Category Archives: Cruises

Silversea completes third Expedition Training Academy with accomplished expedition guides from Silver Galapagos

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Miami, FL, 2019-Dec-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea has completed its third Expedition Training Academy–this time with five accomplished expedition guides from Silver Galapagos and two Academy trainers. Overseen by a dedicated Director, Silversea’s pioneering Expedition Training Academy has the aim of enriching guests’ travels around the world. The rigorous month-long training began on October 5, 2019,… Read the full news article

The Port of Valletta welcomed the first call of MSC Grandiosa

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MSC Grandiosa is the fifth MSC Cruises’ vessel to be registered in the Port of Valletta Valletta, Malta, 2019-Nov-27 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Valletta has today (26 November 2019) welcomed the first call of MSC Grandiosa, one of the most environmentally-advanced ships at sea. A ceremony has been held on board the stunning… Read the full news article

MSC Cruises rolls out its accessible shore excursions program

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Custom accessible tours for guests with all types of mobility available for a total of 20 destinations Tours already introduced in 11 ports in the Caribbean and being rolled out to 9 ports in the Mediterranean across Winter 2019 and Summer 2020 seasons Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises, the world’s largest… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean unveils newly transformed Oasis of the Seas

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One of the World’s Largest Cruise Ships Emerges from a Major, $165 Million Transformation MIAMI, FL, 2019-Nov-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International’s iconic Oasis of the Seas, the ship that revolutionized the cruise industry, has made a splash in its return to South Florida with a $165 million new look. The original gamechanger debuts… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean to offer the biggest Caribbean adventure ever for 2021-2022 season

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Get Ready for All-out Island Hopping with New Itineraries, Amplified Ships and More MIAMI, FL, 2019-Nov-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International’s 2021-2022 season will bring guests the biggest Caribbean adventure ever. Travelers will vacation to new heights with newly amplified ships, shorter itineraries and more – all packed with thrills for the entire family. Come… Read the full news article

MSC Cruises broke ground on the construction of the new world-class Durban Cruise Terminal in South Africa

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Durban, South Africa, 2019-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises through Kwazulu Cruise Terminal (KCT) yesterday broke ground on the construction of the new world-class Durban Cruise Terminal in South Africa which is expected to be operational from January 2021. Ross Volk, Managing Director of MSC Cruises South Africa and Director of KCT, said; ”The multi-user… Read the full news article

MSC Cruises to charter two cruise liners to accommodate fans during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

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Two MSC Cruises ships to operate in Doha, Qatar for the duration of the tournament Doha, Qatar, 2019-Nov-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar’s Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) has signed an agreement with MSC Cruises to charter two cruise liners to accommodate fans during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. The cruise liners,… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean International invites travelers to discover Europe like never before in summer 2021

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With Seven Ships in the Region, the Cruise Line Offers New Ways to Explore Europe and New Ports of Call MIAMI, FL, 2019-Nov-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International invites travelers of all ages to discover Europe like never before in summer 2021 with 70% new itineraries that feature a new mix of destinations on seven ships…. Read the full news article

Silversea congratulates Steve McCurry for being inducted into the International Photography Hall of Fame

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Miami, FL, 2019-Nov-14 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea collaborator and world-renowned photographer, Steve McCurry was inducted into the prestigious International Photography Hall of Fame on November 1, 2019. Presented at an awards ceremony in St. Louis, Missouri, the accolade is among the most momentous milestones reachable by a photographer and commends a lifetime of achievement… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean unveils lineup of adventures for 2021-22 with the opening of its Alaska itineraries

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Ovation, Radiance and Serenade of the Seas Return to Pacific Northwest MIAMI, FL, 2019-Nov-09 — /Travel PR News/ — Royal Caribbean International begins to unveil the lineup of adventures in store for 2021-22 with the opening of its Alaska itineraries. The cruise line invites guests to set course for awe-inspiring views and thrilling adventures in the Last Frontier… Read the full news article

Silversea marks its 25th anniversary with the launch of the Lefebvre family book

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New York, NY, 2019-Nov-08 — /Travel PR News/ — In the year of Silversea’s 25th anniversary, the cruise line has launched the Lefebvre family book—Sailing through History: A Family Dynasty—which chronicles Silversea’s distinguished heritage, as part of the illustrious history of its founding family. Unveiled at a dedicated event aboard Silver Wind in New York on November 6,… Read the full news article

The Port of Rotterdam welcomed the first call of MSC Grandiosa

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Rotterdam, The Netherlands, 2019-Nov-06 — /Travel PR News/ — The Port of Rotterdam has welcomed the first call of MSC Grandiosa, one of the most environmentally-advanced ships at sea yet. A special ‘All-Stars of the Sea’ event will be held on board the stunning 6,334-guest ship tonight as MSC Cruises recognises the efforts and achievements of Dutch and… Read the full news article

Silversea Cruises launches dedicated fund to preserve the natural wonders of Galapagos Islands

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Miami, FL, 2019-Nov-05 — /Travel PR News/ — To safeguard the wellbeing of the Galapagos Islands for future generations, Silversea Cruises has launched a dedicated fund that will preserve the natural wonders of the archipelago. By supporting a diverse selection of projects each year, the Silversea Fund will strengthen the balance between humans and nature in… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean International announces its newest mission: delivering the ultimate beach day

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Antigua will be home to new destination concept customized for cruise guests MIAMI, FL, 2019-Oct-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The company said its first Royal Beach Club will launch in Antigua, along a half-mile of beachfront near Fort James. The company signed a memorandum of understanding with the government of Antigua and Barbuda for the… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean International’s amplified Voyager of the Seas kicks off her season across Southeast Asia following a US$97 million transformation

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SINGAPORE, 2019-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — Following a US$97 million, 41-day transformation, Royal Caribbean International’s amplified Voyager of the Seas sailed into Singapore to kick off her season across Southeast Asia this week. The first Royal Amplified ship to debut in Asia, Voyager is set to raise the bar on cruise holiday experiences, cruising roundtrip from Singapore on a… Read the full news article

Silversea Cruises unveils five new itineraries for its ultra-luxury ship Silver Dawn

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Monaco, Europe, 2019-Oct-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea Cruises unveils five new itineraries for Silver Dawn—the 10th ship in the cruise line’s ultra-luxury fleet. The Fincantieri-built, 596-guest vessel will depart Civitavecchia (Rome) on September 22, 2021, spending her inaugural season in the Mediterranean, before crossing to Fort Lauderdale. Part of Silversea’s new collection of voyages… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean’s newest private island destination – Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu

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South Pacific Island To Be First Carbon Neutral Private Cruise Destination in the World Sydney, Australia, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Vanuatu, one of the natural gems of the South Pacific, will be the new home of Royal Caribbean’s newest private island destination – Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu. The announcement of the new project was… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean International to name its fifth Oasis Class ship Wonder of the Seas; set to sail from Shanghai, China

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World’s Largest Cruise Ship to Sail from China SHANGHAI, CHINA, 2019-Oct-15 — /Travel PR News/ — Excitement was in the air today (Oct. 10, 2019) as Royal Caribbean International announced the homeport and name of its fifth Oasis Class ship. The next ship to join the leading cruise line’s innovative lineup will be named Wonder of the Seas and set… Read the full news article

MSC Meraviglia arrived in the Big Apple, becomes the largest ship to ever dock in Manhattan

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MSC Meraviglia to be the cruise line’s fourth distinct ship sailing from the USA; significant market growth for MSC Cruises Biggest ship to visit Boston, Portland and Bar Harbor following New York call First ship to visit MSC Cruises’ new private island, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, before homeporting in Miami to cruise the Caribbean… Read the full news article

Silversea announces 33 new shore experiences and Executive Officers for its World Cruise 2020

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Silversea announces 33 new shore experiences and Executive Officers for its World Cruise 2020 Silversea unveils 33 new shore experiences that are exclusive to world-cruising guests. Miami, FL, 2019-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Silversea announces the Executive Officers who will host the cruise line’s World Cruise 2020, the Legends of Cruising—the first world cruise ever… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship Spectrum of the Seas is the biggest cruise ship ever to call at a Russian port

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200 Russian guests were the first to sail a Royal Caribbean cruise from Vladivostok Vladivostok, Russia, 2019-Sep-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Spectrum of the Seas, Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship and the first Quantum Ultra Class ship is the biggest cruise ship ever to call at a Russian port. On the September 9, 2019 the ship arrived… Read the full news article

Royal Caribbean International’s Explorer of the Seas will sail the Eastern Mediterranean in style come summer 2020

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Royal Caribbean Marks its Boldest Summer in Europe with Two Reimagined Ships in 2020 MIAMI, FL, 2019-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — From coast to coast and bow to stern, Royal Caribbean International’s Explorer of the Seas will sail the Eastern Mediterranean in style come summer 2020. The cruise line has released details of the ship’s upcoming $110… Read the full news article

Silversea’s guests crossed the iconic Northeast Passage for the first time in the cruise line’s history

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Monaco, Europe, 2019-Sep-25 — /Travel PR News/ — For the first time in the cruise line’s history, Silversea’s guests recently crossed the iconic Northeast Passage. Between August 10 and September 5, 2019, travellers journeyed 5,019 NM between Nome and Tromsø, calling at 27 incredible destinations in three countries. They travelled aboard Silver Explorer in superlative comfort, retracing… Read the full news article

MSC Cruises announces two unique new itineraries for MSC Lirica from May 2020

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New embarkation port – Trieste, Italy New destination in Sicily – Siracusa New itineraries feature most popular ports with MSC Cruises guests Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — With this year’s summer holiday memories already fading and with Autumn just around the corner, this is the best time to start planning for next… Read the full news article

MSC Cruises unveils Summer 2020 offerings

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The introduction of MSC Grandiosa to the fleet will offer guests the opportunity to rediscover the gems of the Mediterranean Guests looking for more flexibility can book onto MSC Cruises’ butterfly cruises A new itinerary for Asia is announced for MSC Bellissima Geneva, Switzerland, 2019-Sep-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The greatest experiences are the ones… Read the full news article

MSC Cruises reveals transformed overall design and new features of MSC Seashore

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Ship to feature the latest and most advanced environmental technology, including a state-of-the-art Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system and a next-generation Advanced Wastewater Treatment (AWT) system Further enhanced ship design and intelligently distributed deck space adds new dimensions for guest experience at sea, from accommodations to dining and entertainment including the highest ratio of outdoor… Read the full news article

Viking announces extended sweepstakes offering U.S. residents the chance to visit Highclere Castle

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Winners Will Visit Filming Location of “Downton Abbey” and Explore France On a Viking River Cruise Los Angeles, CA, 2019-Sep-23 — /Travel PR News/ — In celebration of today’s (September 20, 2019) theatrical release of the new full-length film Downton Abbey from Focus Features, Universal Pictures and Carnival Films, Viking ( www.vikingcruises.com) today announced it has extended a sweepstakes offering U.S. residents… Read the full news article

Viking’s seventh ocean ship, Viking Venus to join its award-winning fleet in 2021

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#1 Ocean Cruise Line Will Launch Seventh Ocean Ship; Viking Sky Will Return to Istanbul with New Voyages Los Angeles, CA, 2019-Sep-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking® (www.vikingcruises.com) today (September 17, 2019) announced its seventh ocean ship, Viking Venus®, will join its award-winning fleet in early 2021, further solidifying the company’s standing as the largest and world’s best… Read the full news article

Viking partners with Focus Features, Universal Pictures and Carnival Films for the release of the new full-length film Downton Abbey

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New “Great Homes” Cruise Extension Offers Additional Privileged Access to Highclere Castle, the filming location of “Downton Abbey” Los Angeles, CA, 2019-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Viking® ( www.vikingcruises.com) today ((September 9, 2019)) announced it has partnered with Focus Features, Universal Pictures and Carnival Films for the release of the new full-length film Downton Abbey, based on… Read the full news article

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings relaunches its hurricane relief campaign to assist with rebuilding efforts in The Bahamas

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Company Relaunches Hope Starts Here Hurricane Relief Campaign in Partnership with All Hands and Hearts; Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Vows to Match Dollar-For-Dollar in Donations to Assist with Rebuilding Efforts in The Bahamas MIAMI, FL, 2019-Sep-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise… Read the full news article