Archives for June 2022

Credit: Shutterstock If you're looking for a holiday everyone will love, multi-gen cruising is just the ticket. But which lines go the extra mile? Ever squeezed your parents and young children into the family car to drive through traffic for a week in a holiday cottage? Then you’ll understand why cruise ships win hands-down when it comes to multi-generational holidays.Yes, we do enjoy each … [Read more...]

Disney Cruise Line has celebrated the christening of its new flagship, the Disney Wish. The ceremony took place at the ship’s homeport of Port Canaveral, Florida on June 29th. It comes as the vessel just recently arrived in the U.S. for the first time and prepares to begin guest sailings in mid-July 2022. Disney Wish Christened in Port Canaveral, Florida The New Disney Wish was christened at an … [Read more...]

Disney Cruise Line has celebrated the christening of its new flagship, the Disney Wish. The ceremony took place at the ship’s homeport of Port Canaveral, Florida on June 29th. It comes as the vessel just recently arrived in the U.S. for the first time and prepares to begin guest sailings in mid-July 2022. Disney Wish Christened in Port Canaveral, Florida The New Disney Wish was christened at an … [Read more...]

Royal Caribbean International has been reaching out to guests on multiple upcoming sailings of Quantum of the Seas, advising them of engine troubles leading to itinerary changes that include shortened port times and route alterations. Because the ship is sailing in Alaska, some of these changes are removing scenic glacier cruising days from the affected itineraries for the next several … [Read more...]

Norwegian Cruise Line is bringing back a second season of its popular Embark with NCL” video series. The series garnered nearly 3 million views, and now the second series will start with a first two-part episode, “Caribbean Adventures.” Norwegian Cruise Line’s New EMBARK Series Following its first season, which garnered nearly 3 million views, Norwegian Cruise Line’s New EMBARK Series will follow … [Read more...]

In a message sent to travel partners, Norwegian Cruise Line has announced the cancelation of the June 30, 2022 sailing of Norwegian Sun. This last-minute cancelation is due to the ship’s condition after hitting an iceberg near Hubbard Glacier on June 25. Next Sailing Canceled The next voyage for the 78,309-gross-ton Norwegian Sun was to have been a 5-night Alaska sailing, roundtrip from Seattle … [Read more...]

SEABOURN TAKES DELIVERY OF SEABOURN VENTURE, THE LINE’S FIRST PURPOSE-BUILT ULTRA-LUXURY EXPEDITION SHIP SEATTLE, June 29, 2022– Seabourn, the ultra-luxury ocean and expedition cruise line, took delivery of its first expedition ship, Seabourn Venture, today during an official handover maritime ceremony at the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, Italy. Seabourn … [Read more...]

Holland America Line Adds Second Commemorative 150th Anniversary Transatlantic Crossing In April 2023 Aboard Rotterdam  New eastbound voyage sails from Fort Lauderdale on historic route that ends at Rotterdam on company’s 150th birthday     Seattle, Wash., June 28, 2022 —As its 150th anniversary approaches April 18, 2023, Holland America Line is adding a second … [Read more...]

Today, June 29, 2022, during an official handover maritime ceremony at the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, Italy, Carnival Corporation‘s ultra-luxury brand, Seabourn, took delivery of its newest ship, Seabourn Venture. Seabourn’s Delivery of its First Expedition Ship, Seabourn Venture The first of the line’s two purpose-built, ultra-luxury expedition ships, Seabourn Venture, is the newest … [Read more...]

As crew staffing shortages continue to improve, Carnival Cruise Line has just announced the return of the popular Chef’s Table dining experience. The exclusive culinary adventure will now be available fleetwide on cruises setting sail from June 30 and later, allowing guests to once again enjoy this unique and memorable gastronomical delight. Chef’s Table Returning Carnival Cruise Line brand … [Read more...]

Will Royal Caribbean ever ban smoking? When will we get more Icon of the Seas details? Can we expect a fuel surcharge?These were some of the questions Royal Caribbean cruise fans asked President and CEO Michael Bayley during a Q&A session this week.Royal Caribbean hosts a President's Cruise each year, and there's always an opportunity for the top executive from Royal Caribbean International to … [Read more...]

Emerald Cruises has announced significant savings on a large array of river and yacht sailings for 2022 and 2023—but potential travelers will need to act fast. The cruise lines’ Star-Studded Savings sale is valid for bookings made between July 1-14, 2022, with full payment due 72 hours after the booking is made. On the rivers of Europe and Southeast Asia, Emerald Cruises is offering a savings of … [Read more...]

Named for the year The Walt Disney Company was founded, 1923 aboard the Disney Wish has been designed as an elegant celebration of the company’s legacy, paying homage to the golden age of animation and offering a tasteful tribute to its Californian heritage. Combining classic Hollywood glamour with a dash of Disney whimsy, 1923 features two lavishly appointed dining rooms, aptly named for the … [Read more...]

On 2 September 2022, “Coral Adventurer” will sail from Darwin to uncover the rich artistic heritage of the Kimberley and the Tiwi Islands on a one-off expedition, ‘Art of the Kimberley and Tiwis: Special Edition’. Coral Expeditions are pleased to offer guests a unique voyage that combines the old and the new – explorations of ancient rock art sites dating back 40,000 years, connections with … [Read more...]

Coral Expeditions, Australia’s pioneering cruise line, has announced a new series of voyages to the “Small Islands of Japan and the Philippines”. Part of Coral Expeditions’ Small Islands of the World series, these unique voyages will continue the theme of visits to remote islands that are of historical, biological or anthropological significance. Coral Adventurer will cast off from Guam on the … [Read more...]

On June 27, 2022, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) elevated the COVID-19 travel risk warning for the Dominican Republic from Level 2 (Moderate) to Level 3 (High), indicating greater spread of the disease and stronger risk of transmission for visitors. Travelers who are not up-to-date on their vaccinations, including eligible booster shots, are now advised to avoid … [Read more...]

'Aqaba Aberdeen Abu Dhabi Adelaide, South Australia Agia Efimia Aigues-Mortes Alicante Ambon Island Amsterdam Anadyr Anchorage, Alaska Ancona Antarctic Peninsula Antwerp Arles Arrecife, Lanzarote Arrecifes Ashdod Athens Auckland Avignon Baden-Baden Bagan Baltimore, … [Read more...]

The stage is set and the Disney Wish Christening ceremony is about to get underway at Disney Cruise Line’s terminal at Port Canaveral. Last week, Disney Cruise Line revealed a magical twist to the long-standing maritime tradition of naming a ship godmother, when they announced all Make-A-Wish children, including past, present and future wish recipients, will be honored as godchildren of the Disney … [Read more...]

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The US-flagged small ship cruise line continues a successful return to full seasons on all itineraries. The company kicks off summer by showcasing fleet deployment through Spring 2023. Guests can find 7-to-14-night sailings to eight destinations on nine adventure vessels. In addition, the 86-passenger Safari Endeavour returns to Alaska season after 26 months out of service. As a fleet and guest … [Read more...]