France Celebrates Winning The Global Tourism Crown

France has officially maintained its status as the premier global travel destination by setting a new visitation record in 2025. According to data released by the French Economy Ministry, the nation welcomed 102 million international visitors over the course of Read More …

Luxury Cannes Hotel Earns Prestigious Green Globe Gold

The recent achievement of the Green Globe Gold certification by Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes marks a brilliant milestone in the evolution of luxury hospitality. This prestigious honor recognizes five consecutive years of dedicated improvement in sustainable management and operations. Read More …

European Nations Hike Cruise Taxes To Fund Infrastructure

Multiple European countries, including Greece, the UK, Spain, Italy, France, and Croatia, are implementing or planning significant increases in cruise passenger taxes and fees this year. This collective action is primarily driven by the need to manage overtourism and fund Read More …

Luxury Silversea Voyages Connect Global Wonders

Silversea Cruises has unveiled its inspiring 2026 global voyage collection, meticulously designed to offer luxury travelers deep cultural immersion and exclusive access to the world’s most spectacular events and natural phenomena. Under the leadership of President Bert Hernandez, the brand Read More …

French Court Affirms Open Seas for Cruises

Wonderful news for cruise enthusiasts eager to visit the stunning French Riviera! The administrative court of Nice has delivered a positive ruling, overturning Mayor Christian Estrosi’s attempts to ban large cruise ships from the region. This decision is a win Read More …

Ten Years Ago: Vikings Blow Past Own Record, Passionately

A new feature here at ChrisCruises.com, a look back at stories posted on this day, ten years ago The clock was ticking, Guinness Book Of World Records adjudicator standing by, as Viking River Cruises eclipsed its own record, christening 18 longships in Read More …

Seabourn 2026 Destinations + Eclipse Viewing

 Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, has announced an exciting program of immersive 2026 itineraries available on Seabourn’s ultra-luxury ocean fleet – Seabourn Ovation, Seabourn Encore, Seabourn Quest and Seabourn Sojourn – which will explore the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Alaska & British Columbia, Japan, and Canada & Read More …

Detailed: Costa Cruises Fall Mediterranean

Costa Cruises invites travelers to experience the sweet life aboard Costa Smeralda in the Western Mediterranean this late summer and fall, when the weather is milder and the crowds are smaller. The eight-day itinerary includes stops in Marseille, Barcelona, Civitavecchia Read More …

Celebrity Ascent Is In Europe

Celebrity Cruises’ newest ship, Celebrity Ascent, is arriving in Europe and will sail its first European summer season in 2024. The ship will visit famous destinations in Spain, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Turkey. Here are more features and highlights of Read More …