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Oceania’s Marina Launching Next Fleet Upgrades

Oceania Cruises plans a transformation of its classic ship Oceania Marina.In a dry dock in October 2026, every stateroom will be redesigned, along with enhancements across all public spaces, ensuring that the ship reflects Oceania [...]
Caribbean

So Long Middle East; How About the Med Next Winter?

Explora Journeys has joined a roster of cruise lines changing course from the Middle East and sailing throughout the winter in the Mediterranean. MSC Cruises, and Windstar Cruises are also rerouting to sail in Europe [...]
AmaWaterways

Cruises Steering Far from Middle East–If They Can

With no end in sight to the Middle East conflict, 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 [...]

Kempinski Opens Havana’s Grandest

by Wallace Immen in News Comments Off on Kempinski Opens Havana’s Grandest

A Havana landmark has become the first Kempinski hotel in Cuba. The Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski La Habana has opened its doors within a UNESCO World Heritage site in the heart of Old Havana. The building [...]

In Florence: A Rare Antique Show in a Jewel Box

October 18, 2011 Comments Off

There were a dozen possible choices for a day ashore as Crystal Serenity docked in Livorno. Crystal Cruises’shore excursions offered expertly guided tours in the hill towns of Tuscany, rambles in Umbria , Pisa and […]

Oceania Expands Spa Program Ashore

October 17, 2019 Comments Off

Reflexology on a rice barge, meditation in a winery and apitherapy at a bee farm are among the unique new offerings of Oceania Cruises’ expanded spa and wellness offerings. As part of the brand’s OceaniaNEXT […]

Cruising is Finally Back to Full Strength

June 13, 2022 1

It’s a time for celebrations as cruise line fleets have finally returned to full strength after more than two years of having some ships laid up due to pandemic restrictions. Holland America Line celebrated the […]

A Do it Yourself “On Your Own” Day in Florence

November 28, 2013 1

The abiding truth about Florence is that it’s a long journey inland from the cruise port of Livorno. That kept Firenze safe by being a day’s march inland for invaders, but let’s face it; the […]

It’s Wine Time Again on AmaWaterways

May 18, 2023 Comments Off

With over 60 hosted river cruises each year devoted to wine and culinary experiences, AmaWaterways is adding a new Saône River vineyards itinerary to its collection and bringing on a roster of eminent wine hosts. […]