Cruise Ships - Page 11

Queen Anne has received Cunard’s iconic red and black funnel, marking the latest significant milestone in her construction. The distinctive funnel has been a feature of Cunard ships for more than 150 years, during which time it has become synonymous with the cruise line’s rich seafaring heritage and reputation for…

EXPLORA I, the first ship to launch for brand-new luxury cruise line Explora Journeys, has successfully completed her sea trials. This will be the first of a fleet of up to six luxury ships to be built for the brand by Fincantieri in Italy, and marks one of the final…

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 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…

A Caribbean cruise is the ultimate winter getaway, where swapping cold temperatures back home can soon be replaced by warm days spent in the sunniest of destinations. Cruise & Stay Expert Shauna recently enjoyed a Caribbean getaway on board Carnival Horizon, and here she shares just some of her highlights….

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,…

As the countdown continues to the naming ceremony of the brand-new P&O Cruises ship Arvia, details of the star-studded event have begun to emerge. Scheduled to be held in Barbados on 16 March, it will feature a performance by chart-topping singer Olly Murs. There will also be appearances from DJs…

As demand for luxury cruising goes from strength to strength, it’s perhaps no surprise to learn there’s no shortage of new luxury cruise ships preparing to set sail in 2023. The coming months are packed with glamorous ships ready to take guests on journeys they will never forget, all while…

The Iona cruise ship from P&O Cruises might have her fair share of standout features (SkyDome, anyone?), but on a ship of this size, you can guarantee there’s also a host of hidden gems to be discovered. From the indulgent to the purely practical, here are just seven of the…