Cruise Industry News - Page 27

Fred. Olsen has resumed its sailings to Scotland for the first time since 2019, as Balmoral sets off on a voyage to the Norwegian Fjords. Departing later today (8 July), the small ship will leave Rosyth for its eight-night ‘Hidden Gems Of The Norwegian Fjords’ cruise. Passengers on board will…

The British Travel Awards recognise businesses in the leisure travel and tourism sector and we’re proud to say that we have been nominated in not only one, but two categories this year! We are in the running for Best Cruise Holiday Retailer and Best High Street Travel Agency – and…

Seabourn Venture, the first ultra-luxury expedition ship to join the fleet, has officially been handed over to its new owners. The official handover maritime ceremony took place at the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa ahead of her inaugural voyage on 15 July. Featuring 132 luxurious oceanfront veranda suites, Seabourn Venture…

Silversea Antarctica cruises will be extended during the 2023/24 season to meet growing demand for ultra-luxury voyages to this part of the world. The fly-cruise programme will provide the fastest, most direct route to Antarctica by enabling holidaymakers to travel over the Drake Passage in the comfort of business class….

Following the return to service of its entire fleet, MSC Cruises has revealed that its Gala Night is set to resume. Considered by many as the highlight of the cruise, the event enables guests to don their favourite elegant outfits and enjoy a full programme of entertainment. Hailed as the…

Further details of the first P&O Cruises escape room have been announced, as Arvia’s maiden voyage is just a matter of months away. Mission Control promises a unique, immersive experience, combining an escape game with multimedia simulation and an intense live-action story. Groups of up to 10 people can form…

MSC World Europa, the cruise line’s first LNG-powered ship, will offer guests an array of culinary experiences when she launches later this year. Passengers will be able to savour more than 30 international and immersive food and beverage concepts on board, expanding MSC’s reputation for offering considerable choice to its…

Norwegian Prima. the latest ship to join the NCL fleet, is due to launch later this year, boasting more features than ever and some of the most exhilarating experiences at sea. The 142,000 gross-tonne ship will be able to accommodate 3,215 guests at double occupancy and is due to set…

Hello and a warm welcome to my June update! Driving through Europe on my yearly Lads and Dads Road trip over the Jubilee week, it was really interesting to see just how absent Covid was as we moved from country to country. The only reminder was the requirement to wear…

MSC Bellissima will become the cruise line’s 15th ship to be based in the Mediterranean, as the ship relocates for the summer season. Demand for Mediterranean cruises has soared over recent months, so the vessel will be embarking on seven-night sailings starting from 9 July 2022. Departure ports will include…