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ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES ANNOUNCES NEW 2025/2026 POLAR EXPEDITIONS TO ANTARCTICA

ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES ANNOUNCES NEW 2025/2026 POLAR EXPEDITIONS TO ANTARCTICA

Atlas Ocean Voyages announces Polar Expeditions by Atlas™ to Antarctica beginning October 2025 to March 2026 are now available for bookings. Offering 37 departures aboard the expedition yacht fleet of World Voyager™, World Navigator®, and World Traveller™, this will mark the third season featuring the entire Atlas Ocean Voyages fleet in the region.

Holland America Line Set to Debut New 'Glacier Day' and Enhanced Alaska-Focused Experiences

Holland America Line Set to Debut New 'Glacier Day' and Enhanced Alaska-Focused Experiences

Holland America Line is debuting "Glacier Day" on its Alaska cruises as it rolls out new programming within its "We Love Alaska" on board experience. The new offerings include Alaska Up Close presentations as well as culinary and beverage experiences to help foster a deeper connection to the people, history and culture of the state. The 2024 season kicks off April 27 from Vancouver and May 4 from Seattle.

Royal Caribbean Group Shares Comprehensive Update on its Decarbonization Journey

Royal Caribbean Group Shares Comprehensive Update on its Decarbonization Journey

Royal Caribbean Group, released its annual Seastainability Report, outlining milestones the company reached on its mission to deliver the best vacation experiences responsibly. Driven by its SEA the Future initiative, the company has advanced its commitment to sustain the planet, energize communities, and accelerate innovation.

Bert Hernandez Named Brand President of Silversea

Bert Hernandez Named Brand President of Silversea

Royal Caribbean Group have announced that Barbara Muckermann will depart Royal Caribbean Group after 14 years with Silversea to pursue other opportunities, and effective immediately, Bert Hernandez will succeed her as president of Silversea

Tourism Malaysia Strengthens Commitment to the Global Cruising Industry

Tourism Malaysia Strengthens Commitment to the Global Cruising Industry

Malaysia is setting its sights on the cruise tourism industry for the upcoming Visit Malaysia 2026. In 2023, Malaysia witnessed unprecedented cruise arrival figures, with its ports welcoming 1,055 cruise ships carrying 1,520,608 passengers—an 84.78% rise in ship arrivals and a 62.43% increase in passenger numbers compared to 2019 pre-pandemic rates.

Windstar Cruises Welcomes Two New Ships to Fleet Including First Star Class Newbuild

Windstar Cruises Welcomes Two New Ships to Fleet Including First Star Class Newbuild

Windstar Cruises, a leader in small-ship luxury cruising, is excited to announce the expansion of its fleet with the addition of two all-suite motor yachts, Star Seeker and Star Explorer. The first of the two ships, new-build Star Seeker which is currently being constructed in the WestSEA shipyard, is expected to be delivered in December of 2025, followed by Star Explorer in December, 2026.