Carnival Cruise Line has recently announced a modest increase in its daily gratuity rates, sparking a broad conversation within the travel community about maritime service compensation. Starting soon, the rate will rise by one dollar to a total of seventeen Read More …
Costa Cruises is bringing a taste of authentic Italian sweetness to the high seas as it prepares to celebrate World Nutella Day today. Onboard the fleet’s Italian flagships, Costa Toscana and Costa Smeralda, guests have access to a dedicated Nutella Read More …
Today’s cruise industry is sailing away from the dated era of transactional loyalty. In today’s travel landscape, guests are no longer satisfied with merely accumulating points or receiving minor cabin upgrades based on a punch-card system. Instead, travelers seek a Read More …
The cruise industry has undergone significant transformation over the past 25 years, as noted by travel writer Sarah Swain, who reflects on her experiences since her first voyage in 2001. Initially seen as an exclusive luxury for the few, cruising Read More …
Ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for all guests is a top priority for Carnival Cruise Line, a commitment that was clearly demonstrated during a recent sailing. Onboard the Carnival Sunrise, the ship’s dedicated security team responded swiftly and professionally Read More …
Seabourn celebrated a significant milestone as they welcomed President Moetai Brotherson of French Polynesia aboard the ultra-luxury expedition ship, Seabourn Pursuit, during its port call in Papeete, Tahiti. This marked President Brotherson’s first official visit to the vessel, underscoring the Read More …
Beginning in 2025, Seabourn will welcome on board a star-studded line-up of literary luminaries on select sailings between March and December 2025, including Debbie Macomber; Ann Cleeves OBE; Robert King Wittman, Lord Jeffrey Archer and more. “Authors at Sea” is part of the line’s popular Read More …
Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today named its newest ocean ship, the Viking Vela®, with a traditional ceremony in Trieste, Italy. The naming of the Viking Vela also served as a celebration of Viking’s longtime partnership with Fincantieri, which is one of the world’s Read More …
Journeys With Purpose, the conservation travel specialist, reveals the conservation milestones to experience in 2025. The extraordinary journeys will introduce guests to the influential programmes making a positive impact for the environment, local communities and wildlife across the globe. The Read More …