Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas is Set for its Down Under Debut, joining Voyager of the Seas in November 2025 (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International announces its exhilarating 2025-2026 summer season lineup for Australia, featuring the highly anticipated Down Under debut of Anthem of the Seas in Sydney and the return of Voyager of… Read the full press release
Truckee, CA, USA, 2024-Apr-3 — /Travel PR News/ — AdventureSmith Explorations Founder Todd Smith Named 2024 Top Travel Specialist by Condé Nast Traveler This year marks the 11th time editors have recognized Smith for his expertise in the small-ship adventure cruise industry Todd Smith, founder and president of Truckee-based AdventureSmith Explorations and a pioneer in… Read the full press release
As the Official Cruise Holiday Partner of The Wiggles, the Cruise Line Invites Families to Holiday with the World’s Most Popular Children’s Entertainment Group (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean and The Wiggles are teaming up to offer an unparalleled family holiday experience in Australia for the summer of 2025-2026. The collaboration introduces exclusive Wiggles Sailings featuring… Read the full press release
MSC Bellissima celebrates her maiden call in Shanghai and departs on first sailing, making her the first international cruise ship to resume local home port sailings MSC Cruises the only international cruise brand to deploy two ships in China in 2024 with MSC Bellissima and MSC Splendida Cruise line confirms Winter 2024-25 deployment in China… Read the full press release
Guests attending the naming ceremony and celebratory inaugural sailing will be among the first to experience a new world of cruising aboard MSC World America – Miami’s newest flagship – on April 9, 2025 The ceremony will be held at MSC Cruises’ new state-of-the-art cruise terminal, highlighting the Company’s commitment to the North American market… Read the full press release
New Chinstrap Penguin Colony Recorded Following Survey at Astrolabe Island by Viking and Oceanites (IN SHORT) Viking announced the discovery of a new colony of chinstrap penguins on Diaz Rock near Astrolabe Island in Antarctica. During a visit to Astrolabe Island in January 2024, Viking’s expedition vessel, the Viking Octantis, supported the scientific partner Oceanites… Read the full press release
Partnership underscores power of bringing together seamless sea-air experience Plans to explore deeper alignment and leverage operational synergies to further bolster cruise demand to Dubai (IN SHORT) Emirates has renewed its partnership with TUI Cruises for the upcoming two cruise seasons, solidifying Dubai’s position as a premier cruise destination. Signed during ITB Berlin, the partnership… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) Emirates and AIDA Cruises have extended their partnership for an additional two seasons, solidifying Dubai’s status as a leading maritime tourism hub. Signed during ITB Berlin, the renewed collaboration aims to enhance Dubai’s cruise capacity and strengthen its position as a key destination for winter cruising. The partnership will focus on joint marketing… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises announces significant progress in its onboard connectivity initiative with two-thirds of its ships now equipped with SpaceX’s Starlink, aiming for completion across the entire fleet by May 2024. The adoption of Starlink has led to faster internet speeds, improved Wi-Fi coverage, reduced latency, and lower operational costs on 15 of the… Read the full press release
7-night itinerary with MSC Opera to some of the most sought-after winter sun destinations in the Canary Islands and Madeira – sales now open (IN SHORT) MSC Cruises has unveiled its plans to deploy the MSC Opera to the Canary Islands for the winter 2024-25 season, with bookings now available. The ship will embark on… Read the full press release
The Big Apple Welcomes Back Odyssey of the Seas, and Brilliance of the Seas Returns to Boston After a Decade (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International announces its extensive lineup of island-hopping vacations for the 2025-2026 season, featuring cruises departing from seven U.S. cities. These adventures cater to diverse preferences, offering 5- to 12-night voyages across the Caribbean, The Bahamas, and… Read the full press release
The World’s Largest Cruise Line Debuts as the Club’s Front-of-Jersey Partner in the Upcoming 2024 Campaign (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International has become the Official Jersey Partner of Inter Miami CF, one of the Major League Soccer (MLS) teams. Starting from the 2024 season, Royal Caribbean’s logo will feature prominently on Inter Miami’s jerseys. The partnership… Read the full press release
A champion of cultural discovery and human connection, Chef Compton’s values align with those at the heart of Silversea’s immersive S.A.L.T. culinary program (IN SHORT) Silversea announced that acclaimed chef Nina Compton, known for her culinary expertise and TV appearances, will serve as the Godmother of their newest ship, Silver Nova. This announcement was made… Read the full press release
MSC Cruises adds fourth U.S home port – Galveston in Texas, further expanding its choice of itineraries and ships from U.S ports Departures begin November 2025 with seven-night sailings on MSC Seascape – now available to book Destinations highlights include Costa Maya and Cozumel (Mexico) and Isla de Roatan (Honduras) (IN SHORT) MSC Cruises, one… Read the full press release
The First-of-its-Kind Combination of Every Vacation Makes its Official Debut on Jan. 27 (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International’s highly anticipated Icon of the Seas made its first appearance in Miami, marking the countdown to its official debut on January 27. The Icon of the Seas promises a unique combination of vacation experiences, offering something for… Read the full press release
Currently Running Through January 31, Viking’s “Wave Season” Offer Applies to Voyages on All Seven Continents (IN SHORT) Viking has launched the “Discover More” sale, providing North American travelers with enticing booking incentives for river, ocean, and expedition voyages until January 31, 2024. The promotion includes special fares, opportunities for up to free airfare, and… Read the full press release
Esteemed guests embarked Silver Nova on January 4, honoring the milestone celebration during the ship’s maiden call in Florida — the home of Royal Caribbean Group (IN SHORT) Silversea marked a momentous occasion in Fort Lauderdale as they officially named Silver Nova during a heartfelt ceremony. The ultra-luxury cruise ship, celebrated as the most environmentally conscious, strengthens… Read the full press release
The Family Holiday Provider Signs on as the Official Cruise Line Partner of the World-Renowned Music Competition for 2024 and 2025 (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International, a leader in the cruise industry, has teamed up with the Eurovision Song Contest as an Official Partner for 2024 and 2025. This exciting collaboration will kick off with the… Read the full press release
FREE 2-Category Suite Upgrade and Reduced Deposits Across Voyages from January 2024 Through to June 2026 Plus, Savings of up to 20% on 30 Specially Selected Itineraries (IN SHORT) Regent Seven Seas Cruises has introduced its “Upgrade Your Horizon” promotion, offering guests a free 2-category suite upgrade up to a Penthouse Suite (Category A) on… Read the full press release
The Most Decorated Fútbol Player in History Will Welcome the World’s Best Family Vacation at an Exclusive Celebration in January 2024 (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International has announced that sports icon Lionel Messi will be the official Icon of their upcoming cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, set to debut in January 2024. Messi, regarded… Read the full press release
The Latest in the Lineup of the World’s Best Vacations Debuts August 2025 in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International has unveiled its latest cruise ship, Star of the Seas, which will debut in August 2025 from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida. The ship will offer 7-night vacations to the Caribbean and the cruise… Read the full press release
A Celebration in Turku, Finland, Marks the Completion of 900 Days of Construction and the Start of Putting the Finishing Touches on the Ultimate Family Vacation (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International has officially welcomed the Icon of the Seas, a groundbreaking cruise ship, to its fleet after seven years of planning and 900 days of… Read the full press release
Debuting in 2025, the Viking Tonle Will Double Viking’s Capacity in Southeast Asia (IN SHORT) Viking has announced the addition of a new river cruise ship, the Viking Tonle, designed for Mekong River voyages in Southeast Asia. This 80-guest vessel will join its sister ship, the Viking Saigon, and will operate between Kampong Cham, Cambodia,… Read the full press release
The experiences on board are adapted to offer the Latin market the best vacations without leaving the region (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International’s iconic ship, Rhapsody of the Seas, is making a triumphant return to Latin America, arriving in Panama on December 2nd. The ship offers a seven-night adventure packed with entertainment, diverse dining options, and… Read the full press release
The First-of-its-Kind Vacation Introduces Firsts, like “The Wizard of Oz” and Skateboarders, and More Live Music and Comedy Than Ever (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International is gearing up to debut its groundbreaking cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, in January 2024. The ship will offer an impressive array of entertainment options across its four signature stages:… Read the full press release
The Ship’s Sixth Season in Sydney Will Welcome More Than 90,000 Travellers on 3- to 11-Night Getaways (IN SHORT) Royal Caribbean International’s Ovation of the Seas has returned to Sydney Harbor for its sixth season in Australia, offering a range of 3- to 11-night itineraries to New Zealand, Australia, and the South Pacific. With a lineup… Read the full press release
(IN SHORT) MSC Cruises introduces winter sailings aboard its flagship, MSC Euribia, from November 2023 to April 2024, featuring 7-night itineraries to Northern Europe’s renowned destinations, including Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Bruges, Brussels, Paris, Southampton, and London. MSC Euribia, powered by LNG, stands out as one of the industry’s most energy-efficient ships with advanced environmental technologies. Passengers… Read the full press release
Highest rating achieved across eight key performance indicators Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-Oct-20 — /Travel PR News/ — MSC Cruises has become the first major line to be awarded the Green Marine Europe Certification, a voluntary environmental certification programme for the maritime industry. Green Marine Europe is a partnership between North American environmental certification programme Green Marine… Read the full press release
London, UK, 2023-Oct-18 — /Travel PR News/ — Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced it will host two specialist ‘Destination Days’ as part of its ongoing trade support for agents seeking expedition and destination advice. A virtual ‘Cruising the Kimberley, Western Australia’ day will take place on October 26, while a… Read the full press release
MIAMI, FL, 2023-Oct-10 — /Travel PR News/ — Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the world’s leading luxury cruise line, has entered into a partnership with renowned public broadcaster PBS International to curate and exclusively show 12 captivating documentaries via a dedicated in-suite channel on board its new ship Seven Seas Grandeur™, A Heritage of Perfection. Debuting in November 2023, Seven… Read the full press release