Cruise News
Collins to join board at Saga Cruises
Saga has confirmed the appointment of Fran Collins as the newest member of Saga’s cruise board. The company hopes to benefit from Collins’ more than twenty years of experience.
Peacock-Gower takes up leadership role with Aurora Expeditions
Adventure travel company Aurora Expeditions has named Hayley Peacock-Gower as its chief marketing officer, a newly created role to drive global growth for the Australian brand.
Swan Hellenic christens first ship as launch postponed
Swan Hellenic has celebrated the christening of its new ship, SH Minerva, at the Helsinki Shipyard during a small private ceremony. However, her debut has been delayed in the wake of the pandemic.
Tui Skyla takes to the water in Germany
The christening ceremony, complete with the traditional champagne smash, was officiated over by corporate captain, Marco Menke, and godmother, college exam officer, Catherine Hawkins.
Holland America Line recovery continues as Nieuw Statendam returns
Nieuw Statendam departed Fort Lauderdale, Florida, earlier on its first cruise since the industry-wide pause last year. The ship marks the fifth Holland America Line vessel to re-enter service.
Cunard unveils spring programme for Queen Elizabeth
She will be spending time in the unparalleled beauty of Norway’s fjords; island hopping in Spain and Portugal; cruising through the Mediterranean; and finally transiting the Panama Canal onwards to Alaska.
Phase two of OceaniaNEXT unveiled to cruise fans
Oceania Cruises has announced the second phase of culinary enhancements rolling out across the luxurious small-ship fleet as part of its OceaniaNEXT programme.
Captain unveiled for upcoming Emerald Azzurra
With the launch of its first superyacht, Emerald Azzurra, scheduled for January, Emerald Cruises has made appointments for two key onboard senior management positions – including a British captain.
Steel cutting ceremony held for Celebrity Ascent in France
The first steel has been cut for Celebrity Ascent. Executives signed the ceremonial first cut of steel at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, earlier.
Guernsey to welcome cruise visitors in 2022
As one of the most important and popular ports in the British Isles, the destination will see its first return call taking place on April 14th with the arrival of Hanseatic Spirit.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines returns to Norway
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is making a return to its homeland of Norway, as new ship Borealis sets sail in search of the Northern Lights, the natural phenomenon after which she is named.
Amadeus River Cruises unveils Cara
Amadeus River Cruises has announced that its new five-star ship, the Amadeus Cara, will enter service in spring 2022. The 135-metre-long ship will accommodate 163 guests.