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Hello and welcome to my October update! The past month has continued to be a mixed picture with sales slowing over and beyond the period of the state funeral and non-sales queries still running at record levels, representing a significant proportion of our inbound calls. I mentioned previously that I…
Read More Keep ReadingSilversea has announced that Felicity Aston MBE will be the godmother of its ultra-luxury expedition ship when she launches next month. Silver Endeavour is due to embark on her maiden voyage on 21 November 2022, when she will set sail for Antarctica. Aston’s career has spanned more than two decades,…
Read More Keep ReadingFootball fans have been offered the chance to stay on board MSC Opera when she docks in Doha later this year, as the ship is set to offer accommodation in the Qatari capital. From 19 November until 19 December 2022, MSC Opera will provide a choice of interior, outside and…
Read More Keep ReadingCunard has marked the laying of Queen Anne’s keel in a traditional celebration held last month. Attended by Captain Inger Thorhauge, the ceremony involved a specially commissioned coin alongside an original coin from the ship’s namesake’s reign. The laying of the keel formally recognises the start of construction and Queen…
Read More Keep ReadingSilversea’s Silver Endeavour is set to visit 116 of the world’s most stunning cold-weather destinations from May 2023 to March 2024. The ultra-luxurious expedition ship will make calls across the Arctic, Antarctica and Northern Europe, including 24 maiden ports for Silversea. See all Silver Endeavour expedition cruises >> Conrad Combrink,…
Read More Keep ReadingHolland America Line’s ship Volendam has returned to guest cruising operations for the first time since the industry pause, as she embarked on a 14-day Holy Land and Ancient Kingdoms Explorer itinerary. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held the mark the occasion, attended by team members alongside the ship’s Captain and…
Read More Keep ReadingPrincess Cruises has released details of its next-generation ship, Sun Princess, which is scheduled to debut in February 2024. The 175,500-tonne vessel will become the largest vessel ever to be constructed under the brand, accommodating 4,300 guests and spanning 21 decks. Highlights of the new Princess Cruises ship will include…
Read More Keep ReadingHello and welcome to my September update! Sadly, this message comes at a time when we are all in mourning for Queen Elizabeth II and out of respect we will be closing on Monday 19 September for the state funeral. During my time with Bolsover Cruise Club, I have had…
Read More Keep ReadingHolland America Line has revealed details of their 2024 Grand Australia and New Zealand Voyage, which has been a decade in the making. Departing from San Diego, California on 3 January 2024, the 94-day round-trip on board Volendam can be separated into two shorter voyages, should guests prefer. Calling at…
Read More Keep ReadingPrincess Cruises has secured Xponential Fitness on a five-year licensing agreement, which will see multiple fitness brands rolled out across the fleet. A minimum of 120 licensed studio experiences will be made available, including those across the Club Pilates, Pure Barre, Yoga Six, CycleBar, Row House, AKT Dance, and StretchLab…
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