Wellness waves For over 180 years, Cunard has championed the restorative power of ocean travel, and as the results of a recent study undertaken by the Company show, the positive impact of Cruising can be backed by science. Ground-breaking research conducted by human understanding agency Walnut on Cunard’s flagship, Queen Mary 2, confirms that just five...
Effective from 1 August 2025, Regent Seven Seas Cruises will be implementing an Elegant Casual dress code after 6pm across its whole fleet. From 1 August onward, guests may wear refined denim and dress sneakers/smart trainers in all public areas, including restaurants. This adjustment reflects evolving guest preferences while maintaining the elevated atmosphere aboard Regent Seven Seas...
The 2025 Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards has honoured La Dame, a cherished favourite on board Silver Ray. This Award of Excellence recognises the restaurant’s commitment to wine excellence and its diverse range of quality producers. At La Dame, guests are treated to elegantly refined French cuisine — where timeless tradition meets modern innovation in every bespoke dish. Each...
A remarkable voyage awaits you with Silversea and now, through us, you can design it to perfection. Silversea has announced the introduction of the new Destination Expert service, offered complimentary and exclusively for those booked in a Medallion Suite or higher, and those who have 100 VS Days or more. This dedicated service is here...
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle brand of the MSC Group, continues to redefine the future of ocean travel. Today, a significant step forward in the brand’s journey was celebrated at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Genoa Sestri Ponente, where three pivotal milestones marked the next chapter in the evolution of its fast-growing fleet: These moments, rooted in...
Viking yesterday announced its first river voyages in India on the Viking Brahmaputra, a new 80-guest vessel designed specifically for the Brahmaputra River. Currently under construction and scheduled to debut in late 2027, the Viking Brahmaputra will set a new standard for modern river voyages in India. The ship will sail between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat in the...
The cruise industry is mourning the loss of Captain Geir-Arne Thue-Nilsen, a widely admired and deeply respected figure whose warmth, wisdom, and passion for the sea left an indelible mark on Seabourn and all who sailed with him. The sad news was shared by his wife, Juvy Thue-Nilsen, who described him as “a beloved husband,...
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has once again raised the bar with yesterday’s reveal of the Skyview Regent Suite — the largest all-inclusive, ultra-luxury cruise ship suite in history. Stunning renderings and the immersive video (below) showcase this extraordinary two-level suite, which will sit atop the brand’s newest ship Seven Seas Prestige.
We are very happy to share two important updates. First Windstar has launched itineraries for the brand new STAR EXPLORER vessel. She joins Windstar’s fleet as the second newbuild in December 2026! Second, responding to demand for late voyages, we have some great opportunities for travel with Windstar through 2025. To help you secure those last-minute...
Cunard’s Transatlantic Fashion Week will return in 2025, sailing from New York to Southampton aboard the Queen Mary 2 from October 31 to November 7 reports Cruise Industry News. For the first time, the voyage will depart from the U.S., bringing together a lineup of fashion talent, including designers Christian Siriano and Bob Mackie and...
Ritz-Carlton has announced that its new superyacht, Luminara, will feature exceptional dining concepts in partnership with Michelin-starred Chef Fabio Trabocchi — presenting a modern Italian tasting menu in Seta su Luminara — and James Beard award-winning Chef Michael Mina, reimagining Middle Eastern cuisine at Beach House. Luminara’s inaugural voyages will also deliver epicurean exploration ashore, from bouillabaisse in...
On Wednesday, Oceania Cruises marked a milestone with the ceremonial steel cutting of Oceania Sonata™, the first ship in the brand’s revolutionary new Sonata Class during a celebration, held at the Fincantieri-Marghera shipyard in Venice, Italy. Debuting in 2027, Oceania Sonata will be followed by her sister ship, Oceania Arietta™. These groundbreaking new vessels will...
