Regent Seven Seas unveils captivating collection 12 new Spotlight Voyages
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled an impressive lineup of 12 new Spotlight Voyages for 2025 and 2026 that immerse guests in the fascinating worlds of gourmet cuisine, fine wines and whiskies, cultural heritage and the artistry of bespoke jewellery making. “We’re seeing a significant shift in luxury travel towards more immersive, passion-led experiences, which
- Published in 2025, 2026, Ocean Cruises, Worldwide
Robbie Williams to sing at naming ceremony of Mein Schiff Relax in April
Robbie Williams is to perform an exclusive open-air concert for 15,000 guests at the christening of TUI Cruises’ Mein Schiff Relax in Malaga in April. The bad news for fans of the international superstar is that the voyage is already sold out. Guests on on Mein Schiff 5 and Mein Schiff 7 will also be
- Published in 2025, Ocean Cruises, People
Ambassador Cruise Line launches ‘Shiploads of Savings’ campaign
No-fly cruise line Ambassador has launched its Shiploads of Savings campaign, featuring great deals on sailings across the 2025, 2026 and 2027 seasons. Until 12 February 2025 guests can take advantage of a range of offers including half price Premium Drinks Packages on selected sailings in the 25/26 season and Buy One, Get One Half
- Published in 2025, 2026, Ocean Cruises, Offers
Carnival reveals onboard updates for on-the-move Adventure and Encounter
Carnival Cruise Line has revealed a range of onboard updates for Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter. The two ships are transferring from P&O Cruises Australia but will remain Down Under sailing with Carnival from March 2025, following a two-week wet dock. Adventure and Encounter will feature: Carnival’s ‘Fun Squad’: The line’s onboard entertainment team will
- Published in Ocean Cruises
Early start for Windstar 2027 Japan sailings after 2026 cruise scramble
Because of high demand for its 2026 sailings in Japan aboard its newest ship Star Seeker, which joins the fleet in December of 2025, Windstar is now opening spring 2027 bookings for Japan earlier than planned. Travelling from Tokyo to Kyoto, Windstar’s 10-night Grand Japan itinerary packs in a variety of the country’s highlights –
- Published in Japan
Holland America unveils Christmas giveaway including full world cruise for two
Holland America Line has launched a Christmas giveaway featuring a host of prizes, including a full Grand World Voyage. The Great HALiday Giveaway, which can be found on the Holland America website, runs until 17 December and offers 150 prizes, with free Alaska, Caribbean, northern Europe and Mediterranean cruises up for grabs. Entrants will automatically
- Published in Ocean Cruises, Offers
Major refit for Queen Elizabeth ahead of inaugural 2025 Miami-Caribbean and Alaska seasons
Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth is to undergo a major three-week refit ahead of her inaugural 2025 Miami-Caribbean and Alaska seasons. The refit at Seatrium’s Admiralty Yard in Singapore from 25 February to 13 March will prepare her for a new Alaska season from Seattle in June and a debut voyage from Miami to the Caribbean on
- Published in 2025, Alaska, Caribbean, Ocean Cruises
What a swell party this is! Carnival Cruise Line to mark America’s 250th anniversary with ten-ship get together
Carnival Cruise Line will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary in 2026 with a first-of-its kind ten-ship meet-up at sea. Says Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line: “Uniting our ships will multiply the fun and make America’s 250th birthday even more memorable for guests who celebrate at sea.” The ten celebration cruises comprise a variety of
- Published in 2026, Caribbean, Ocean Cruises, United States
Disney Fantasy leads revival of short cruises from the UK in 2025
The Disney Fantasy will be setting sail from the UK for the first time ever in summer 2025 with the revival of the line’s popular programme of 3-, 4- and 5-night sailings from Southampton. Fantasy makes its European debut with visits to the sun-kissed shores of Spain, the charm of France or the picturesque beauty
Celestyal to add a further 47 cabins to Celestyal Discovery
Latest refit plans for Celestyal Cruises’ newest ship, Celestyal Discovery, include the introduction of 47 additional cabins, increasing the ship’s overall capacity to 1,300 guests. The new staterooms will include two Grand Horizon Suites, featuring expansive balconies and a unique position above the bridge, 30 newly designed Junior Dream Suites and 15 further interior Cosmos
- Published in Ocean Cruises