Holidays 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...
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Next 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 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 MoreViking only line to win best in both river and ocean categories for four years in luxury travel advisor's awards of excellence Luxury Travel Advisor has named Viking the "Best Luxury River Cruise Company" and "Best Cruise Line for Luxury Ocean Cruises" in the publication's 2023 Awards of Excellence. Viking is the first and only line to be named best in both the river and ocean categories for four years. The announcement also marks the eighth time Viking has been voted "Best Luxury River Cruise Company" during the annual awards. Luxury Travel Advisor, a prestigious travel publication, annually selects companies and individuals considered elite suppliers in the luxury travel industry as honorees through an exclusive voting opportunity by the publication's advisory board. The lis...
Read MoreTours in Greece, Spain, Turkey and Italy permit guests to explore in-depth at historically and culturally significant sites Expanding its reputation for immersive travel experiences, Holland America Line has started operating "National Geographic Day Tours" that allow guests to connect more deeply, and in a more sustainable way, with destinations in the Mediterranean. The exclusive shore excursions were developed with National Geographic, a world leader in geography, cartography and exploration. Beginning this summer, guests sailing on Oosterdam and Nieuw Statendam can participate in National Geographic Day Tours that allow them to discover powerful female figures in Kusadasi, Turkey; experience a day in the life of a marine biologist in Naples, Italy; learn about organic hone...
Read MoreNext summer, vacationers can celebrate the weekend in the biggest way ever. Royal Caribbean International has revealed the ultimate 3-night weekend and 4-night weekday getaway, Utopia of the Seas. As the first of the game-changing Oasis Class ships to offer short getaways when it debuts, the next big thing coming to vacations sets the stage to make more memories in one short trip than ever before. Starting July 2024 from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, Utopia will introduce unmatched weekend energy across a combination of more than 40 ways to dine and drink, more pools than the days to count, ways to thrill and chill, and more of all the above at Perfect Day at CocoCay – Royal Caribbean's private island in The Bahamas – including its new adults-only Hideaway Beach opening in early 2024...
Read MoreCelebrity Cruises has unveiled for the very first time details about what travelers can experience on board the brand's newest resort at sea, Celebrity Ascent, once it launches this November. As one of the most awarded premium cruise lines, with the first ships to ever receive the coveted Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating, Celebrity Cruises is once again making waves with the arrival of its fourth Edge Series ship. Touted as one of the "Best New U.S. Cruises of 2023" by Conde Nast Traveler, Celebrity Ascent will be the newest ship based in South Florida for the 2023-2024 Caribbean season. Cruising out of Port Everglades in Ft. Lauderdale from December 2023 to April 2024, the stunning new ship will transport guests to some of the Caribbean's most desired destinations like the Bahamas, Gra...
Read MoreMore people open to trying a cruise than ever before Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has revealed that holidaymakers from the UK and Ireland took around 1.7 million cruise holidays last year, nearing demand levels last seen in 2019. In data published recently, CLIA revealed that: In 2022 British and Irish holidaymakers took around 1.7 million cruises, up from 479,000 the previous year. The Mediterranean remains the number one destination for cruise travellers from the UK and Ireland. The top three destinations in 2022 were: 38.4% travelled to the Mediterranean, 29% to Northern Europe, and 10.6% to the Caribbean. The UK and Ireland markets accounted for 29% of all European source passengers. Globally, over a quarter (27%) of those who sailed for two ...
Read MoreCarnival Jubilee, the next new ship in the Excel class, will debut fun, unique and immersive ocean-themed experiences in two new zones: Currents and The Shores, along with guest favorites and, of course, the fleet's third roller coaster at sea when she debuts later this year. Currents, encompassing Deck 6 and Deck 7, is an awe-inspiring, immersive and transformative space that takes guests below the waves with a playful vibe featuring innovative technology, new and exciting bar and dining venues and live music. When guests step into Currents, they will be transported to mesmerizing underwater worlds, both realistic and fantastical, in a beautiful space that changes from day to night and throughout the cruise. The portals to the sea comprise six huge LED windows which, along with...
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