Two thirds of MSC Cruises’ ships are now equipped with SpaceX’s Starlink onboard connectivity and the fleet roll out programme will be completed by May 2024. The low earth orbit solution is currently providing faster internet speeds, improved wi-fi in cabins and public spaces, reduced latency levels and lower operational Read more…
Silversea celebrated the float out of its second Nova-class ship, Silver Ray, at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, on February 25th 2024. The float out marks a significant milestone in a ship’s construction, representing the project’s advancement into its final stages. Now nearing completion — approximately 15 months since Read more…
Azamara Cruises – the small-ship cruise line renowned for Destination Immersion® and Extended Destination Days – is thrilled to announce Azamara Onward’s successful visit to Pitcairn Island during its 2024 World Cruise, marking the first time the cruise line brought guests ashore on this remote island. This extraordinary event exemplifies the Read more…
American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that the company’s Mississippi River season opened yesterday, with the first guests of the season arriving in New Orleans. Over the next few weeks, all five of the company’s Mississippi riverboats will begin cruising on the Lower Mississippi. 2024 will mark the company’s Read more…
Boutique luxury cruise line SeaDream Yacht Club has added more voyages to an already extensive series of Greek Isles cruises in 2025. The most epic addition is a 14-night in-depth yachting adventure which combines two brand new Yachting the Greek Isles voyages, exploring 13 different Greek ports on board the all-inclusive Read more…
With the safety of our passengers and crew as our number one priority, Virgin Voyages recently shared a change of course for our early 2024 repositioning voyage from Australia to the Med. On the heels of these recent changes and based on the regional and government advice they have received, Read more…
With AIDA Evolution, AIDA Cruises has launched the largest modernization program in its fleet. It is the most extensive in the company’s history. The first phase of the program will be a major overhaul of the Sphinx ships AIDAdiva, AIDAbella and AIDAluna in 2025 and 2026. The focus will be Read more…
Crystal is thrilled to announce an unprecedented collaboration that sets a new standard in culinary excellence on the high seas with world-renowned restaurant, Beefbar. In a groundbreaking move, Crystal will be the first cruise line to offer the Beefbar concept at sea when it debuts this summer. Beefbar, born in Read more…
Carnival Corporation, the world’s largest cruise company, have announced plans for a $100 million pier extension that will double the arrival capacity of Celebration Key™, Carnival Cruise Line‘s new exclusive destination scheduled to open on Grand Bahama island in the summer of 2025. In addition to the two berths slated to be complete by 2025, the Read more…
Antarctica21 announce the newest addition to their fleet, Magellan Discoverer, joining the Antarctica21 fleet for the 2026-27 Antarctic season. Magellan Discoverer isn’t just another ship; it’s a symbol of their innovative spirit, dedication to environmental consciousness, and unwavering commitment to offering unparalleled small ship, boutique-style expeditions. Designed as a sister Read more…
Amadeus River Cruises has launched its 2025 European programme featuring 19 itineraries in 13 countries on ten luxury river ships. The 2025 itineraries, which are on sale now, range from five to 16 days and include two brand new excursion categories – AMADEUS Active and AMADEUS Taste. The AMADEUS Active Read more…
In light of the current situation in the Red Sea, Crystal remains committed to prioritizing the safety and well-being of our guests and crew. Due to the ongoing situation, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2024 Cruise from Mumbai to Piraeus (Athens) on Crystal Symphony from March Read more…