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The newest Royal Caribbean ship, Icon of the Seas, is set to feature a variety of new bars and nightlife when she debuts in January 2024. Among the highlights will be Lou’s Jazz ‘n Blues, located in the open-air Central Park with live performances of soulful classics and jazz-pop tunes….

P&O Cruises has announced details of a multi-million-pound investment in its two adults-only ships, Arcadia and Aurora. The initial upgrades are due to be completed by May 2023, including new balcony furniture and chairs in cabins, as well as improvements to open-deck areas. New lounge chairs, sofas, tables and armchairs…

The latest ship to join the MSC Fleet, MSC Euribia, will deliver a number of brand-new entertainment concepts when she launches later this year. Seven new theatrical shows are in the pipeline at the Delphi Theatre, while one of the largest big bands at sea will take to the stage…

If space and comfort are top of your wish list when it comes to choosing a cabin, a Conservatory Mini Suite on Arvia or Iona is just the ticket. These new stateroom types were introduced to the Excel Class ships for the first time, and having experienced them for ourselves…

The arrival of the newest P&O Cruises ship Arvia was always going to be a lavish affair, and the sunshine ship certainly received the official welcome she deserved yesterday (16 March 2023). Barbados played host to the star-studded event, which saw the 5,200-passenger ship docked off the coast of the…

Fred. Olsen will be sailing an exciting array of new itineraries in 2024/25, including those specially timed to make the most of natural wonders and destination events. Guests will have the opportunity to follow natural bird migrations, witness meteor showers and even encounter humpback whales. The cruise line will also…

Hello and welcome to my March 2023 update. I began last month with news that the travel industry had seen a phenomenal surge in business in January – and I’m delighted to say this has continued! We have seen record levels of bookings in February and I must thank you…

The next-generation ship from Princess Cruises, Sun Princess, has reached a major construction milestone after being ‘floated out’ of the shipyard in Italy. The momentous occasion was marked at Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, and signals that most of the construction of the new ship has now been completed. Efforts will…

NCL has released a series of exotic itineraries for 2024/25, including a selection of new ports of call for the cruise line. Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky will make their debut in Asia, and an expanded offering will be available in Antarctica, South America, Africa, Asia, Middle East,…

Nicole Scherzinger has officially been named the Godmother of P&O Cruises ship Arvia. After weeks of speculation – including teasers on the cruise line’s social media channels – the big reveal was made ahead of Arvia’s naming ceremony in Barbados on 16 March. Scherzinger will be performing at the event,…