Storylines residential ship has announced a redesign of deck plans, which includes new homes and new amenities. The updates encompass additional crew space and a reconfiguration of the marina deck to accommodate tendering for shore landings. The plans also include more outdoor spaces for dining and socializing – Storylines said that this was a “coveted commodity in recent times as evidenced by … [Read more...]
AIDAcosma: Successful Ems passage of the new AIDA cruise ship
Die Emsüberführung von AIDAcosma The new cruise ship, AIDAcosma, has successfully completed its first voyage on the river Ems. On Saturday, October 23, 2021, at around 6 p.m., the ship reached Eemshaven. Around 1 o’clock in the night, AIDAcosma said goodbye to Papenburg with typhoon greetings. Two tugs pulled the ship backwards through the dock lock of Meyer Werft. AIDAcosma then passed through … [Read more...]
How to plan a Royal Caribbean cruise on any budget
Just like with airfare and hotels, a cruise vacation can be done on any budget. From picking a stateroom to dining onboard and exploring a port, a Royal Caribbean cruise offers options that fit every budget.Let’s take a look at some tips and tricks for how to plan a memorable cruise vacation on a low, moderate, and high budget.It is entirely possible to go on a Royal Caribbean Cruise with a tight … [Read more...]
Cruise Saudi Is Now a Member of the World Travel & Tourism Council
The world’s newest cruise destination took another step towards their goal of becoming a top-tier cruise and travel destination. Cruise Saudi announced today that they’ve become a member of the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), a community of travel and tourism processionals around the world. Joining the World Travel & Tourism Council allows Cruise Saudi to highlight their … [Read more...]
P&O Cruises: Captain for newest cruise ship Arvia revealed
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MSC Cruises South Africa confirms Durban Cruise Terminal almost complete
MSC Cruises South Africa, the local subsidiary of MSC Cruises, has confirmed that the Durban Cruise Terminal is in the final stages of completion. The R300-million cruise terminal is expected to significantly boost the local cruise sector and will be up and running during MSC Orchestra’s coming cruise season out of Durban. <img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10309" … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line pops the champagne while christening new Mardi Gras cruise ship (video)
PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. — Carnival Cruise Line popped the champagne and christened its Mardi Gras cruise ship on Saturday.It was the first cruise to set sail again since ships stopped due to the COVID-19 pandemic.READ: Hali, a great white shark, is located off east coast of FloridaSaturday was a day for the Carnival history books.Carnival CEO Arnold Donald opened the ceremony to their newest ship by … [Read more...]
Crystal Endeavor Rendezvous with Crystal Serenity in The Bahamas
Yesterday, the world’s newest and most luxurious expedition vessel Crystal Endeavor rendezvoused with Crystal Serenity in a historic meet-up of Crystal ships off the coast of The Bahamas. Crystal Endeavor is on its inaugural sailing from Miami – a special two-day preview voyage for travel partners and members of the press – while Crystal Serenity is on the last leg of a week-long Luxury Bahamas … [Read more...]
Cruise Saudi seeks to promote Kingdom as destination with WTTC membership
Cruise Saudi, the cruise promotion arm of Saudi Arabia’s tourism authority, has joined the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) as part of its efforts to position the country as a cruise destination. Cruise Saudi’s membership of the World Travel & Tourism Council comes just weeks after it became a member of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), which represents the global cruise … [Read more...]
Riviera Travel launches ‘wonderful’ Christmas river cruises on the Rhine and Danube
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AIDAcosma leaves shipyard in Germany to make famous river conveyance
AIDAcosma has left her shipyard at Meyer Werft in Papenburg to begin her conveyance down the Ems River to the North Sea for sea trials. AIDAcosma’s conveyance on the Ems River from Papenburg to Eemshaven is an unofficial ‘launch’, but marks a major milestone in her construction. <img aria-describedby="caption-attachment-15459" data-attachment-id="15459" … [Read more...]
New Carnival mega-ship Mardi Gras finally christened in Port Canaveral
After a long delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mardi Gras has finally been christened in Port Canaveral, just a few months after she began carrying passengers for the first time. Mardi Gras was delivered to Carnival Cruise Line back in 2020, but she wasn’t able to enter service until July this year, and wasn’t able to be christened until this weekend, due to the pandemic. <img … [Read more...]
Carnival Christens Newest Cruise Ship Mardi Gras
Carnival Cruise Line christened their newest ship this weekend, Mardi Gras, in what was the first naming ceremony in the U.S. in almost two years.Shaquille O’Neal, Carnival’s Chief Fun Officer, attended the festivities and cut the ribbon on his first Big Chicken restaurant at sea, which debuted on Mardi Gras when the ship began cruise operations on July 31. Kimberly Jimenez, Miss Universe, … [Read more...]
Ritz-Carlton Update: Ship Emerges from Drydock With New Exterior Paint
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection revealed that the new Evrima yacht has emerged from the Astander Shipyard in Spain with a fresh coat of exterior paint. “We are thrilled to reveal the painted exterior hull of Evrima” stated Douglas Prothero, Chief Executive Officer for The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection. “This milestone marks significant progress in the outfitting process for the yacht, and we … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Christens “Mardi Gras” in First Naming Ceremony in the U.S. Since Industry Restart
Carnival Cruise Line yesterday christened “Mardi Gras” at Port Canaveral, Fla. at a “Universe of Fun” celebration befitting of the world’s most fun cruise ship, in the first ship naming ceremony held in the U.S. since the cruise industry’s restart this summer. Carnival’s Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal attended the festivities and cut the ribbon of his first Big Chicken restaurant at sea that … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Post Round-Up: October 24, 2021
Happy Sunday! We are so happy that you stopped by and hope you are having a wonderful weekend. Grab a mug of your favorite hot beverage, sit back, and check out the latest in Royal Caribbean news.Royal Caribbean announced earlier this week its first ever cruise around-the-world.The 274-night sailing will be held aboard Serenade of the Seas and will visit all seven continents, along with visits to … [Read more...]
VIDEO: A Stern Look at the Disney Wish – October 24, 2021
On October 24, 2021, Ems-Dollart Media shared a video of the Disney Wish shortly after block of the P&O ARVIA was undocked at the Meyer Werft shipyard, Ems-Dollart Media captured a look at the stern of the Disney Wish. Special thanks to Ems -Dollart Media for continuing to keep us up to date on the progress of the Disney Wish. Check out their Instagram account for … [Read more...]
Smaller ships and hand-crafted itineraries – Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines offers a different take on cruising
Credit: Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. Sponsored by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is sailing its own course by offering hand-crafted itineraries that cater for travellers more than tourists, aboard their smaller, friendlier ships. Explore further and delve deeper into authentic cultures and exciting destinations with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines. With hand-crafted itineraries … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line Christens Mardi Gras
Carnival Cruise Line Christens Mardi Gras in First Naming Ceremony in the U.S. Since Industry Restart Carnival’s Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal and Ship Godmother Miss Universe, Dominican Republic, Kimberly Jimenez Help Usher in the “Universe of Fun” PORT CANAVERAL, Oct. 23, 2021 – Carnival Cruise Line today christened Mardi Gras at Port Canaveral, Fla. … [Read more...]
Carnival Cruise Line’s Mardi Gras is Named in Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral was the welcoming host of the Mardi Gras naming ceremony today. In a ceremony attended by several high-ranking Carnival Corporation figureheads and several celebrities, Mardi Gras was finally officially christened by Miss Universe, Dominican Republic, Kimberly Jiménez. It has been a momentous day for a ship that so many people have so eagerly awaited. Mardi Gras was initially … [Read more...]