Hurtigruten Norway Debuts Plans for World’s Most Energy-Efficient Cruise Ship
Initially announced in March 2022, Hurtigruten Norway unveiled plans to build its first zero-emission vessel. The “Sea Zero” project has become the world’s most energy-efficient cruise ship. Hurtigruten Norway, alongside a committee of 12 maritime partners and SINTEF, a research institute, pre
PONANT Celebrates 35TH Anniversary With Sailings In 35 Destinations
PONANT is celebrating its 35th anniversary with 10 percent savings on 200 sailings across 35 destinations! Explorers can discover the fjords of Greenland, the icebergs in Baffin Bay, the Baltic Sea, the Mediterranean Sea, and various other destinations. Guests can utilize the savings on bookings mad
Holland America Line Reveals 2024-2025 Asia Cruise Season
Holland America Line has revealed the 2024 – 2025 Asia cruise season itinerary! “The demand for Asia remains strong as cruisers seek experiences to exotic and off-the-beaten-path locales that give them unique travel moments,” said Beth Bodensteiner, Holland America Line’
Royal Caribbean Group Announces Innovative Biofuel Testing
This summer, Royal Caribbean Group will be at the forefront of using alternative fuel when Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Apex and Royal Caribbean International’s Symphony of the Seas depart in Europe with maintainable biofuel to meet the ships’ fuel requirements. Throughout the three-month test
MSC Foundation Partners With UNWTO To Provide Sustainability Courses Aboard MSC Euribia
Following the success of the first Global Youth Tourism Summit held in Sorrento, Italy, in 2022, the MSC Foundation has partnered with UNWTO to provide several educational courses related to sustainability aboard MSC Erubia. As a result, the specially-equipped MSC Foundation Youth Lab will be added
Jay Leno Named Carnival Venezia Godfather
Former “The Tonight Show” host and comedian Jay Leno will serve as Carnival Venezia’s first godfather. The ceremony honoring his title will be held on June 14, 2023, after the ship is christened and begins its service in New York City. Carnival Venezia is the first of Carnival Cruise Line’s
Holland America Line Reveals Updated Canaletto Menu
You don’t have to travel to Italy to indulge in authentic Italian dishes! Holland America Line has revealed its updated Canaletto menu, an Italian specialty restaurant. Open at dinner time, guests can come and try out the fresh pasta, new dessert and entree options, and signature favorit
Margaritaville at Sea Announces Sold-Out Inaugural Sailing
After a series of multimillion-dollar upgrades, Margaritaville at Sea Paradise, the 658-cabin ship, had its first post-dry dock sailing sold out! The ship departs from Palm Beach, Florida, on June 2, 2023, for a three-day cruise with an overnight in Freeport, Bahamas. “We expected a good turnout f
Royal Caribbean International Premieres “Making An Icon: Creating Chill Island And The Hideaway”
Today, Royal Caribbean International premieres, “Making an Icon: Creating Chill Island and The Hideaway,” Royal Caribbean’s video series that takes guests behind the scenes on delivering the world’s best vacation in 2024. ABOUT “MAKING AN ICON” EPIsode 9 In this episode, guests learn
Leadership Changes Announced For The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is undergoing strategic changes and making key appointments to its operations leadership team in anticipation of future expansion. Mark Lockwood has been appointed as the Chief Product Officer, while Jens Gorka assumes the role of Senior Vice President for Shi
Paul Ludlow Appointed President of Carnival UK
Carnival Corporation and plc has appointed Paul Ludlow as President of Carnival in the UK in accordance with his leadership role with P&O Cruises. With his new position, Ludlow will have all commercial and operational responsibility for Carnival UK, which includes P&O Cruises and Cunard glob
MSC World America Celebrates Progress With Coin Ceremony
Today, MSC Cruises’ MSC World America celebrated a key milestone in her strategic U.S. expansion and commitment to sustainability with the Coin Ceremony, an event that takes place in the early stages of a ship’s construction where the shipbuilders place coins under the keel block of
Carnival Venezia Begins Maiden Voyage From Europe to New York City
Carnival Cruise Line’s “Carnival Fun Italian Style” has begun with the brand’s latest ship, Carnival Venezia, on her maiden voyage to New York City. The ship departed Barcelona, Spain, on May 29, 2023, and will arrive at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal on June 13, 2023. Carnival Cruise Line’
Holland America Line Launches Australia, New Zealand, and South Pacific Itineraries for 2024-2025
Holland America Line will set aside three ships for sailings in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific in 2024-2025. The brand’s Westerdam ship will spend the season in Australia, and Koningsdam and Zaandam will offer longer “Legendary Voyages” to the South Pacific and Hawaii. Westerdam
Oceania Cruises’ Alexis Quaretti Inducted Into The Maîtres Cuisiniers de France
Congratulations are in order for Oceania Cruises’ Chef Alexis Quaretti, the brand’s Senior Culinary Director! Quaretti was inducted into Maîtres Cuisiniers de France, an organization that supports and promotes French cuisine and culture. Quaretti joins Oceania Cruises’ Vice Presid
New Dining Options Announced for Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas
More than 20 new dining options have been added to Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Icon of the Seas! Guests can choose from upscale dining options, quick bites, and venues made for families with children. Dining options will range from walk-up windows to upscale experiences found in all eight of Ic
Explora Journeys Unveils New Caribbean And European Itineraries For Explora I
Explora Journeys has announced EXPLORA I’s Destination Experiences for her inaugural Caribbean season from November 2023 to March 2024. These experiences will allow travelers to explore the natural surroundings, local culture, and culinary specialties of each destination visited. Groups will consi
MSC Cruises’ MSC Euribia Sets New Standards In Sustainable Cruising With Net-Zero Emissions
MSC Cruises’ newest ship, MSC Euribia, is hitting the seven seas and will be the industry’s first cruise to operate on liquefied natural gas (LNG)! “This industry-first net zero gas emissions voyage of our latest flagship MSC Euribia heralds another significant step on our decarb
Holland America Line Opens Bookings For 2025 Grand World Voyage And Grand World Voyage: Pole to Pole
Today, Holland America Line officially opened bookings for the 2025 Grand World Voyage and Grand Voyage: Pole to Pole! Both voyages will depart in January 2025 and will be the first Grand Voyages for the brand to travel simultaneously for more than 120 days. “We craft one-of-a-kind itinerari
Viking Cruises Announces New River Voyage To Europe
Viking Cruises is heading to Europe and will operate year-round with a new winter river voyage! Guests can travel around Europe on the brand’s latest voyage, Treasures of the Rhine, giving guests first access to explore Europe in the winter season! “The Middle Rhine is one of our mo
