Pandaw continues to lead the way for adventurous travellers in Indochina with the launch of its new 10-night Mekong cruise, still sailing aboard the RV Mekong Pandaw who has been lovingly refitted many times since … [Read more...]
From the City of the Gods to the City of the Doges, a Ponant cruise with dancers from the Paris Opera Ballet
PONANT and the Paris Opera (Opéra national de Paris) have joined forces in an unprecedented partnership for an outstanding voyage in 2024. Six dancers from the Opera’s ballet company, including prima ballerinas Valentine Colasante and Mathieu Ganio, will be invited onboard to promote dance beyond theatreland, for the delight of PONANT guests. From Athens to Venice via Corfu and Dubrovnik, 1st to … [Read more...]
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection to Open Reservations for the “Ilma”
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has announced that reservations for the fleet’s new ship, the “Ilma”, will be open soon. The company revealed that Marriott Bonvoy Elite Members will have exclusive access to reservations before they open to all guests. Reservations open in the following order: > February 15, 2023, for Ambassador Elite Members> February 24, 2023, for Platinum Elite … [Read more...]
“Cast off” for the love adventure on board AIDAcosma. VOX is showing the first episode of the new four-part dating format “Herz an Bord”
Just in time for Valentine’s Day tomorrow, VOX is showing the first episode of the new four-part dating format “Herz an Bord,” which can be seen every Tuesday at 8:15 p.m. on VOX. Starting February 14, 2023, it can also be streamed on RTL+ seven days before it airs on TV. For four single women the probably largest adventure of their life begins. On board AIDAcosma, they will search for their … [Read more...]
Abercrombie & Kent Unveils 2024-25 Expedition Cruise Portfolio. New voyages to remote destinations including the North Pole, Saudi Arabia and the Solomon Islands, as well as added departures to perennial favorites Japan and Greece
As interest in small-ship expedition cruising continues to grow, Abercrombie & Kent previews its 2024-25 Luxury Expedition CruisesSM portfolio, featuring 17 cruises on all seven continents, including some of the most remote and least-visited destinations. On the inaugural departure of North Pole Expedition Cruise: The Ultimate Frontier, A&K will exclusively charter the innovative luxury … [Read more...]
Guernsey named as the ‘Best UK & British Isles Port of Call’ by Cruise Critic. Guernsey is set to welcome 75 cruise calls during 2023
<img src="https://www.cruisebritain.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Guernsey-for-e-shot-Feb-23-770x350.jpg" hspace="10" vspace="3" align="left" width="300" title="For the fourth time Guernsey has been named as the ‘Best UK & British Isles Port of Call’ at Cruise Critic’s annual cruise industry awards (Image at LateCruiseNews.com – … [Read more...]
YSA Design joins Northern Xplorer venture
YSA Design has become a key member of the team planning to build the world’s first zero-emissions cruise ship, following a formal invitation to join the consortium behind the Northern Xplorer venture. The Oslo-based design firm will oversee key aspects of project development, helping to convert the visionary concept into reality. NX has already signed a letter of intent with Portugal’s West Sea … [Read more...]
Portsmouth International Port embarks new deputy director
To help deliver the port’s ambitious Masterplan, previous head of operations, Ian Diaper, has taken on a new role as deputy director at Portsmouth International Port. Following a successful four years as head of operations and achieving a number of milestones for Portsmouth, Ian Diaper will now be fully deputising for port director Mike Sellers as the business continues to expand, following the … [Read more...]
FCCA Renews Strategic Development Agreement with the U.S. Virgin Islands
Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) is pleased to announce that it has again partnered with the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) on a strategic development agreement. The partnership renews the one previously signed in 2022, while also marking more than a decade of USVI being a “Presidential Partner” of FCCA. “This agreement is another statement speaking to the continued partnership between the … [Read more...]
Windstar Cruises to Launch High-Speed Starlink Internet Across Global Fleet
Windstar Cruises has announced the launch of its Starlink Maritime high-speed, advanced broadband satellite internet capabilities. Already connecting the world by sea, Windstar Cruises will provide guests one of the most developed high-speed connections in the world both while sailing and when in port. Windstar launched the new Wi-Fi technology on Star Pride during a recent Caribbean voyage and … [Read more...]
American Queen Voyages™ Announces New, Exclusive Port in Escanaba, MI on Select Great Lakes Voyages
Steps away from the sound of the gentle waves of Lake Michigan, Escanaba offers the best of art and culture with live music, historic neighborhoods, wineries, breweries, art galleries and more. American Queen Voyages celebrates another company milestone announcing a new port of call in Escanaba, MI, marking the first time a Lakes & Oceans vessel has visited the quaint Midwestern port. … [Read more...]
Carnival Elation Returns to JAXPORT with New Red, White and Blue Hull Design
Carnival Elation returned to guest operations at its homeport in Jacksonville, Fla. this weekend sporting a new look – the new Carnival livery with a stunning red, white and blue hull design. The new livery is the most eye-catching upgrade of several enhancements completed across the ship during its just-completed dry dock. The livery design was introduced with the debut of Mardi Gras in 2021 and … [Read more...]
One of the World’s Largest Cruise Ships Is About to Come to Brooklyn. So Will Its Toxic Exhaust
New York has the only electric solution on the East Coast for idling cruise ships burning toxic diesel fuel, but despite Eric Adams’ commitments, shore power won’t be ready in time. In December, Mayor Eric Adams announced to great fanfare MSC Cruise’s forthcoming year-round operations from the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal (BCT). The ships, the mayor said, would bring thousands of tourist dollars to … [Read more...]
Cruise ship calls up 50% for Capital Cruising’s Scottish ports. 225,000 passengers from 150 ships to visit Edinburgh, Fife and Dundee this summer
Cruise ship calls in 2023 for Forth Ports’ Capital Cruising business on Scotland’s east coast are set to jump by 50%, with around 150 (2022: 100) cruise ships, carrying an estimated 225,000 passengers, expected to visit Edinburgh, Fife and Dundee this year. The cruise calendar in Scotland traditionally runs between April and October each year and the 2023 season kicks off on 11 April with the … [Read more...]
John Stamos To Join The Beach Boys And Sixthman For The Beach Boys Good Vibrations Cruise, Presented By Club Kokomo Spirits
The Beach Boys and Sixthman, have announced award-winning actor/musician John Stamos will be joining his good friends as a special guest aboard Norwegian Pearl sailing March 3-8, 2023 from Miami. Next month’s second sailing of The Beach Boys Good Vibrations Cruise, is presented by Club Kokomo Spirits and sailing March 3-8, 2023 from Miami, FL to Harvest Caye, Belize and Costa Maya, Mexico aboard … [Read more...]