August 29, 2025
Scenic announced the inaugural itineraries for Emerald Kaia and Emerald Raiya
Emerald Cruises’ next yacht, Emerald Kaia, has an official launch date and inaugural itinerary. In addition, construction has begun on the yacht to follow, Emerald Raiya, which will set sail in June 2027.
Read More…August 28, 2025
Sales for Seven Seas Prestige’s new Skyview Regent Suite skyrockets
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has recorded robust bookings for its 2027/2028 program launched late last month, which includes the luxury cruise line’s new ship, Seven Seas Prestige.
Read More…August 28, 2025
The growing desire for experiences is great news for cruise
The rise of experience as the new luxury is redefining the future of cruise, Cruise Lines International (CLIA) CEO Bud Darr has said at this year’s Cruise360 event – his inaugural visit to Australia.
Read More…August 28, 2025
Expanded short duration Caribbean sailings aboard Ilma for 2026/27 Caribbean season
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has opened reservations for its (Northern) Winter 2026–2027 Caribbean season aboard Ilma. From November 2026 through April 2027, the yacht will sail more than 20 itineraries spanning three to seven nights, exploring vibrant island harbours and serene tropical coastlines. This new season introduces an expanded selection of shorter three- and four-night escapes.
Read More…August 27, 2025
12-night voyages aboard Le Commandant Charcot depart from Longyearbyen
In 2027, Ponant Explorations will offer 12-night voyages to the geographic North Pole aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Designed to showcase “the full magnitude of polar exploration in a shorter time frame,” these itineraries are a response to demand from the Americas’ market and complement the line’s longer North Pole voyages.
Read More…August 27, 2025
Janaína Torres becomes the first Brazilian chef to be a ship’s godmother
Celebrity Cruises has shared that it has named Janaína Torres—recognized as the Best Female Chef in the World 2024 by World’s 50 Best—as godmother of Celebrity Xcel. Torres is the co-owner of the award-winning São Paulo restaurant A Casa do Porco and she becomes the first Brazilian chef to be appointed as a godmother for a major cruise line.
Read More…August 27, 2025
Plus, two global award wins at Virtuoso Travel Week for Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys celebrated its Virtuoso partners who have demonstrated unwavering support since the ultra-luxury brand’s launch at a lavish dinner held at Ocean Prime in Las Vegas. The event coincided with Virtuoso Travel Week, which itself welcomed more than 4,800 participants from around the world.
Read More…August 27, 2025
Kate Thompson shines more light on the new collaboration
The recent launch of integrated itineraries from sister companies Crystal and Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) is “just the start” of an era of collaboration between the two, according to AKTG SVP Marketing Strategy Kate Thompson.
Read More…August 27, 2025
Heritage Expeditions visit some of Southeast Asia’s most ecologically rich destinations
Some of Southeast Asia’s most remote and ecologically rich destinations will be explored on a new 14-day expedition from small ship cruise line Heritage Expeditions, entitled Indonesia’s Forgotten Islands.
Read More…August 27, 2025
Where other ships have to give up, the adventure is only just beginning
The semi-circumnavigation of the Antarctic is something very special for those in search of an unforgettable expedition.
Read More…August 27, 2025
Luxury river cruise line pioneers extended season deployment, says Kristin Karst
AmaWaterways will stick to what it knows best and not venture into open seas, remaining laser-focused on the rivers of the world, Co-Founder Kristin Karst has reiterated.
Read More…August 27, 2025
The roll-out follows a successful pilot program which nearly sold out
A new “global” themed menu concept showcasing the flavours of the Philippines, India, Tuscany and South America, has been rolled out across HX Expeditions’ newest ships, following a successful pilot program in June.
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