Holland America Line sets off on its first voyage from the UK for 5 years as it announces ground-breaking season from Dover. 1 Both historic and sophisticated, Holland America Line is nevertheless forward-thinking. Throughout 2023 it is celebrating the 150th anniversary of its first sailing between Europe and America. Marking the occasion, the Nieuw Statendam…
Cruise Saudi collaborates with COLUMBIA blue, for new premium cruise line AROYA Cruises
100% PIF-owned company Cruise Saudi is working with globally renowned leaders in the tech and innovation industry for the creation of its new premium cruise line, AROYA Cruises, and the latest partner to be announced is leisure services platform, COLUMBIA blue – The Leisure Group with its operational brands COLUMBIA cruise services for the technical operations…
New Line Aroya Cruises To Offer Cruises in Saudi Arabia
Cruise Saudi, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, is establishing Aroya Cruises. The name Aroya is derived from the two words “Arabian” and “roya,” which mean “vision” or “dream,” respectively. Supporting Cruise Saudi’s aims of hosting 1.3 million cruise travellers by 2035 and generating 50,000 jobs directly and indirectly, the…
Next in line for Antara Ganga Vilas: specially crafted short-segment cruising itineraries
Post the successful debut of Antara Ganga Vilas with the world’s longest river journey, the ship will set sail on shorter 3-4 days cruising segments. After its successful debut with the world’s longest cruise journey that sailed through 25 river systems, 5 states and 2 countries, Antara Ganga Vilas now announces short 3–4-day cruises for the…
‘Children’s Smile Spot’ to open in Ueno-okachimachi Station on the Toei Subway Oedo Line
The Bureau of Transportation, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) is pleased to announce that “Children’s Smile Spot,” an area designed to provide support for parents getting around the city with babies and little children, which opened on Friday, July 7, 2023, in Ueno-okachimachi Station on the Toei Subway Oedo Line. Ueno-okachimachi station already provides several amenities…
Trade Fairs line up in Hong Kong
Further to the completion of several successful shows, including Global Sources Hong Kong, which packed out all ten halls with over 100,000 buyers at the AsiaWorld-Expo (AWE), and HOFEX, Asia’s Leading Food and Hospitality Tradeshow which brought over 30,000 buyers from around the world to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), Hong Kong is continuing to boost the…
5 Reasons Why This New Cruise Line Is Trending With Travelers Right Now
Cruise travel has been more popular than ever in recent months, but one cruise line in particular has skyrocketed in growth like no other. More than 31.5 million travelers are expected to cruise in 2023, a 6% increase from the previous record set in 2019. While cruising is gaining popularity overall, there’s one new cruise…
Disney Cruise Line Will Open A New Island Destination In The Bahamas Next Year
Next summer Disney Cruise Line will begin welcoming passengers to an exclusive new island destination. Lighthouse Point, located on the island of Eleuthera in The Bahamas, will offer guests a variety of activities in a truly scenic location. Once open, Lighthouse point will be the company’s second island destination in the country, the other being…
Holland America Line heads to the Arctic Circle with longer cruises for Alaska 2024 season
The premium cruise line is debuting a new 28-day Arctic Circle itinerary that includes 12 Alaska ports, longer 14-day voyages and 117 weeklong journeys, enhancing its position as the leader in Alaska cruising. January third was Alaska’s statehood day, and to celebrate the region that is at the heart of summer cruising Holland America Line is sharing details of its 2024 Alaska season. With more sailings to Glacier…
Disney Cruise Line Celebrates 25 Years With Summer Voyages
When Disney Cruise Line turns 25 in 2023, the five ships in its fleet will host special anniversary voyages over the summer with updated entertainment, decor, and merchandising. There will be new uniforms for Captain Minnie Mouse and Captain Mickey Mouse with multicoloured fabric and swirling motifs inspired by ocean waves, as well as a…
