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Category: Cruise Industry
We interpret current cruise line news, breaking down the stories and what they mean to consumers.
Memories: Seabourn Odyssey’s Farewell Voyage
Calling all luxury cruise enthusiasts! Seabourn invites you on a commemorative 22-day journey aboard the Seabourn Odyssey, departing September 2nd, 2024, from Seattle to Yokohama. This voyage celebrates the ship’s remarkable 15-year history with special events and appearances by those Read More …
Predicted: A Unprecedented Hurricane Season This Year
According to Weather.com, this year’s hurricane season is poised to be the most active season yet, with a projected 23 storms, 11 hurricanes, and 5 of at least a Category 3 to affect the Atlantic Coast this summer. Travelers must brace themselves as Read More …
Star Princess Sets Sail for a Spectacular Debut …Fall 2025
Calling all Princess fans! There’s exciting news about the arrival of the stunning Star Princess, the second ship in the innovative Sphere Class. While the inaugural sailings have shifted to ensure the ship meets Princess Cruises’ famously high standards, get Read More …
Carnival’s Christine Duffy Honored for Lifetime Achievement
Industry veteran Christine Duffy, President of Carnival Cruise Line, received the prestigious 2024 Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Lifetime Achievement Award. This recognition celebrates her outstanding contributions to the entire cruise travel industry. Duffy has captained Carnival Cruise Line, the Read More …
Princess, Home Of Anytime Dining, Adds Options
Princess Cruises is revolutionizing its dining experience fleetwide to offer unprecedented flexibility and choice. Debuting September 14, 2024, guests will have three distinct main dining options – Traditional Dining, Reservable Dining, and Anytime Walk-in Seating – across every ship. Inspired Read More …
Branson Gives Away Cruises In London
Sir Richard Branson surprised Londoners with a quirky publicity stunt to promote Virgin Voyages’ “Med Season.” A double-decker bus transformed into a mini Scarlet Lady cruise ship cruised through central London, with Branson himself onboard. The bus-ship gave away 200 Read More …
Holland America Line $1 Deposit Offer for 151st Anniversary
Holland America Line is commemorating its 151st anniversary on April 18th by offering guests a $1 deposit for those who book exclusively on the 18th only. To celebrate, the cruise line’s rich offer includes the following: Book Summer 2024 through Spring 2025 and Read More …