Cruise Events
Explora I sets sail for its inaugural voyage
Explora I, the first ship of the Explora Journeys fleet, has begun its inaugural journey with a seven-night cruise that will take guests through the majestic landscapes of Lerwick in the Shetland Islands and Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands before heading towards Reykjavik, Iceland. The journey has been designed to emphasize the company’s “Ocean State […] Read more
Havila Polaris and Havila Pollux Delivered
On Tuesday, August 1st, the coastal cruise ships Havila Polaris and Havila Pollux were officially handed over to Havila Voyages during a ceremony at the Tersan Shipyard in Turkey. “A milestone for the company,” says CEO Bent Martini. On Tuesday afternoon Turkish time, the Norwegian flag and the flag of Havila Voyages were finally hoisted […] Read more
Crystal Announces Plans for Four New Ships in 6 Years
During an executive briefing for media and travel agents aboard a short preview cruise of Crystal Serenity, Cristina Levis, CEO of A&K Travel Group, announced that the brand is collaborating with their advisors and financiers to sign a memorandum of understanding with two European shipyards for four new ships. This will include two classic ships […] Read more
Havila: Sustainability and Environmental Report
Havila Voyages is actively working to reduce emissions and meet future environmental requirements. “Last year we made history. We were the first cruise line in the world to sail into the Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with zero emissions and zero noise,” says CEO Bent Martini. “This is clear proof and underlines our ambitions. […] Read more
Silversea Cruises: Delivery of Silver Nova
Silversea is proud to announce that the all-new Silver Nova, the most luxurious and eco-friendly cruise ship ever built, was finally delivered on July 19 in Eemshaven, the Netherlands. Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty joined Silversea President Barbara Muckermann, Meyer Werft executives and other distinguished guests to officially welcome this landmark ship […] Read more
Delivery of Explora I, the first ship of Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys has officially taken delivery of Explora I, marking the official launch of MSC Group’s new luxury brand. The handover ceremony, which took place at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, was attended by the top management of the MSC Group, including Gianluigi Aponte, Founder and Chairman of the MSC Group, Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman […] Read more
Methanol as a possible green fuel
Cruising Journal has previously covered traditional fuels, LNG, cold ironing, and hydrogen batteries and fuel cells. Today, we will discuss green methanol as a possible fuel of the future to reduce the environmental impact of cruise ships. It should be remembered that the calorific value of hydrogen is 5 times lower than that of the […] Read more
Silversea: Executive Preview of Silver Nova
On July 11, Jason Liberty, Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO, Richard Fain, Royal Caribbean Group President, and Barbara Muckermann, Silversea President, enjoyed a preview of Silver Nova as it embarked from Eemshaven, the Netherlands. Royal Caribbean executives were welcomed by Meyer Werft CEOs Jan and Bernard Meyer and had the opportunity to enjoy an […] Read more
Ambassador Cruise Line: Ambition Joins the Fleet
Ambition, the second ship to join the Ambassador Cruise Line fleet, was christened in Newcastle on May 11. Built in France in 1999, Ambition has been in service with several cruise lines, most recently Aida Cruises. Ambassador Cruise Line, a British brand that enjoyed great success after the launch of its first ship, Ambience, purchased […] Read more
Thurgau Gold: Thurgau Travel’s greenest ship
Thurgau Travel unveiled Europe’s most modern riverboat today in Basel: the MS Thurgau Gold. Leading river cruise operator Thurgau Travel welcomes a new ship to its fleet at a christening ceremony attended by pop star Linda Fäh. Equipped with the latest technology and innovative design, the MS Thurgau Gold will be the most environmentally friendly […] Read more
