Quark Expeditions takes explorers to Snow Hill island colony of Emperor penguins Quark Expeditions, the global leader in polar adventures, extended its longstanding record of achievement in Antarctica by successfully landing 208 explorers on two voyages for an experience that few on the planet will ever have: walking on sea ice to visit the remote Snow Hill Island colony of Emperor penguins. Quark Expeditions' technologically-advanced expedition ship, Ultramarine, and its team delivered these successful Snow Hill voyages in November and December, while also hosting a special onboard ceremony at the edge of Antarctica's Weddell Sea: the official announcement of Dr Sian Proctor as Ultramarine's godmother. Photo Credit: Michelle Sole Joined by the company's legendary Expedition L...
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Lionel Messi named official icon for Royal Caribbean's new vacation The most decorated football player in history will welcome the world's best family vacation at an exclusive celebration in January 2024 An iconic kickoff is set to mark the start of a new era of vacations when Royal Caribbean International's revolutionary Icon of the Seas debuts January 2024. The world's largest cruise line has revealed sports icon Lionel Messi is the official Icon of Icon of the Seas. As the Icon of the first-of-its-kind combination of every vacation, the most decorated football player in history will welcome the new ship at an exclusive naming celebration in Miami. Widely regarded as the greatest of all time, Messi has and continues to set a long list of records throughout his career that...
Read MoreHolidays can be very stressful for most travelers with a million things to tick off before actually embarking on the holiday with loved ones. Multiples levels of packing have to be done as per weather conditions and activities on your itinerary; cabs, trains and mini tours have to be booked well in advance; and restaurants have to be shortlisted across different venues. The frenzy of planning and prepping the holiday can drain you out even before you begin your vacation. So, have you ever thought about taking a holiday at sea? When you book a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line, you can design the holiday of your dreams and each day can be different. You leave all the stress behind the moment you step aboard to chase the sun around the world, explore, relax - and repeat! No cookin...
Read MoreFour Seasons Explorer Sets Sail in Palau With fair winds and following seas, Four Seasons is now welcoming travellers to discover the marine wilderness of Palau aboard Four Seasons Explorer. Eco-adventurers, divers and cultural explorers will be able to explore the virtually untouched wilderness of more than 340 islands, expansive protected marine territory, and a 4,000-year-old culture, while enjoying the warmth and care of Four Seasons from the deck of this luxury catamaran. "For many years, Four Seasons Explorer was a hugely popular option for exploring the waters and atolls of the Maldives, and now we are delighted to introduce the hidden paradise of Palau for the first time through the lens of Four Seasons," says Rainer Stampfer, President, Global Operations, Hotels and Resorts...
Read MoreCruise Critic announces the Best Cruise Lines of the year 2023 Virgin Voyages snags its second 'Best New Ship' award, ' Scenic Eclipse II receives 'Best New Expedition Ship' and Viking Cruises named 'Best River Cruise Line' Cruise Critic, the world's leading cruise reviews site and online cruise community, has named the winners of its 15th annual Cruise Critic Editors' Picks Awards – the industry's most comprehensive awards – recognizing the best cruise lines of the year, as chosen by the site's international team of cruise experts. "This was a banner year for the cruise industry," explains Colleen McDaniel, Editor-in-Chief of Cruise Critic. "On Cruise Critic, we saw demand for cruises surpass pre-pandemic times, and a number of lines reported ships sailing at over 100% capacit...
Read MoreNext year is looking like a banner year for cruise vacations, as travelers across all income and budget levels have been booking voyages at greater volumes than even before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to U.S. cruise operators and travel agents. Travelers are looking to cruises in 2024 because they are still cheaper than land-based alternatives. With occupancy levels approaching pre-pandemic levels, operators plan to hike prices in coming months. "Overall the market is extremely strong, especially the top end of the market in terms of the most high-end luxury cruises," said Bob Levinstein, CEO of cruise marketplace Cruise Compete. FILE PHOTO: The 'Wonder of the Seas' cruise ship of the company Royal Caribbean, the world?s largest cruise ship, is docked at a port in Malaga, Sp...
Read MoreMeanwhile VIKING returns to Antarctica for third season Viking is celebrating the start of its third expedition season in Antarctica, as the Viking Octantis and her identical sister ship, the Viking Polaris have arrived again in the region. Both ships will spend the Austral summer in Antarctica, before returning to North America's Great Lakes for voyages throughout the spring, summer and early fall. To meet strong demand for Antarctica voyages, Viking has also announced that the 2025-2026 season is now open for booking, including a new 87-day expedition, From the Arctic to Antarctica, sailing from Nuuk, Greenland to Ushuaia, Argentina. Departing in September 2025, this epic journey will allow guests to explore the natural beauty and historic waterways of the Canadian High Arctic bef...
Read MoreUltra-luxury expedition ships, Seabourn Pursuit and Seabourn Venture, meet for first time at southernmost Neko harbor Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, celebrated a historical moment when Seabourn Pursuit and Seabourn Venture, the line's two new ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships, sailed together side by side for the first time on Wednesday. The sister ships met at the entrance to the picturesque Neko Harbor, surrounded by towering icescapes, to celebrate Seabourn Pursuit's maiden season in Antarctica. To commemorate the historic meeting, guests and team members gathered on the expansive bow of each ship, where caviar and champagne were served. "It was a very exciting day, and we could not think of a better way to commemorate our first trip...
Read MoreTo uncover the natural treasures, regional flavors, and hidden gems of the Ring of Fire, exploring 63 destinations in 14 countries and featuring seven overnights and seven extended stays Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, is inviting guests to step into a world of ultra-luxury, comfort and enchanting exploration with its "2026 World Cruise – Ring of Fire: Hidden Gems." The 129-day voyage on Seabourn Sojourn will visit 63 extraordinary destinations and ports in 14 countries and offer many new value-added amenities and benefits to elevate the guest experience. The 2026 World Cruise is now open for sale. Departing Los Angeles on January 6, 2026, the award-winning, ultra-luxury Seabourn Sojourn will travel approximately 28,000 nautical miles, crossing ...
Read MoreDebuting in 2025, the Viking Tonle Will Double Viking's Capacity in Southeast Asia Viking has announced an expansion of its river fleet in Southeast Asia with the new Viking Tonle. Designed for the Mekong River, the 80-guest vessel will join its identical sister ship, the Viking Saigon, which debuted in 2022, and will sail between Kampong Cham, Cambodia and Mỹ Tho, Vietnam as part of Viking's popular 15-day Magnificent Mekong itinerary. The ship is under construction and is currently scheduled to debut in October 2025. To meet strong demand for Mekong River voyages, Viking has added sailing dates in 2025 and has now opened the entire 2026 season for booking. Built specifically to navigate the Mekong River, the new three-deck Viking Tonle, debuting in 2025, will feature a Pool (rende...
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