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EXPLORA I, the inaugural vessel of Explora Journeys, has commenced its maiden journey. The seven-night sailing will take guests through the majestic landscapes of Lerwick, Shetland Islands, and Kirkwall, Orkney before heading to Reykjavik, Iceland. As the flagship of a series of upcoming itineraries spanning three continents, this northern European…
Read More Keep ReadingCelebrity Cruises has revealed the exciting culinary and beverage programme for its new ship, Celebrity Ascent. As part of the acclaimed Edge Series, Ascent will offer redesigned restaurants, immersive experiences, expanded menus, a unique whiskey-tasting experience, and a delightful plant-based multi-course dinner. Renowned chef Daniel Boulud, Celebrity’s Global Culinary Ambassador,…
Read More Keep ReadingSarah Fabergé, the great-granddaughter of Peter Carl Fabergé and a founding member of the Fabergé Heritage Council, will be the Godmother of the new Regent Seven Seas Cruises ship, Seven Seas Grandeur. The ship will be christened at an exclusive gala event on 10 December 2023 in Miami, before embarking…
Read More Keep ReadingRoyal Caribbean International’s new ship, the Icon of the Seas, has successfully completed its initial round of sea trials and sailed the open ocean for the very first time. After four days of preliminary tests, Icon returned to the Meyer Turku shipyard where she is currently under construction. Hundreds of…
Read More Keep ReadingThe newest Royal Caribbean ship, Utopia of the Seas, will embark on three- and four-night getaways from Port Canaveral when she launches in July 2024. With over 40 dining and drinking options, numerous pools, and exciting activities to thrill and chill, Utopia of the Seas promises to make lasting memories…
Read More Keep ReadingPrincess Cruises has unveiled its latest family activity zone, Park19, which will debut on the new Sun Princess when she sets sail for the first time in February 2024. The new space, created for all generations, features nine activities for the entire family to enjoy on the top decks of…
Read More Keep ReadingOur account manager, Katie, recently flew to Genoa, Italy, to join Oceania Cruises onboard their brand-new luxurious ship, Vista. Join Katie to find out if Vista, boasting 15 decks accommodating up to 1,200 passengers in its 629 staterooms and suites, lived up to the hype of “discovering the world from a new perspective”.
Read More Keep ReadingOscar-winning actress Sophia Loren will name the latest MSC Cruises ship, MSC Euribia, in a ceremony in Copenhagen on 8 June 2023. The Danish capital was chosen for its strong maritime links and dedication to sustainability, as MSC Euribia promises to deliver the ‘most energy-efficient cruise ship design ever’. This…
Read More Keep ReadingDetails of a new Princess Cruises ship, Star Princess, have been announced. She will become the second Sphere-class ship in spring 2025, joining Sun Princess which is due to join the fleet in 2024. The 175,500-tonne ship will host 4,300 guests, with more than 1,500 balcony cabins available. She will…
Read More Keep ReadingReviewed by Luxury Marketing Executive Jade I was recently invited on board Azamara Pursuit® for four nights to experience part of the Med Highlights Voyage from Lisbon to Rome. Azamara is classed as a luxury cruise line offering an inclusive small-ship experience. I’d heard so many good things and was…
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