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Oceania Cruises® Enhances Voyage Inclusions For All Guests
Oceania Cruises®, the world's leading culinary- and destination-focused luxury cruise line, has enhanced its guest experience even further with a new choice of amenities under its "Your World Included" program. On bookings made on or after September 17, 2025, guests will have the opportunity to choose one of two additional amenities: a generous shore excursion credit or complimentary wine and beer during lunch and dinner restaurant hours. This is in addition to its current suite of always included onboard amenities such as free specialty dining, unlimited WiFi and shipboard gratuities
Holland America Line's 2027 Canada & New England Season Delivers Iconic Lighthouses, National Parks
Today, Holland America Line announced its 2027 Canada & New England season, featuring a collection of cruises designed to showcase the region's storied national parks and rich heritage — as well as a new itinerary dedicated to the area's iconic lighthouses. In addition to exploring UNESCO World Heritage sites and vibrant cities, guests can expect a front-row seat to the region's stunning scenery while also enjoying an authentic onboard experience.
EXPLORA JOURNEYS REVEALS NEW JOURNEYS COLLECTION, SEPTEMBER 2027 TO MAY 2028, MARKING DEBUT IN ASIA
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, today unveiled its highly anticipated 2027–2028 Journeys Collection, a bold and expansive portfolio of experiences across five continents. At the heart of this collection is a momentous milestone: the brand's inaugural Journeys through Asia, opening a new chapter of discovery for discerning travelers. This season also welcomes the debut of EXPLORA V, the fifth ship in the fleet, which will begin her Journey in the quiet season beauty of the Mediterranean before continuing east to the Red Sea and Arabian Peninsula.
SeaLink Joins Tourism Queensland's Carrie-Van adventure along the Pacific Coast Way
Dreaming of the perfect Australian road trip? Then type in Pacific Coast Way in your navigation console and head to the Queensland coast for a truly epic road trip like no other. SeaLink Marine & Tourism is hitting the highway with Tourism & Events Queensland (TEQ), joining forces with Carrie Bickmore and Tommy Little to encourage travellers to load up the car and explore an amazing road trip adventure full of sunshine, coastal views, rest and relaxation.
Royal Caribbean Celebrates Start of Construction on Fourth Icon Class Vacation
Royal Caribbean's fourth Icon Class vacation has officially started physical construction and marked the milestone with a keel-laying ceremony. The moment took place at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, where the first block of the ship was lifted and placed on top of a layer of freshly minted coins.
ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES OPENS 2027 MEDITERRANEAN SOLAR ECLIPSE EXPEDITION
Atlas Ocean Voyages the leader in intimate, yacht-style expeditions, today unveiled an extraordinary new journey: the 2027 Solar Eclipse Expedition, a once-in-a-lifetime voyage through the Mediterranean that combines the cultural riches of Spain and Portugal with the rare wonder of a total solar eclipse, viewed from the perfect vantage point—at sea.
From Jungle to Journey: Why the Amazon River Is the Next Big Cruise Destination
The Amazon has always carried an air of mystery, with its winding waterways and dense rainforest stretching for miles. Travelers once saw it as unreachable, reserved only for explorers and scientists.
The World, Residences at Sea Celebrates Completion of Transformative $30M+ Dry-dock
The World, Residences at Sea, the largest privately owned residential mega yacht on the planet and the only one of its kind currently in operation, has successfully completed its most ambitious dry-dock to date, ushering in a new era of environmentally responsible and elevated luxury living at sea.
A Legend on Water: Royal Caribbean's Legend of the Seas Floats for the First Time
Making waves, a legendary Royal Caribbean vacation floated into its next phase of construction as Legend of the Seas* officially touched water for the first time. The teams behind the construction celebrated the moment as the newest family vacation floated out at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, where Legend will continue to take shape ahead of its August 2026 debut.
The Wait Is Over: Celebrity Cruises Unveils Innovative New Ships
With game-changing open decks, spacious staterooms, unmatched dining, and unforgettable experiences, guests can experience Europe's iconic rivers like never before. Priority Booking Access for these transformative river vacations is now open.
Croatia: The New Capital of Yacht and Catamaran Charters
The Adriatic coastline of Croatia has quietly emerged as the crown jewel of the European yachting scene, earning the title of the new capital of the yacht and catamaran charter market. With more than 1,000 islands scattered across crystal-clear waters, historic coastal towns, and a climate that practically guarantees sunny days, Croatia has become a go-to destination for sailors and luxury travelers alike, according to sailing experts PlainSailing.com. Its rise has been so meteoric that it is now being seen as a serious rival to long-time favorites like Greece.
Journeyscape Launches Four Bold New Alaska Expedition Cruise Itineraries
Journeyscape, the UK-based North America travel specialist and a sister brand of Journey Latin America, has expanded its Alaska holiday portfolio with the launch of four exhilarating expedition cruise itineraries, showcasing a small selection of their comprehensive range of experiences across the region. From immersive, small expedition-style adventures that prioritise off-ship exploration and expert-led excursions into Alaska's wildest corners, to refined, luxury cruises aboard larger vessels where onboard comfort and cultural enrichment take centre stage, Journeyscape's new offerings cater to every kind of traveller seeking to discover the USA's northernmost state.