Cruise Lines Guide
The Perfect Cruise Trip to Wow Your Better Half
Planning the perfect surprise for your partner often involves a mix of secrecy, excitement, and a touch of romance. A surprise cruise trip stands out as an extraordinary gesture, offering an unbeatable blend of adventure, relaxation, and quality time together. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply looking to reignite the spark in your […] Read more
The Scots in Monfalcone, a Forgotten Story
The city of Monfalcone has been in the national and international headlines in recent months due to the presence of a crowded Bengali community crucial for the construction of large cruise ships by Fincantieri in the city’s shipyard in the Isontine region. This phenomenon began around 2000, progressively altering the city’s social fabric. However, not […] Read more
Fresh water production on board cruise ships
The production of fresh water is a critical aspect of ensuring a comfortable and safe experience aboard cruise ships. With the vast expanse of the ocean surrounding them, cruise ships have ingeniously devised methods to transform seawater into potable water suitable for various uses onboard. Two primary techniques employed for this purpose are reverse osmosis […] Read more
Managing the Caribbean: Interview with Regis-Prosper
I met Dona Regis-Prosper several years ago before she took on the prestigious role of Secretary-General and CEO of the Caribbean Tourism Organization. She was already undertaking crucial responsibilities for the region’s development, not only from a purely tourism perspective but also in terms of sustainability and collaboration. I am particularly pleased to feature this […] Read more
The Return of the Birka Stockholm
After having spent more than three years in limbo due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Baltic cruise ship Birka Stockholm is set to make a return this year under a new name and management. Built in 2004 at Aker Finnyards in Rauma as the Birka Paradise, the ship has been operating short cruises in the […] Read more
Silver Ray protagonist of the Mediterranean summer
In 2024, Silversea is set to welcome a new flagship into its fold: the Silver Ray. Currently under the final stages of construction at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, this latest jewel in the luxury brand’s crown will be a true haven of luxury with an environmental conscience. Not just exclusive suites, top-tier cuisine, […] Read more
Scenic Cruises: The Art of Luxury Travel
With over 36 years of experience, Scenic Cruises stands as a benchmark in the world of luxury travel, redefining the concept of cruising with its river and ocean journeys. Since its inception in 2008, Scenic has consistently raised the bar for truly all-inclusive, 5-star river cruises in Europe and Southeast Asia. The introduction of Scenic […] Read more
Castellammare, Italy’s oldest shipyard
Enthusiasts of cruise ships remember the shipyard in Castellammare di Stabia for its construction of sections of cruise liners, later assembled with the rest of the ship at other Fincantieri group facilities. The latest in this series is the Explora II by Explora Journeys, which was launched last January and then towed to Sestri Ponente, […] Read more
Storylines: a unique sector in continuous growth
Storylines, the luxury and residential cruise company that upholds the motto “discover, don’t just navigate,” where residing on board is not just a vacation but a lifestyle, takes us into 2024 by analyzing the trends in the cruise industry. The luxury cruise market has experienced significant growth; compared to the over 600,000 guests in 2019, […] Read more
An exceptional captain: interview with Miia Holma
We recently had the pleasure of sailing on board Hondius, one of the newest units in the Oceanwide Expeditions fleet, specializing in expedition cruises in the Arctic and Antarctica. Unfortunately, we did not have the opportunity to sail with Miia Holma on that occasion, an exceptional captain who upholds the value of women in leadership […] Read more
