Cruise giant MSC Cruises has officially cut steel on its newest ship, and it is bound for the U.S. upon its completion. During a ceremony commemorating the delivery of another ship, the MSC World Europa, officials unveiled the name of the new ship along with several details. The MSC World America is expected to make…
Princess Cruises lifts Covid-19 protocols for most voyages
Beginning October 21, Princess Cruises is lifting its Covid-19 protocols, meaning there are no longer vaccination or testing requirements on most voyages. Guests sailing with Princess Cruises will no longer have to provide a negative test result, regardless of their vaccination status. The cruise line already changed its protocols on September 6, when it removed…
Cruise Guide: Azamara Quest – country intensive in Croatia
Experience-filled in-depth itineraries with an Azamara “Country Intensive” voyage. Cruises are a great way to see the world, but Azamara’s increasingly-popular “Country-Intensive” voyages are a perfect opportunity to savour a single country So many cruises attempt to go as far as possible and see a string of nations, but it’s not always necessary to go…
Qatar To Use Cruise Ships As World Cup Hotels
The 2022 FIFA World Cup organisers, which will be held in Qatar, have chartered a third cruise ship to supply an additional thousand or more hotel rooms for the duration of the tournament. On 20 November, an estimated 1.2 million visitors will arrive in the Middle Eastern country for the games, overwhelming Doha’s 31,000-room hotel…
Fred. Olsen Cruises: Save up to £200 per person on last minute winter breaks in 2022
Holidaymakers looking for a last-minute winter break can enjoy savings of up to £200 per person on 10 cruises. Book by 31 October. Holidaymakers looking for a last-minute winter break can enjoy savings of up to £200 per person on 10 cruises departing before the end of the year for new bookings made by 31st…
Celebrity Will Deploy 9 Cruise Ships in the Caribbean for Its Biggest Season Ever
Celebrity Cruises is back better than ever, with nine cruise ships being deployed in the Caribbean for the winter season. Their new itineraries offer four-night sailings departing from Miami and longer cruises at sea for seven to eleven nights with luxurious stops in destinations like Aruba, Grand Cayman, St. Thomas, and Cozumel. The newest ships…
New Major Cruise Port To Be Built In The Bahamas
A new major cruise port is set to be built in The Bahamas in what is undoubtedly an exciting development for the cruise industry. Famous the world over for their pristine beaches, vibrant and authentic Caribbean culture, and clear, deep blue waters, The Bahamas are a spot that’s already popular with cruise tours and regular…
This Cruise Line Is Gaining Huge Popularity In The U.S. And Is Taking On Major Players
MSC Cruises is expanding in the States and taking on major players in the industry. European-owned cruise line MSC Cruises announced this week that it would be adding one luxury liner to its major cruise ship hubs in the U.S. Under MSC’s updated plan, 5 ships in total will be operating out of Port Miami,…
Cruise Lines Still Offering Amazing Deals As Cruising Popularity Begins To Skyrocket
Now Might Be The Best Time To Grab A Few Deals Before Rates Begin To stabilize The cruise industry is well and truly on the mend. After a tough two years being the world’s litmus test for pandemic normality, the industry’s popularity is once again soaring. The industry spent the better part of the pandemic…
Carnival Cruises Announces $500 Fines and Detainment Costs For Unruly Behavior
Carnival is taking steps to prevent poor behavior on its cruises by announcing they will be issuing $500 fines and additional detainment costs for those found guilty of unruly behavior on board. The cruise line giants, which are now back in full flow following a tough couple of years for the industry during the pandemic,…