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Royal Caribbean Begins Construction on Fifth Oasis Class Ship

April 24, 2019 by Editor

MIAMI, April 24, 2019 – The revolutionary Oasis Class will soon have a new sister, as today Royal Caribbean International celebrated the steel cutting of a fifth Oasis Class ship, scheduled to be delivered in 2021. The steel cutting, marking the official start of construction, took place at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France. The Oasis Class took the cruise industry by storm with the introduction of Oasis of the Seas a decade ago …

Virgin Voyages, Intelligentsia Coffee Partner

April 23, 2019April 22, 2019 by Editor

Scarlet Lady Coffee Bar (Virgin Voyages) (PRESS RELEASE)_CHICAGO — April 22, 2019 — When Virgin Voyages’ first ship, the Scarlet Lady, embarks on her inaugural season in 2020, Sailors will have access to extraordinary brews from Intelligentsia Coffee. The specialty coffee pioneer and Virgin Voyages’ partnership will be rooted in shared values of commitment to quality and responsible sourcing. Coffee lovers should rejoice because Virgin Voyages Sailors will never have a bad cup on their holiday. …

Emerald Waterways Opens Books for 2020-21 Mekong River Cruises Aboard Newest Ship, Emerald Harmony

April 15, 2019April 15, 2019 by Editor

Boston, MA (April 2019) – With the inaugural sailing of the highly anticipated Emerald Harmony Star-Ship just a few months off—and with the 2019-2020 season nearly sold out—Emerald Waterways is pleased to announce that they are now taking Mekong River bookings for the 2020-2021 season. And better yet, guests who book a sailing of 13 days or more will receive free round trip airfare to Asia, or $2,500 savings per couple when booked by June 29. With …

AmaWaterways Welcomes Amadouro and Celebrates Her Inaugural Voyage With Festive Christening Ceremony

April 12, 2019April 12, 2019 by Editor

CALABASAS, CA – (April 12, 2019) – AmaWaterways today christened its newest river cruise ship, AmaDouro, with a festive ceremony in Porto, Portugal. The christening put the final touch on AmaDouro’s inaugural sailing – which began in Porto and returned today for the special evening event hosted by AmaWaterways co-founders Rudi Schreiner and Kristin Karst. Honorary guest, Advantage Travel Partnership Chief Executive Officer and AmaDouro Godmother, Julia Lo Bue-Said was joined by respected travel industry partners, …

Norwegian Sun Returns to Port Canaveral For Second Year of Popular Cuba Cruises

April 12, 2019 by Editor

Port Canaveral, FL – April 12, 2019 – Norwegian Cruise Line’s Sun returns to Port Canaveral today for a second season of popular cruises from the Port to Cuba, as well as excursions to the Bahamas. Starting Monday, April 15, the Norwegian Sun, which in 2018 became the first homeported cruise ship to sail from Port Canaveral to Cuba, will offer four-, five- and seven-day cruises to Havana, Cuba, with select sailings also calling to Key …

Luxury riverboat operator American Queen Steamboat Company (AQSC) Invites Guests to Join for an 23-day Cruise from New Orleans, LA to Red Wing, MN

April 12, 2019 by Editor

Luxury riverboat operator American Queen Steamboat Company (AQSC) invites guests to join for an 23-day cruise from New Orleans, LA to Red Wing, MN June 23- July 15, 2019 onboard the American Queen, exploring America’s storybook towns and vibrant bustling cities. This voyage is packed with special events, such as blues by Memphis legend Joyce Cobb and her band, a solo cabaret by Glenn Springs and a homespun show by Dave Para and Cathy Barton featuring …

Tauck Announces Details of New Douro Cruises

April 10, 2019 by Editor

WILTON, CT (April 10, 2019) Tauck has revealed details of its three Douro cruises – its first ever on the river – slated to launch in 2020. Earlier this year the company announced plans to expand to the Douro with three new cruises and a new ship, the ms Andorinha, and in the months since it has been busy finalizing details of those new itineraries. The three new cruises will include the travel industry’s first-ever family …

MSC Cruises Reveals Creative Process Behind the Two Brand-New Cirque Du Soleil at Sea Shows Aboard MSC Bellissima

April 10, 2019 by Editor

Geneva, Switzerland (April 10, 2019) – Cirque du Soleil at Sea is a unique entertainment concept created by MSC Cruises the, world’s largest privately owned cruise line, and Cirque du Soleil, the world-leader in live entertainment. In March 2019, two brand new Cirque du Soleil at Sea shows launched on board MSC Cruises’ new flagship, MSC Bellissima. The leading cruise line has revealed today details of the inspiration and creative process behind these two original new …

Windstar Cruises’ Reveals Details of $250 Million Star Plus Initiative at Seatrade Cruise Global Event

April 9, 2019 by Editor

MIAMI, April 9, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Windstar Cruises, the leader in small ship cruising, revealed big news today about the award-winning line’s $250 Million Star Plus Initiative at Seatrade Cruise Global, the cruise industry’s most celebrated worldwide event. At a press conference today, the Seattle-based cruise line’s President John Delaney, revealed 360-degree “views” and vibrant renderings of what guests will experience on the line’s three renovated vessels, Star Breeze, Star Legend, and Star Pride. Delaney was joined …

Seabourn Unveils First Stunning Public Spaces on New Ultra-Luxury Purpose-Built Expedition Ships

April 9, 2019 by Editor

SEATTLE, April 9, 2019 – Seabourn, the world’s finest ultra-luxury cruise line, has given travelers their first glimpse of select public spaces on its two new ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships set to launch in June 2021 and May 2022, respectively. The work of design icon Adam D. Tihany, the Expedition Lounge, Discovery Center, Landing Zone, and Atrium are masterfully designed spaces that will act as the communal hub on Seabourn Venture and another yet-to-be-named sister ship. The …