Cruise Lines News
Alajmo and Crystal: High Italian Cuisine on Board
Crystal has announced a collaboration with renowned Italian brothers Massimiliano and Raffaele Alajmo, who will bring their culinary expertise aboard the company’s ships. This partnership will see the two brothers introduce a special menu at Osteria d’Ovidio, a new dining venue available on the Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony ships. Massimiliano Alajmo, recognized as the youngest chef in […] Read more
Storylines: Eric Chew Appointed as IT Vice President
Storylines, a company offering residential cruises, has appointed Eric Chew as Vice President of Information Technology for its inaugural ship, MV Narrative. Chew, an innovative leader in information technology with extensive experience managing application and infrastructure projects for cruise ships, brings 25 years of experience in implementing both small and large IT projects for multinational […] Read more
Windstar: Star Seeker Debut in January 2026
Windstar Cruises, a company specializing in small-sized cruise ships, has recently unveiled an overview of its new gem: the Star Seeker. This luxury ship, capable of accommodating up to 224 passengers, will make its official debut in January 2026, promising a unique and refined travel experience. The Star Seeker will feature 112 spacious suites, designed […] Read more
AmaWaterways: Innovative Stateroom Upgrade Program
AmaWaterways has launched a new and innovative Stateroom Upgrade program, offering travelers the opportunity to enhance their river cruise experience by upgrading to a higher cabin category. With this program, on select cruises, guests can enhance their vacation by increasing their space and enjoying a better view, all through a simple and smooth process. After […] Read more
Windstar Cruises Celebrates 40 Years of Sailing
Windstar Cruises, founded in October 1984 by maritime entrepreneurs Karl G. Andrén and Jean-Claude Potier as Windstar Sail Cruises with motorized sailing ships, is celebrating 40 years of sailing this year. To mark this significant milestone, the company has launched various celebratory events for guests and crew. Windstar will celebrate its 40th anniversary throughout the […] Read more
Uniworld and Barena: Protecting Venetian Marshlands
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has announced a new collaboration with the Barena Association of Venice to protect the salt marshes of the northern Venetian Lagoon. This initiative, led by The Travel Corporation (TTC)’s non-profit foundation TreadRight, marks an important step forward in preserving the fragile ecosystem of the lagoon, along with its wildlife, flora, and […] Read more
Cruise Saudi at the United Nations Global Compact
Cruise Saudi has announced its participation in the United Nations Global Compact, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative dedicated to promoting sustainable and socially responsible business practices. Formally launched in July 2000, the United Nations Global Compact is a non-binding UN pact that encourages companies and private sector businesses worldwide to adopt sustainable and socially […] Read more
AmaWaterways: the Travel Agent Olympics
With the start of the Olympic Games on July 26, 2024, in France, AmaWaterways, a luxury river cruise company, has decided to join the celebrations by launching an initiative for travel consultants through the “Cruise for Gold” contest. This unique event offers consultants the opportunity to win Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals, along with a […] Read more
Oceania Cruises Launches Oceania Insider Connect
Oceania Cruises has launched Oceania Insider Connect, a tech-driven commercial solution powered by Approach Guides to enhance the sales and marketing efforts of its esteemed travel advisor partners. Oceania Insider Connect offers two marketing solutions: instantly co-brandable marketing pages to showcase Oceania Cruises’ itineraries, onboard experiences, destinations, ships, and latest promotions, and a co-branded website […] Read more
Havila Voyages: Among TIME’s World’s Greatest Places
As every year, TIME highlights 100 extraordinary destinations to visit and stay in. This year, Havila Pollux and Havila Polaris, ships of the coastal cruise company Havila Voyages, have been chosen among the most beautiful places in the world. To compile this list, TIME relies on its international network of correspondents and contributors, along with […] Read more
