Why the Great Lakes is an attractive cruise destination

Why the Great Lakes is an attractive cruise destination
By Alex Smith | 05 December 2023

Rebecca Yackley speaks with Alex Smith about the many experiences the Great Lakes offers cruise travellers and why itinerary planners should explore the region

Rebecca Yackley explains why brands are planning itineraries in the region  

Four Seasons Yachts cuts steel for inaugural vessel in Italy

Four Seasons Yachts cuts steel for inaugural vessel in Italy

Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings, joint owner/operator Four Seasons Yachts

By Laura Hyde | 05 December 2023

Shipbuilder Fincantieri is due to deliver the first yacht by the end of 2025

Explora Journeys unveils schedule for Explora I and II

Explora Journeys unveils schedule for Explora I and II

Explora Journeys

By Laura Hyde | 05 December 2023

The ships will sail seven, 14 and 21-night voyages between summer 2024 and April 2026

Princess Cruises partners with Goodstock by Nolan Ryan

Princess Cruises partners with Goodstock by Nolan Ryan

Princess Cruises

By Laura Hyde | 04 December 2023

The Hall of Fame pitcher and rancher brings Angus beef to Regal Princess 

Celebrity Cruises christens Celebrity Ascent in Florida

Celebrity Cruises christens Celebrity Ascent in Florida

Celebrity Cruises

By Laura Hyde | 04 December 2023

Ceremony featured co-godmothers, Bravo TV’s Captain Sandy Yawn and sister Michelle Dunham  

How TUI is looking back to the past with ‘Legends of the Nile’ itinerary

How TUI is looking back to the past with ‘Legends of the Nile’ itinerary
By Alice Chambers | 04 December 2023

Katy Berzins tells Alice Chambers how TUI River Cruises will explore the history of Egypt on its new ‘Legends of the Nile’ itinerary

Katy Berzins discusses the historic seven-night itinerary its new ship will sail in November 2024 

Wärtsilä to provide tech for USA’s first zero-emission high-speed ferries

Wärtsilä to provide tech for USA’s first zero-emission high-speed ferries

WETA

By Laura Hyde | 01 December 2023

The ferries are expected to begin operations in San Francisco in 2025

Viking Vela floats out at Fincantieri’s Ancona shipyard

Viking Vela floats out at Fincantieri’s Ancona shipyard

Viking

By Laura Hyde | 01 December 2023

The 998-guest Viking vessel is set to debut in December 2024

Prince Edward Island: a culinary and cultural paradise

Prince Edward Island: a culinary and cultural paradise

Victoria Row 

By Alex Smith | 01 December 2023

With a vibrant cultural scene and a variety of local delicacies to enjoy, Prince Edward Island is a hidden treasure that is perfect for Canadian cruise itineraries, says Craig Sulis of Tourism Prince Edward Island

Craig Sulis from Tourism Prince Edward Island shares the secrets of this hidden treasure

Norwegian Cruise Line christens Norwegian Viva in Miami

Norwegian Cruise Line christens Norwegian Viva in Miami

Norwegian Cruise Line

By Alex Smith | 30 November 2023

The newest ship in the cruise line’s fleet was named by singer Luis Fonsi

Why people and partnerships are at the heart of PortMiami

Why people and partnerships are at the heart of PortMiami
By Alex Smith | 30 November 2023

Hydi Webb explains to Alex Smith how PortMiami handles one of the busiest cruise schedules in the world while continuing to promote sustainable growth

Hydi Webb explains how PortMiami handles one of the busiest cruise schedules in the world

How data-driven insights are transforming cruise crew changes

How data-driven insights are transforming cruise crew changes
By Nikos Gazelidis | 30 November 2023

The ability to identify trends and realise data-driven opportunities can reduce OPEX and increase welfare during crew change operations, according to Nikos Gazelidis, Chief Commercial Officer at ATPI Marine Travel

Realising data-driven opportunities for crew changes can reduce expense and increase welfare

Atlantic Canada completes record-breaking 2023 cruise season

Atlantic Canada completes record-breaking 2023 cruise season

Atlantic Canada Cruise Association

By Alex Smith | 29 November 2023

More than 600 ships visited the region, a 28 per cent increase in port calls over 2022

Maiden season: Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas

Maiden season: Royal Caribbean International’s Icon of the Seas
By Alex Smith | 29 November 2023

Royal Caribbean International’s newest and biggest ship will make its debut in January 2024, departing from PortMiami on both Eastern and Western Caribbean voyages

The biggest cruise ship in the world will make its debut in January 2024 from PortMiami

How Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours are exploring new horizons

How Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours are exploring new horizons

Tourism Western Australia

By Alex Smith | 28 November 2023

Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours’ James Griffiths shares with Alex Smith how his perspective has changed with a new role and discusses the challenges of planning global itineraries

James Griffiths discusses the challenges of planning global itineraries

Royal Caribbean takes delivery of world’s largest cruise ship in Finland

Royal Caribbean takes delivery of world’s largest cruise ship  in Finland

sbw-photo

By Laura Hyde | 28 November 2023

Icon of the Seas will make its debut in January 2024 in Florida