Cruise Lines
Oceania Teases a Peek at Its Ship of the Future
Oceania Cruises has pulled back the curtain on Oceania Sonata, the first in a new class of ship it calls a New Era of Luxury at Sea. Set to debut in 2027, the vessel will […]
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Alaska
Why You’ll Want to Become a Star Seeker with Windstar
Think of cruise ships as planets. In an ongoing series, Designing New Worlds, The Cruisington Times explores behind the scenes as ingenious designers create self-sufficient floating worlds. Windstar’s first new ship in a decade, Star […]
Cruise Lines
Windstar’s Newest Making Europe Her Home Year-Round
Want a unique winter experience? How about sailing from Barcelona to Rome –in January. Or, trading ski season for a cruise in the Greek Isles?. While most cruise ships migrate to warmer oceans in the […]
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Bye Bye Black Tie? Cruise Lines Keep Relaxing Dress Codes
Dressing up for dinner is something that’s always been special about cruising. Ships are their own floating worlds and every night can be a party where people are dressed in their best. Now, even the […]
Canada
Victory Won; Can They Do it Again in 2026?
John Waggoner is taking a Victory lap. The CEO of Victory Cruise Lines says its inaugural season on the Great Lakes was a race run from a literal standing start, but Victory lived up to […]
Cruise Lines
Oceania Vista’s Sista Has Tastes of Her Own
Looks can be deceiving. While Oceania Cruises newest ship Allura is a near twin of fleet-mate Vista, she’s got a personality of her own. That’s especially evident in the innovative cuisine on board. From the […]
Cruise Lines
Your World Included Now Means More on Oceania
Oceania Cruises is expanding the included amentities in its Your World Included fares just a year after taking some away. For bookings on or after September 17, 2025, guests can choose one of two additional […]
Austria
Celebrity Reveals Edgy European River Cruisers
A long-held secret is out! With open decks and elevated spaces, Celebrity Cruises plans to transform the shape of cruising on the Rhine and Danube rivers. Two new ships due to arrive in 2027 will […]
Asia
Three New Emeralds Will Join a Growing Fleet
In a sign of surging demand for ultra cruising, Emerald Cruises is set to more than double its ocean-going luxury yacht fleet. Parent company Scenic Group has announced the inaugural season of Emerald Kaia, launching in […]
Caribbean
Turning Up the Tastes on a Tall Ship
Talk about a Big Fish Fry! The grill tonight features a grouper so massive it’s almost larger than any of the cooks who are grilling it. But it will somehow vanish like magic into scrumptious […]