Turkey Mandates Visitor Travel Insurance

The Republic of Turkey has introduced a thoughtful new measure to ensure that visitors enjoy their stay with added peace of mind. South African travelers applying for an e-visa will now benefit from a mandatory travel insurance policy integrated directly Read More …

Azamara Cruises Expands Meaningful Land Discovery Programs

Azamara Cruises has announced the relaunch and expansion of its land-based program, known as Azamara Ashore. This initiative is designed to provide passengers with deeper cultural immersion through a variety of pre- and post-cruise land packages. Between 2026 and 2028, Read More …

New Luxury Oceania Sonata Voyages Await You

Oceania Cruises has officially unveiled the inaugural season itineraries for Oceania Sonata, the first vessel in its new Sonata Class. Debuting in August 2027, the ship will accommodate 1,390 guests and feature a high staff-to-guest ratio, with 855 crew members. Read More …

Discover The Mediterranean During Winter Voyages

Oceania Cruises announced its first-ever full winter season of Mediterranean sailings for the 2027-2028 season aboard the new ship, Oceania Allura. This collection comprises 17 voyages ranging from 9 to 26 days, designed to offer travelers a more thoughtful and Read More …

Discover The Timeless Wonders Of Istanbul

Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of a city that spans two continents with the launch of an exciting new “Exploring Istanbul” tour from the acclaimed Peter Sommer Travels. This wonderfully curated seven-day journey is a deep dive Read More …

Virgin Atlantic’s Swift Action Ensures Passenger Safety

Virgin Atlantic demonstrated its unwavering commitment to passenger safety this week when a flight from New Delhi to London made a successful precautionary landing in Istanbul due to a technical issue. This decisive action highlights the airline’s “safety first” protocol Read More …

AROYA Begins Inaugural Mediterranean Season

In an exciting milestone for the cruise industry, AROYA Cruises, Saudi Arabia’s first national cruise line, made its historic maiden call to Galataport Istanbul on June 20, 2025. This celebrated arrival marks the beginning of the cruise line’s inaugural Mediterranean Read More …

Celestyal Enhances Promo with Free Cabin Upgrade

Celestyal, the boutique cruise line offering unmissable experiences on shore and at sea, is bringing even more love to its “Live Your Vacation Dream” promotion, offering a free cabin upgrade on select departures. To mark the change, the deal has Read More …

More Firsts: Viking Genetically Sequences Phytoplankton At Sea

Viking announced a significant advancement in marine research and exploration: real-time environmental DNA (eDNA) sequencing of phytoplankton available on their expedition fleet. This achievement positions Viking as the first travel company to offer such capabilities onboard its vessels. Collaboration for Read More …