MSC Cruises World America Begins Construction
MSC Cruises’ second World-class ship has officially begun production. Shipyard Chantiers de L’Atlantique cut the vessel’s first steel today, marking the start of construction. The brand revealed the ship will be named MSC World America, in honor of the U.S. market. MSC World America&
MSC Splendida Will Sail to South Africa for 2023-2024 Season
MSC Cruises shared some exciting news! During the 2023-2024 sailing season, sail across the Indian and South Atlantic Oceans with MSC Cruises Splendida traveling to South Africa. The ship will be based in the port of Durban, South Africa, beginning November 2023. Guests looking to travel on Splendid
Adventures by Disney Unveils Adriatic Sea Expedition Cruise
Adventures by Disney is set to welcomes guests aboard PONANT ship Le Bougainville setting sail in 2024 for cruise along the Adriatic Sea, taking in the history, cuisine, and views during the journey. There are two voyages to choose from, each eight-day, seven-night round-trip sailings from Venice
Princess Cruises Announces New Culinary Menu For Holiday Season
Guests traveling aboard Princess Cruises over the 2022 holiday season will experience a new holiday dining experience with gourmet dining options and traditional staple menu items. Chef Rudi Sodamin and the Princess culinary arts team revealed the Princess Cruise Culinary Collection of Holiday Menus
Royal Caribbean Unveils Icon of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International has revealed the first look at their new ship, Icon of the Seas, what they’re calling the Icon of Vacations, arriving in late 2023. The new ship will be the travel industry’s first-of-its-kind combination of the best of every vacation, according to the pop
Karen Lundgren and Theresa Scalzitti Named Godmothers of Atlas Ocean Voyages’ Ships
Atlas Ocean Voyages has announced that world adventurer Karen Lundgren and Chief Sales Officer for Florida-based Cruise Planners Theresa Scalzitti will serve as godmothers of World Navigator and her new sister-ship World Traveller. The women will be named godmothers at a christening ceremony on Nove
Royal Caribbean Group Opens First Zero-Energy Cruise Terminal
Royal Caribbean has become the first zero-energy cruise terminal to generate 100% of its needed energy through on-site solar panels. The new Galveston terminal will be used by the company’s internal brand and sit as the world’s first LEED Zero Energy facility. “We are focused on in
MSC World Europa Reveals New Partnerships To Enrich Food and Beverage Experience
MSC Cruises revealed two new partnerships to elevate the food and beverage experience aboard the upcoming MSC World Europa. Michelin-starred chef, TV personality, and author Niklas Ekestedt is collaborating with MSC Cruises to create a menu for the new specialty restaurant, Chef’s Garden Kitch
Forbes Names Carnival Corporation Best Global Employer For A Second Year
For the second consecutive year, Forbes has named Carnival Corporation as one of the World’s Best Employers of 2022. The award was presented by Forbes, a leading source of business news worldwide, and Statista Inc, the world-leading statistics portal and industry tanking provider, honoring the
MSC Opera To Become Floating Hotel For the World Cup
Soccer fans traveling to the World Cup in Doha, Qatar, can look forward to a fun new cruise and hotel experience. MSC cruises has announced that MSC Opera will become a cruise ship hotel experience between November 19th and December 19th for the World Cup soccer tournament! MSC Cruises and Qatar’
Holland America Line Celebrates 150th Anniversary With Transatlantic Crossing
To kick off its 150th anniversary in 2023, Holland America Line will celebrate with a special transatlantic crossing in October. Guests are invited to special events and activities on board to recreate history and see how Holland America Line’s cruise started. “Holland America Line has e
Oceania Cruises Offers Free Land Program For 2023 Itineraries
Oceania Cruises, a leading culinary and destination-focused cruise line, shared a new program for select 2023 voyages. The Free Land Program invites guests to dig deeper into the world’s most exotic destinations this year. “Each of our land programs delve deep into the rich history, cult
DrVn and Carnival Corporation Offer Port Chauffeur Services
Cruising out of Port Miami just got easier! Drvn, the global logistics technology and chauffeur service company, announced its partnership with Carnival Corporation to create a transportation portal to assist guests when booking services to and from the port. Carnival and drvn will use customer serv
Cunard Brings ‘The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ to Queen Mary 2
Lights, camera, action! For cruisers who love all things entertainment, luxury cruise line Cunard Line has exciting news for you! Partnering with Simon Friend Entertainment, Cunard Line beings the performance of Deborah Moggach’s The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel on Queen Mary 2 December 15-22, 2
Hurtigruten Expeditions Shares New Covid-19 Protocols
Guests traveling with Hurtigruten Expeditions to Antarctica in 2022 and 2023 should be aware of the changes to the cruise line’s COVID-19 protocols. “Our updated protocols will more closely align with land-based travel options and the current environment across our destinations. We will
Cynthia D’Aoust Named President of American Queen Voyages
American Queen Voyages has announced that industry veteran Cynthia D’Aoust will be the new president of the cruise line! D’Auost has over 40 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industry, serving as the President of Hospitality for Cape Resorts Management Company and Global
Viking Cruises Delivers New Expedition Ship Viking Polaris
New ship alert! Today, the delivery ceremony for Viking Cruises’ second expedition ship, Viking Polaris, took place at Fincantieri’s VARD shipyard in Søviknes, Norway. Viking’s first expedition ship, Viking Octantis, was delivered by the same shipyard in December 2021. On Septembe
Holland America Line Calls Lifted Canada Protocols a “Win”
As of September 26, 2022, Canadian pandemic border restrictions have been lifted and travelers visiting Canada and Alaska by cruise ship will no longer require vaccination and testing before traveling. As a result, Holland America Line is pleased to resume regular travel for cruising to Alaska and C
MSC Reveals New Entertainment Features Aboard MSC Seascape
MSC Cruises has shared new entertainment offerings available on board the upcoming MSC Seascape coming in November 2022! Along with six new productions, the ship will also feature a 20’s themed cabaret and more! “MSC Seascape is an exciting new addition to our Seaside Class of ships with s
Japan to Reopen Tourism on October 11th
After two and a half years of closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the government of Japan officially announced the opening of individual travelers for tourism beginning on October 11, 2022. Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has been closed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and is
