Cruise News Archives – AllThingsCruise

Viking Launches New Experience Channel Viking.Tv

April 4, 2020April 4, 2020 by Editor

Designed to Bring the World to the Homes of Travelers, Viking.TV is a New Online Destination for Daily Cultural Content Courtesy of Viking: Los Angeles (April 3, 2020) – Viking today announced the official launch of Viking.TV, a new digital platform designed to provide enriching cultural content and livestreaming video experiences from around the world. The announcement was made by Executive Vice President Karine Hagen in a video for current and past Viking guests, posted on the …

People Helping People … Let’s promote small businesses

April 2, 2020April 2, 2020 by Editor

In an uncertain time, we know one thing is true: We all have the power to help others. In this spirit, we’ve added a new page to the All Things Cruise website: People Helping People. (Photo credit Dennis Cox)

Coronavirus travel: See list of cruise line restrictions and cancellation policies

March 30, 2020March 26, 2020 by Editor

Cape Horn, from the south in the Drake Passage, southern most point of South America

“Today” Travel section story outlines coronavirus travel status for a number of lines. See list of cruise line restrictions and cancellation policies as of this published date. https://www.today.com/money/coronavirus-travel-latest-cruise-restrictions-cancellation-policies-t175235 Cape Horn, South America Photos by ©Dennis Cox/WorldViews

Crystal’s Limited Edition 30th Anniversary Cookbook Offers a Taste of Celebrated Onboard Cuisine

March 11, 2020 by Editor

More than 200 pages of mouthwatering, Michelin-inspired recipes showcases Crystal’s celebrated culinary experience Courtesy Crystal Cruises: MIAMI, March 5, 2020 – As Crystal marks its 30th Anniversary of cruising this year, the company has unveiled Taste, a commemorative cookbook celebrating the onboard culinary experience that has long been one of the most acclaimed elements of the award-winning brand. From cover to cover, the book takes readers and aspiring chefs on a global journey through the destinations Crystal explores and the …

Celestyal Cruises … Extends “Big Cruise Sale”

March 10, 2020March 10, 2020 by Editor

Celestyal Cruises Responds To Coronavirus With “Peace Of Mind Policy*” For New And Current Bookings & Extends “Big Cruise Sale” Courtesy Celestyal Cruises: ATHENS, GREECE (March 10, 2020) – In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, Celestyal Cruises, the award-winning, number one choice for travelers to the Greek Islands and the Mediterranean, has launched a “Peace of Mind Policy*” to include current bookings for travel between now and June 30, 2020. Customers are able to alter their …

AmaSiena, AmaWaterways newest river cruise ship for 2020 …

March 9, 2020 by Editor

AmaWaterways river cruise ship, the AmaSiena, will launch in July 2020. The AmaSiena, a 156-guest ship, will sail seven-, 10- and 11-night itineraries in Europe along the Rhine, Main, Moselle and Danube rivers. Like AmaWaterways similar vessels, the AmaLea, the AmaKristina and the upcoming AmaMora, the new ship will have connecting staterooms and a variety of dining choices, such as regionally inspired cuisine in the Main Restaurant and a wine-paired tasting menu in The Chef’s Table Restaurant. …

AmaDahlia. a new river cruise ship on Egypt’s Nile River …

March 9, 2020March 8, 2020 by Editor

AmaWaterways has announced plans to launch the AmaDahlia. a new river cruise ship on Egypt’s Nile River in September 2021. September 2021 AmaWaterways will begin offering 11-night Secrets of Egypt & Nile cruise and land itinerary to include a seven-night roundtrip river cruise on the AmaDahlia from Luxor and three-night pre- and one-night post-cruise stays in Cairo at the Four Seasons, Cairo at The First Residence. The river cruise portion of the itinerary will take in such …

Book A Cruise Now … (travel co’s relax and change cancellation policies)

March 9, 2020March 6, 2020 by Editor

The cruise lines are updating their cancellation policies, allowing for more flexibility. Working with a cruise travel specialist, they can help you book and assist with details. Cruise Line Policies Recently Updated / Issued: (more will be added as issued): Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line has issued a formal response to the March 8 n-COVID19 U.S. State Department travel advisory, emphasizing the strength of its unique Bahamas vacation product. The official statement is as follows: “We want to …

Success Has Never Looked So Good: Celebrity Apex Returns From Successful First Sea Trial

February 20, 2020February 20, 2020 by Editor

The completion of the sea trial marks a major milestone in the road to delivery for Celebrity Apex … (Courtesy Celebrity Cruises) Saint-Nazaire, France – February 11, 2020 – Celebrity Apex returned to the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France, over the weekend following a very successful first sea trial. As anticipated, the Celebrity Cruises ship followed in the footsteps of its Edge Series sister ship, the award-winning Celebrity Edge, far surpassing performance expectations. The trial, conducted between February 4-8, 2020, …

Victory Cruise Lines Introduces Cutting-Edge Sustainability Practices — On Board the Ocean Victory for 2021

February 20, 2020February 19, 2020 by Editor

Victory Cruise Lines, operated by American Queen Steamboat Company, is introducing cutting-edge sustainability practices on board the upcoming Ocean Victory, which will debut in Alaska and British Columbia in May 2021. Highlights include: X-Bow® design results in smoother sailing and higher levels of clean-burning fuel efficiency Four diesel and two electro engines optimize speed and fuel consumption Zero Emission Day capabilities keep Alaska’s air and water pristine Innovative stabilizers minimize the necessity of dropping anchor, protecting fragile …