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The Mein Schiff 7 is completing its first year of service for TUI Cruises this month.
The vessel was delivered to the Germany-based company on June 10, 2024 following her completion at Meyer Turku.
The 111,500-ton ship then embarked on its first cruise two day…
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Lindblad Expeditions announced the formation of its first-ever UK Travel Advisory Board, underscoring its commitment to growth in the UK market and support to travel advisors across the region.
The board comprises travel professionals from the UK, including Ja…
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The Silver Origin completed its fifth year of service earlier this month after being delivered to Silversea on June 3, 2020.
As the company’s first destination-specific vessel, the expedition ship was built at the Dutch shipyard De Hoop.
Designed for service i…
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MSC Cruises cancelled the trans-Atlantic crossing that was set to depart from Italy onboard the MSC Lirica on November 7, 2025.
Departing from Venice, the 21-night repositioning cruise was scheduled to visit destinations in Sicily, Greece, Spain and Brazil bef…
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The Norwegian Epic recently completed 15 years of service after being delivered to Norwegian Cruise Line on June 17, 2010.
The 150,000-ton vessel was built as a prototype vessel at the STX France Shipyard, currently known as the Chantiers de l’Atlantique, in S…
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Paisly, JetBlue’s travel subsidiary and a travel services company, announced the expansion of its cruise portfolio with the addition of four cruise line partners: Holland America Line, Cunard, Virgin Voyages and Oceania Cruises.
The company said in a pre…
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Ahead of International Day of the Seafarer on June 25, the second round of Seafarer Welfare Fund recipients was announced at the annual Mission to Seafarers Parliamentary Lunch, continuing investment for frontline organizations supporting visiting maritime wor…
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Riviera Travel announced that it is offering incentives for U.S. and Canadian advisors for the summer.
According to the company, advisors can earn up to $5,000 in Amazon gift cards on cabin bookings made now through July 31, 2025.
The more cabins advisors book…
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Silversea’s La Dame on Silver Ray has been honored with the Award of Excellence in the 2025 Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards.
The company said in a statement that Wine Spectator’s Restaurant Awards recognize restaurants whose wine lists:
Offer int…
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According to a statement shared by the company’s Brand Ambassador John Heald, Carnival Cruise Line will listen to its guests before implementing changes to its loyalty program.
As announced earlier this month, the brand intends to launch the new Carnival Rewar…
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StarCruises returned to Hong Kong with the inaugural arrival of the Star Voyager, marking the start of its Hong Kong based operation.
Until Nov. 14, 2025, the Star Voyager will offer 45 roundtrip sailings from Hong Kong’s Ocean Terminal at Harbour City.
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New for 2026, Azamara Cruises is launching immersive Cruisetours, which are curated pre- and post-cruise land programs allowing guests to venture deeper into Alaska and Western Canada.
In June 2026, the company will also offer guests the opportunity to experie…
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The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) has celebrated 30 years this year since its establishment in 1995.
The company said in a press release that by 1998, the authority had become the world’s third-largest fleet, and just a year later, it secured a seat o…
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MSC Cruises is changing ships for its 2025-26 winter season in South America, the company announced in a statement.
According to a letter shared with travel agents, the MSC Sinfonia is taking over the itineraries that were initially planned for the MSC Lirica.…
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The Luminara recently arrived in the Mediterranean ahead of kicking off its maiden season for the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection.
As the third ship in the company’s fleet, the vessel was delivered by the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard earlier this month.
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Scenic Group announced its annual Independence Day Sale from June 23 to July 6, 2025, featuring up to $4,000 per suite in bonus savings, two-for-one fares and free airfare on selected 2025-27 itineraries.
The company said in a press release that the limited-ti…
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Havila Voyages announced that the first artists have been confirmed for its Blues Cruise in 2026 onboard the Havila Pollux.
The company said in a press release that the cruise will take place April 17-28, 2026, offering a combination of live blues music, lands…
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The Norwegian government is set to introduce a new set of tourism taxes that will also apply to cruise passengers.
According to Forbes, the country’s legislators have agreed to allow towns to implement a three percent fee on overnight stays and cruise guests.
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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection christened the Luminara yesterday during a ceremony in Barcelona led by actress Simone Ashley.
The Luminara is the third yacht to join the fleet ahead of its maiden voyage from Monte Carlo to Rome on July 3.
The celebration br…
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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) announced the appointment of Kiran Smith as chief marketing officer, succeeding Adam Malone, who will transition into the newly created role of senior vice president of guest experience.
The company said in a press release that both…
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