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Important Points to Know: Cunard is extending its partnership with the Royal Canadian Geographical Society (RCGS) for the 2025 Alaska season aboard the newly refit Queen Elizabeth. This collaboration, now in its third season, will feature a distinguished lineup of Read More …
Important To Know The Caribbean is undergoing a significant transformation in 2025, moving away from short, sun-and-sand getaways towards longer, more immersive multi-day trips. Six islands – Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Barbados, Curaçao, and Aruba – are at the forefront Read More …
Important To Know In early 2025, the U.S. cruise industry is facing scrutiny due to a significant increase in reported onboard crimes. Data from the Department of Transportation (DOT) revealed over forty incidents, including serious offenses like assault and sexual Read More …
– Important to Know– Royal Caribbean is significantly expanding its private destination offerings with the announcement of Perfect Day Mexico and Royal Beach Club Cozumel, set to enhance its “Ultimate Destinations” portfolio. Perfect Day Mexico, slated to open in fall Read More …
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is deepening its commitment to the arts by enhancing its cultural offerings aboard their luxury and bilingual (German/English) cruise ship, the EUROPA 2. Building on the success of their art2sea voyage, the cruise line will offer a robust new program of rotating Read More …
Holland America Line officially opened bookings for its two 2027 Grand Voyages. Both the 2027 Grand World Voyage and the 2027 Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage, departing in January 2027, will provide guests access to rare ports of call and the opportunity to connect Read More …
Cunard proudly continues their relationship with the Royal Canadian Geographical Society (RCGS) in 2025 and announces an extensive speaker line-up on board the newly refit Queen Elizabeth for the Alaska 2025 season, showcasing RCGS speakers on select Alaska voyages starting June 12. On board a stunningly Read More …
Important to Know A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck Crete, Greece, triggering a widespread tsunami warning across the country and causing tremors felt as far away as Egypt’s northern coast, where a separate 6.4 magnitude offshore quake was also recorded. While Read More …
Princess Cruises has announced a third voyage in its 2026 Total Solar Eclipse series: a 14-day Mediterranean & Adriatic with Total Solar Eclipse cruise onboard the Enchanted Princess. Departing roundtrip from Rome on August 4, 2026, this unforgettable journey will blend Read More …