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AmaWaterways

Cruises Steering Far from Middle East–If They Can

With the Middle East conflict spreading at an epidemic rate, cruise lines are scrambling to avoid disruption and planning far ahead to steer clear of an epic storm. Some were caught in the crosshairs. Four [...]
Canada

Four Seasons Yachts Keeps Launch Low Key

The long-awaited Four Seasons I has begun her inaugural season, a Mediterranean voyage,coinciding with the 65th anniversary of Four Seasons Hotels and the opening of its first hotel on the first day of spring in [...]
Caribbean

How to Save as Sea Cloud Expands its Routes

Sea Cloud Cruises is adding immersive routes for its elegant sailing ships in 2027 and 2028 and you can save by booking now. Modern sailing yachts Sea Cloud Spirit and Sea Cloud II are plotting [...]
AmaWaterways

AmaSofia Joins the Fleet in Spectacular Style

AmaWaterways showcased the new colors and branding of its river fleet with the gala christening of its newest ship, AmaSofia.AmaSofia was christened during a ceremony on the Rhine attended by 1,200 members of the travel [...]
Celebrity Cruises

A Luxury Opportunity to Scratch Your Galapagos Itch

The Galapagos Islands are always a wish-list destination and Celebrity Cruises is opening a new chapter of cruises on their purpose-built exploration ship Celebrity Flora. Bookings are open for more than 50 all-inclusive sailings in [...]

Revealed: Star Clippers’ Newest Is the World’s Biggest Sailing Ship

by Wallace Immen in Caribbean Comments Off on Revealed: Star Clippers’ Newest Is the World’s Biggest Sailing Ship

The rumors are true! Star Clippers is building the world’s largest sailing ship. And she’s a whopper. Flying Clipper will be the biggest and the most ambitious of the Clipper fleet to date, carrying 300 guests, [...]

Old San Juan Puts on a Happy Face as Puerto Rico Comes Bouncing Back

April 23, 2019 Comments Off

You’ve never seen old San Juan so immaculate. Businesses and restaurants are sporting fresh coats of paint in pinks, golds and blues. Brigades of volunteers in matching fluorescent shirts patrol the streets with brooms and […]

View of Danube from Budapest's castle hill

Seeing the Danube’s True Blue and the Beauty of Budapest on AmaCerto

February 17, 2014 Comments Off

Our complimentary guided tour of Budapest from AmaCerto started with our guide making an apology. As romantic as the notion of the Beautiful Blue Danube sounds, the water is actually a golden brown if viewed […]

Carnival’s Vista is Eye-Opening

January 25, 2015 Comments Off

The first brew pub at sea, cycling in the sky and an IMAX theater are just some of the innovations Carnival Cruise Lines has revealed will be on its newest and biggest ship, Carnival Vista. […]

Atlas Ocean Voyages Crafts Vegan Menu

August 16, 2023 Comments Off

Recognizing the growing demand for vegan cuisine, Atlas Ocean Voyages has curated a menu that celebrates the abundance and flavors of plant-based ingredients. From gourmet appetizers to main courses and indulgent desserts, the vegan menu […]

Wish You Had a Personal Genie?

March 18, 2016 1

Royal Caribbean is taking the concept of butler service to a new level with “Royal Genies.” Royal Genies are being assigned to guests in a new Royal Suite Class: Star Class Loft Suites or higher […]