PONANT takes majority stake in Aqua Expeditions
Luxury expedition cruise firm PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP announced its acquisition of a majority stake in the award-winning small-ship expedition company Aqua Expeditions.
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PONANT announces voyages for its 2026/2027 Antarctic Season
PONANT unveils its much-anticipated 2026-2027 Antarctic season with an up to 30 percent PONANT Bonus in savings on all departures.
Vietnamese province of Quang Ninh set to boost cruise tourism sector
Northern Vietnam’s Quang Ninh province is poised to boost its cruise tourism sector after its excellent performance in 2024.
SeaTrek to increase conservation projects in 2025
Expedition cruise company SeaTrek announced that it is expanding the number of local conservation projects it will be supporting in Indonesia for 2025.
Silversea to offer 230 new voyages for 2026-2027
Leading experiential travel brand Silversea just announced 230 new voyages for 2026 to 2027, expanding its industry-leading destination offerings.
Windstar Cruises introduces Jess Peterson as its new director of destination experience
Windstar Cruises announced the hiring of Jess Peterson as its new director of destination experience and itinerary planning.
Windstar Cruises’ new Star Seeker yacht touches water for the first time
Windstar Cruises floated out its newest vessel, the Star Seeker, on Monday, 25th November, at the WestSEA Shipyard in Viana do Castelo, Portugal.
Vietnam works to hit 2024 tourist arrivals target
With less than a month and a half left to 2024, Vietnam is working to meet its target of welcoming between 17 to 18 million tourists before the end of the year.
Windstar Cruises introduces new online booking engine
Small-ship cruise firm Windstar Cruises launched its new online booking engine through its official website.
PONANT heads into the heart of the Weddell Sea ice
PONANT is slated to offer four new sailings In November and December 2025 that take travellers on a voyage of exploration.
Philippines teams up with European Union to boost seafarers’ competencies and welfare
Philippines and the European Union launched a Technical Assistance Project (TAP) to improve Filipino seafarers' training, education, and working conditions in the country
Crew Connect Global X Seatrade Cruise Asia opens conversation on crewing and human resource investment
The opening discussions of Crew Connect Global, the event currently being held in tandem with Seatrade Cruise Asia in Manila, seek to delve into the different aspects of maritime crewing, as…
Philippine government working to boost facilities for the cruise sector
The Philippine tourism department is going over options to make the country more appealing to the cruise sector.
Philippine President sees his country as a hub for cruise tourism
Philippine President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jnr cited the potential of the Philippines as one of the world’s foremost cruise tourism hubs during his address at the welcome reception held…
Scenic Eclipse completes drydock in Galveston, TX
Scenic Group announced that its vessel, the Scenic Eclipse, successfully completed its emergency drydock in Galveston, TX.
Seatrade Cruise Asia 2024 opens in Manila
Seatrade Cruise Asia 2024 officially opens in the Philippines tonight at a welcome reception at The Cove at the Okada Manila, kicking off a major industry event that will run till Wednesday,…
COMO Hotels and Resorts launches first-ever Arctic cruise
COMO Hotels and Resorts announced its first-ever cruise: COMO Journey: Into the Arctic which sets sail on 30 July 2025.
Philippine province of Biliran to promote Higatangan Island as cruise destination
The first visit of a cruise ship to Higatangan Island in Naval, Biliran inspired its local government unit to step up its effort to draw more tourists
Atlas Ocean Voyages introduces expedition teams for new Antarctica season
Atlas Ocean Voyages begins its 2024-2025 Antarctica season with three vessels, each staffed with an expanded team of 17 seasoned polar expedition guides.
Heritage Expeditions teams up with iconic zoologist Nigel Marven
Heritage Expeditions announced that it recently partnered with legendary wildlife television presenter, producer, author, zoologist and naturalist Nigel Marven.
G Adventures’ new yachts to set sail in the Greek isles
G Adventures announced the launch of five custom-built yachts to sail in Greece for the 2025 European sailing season.
Heritage Expeditions releases brochure for 2025-2026
Expedition cruise firm Heritage Expeditions recently released its new Authentic Small Ship Expedition Cruising 2025-2026 brochure.
Australian cruise tourism sector surges to record high
Australia’s cruise tourism sector reports that its current value has surged to a record high, contributing significantly to the national economy.
Havila Voyages earns “Made in Norway” origin mark
Norwegian-owned coastal cruise line Havila Voyages received the official "Made in Norway" origin mark from Innovation Norway, following an application process that includes strict criteria…
SeaLink expands operations into India
SeaLink Marine & Tourism recently announced the appointment of Connect2India as its new trade distribution representative for India.
Atlas Ocean Voyages welcomes guests to The Explorers’ Table
Atlas Ocean Voyages invites guests to The Explorer’s Table, a new specialty dining option now available on Polar Expeditions.
Cruise Plus gives agents the opportunity to double their rewards
dnata Travel Group UK’s B2B cruising brand Cruise Plus gives travel agents the opportunity to earn double Farebank Points per booking from now until 23rd September.
Heritage Expeditions makes its way to the heart of Antarctica this January
Heritage Expeditions announced that the Antarctic Heritage Trust is its Inspiring Explorers Expedition Partner as it sails into Antarctica.
Greg Cormier is new chief marketing officer for Aurora Expeditions
Aurora Expeditions announced the appointment of Greg Cormier as its new chief marketing officer.
Influx of cruise arrivals raises overtourism concerns in Greece
The Greek government expressed serious worries regarding overtourism in light of a growing number of cruise passengers entering the country.
Seabourn Cruise Line sails to Asia for 2024/2025 season
Luxury cruise and expedition services provider Seabourn revealed its range of Asia itineraries for the late-2024 / early-2025 seasons.
Aurora Expeditions reveals its Arctic and Beyond itineraries for 2026
Pioneering small-ship cruise line Aurora Expeditions officially released its Arctic and Beyond season voyages for 2026.
SeaTrek Sailing Adventures introduces its Wonders of North Maluku voyage
Indonesian expedition cruise firm SeaTrek Sailing Adventures announced a new voyage for 2025 that heads into North Maluku.
Heritage Expeditions takes Australasian travel agents on Fiordland expedition cruise
Heritage Expeditions invited 25 travel agents from Australia and New Zealand on a one-of-a-kind FAM tour aboard its yacht Heritage Explorer.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises enhances several Alaska journeys in 2025
Regent Seven Seas Cruises offers modern-day adventurers a glorious way to experience Alaska, North America’s last frontier, with a six-night pre-cruise land programme.
Virgin Voyages offers solar eclipse cruises and new destinations for 2026
Astrotourism lies at the heart of future cruises for Richard Branson’s Virgin Voyages, as it offers trips that enable travellers to experience the ethereal beauty of total solar eclipses and…
Ponant launches new Vietnamese itinerary
Ponant launched sales for an exceptional 10-day voyage along the Vietnamese coast from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Ha Long.
SeaLink Marine & Tourism announces new addition to its fleet
SeaLink Marine & Tourism announced that construction on Goodna, the latest addition to its fleet, has been completed ahead of schedule.
Holland America presents 2026 Celestial Cruises
Holland America Line presents its line of Celestial Cruises for those yearning to tick off amazing sights like the Northern Lights off their bucket lists.
SeaTrek gets guests involved in coral conservation
The Indonesian cruise operator teamed up with conservation group Coral Guardians to deliver a hands-on lesson in protecting marine wildlife in Komodo.
&Beyond expands South America portfolio with its Galapagos Explorer
Sustainability-driven luxury travel company &Beyond just expanded its portfolio in South America to include its first expedition yacht to explore the famed Galapagos Islands.
Resorts World Cruises returns to Taiwan for a second year
Popular demand resulted in the return of Resorts World Cruises to Taiwan for a second year on 12 July.
Cruise Plus takes agents on two-day orientation tour
Cruise Plus welcomed 40 agents and 18 suppliers to their head office in Leyland for two informative days where they learned everything they could about the cruising industry.
Royal Caribbean joins two Philippine travel fairs
Royal Caribbean announced its participation as a key exhibitor at two upcoming Philippine travel events in Manila and in Mindanao.
Thomas Harrison is new Europe sales director of Swan Hellenic
Swan Hellenic formally appointed ultra-luxury cruise expert Thomas Harrison as their new sales director for Europe.
Cruise Plus, Ponant introduce Pearls of the Society Islands itinerary
Cruise Plus recently teamed up with Ponant to introduce its new Pearls of the Society Islands route under Luxury by Cruise Plus.
Albatros Expeditions launches first-ever Halal-certified cruise to Antarctica
Humpbacks send pearls of spray skywards as they dive back into icy water in screw-like movements, seals lounge peacefully on drifting ice, and colonies of penguins waddle along frozen…
Albatros Expeditions makes waves in the global cruise industry
Albatros Expeditions was born out of a passion for remote regions. The travel group sails to destinations worldwide, anywhere from Africa and Greenland to the polar ice caps.
Seabourn kicks off 2024 Alaska Season, with immersive, ultra-luxury voyages in the last frontier
Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, will kick off its 2024 Alaska season on May 10,2024 with Seabourn Odyssey departing from Vancouver for an enriching and…
Spot rare Dugong in Indonesia with SeaTrek in the remote Ring of Fire East of Komodo
Expedition cruise operator, SeaTrek Sailing Adventures, is offering guests a rare opportunity to glimpse elusive dugong and spend time with this endangered mammal in its natural seagrass…
American Queen Voyages™ launches “Sail Away & Save Event” and new flexible payment policy for wave season
American Queen Voyages™ (AQV), a leader in luxury river and expedition cruising, announces its biggest offer yet with its Sail Away & Save Event, which includes over 200 voyages through…
SixStarCruises welcomes AE Expeditions
SixStarCruises has recently welcomed AE Expeditions to its cruise partners portfolio, securing the first booking worth over £35,000 (approx. USD 44,144.27 ) in the highest suite grade- the…
Hurtigruten Expeditions looks to the future with arrival of veteran explorer Alastair Newton
Hurtigruten Expeditions have hired Alastair Newton, 45, a younger veteran of the Expedition Cruise industry, as Director of Expedition Operations.
PONANT offers free solo supplement on 95 voyages
There is no need to pay extra for the privacy of your own room in a PONANT cruise.
PONANT offers cash back on luxury expeditions to tropical escapes
Small ship cruise line PONANT offers cash back on its luxury expeditions to the remote islands of Tahiti and Seychelles.
PONANT offers cash back and more on select Le Commandant Charcot Expeditions
Luxury small ship cruise line PONANT offers an array of discounts and cash back to joiners of select Le Commandant Charcot Expeditions.
Aurora Expeditions announces Patagonia treks
The award-winning Australian adventure travel company, Aurora Expeditions, is pleased to announce its new treks in Patagonia commencing from 19 November 2022. The two 10-day itineraries,…
Aurora Expeditions partners with UpSchool to support Arctic education
Aurora Expeditions, the award-winning Australian adventure travel company, is partnering with UpSchool, an Australian-based education platform to educate students on the global…
Aurora Expeditions expands into French-speaking markets
Aurora Expeditions is continuing to grow its global presence with the announcement of the hire of Nicolas Bilek, who will drive Business Development for the expedition operator focused…
Aurora Expeditions releases additional places for Antarctic Climate Expedition for World Oceans Day
In honour of this year’s World Oceans Day, Australia’s award-winning travel adventure company Aurora Expeditions has announced an exclusive release of ten additional staterooms on its…
Aurora Expeditions announces Sylvia Earle maiden voyage and christening by ‘Hero of the Planet’
Aurora Expeditions has announced its new, purpose-built expedition ship, the Sylvia Earle, will be making her debut voyage on the Subantarctic Safari from November 4-20 2022.
Why you should board the maiden voyage of Aurora Expeditions’ Sylvia Earle
Aurora Expeditions has a new vessel crossing the notorious Drake Passage or the Denmark Strait. Named after a famous and courageous scientist, the Sylvia Earle is up to the task to face some…
Heritage Expeditions flagship Heritage Adventurer is ready to sail as New Zealand reopens
Heritage Expeditions luxurious new flagship Heritage Adventurer is nearing the completion of her refurbishment ahead of the New Zealand border opening and the announcement of three epic…
Heritage Expeditions announces three new Japan voyages for 2023 schedule
Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has added the intriguing islands of Japan to its 2023 schedule announcing three incredible new voyages aboard…
Aurora Expeditions appoints Michael Heath as new CEO
Aurora Expeditions has announced that Michael Heath will join the company, taking on the role of CEO effective June 1.
Heritage Expeditions releases 2023-24 Southern Ocean Season including new destinations
Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released its 2023-24 Southern Ocean Season adding some exciting destinations to its iconic voyages.
Aurora Expeditions celebrates successful Antarctica return
The award-winning Australian adventure travel company, Aurora Expeditions, has recently completed its return season to Antarctica and is celebrating a 100% success rate for its first season…
Aurora Expeditions to cancel Russia itineraries
Aurora Expeditions has confirmed that it will make changes to its upcoming voyages that include Russian itineraries in light of the invasion of Ukraine.
Adventures of a lifetime with Aurora Expeditions’ new Arctic & Global 2023 season offerings
Now that travel is steadily returning, joining a voyage from Aurora Expeditions’ Arctic and Global 2023 season offerings is the best way to start.
PONANT Mediterranean 2022 – More cruises than ever before!
Embark on a Mediterranean cruise and enjoy a taste of the "dolce vita" to experience an exotic escape with PONANT on a small-ship luxury cruise.
A Christmas gift from PONANT
It's time for your clients to get ready for their next voyage with PONANT and lock in their travel plans for 2022 & 2023!
Pandaw Expeditions bid farewell
Pandaw Expeditions has announced its closure due to the continuing Covid 19 impact on international leisure travel.
Aurora Expeditions celebrates Antarctica return with special offers to inspire discovery
Australia’s award-winning adventure travel company, Aurora Expeditions, has today announced it will be resuming operations in Antarctica, commencing its voyages from Punta Arenas, Chile from…
Aurora Expeditions 2022-2023 brochure features soul-captivating destinations and itineraries
The latest Aurora Expeditions 2022-2023 brochure is full of incredible destinations, including 16 new and innovative itineraries perfect for travel agents looking for something to wow their…
PONANT’s Le Commandant Charcot reaches geographic North Pole for the first time
Le Commandant Charcot, PONANT’s first LNG-powered hybrid electric luxury polar exploration vessel, has reached the geographic North Pole this week
Adventure in the heart of the Far North: PONANT opens sales for Arctic 2023
PONANT has launched the sales of its Arctic programme for Summer 2023 that will take guests to wintry destinations of Spitsbergen, Greenland, Iceland, Alaska and the Russian Arctic.
PONANT receives delivery of Le Commandant Charcot
PONANT took delivery of Le Commandant Charcot, the first hybrid electric polar
exploration ship powered by Liquefied Natural Gas.
Aurora becomes newest global partner of powerhouse luxury travel network Virtuoso
Adventure cruise company Aurora Expeditions has joined forces with travel’s leading luxury network Virtuoso as one of the newest suppliers of its exclusive global preferred partner portfolio…
Aurora Expeditions charts new course
Australia’s Aurora Expeditions is charting a new course in expedition travel to ensure clarity, commitment and care for its loyal guests, crew and travel trade partners
Dream Cruises resumes cruise in HK with Genting Dream
Dream Cruises has announced the restart of cruises in Hong Kong, set to begin at the end of July with Genting Dream offering 2 and 3-night “Super Summer Seacations” on the high seas.
Carnival Cruise Line names Miss Universe Dominican Republic as godmother of new ship
Miss Dominican Republic Kimberly Jiménez was awarded the "Spirit of Carnival" award for embodying the company's values of fun, friendship, diversity and inclusion.
Small ship expedition cruising emerges from COVID-19 as a clear winner
TD speaks with Monique Ponfoort, CEO of Aurora Expeditions, to share her journey and thoughts for the future
PONANT 10’s series will make you want to cruise again
The PONANT 10’s is a series of less than 10 minutes webinars that answers every question you might have about cruise line.
Crystal Endeavor: The first luxury expedition yacht to restart cruising in the Arctic and Northern Europe
Crystal announced the much-anticipated inaugural deployment of Crystal Endeavor, the first groundbreaking ship for Crystal Expedition Cruises.
Norwegian Cruise Line returns to cruising with first voyages in Europe and the Caribbean
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced its highly anticipated return to service, with new itineraries sailing Europe and The Caribbean beginning 25 July 2021.
P&O Cruises Australia scraps select departures until 2022
P&O Cruises Australia will extend its pause in guest operations until the end of July.
Aurora Expeditions Early Birds
Aurora Expedition has released the Australian early birds for departures from July 2021 until March 2022.
Steve McLaughlin joins Aurora Expeditions for Asia-Pacific growth
Australian-owned Aurora Expeditions welcomes cruise industry veteran Steve McLaughlin as its new director of sales in Asia-Pacific
Setting sail: Small-ship expedition cruising recovery on track
Conrad Combrink talks about how small-ship expedition cruising is showing impressive recovery and roadmap ahead for Silversea Cruises
Agent Alert: Get the lowdown on this amazing new collection of Iceland cruises
Signing up for a once-in-a-lifetime expedition to explore the shores of Iceland, while relaxing on board a state of the art cruise ship in the lap of luxury, is back on the menu as Ponant…
It’s time to sail again! Get aboard on PONANT’s new webinars for post-COVID cruising updates
French luxury cruise line, Ponant, has announced a series of exclusive webinars starting next week for updates of its luxury products
Agent alert! Spruce up cruise offerings with PONANT training module now available on CLIA Learning Academy
In a move that reflects the growth of interest in luxury small ship cruising - and expedition cruising in particular, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has opened the new…
Feel your spirits soar as you embark on the voyage of tomorrow
As Ponant's latest fleet addition readies itself for the 2021 Arctic season. We go behind the scenes of the world's first Hybrid Luxury Polar Exploration Vessel and pull back the curtain of…
Royal Caribbean to resume sailings from China in July
Royal Caribbean will be unfurling its sails in July with scheduled cruises in Asia.
A Yacht Charter Guide for The Galapagos Islands
With as many activities available as islets to explore, the Galapagos Islands offer a trip you won’t forget anytime soon. Renowned diving sites, brilliant hiking, utterly unique flora and…
Coral Expeditions launches ‘Revitalise on the Reef’ wellness programme
Australia’s pioneer of expedition cruising, Coral Expeditions, has launched all-new seven-night ‘Revitalise on the Reef’ wellness expeditions on the Outer Great Barrier Reef commencing…
“Q the Adventure”: Quark Expeditions’ new polar expedition vessel
Provider of polar adventures Quark Expeditions has announced that its much-anticipated polar vessel, Ultramarine, is ready for booking during an inaugural Arctic season.
Unveiled: Crystal Endeavor rolled out at MV Werften in Stralsund, Germany
Crystal Endeavor rolled out of MV Werften in Stralsund, Germany touching water for the first time in the most recent milestone for the polar class expedition vessel. The latest addition…
Princess Cruises reveals 2021 Alaska season
Princess Cruises has announced its 2021 Alaska season with eight ships calling to 17 destinations on 11 unique itineraries from five homeports. Also included in the 2021 season are 25…
Witness a total solar eclipse in a luxury expedition cruise to Antarctica
Embark on the ultimate adventure to Antarctica, where towering icebergs and massive glaciers set the stage for a once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon: a total solar eclipse.
Voyage to the top of the world with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has announced its 2021/22 ocean programme, a 28-night Arctic exploration in August 2021, taking in the natural wonders of Greenland, Iceland and northern Norway.
Seabourn completes ‘ice model hull test’ for new expedition ship
Ultra-luxury cruise line Seabourn has marked another milestone in the construction of its new expedition ship, Seabourn Venture, with the completion of ice model testing for the ship's PC-6…
“Grave concerns”: One Ocean Expeditions cancels third trip polar trip
Swoop Antarctica, British purveyors of tours to the Polar regions, has expressed its worries over the cancellation of a third successive voyage by One Ocean Expeditions.
The move has…
PONANT’s Le Lapérouse: Luxury expedition sailing with 5-star hotel services
This exclusive cruise feature is brought to you by TD founder and co-chairman Gary Marshall aboard the small luxury expedition ship, Ponant Le Lapérouse, en route to Osaka, for what might be…
Cruise news: Celebrity Apex, MS Roald Amundsen’s godmother and more
On TD’s cruise radar this week, Celebrity Cruises announces its latest ship, Hurtigruten reveals MS Roald Amundsen’s godmother and more.
Snow and MICE: IAATO to turn “tourists into ambassadors”
Polar field guides have hit on Sturbridge, Massachusetts this week for the third bi-annual International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) and the Association of Arctic…
First hybrid-powered ship completes Northwest Passage crossing
Hurtigruten’s MS Roald Amundsen has made exploration history – being the first battery-hybrid powered ship to ever traverse the legendary Northwest Passage.
G Adventures adds custom-built catamaran to its Galápagos fleet
Tour operator G Adventures, has brought a sixth yacht to its fleet of vessels for touring the Galápagos Islands, with 2020 departures posted on its website today. The custom-built catamaran…
Quark Expeditions unveils new polar expedition ship
Quark Expeditions, a specialist in polar adventures, has released new renderings of its new polar expedition ship set to sail in the Antarctic next year.
Grand Voyages: “Travelling deeper to discover the world’s authentic beauty”
Silversea's Grand Voyages, scheduled for late 2020 and 2021, includes visits to some of the world’s most iconic ports and exotic destinations.
World’s first hybrid-powered cruise ship to be named in Antarctica
Hurtigruten has announced the first-ever ship naming ceremony in Antarctica for the hybrid-powered expedition cruise ship MS Roald Amundsen.
Interactive art programme unveiled on Canadian Arctic
Each year, One Ocean Expeditions’ (OOE) ‘Art in the Arctic’ programme welcomes special guests onboard with a profound connection to the polar regions, combined with a highly acclaimed…
Cool off in heatwave on CMV cruise to Arctic and Greenland
Cruise & Maritime Voyages (CMV) is offering a fantastic opportunity to cool off this summer on an Arctic and Greenland Expedition voyage taking in the Arctic Circle, geothermal pools…
New deal as demand for super yacht management services in Hong Kong rises
The Hong Kong Cruise and Yacht Industry Association (HKCYIA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Voyager Risk Solutions to support its risk and insurance management…
Coral Expeditions: “We have identified the UK as a key international market”
Coral Expeditions has announced the establishment of a UK sales office in London and by appointing Amy Sharpe as their UK sales manager commencing in May 2019.
Cruises for solo travellers and adventurers on the rise
According to independent research conducted by cruise agency, Cruise 118, cruising is a popular choice for solo travellers across all age groups.
Aurora Expeditions launches ship with Ulstein X-BOW tech
Aurora Expeditions has celebrated the sea launch of its latest ship, Greg Mortimer, the first passenger expedition ship with Ulstein X-BOW technology.
PH aims to find a ‘sweet spot’ for its cruise tourism
The Philippines is proving to be an up and coming tourist destination for cruise ships but it aims to find the balance between revenue and headcount.
Royal Caribbean will pay someone to cruise the world
Royal Caribbean is looking for a Shore Explorer or someone they can pay to travel the world and post amazing photos and stories on social media.
Intrepid Travel: Antarctica voyages within closer reach
From October 2020, Intrepid Travel will introduce new excursions on board the Ocean Endeavour to the coldest and oldest continent, Antarctica.
Cruise news: Wider balconies at sea, tallest screen and more
Catch all the action from the cruise industry in our exciting weekly round up. This week Antarctica gains focus with luxurious itineraries and a trip with the expert, while cruise ships…
Smoking can get you kicked off Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line has updated its smoking policy and violators may be disembarked from the cruise ship.
Princess Cruises Alaska 2020: “The Great Land never ceases to amaze”
Princess Cruises has unveiled its 2020 Alaska season with cruises and cruisetours, on sale starting 15 November.
Polar power: Silversea heads to the Arctic and Antarctic in 2019/20
Luxury cruise company Silversea has announced its latest selection of itineraries for the summer 2019 and winter 2019/2020 seasons.
Aqua Expeditions gets USD 28M to expand fleet
Boutique river cruise company Aqua Expeditions has received USD 28 million investment from Bison Capital to fuel its expansion plans.
Azamara Club Cruises pairs with Cox & Kings to make stays in cities memorable
Azamara Club Cruises has partnered with luxury tour operator Cox & Kings and launched the City Stays program that will allow guests to explore the iconic arrival or departure ports.
Crystal Cruises 2021 lineup includes 175 heritage sites
Crystal Cruises has announced its full lineup of 2021 for Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, becoming the first cruise line to announce a complete 2021 deployment.
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise ship touches water for the first time
The first of three Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection cruise ships touched the water for the first time at its float out ceremony at the Hijos De J. Barreras Shipyard in Vigo, Spain.
Silversea Cruises adds more to its fleet after joining Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean Cruises and Silversea Cruises have announced agreements to build three new ships for Silversea Cruises, the ultra-luxury and expedition cruise brand that recently joined the…
Silversea Expedition guests witness the Aurora Borealis
Guests aboard the Silver Cloud sailed off the southwest coast of Greenland to witness the otherworldly green lights dancing across the night’s sky.
Dream Cruises’ World Dream sails maiden voyage from Shenzen homeport
World Dream, Dream Cruises’ German-built, premium megaship, departs from the Shekou Cruise Homeport in Shenzhen on 18 September embarking on a journey to the scenic destinations in Vietnam.
Carnival Corporation unveils OceanView Mobile – first ever travel content app
Leisure travel company Carnival Corporation has launched OceanView Mobile – an industry first travel content app from a travel provider that enables users to watch the most popular U.S.…
Silversea to embark on the first-ever seven-continent world cruise
In the course of 140 days, Silversea’s Silver Whisper will cruise the world, literally bringing the guests to seven continents.
Explorer Dream joins the Dream Cruises fleet as pathfinder
“Explorer Dream”, a 75,338 gross ton, 1,870 passenger cruise ship, will join the Dream Cruises family in spring 2019 in the role of pathfinder for the brand’s global aspirations.
Qatar Tourism Authority, AIDA & Costa Cruises aim to make country a cruise destination
Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with German AIDA Cruises and Italian Costa Cruises to develop cruise tourism in the country.
Five new Rascals for Indonesian cruise start-up
Indonesian cruise line Rascal Voyages may have only been established in 2017, but in the few months they have been in action the new kids on the block created more than a few ripples with…
G Adventures to add its fifth vessel in Galapagos islands
Small group adventure tour operator G Adventures has added a fifth yacht to its fleet of chartered vessels for the Galapagos Islands.
Fred. Olsen offers last minute summer cruises with September sailings
Looking for last minute trip this summer? Pack your bags and board the Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines for any of its four cruise deals starting at GBP 399 (USD 509) in September.
Hurtigruten updates Norwegian Coastal Voyages brochure
Adventure travel company, Hurtigruten, has launched its new 20190/2020 brochure, featuring enhancements to its Norwegian Coastal Voyages.
One Ocean Expeditions pairs with Ocean Wise to protect our oceans
One Ocean Expeditions (OOE) has announced that it has formalised its five-year partnership with not-profit-organization Ocean Wise that aims to expand their joint educational programs around…
Aurora Expeditions joins CLIA, announces new ship and voyages
Australian-based ‘adventure company’ Aurora Expeditions, has joined CLIA as it looks to expand its presence in the UK, Ireland and across Europe.
Scenic breaks the ice in Antarctica with Sir Ranulph Fiennes
Scenic Cruises launches 27 night Antarctica adventure itinerary.
Saga Cruises offers Spirit of Discovery – an adventure cruise by name and by nature
Spirit of Discovery is not just the name of Saga Cruises’ new ship, it is also the philosophy of the new cruise departing from Dover on 17 August 2019 sailing around the Baltic and weaving a…
Silversea Expeditions announces inaugural crossing of the Northeast Passage
Silversea Expeditions celebrates its 10th anniversary with the introduction of its first crossing of the Northeast Passage – an isolated cruising route above the Arctic Circle.
Silversea Expeditions pushes the boundaries of exploration with two rare encounters
Providing a broad range of cruise adventures, Silversea Expeditions has unlocked two travel experiences in vastly different marine environments – the Arctic Ice Edge near the North Pole and…
Seabourn orders two new ships with submarines on board
Luxury cruise line, Seabourn, has signed a deal for the construction of two new ultra-luxury expedition ships in partnership between shipbuilders T.Mariotti and Damen.
Hapag-Lloyd gets into the spirit of expedition cruising
Hapag-Lloyd has commissioned a new vessel for its expedition fleet, Hanseatic spirit.
Silversea’s whale watching voyages with ORCA break sighting records
Silversea Cruises brings experiential travel onboard through its partnership with ORCA, a volunteer community dedicated to studying and protecting whales, dolphins and porpoises.
Glacier Bay permit fees for cruise ships set to increase
The Glacier Bay National Park permit fee for each cruise passenger has gone up from $5 to $8.28 for the next decade.
Silversea bookings for Legends of Cruising – World Cruise 2020 breaks records
It seems cruise fever has taken over 2018 as Silversea marked a record number of bookings since the opening of Legends of Cruising - World Cruise 2020.
Azamara Club Cruises unveils 2020 itineraries
Azamara Club Cruises reveals the 2020 itineraries that will take guests to new destinations in South Africa, French Polynesia, and Hawaii.
Pandaw announces one-time Asia voyage through southern Burma
Asia cruise pioneer Pandaw has announced a new river and ocean voyage that will explore southern Burma, setting sail on 28 February 28 2019.
China’s ‘Coconut City’ now open to Southeast Asian tourists
The Haikou Tourism Development Commission of China recently bared plans to welcome Vietnamese and Philippine visitors.
The Hainan province-based agency announced that it was collaborating…
HH Travel sends Chinese travellers “pole to pole”
Ultra-luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises has announced a unique collaboration with China’s leading luxury travel brand, HH Travel.
Hurtigruten: cruise news
Hurtigruten, launched its 2018/ 2019 program in Singapore at a consumer event hosted by its GSA, Scenic Travel. As the largest player in both poles, sailings depart from Norway, Iceland,…
Coral Expeditions to build next generation expedition cruise ships
Coral Expeditions, has signed a contract today with Norwegian shipbuilder Vard to build its fourth expedition cruise ship due to be delivered in mid-2019, with a further vessel intended to…
Coral Expeditions offers trips up PNG river
Australia's Coral Expeditions is allowing adventurous travellers to take a trip up the Sepik River in Papua New Guinea.
The company has unveiled plans for a short series of four…
Windstar launches Star Collector Voyages
Windstar Cruises has launched a series of back-to-back cruises.
The new Star Collector Voyages feature longer and more in-depth voyages from 14 to 34 days with few repeated ports.
While…
Pandaw Expeditions launches members club
Pandaw Expeditions has announced a new Members Club, designed to reward loyal guests.
The club entitles guests to a free, unlimited wine package to accompany lunch and dinner onboard,…
Cruise industry talks to CLIA about the small ship cruise experience
Travelling on board ships with a smaller passenger capacity is on the rise among travellers.
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has uncovered some interesting facts about…
Aurora Expeditions launch Amazing Antarctica sale
Aurora Expeditions has launched it Amazing Antarctica Sale.
Offering savings of up to US$1,500 (£1,160) per person, join one of their 2017/18 Antarctica voyages travelling in the company…
Seabourn offering new cruise itineraries for 2018 & 2019
Seabourn has revealed its new worldwide itineraries for the autumn 2018 and winter 2019 seasons.
The new program includes 37 sailings to hidden harbours, marquee ports and cities…
Be spellbound by Norway’s mighty fjords
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a new brochure, entitled ‘Spellbinding Norway’, dedicated to its range of ‘Norwegian Fjords’ holidays in 2017 and 2018.
It showcases nine unique…
Explore uncharted territory with the Hanseatic and Bremen
With the announcement last year that expedition ship Hanseatic is to remain in the fleet until September 2018, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has introduced a new catalogue for the 2018/2019 season…
Wild Earth Travel announces new addition
Small ship cruising specialists Wild Earth Travel continue to increase their portfolio of yachts, expedition and luxury ships.
Wild Earth’s general manager Aaron Russ has announced…
Soak up Mediterranean culture this summer with Voyages to Antiquity
As France’s first underwater museum opens its floodgates in Marseilles this June, Voyages to Antiquity will be sailing culture-seekers into town on board the MV Aegean Odyssey.
The…
See Australia’s most magnificent waterfalls with Silversea Expeditions
For those looking for a cruise further afield, luxury expedition cruise specialist Silversea is featuring exceptional opportunities this year for adventure enthusiasts to explore Australia's…
Aqua Expeditions offers women only cruising
Aqua Expeditions has announced the launch of a series of unique hosted journeys exclusively for women for 2017. Offering unparalleled access to the world’s greatest rivers in utmost comfort,…
Aqua Expeditions partners with legendary conservationist, Jean-Michel Cousteau
Aqua Expeditions, one of world’s leading luxury river cruise companies, has announced a new collaboration with world-renowned champion of ocean conservation and environmental protection,…
