Cruise Events

Silversea: Naming Ceremony for the Silver Ray

Silver Ray, the second ultra-luxury ship in the Nova Class, has been officially named by its godmother, Dr. María Josefina Olascoaga, in Lisbon. This ship is part of one of Silversea’s most energy-efficient and spacious ship The event has been special even because it’s marking a significant moment in its 30th anniversary year, a testament […] Read more

Swan Hellenic Collaborates with Blue Marlin Ibiza

The company Swan Hellenic has partnered with Blue Marlin Ibiza to create a new five-star travel experience that combines exploration with events and entertainment. The partnership between Swan Hellenic, committed to designing new ways to experience cruising, and Blue Marlin Ibiza, specializing in cultural and leisure entertainment for a broad cosmopolitan audience, has given rise […] Read more

Cunard: Christening Ceremony for Queen Anne

The christening ceremony for Cunard’s new ship, Queen Anne, has just concluded in Liverpool, amidst official celebrations, unforgettable performances, and distinguished guests. It all began in Liverpool in May 1840 when Cunard‘s first transatlantic crossing took place. The love and affection for this city from the community unite its heritage and innovation, and for this […] Read more

Crystal Cruises: News for the trade reservations team

Crystal Cruises has announced significant updates in its global reservations and trade sales operations, providing a more efficient service for all travel partners. As of May 1st, the entire North American trade reservations team is exclusively based at the Miami headquarters, while localized teams are now fully operational in London and Melbourne to support key […] Read more

AMAN: Steel Cutting for the New Yacht

With the steel cutting, which took place in Genoa, the construction of the luxurious motor yacht, Aman at Sea, has begun. The event was marked by the traditional ceremony at the T.Mariotti shipyard. The keel laying is expected to take place this summer, and the official name of the ship will be announced in due […] Read more

Hanseatic Inspiration: Technical Works Completed

After a period at Kaiserdock II at the Lloyd shipyard in Bremerhaven for technical maintenance and repair works to renew the class, the Hanseatic Inspiration has returned to the water with several innovations on board.  During the time spent in the shipyard, over 500 crew members, employees of external companies, and shipyard workers worked on […] Read more

Viking River Cruises: Viking Sobek float out

Viking Sobek, the sixth Viking ship to sail on the Nile River with a capacity of 82 guests, has been launched, marking a significant milestone as it touches water for the first time. The ship will set sail in the fall of 2024, joining Viking’s growing fleet of state-of-the-art ships on the Nile and will […] Read more

Silversea takes delivery of Silver Ray

Silversea took delivery of Silver Ray, the second ship of the innovative Nova class, during a celebration in Eemshaven on May 14. The event was attended by Jason Liberty, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group; Bert Hernandez, President of Silversea; Bernard Meyer, Chairman of Meyer Group; and Bernd Eikens, CEO of Meyer Group; as […] Read more

Scenic: New Features aboard Scenic Eclipse

Scenic Eclipse, the ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht by Scenic Luxury Cruises, has undergone a period of dry dock ahead of its Mediterranean season, bringing enhancements to the Senses Spa and wellness offerings, as well as updates to the Yacht Club. The main highlights include upgrades to the Senses Spa, which have been enhanced to elevate the […] Read more

Sailing into the Future: Seatrade Miami 2024 Highlights 

Seatrade stands as the peak event for any business within the maritime industry, representing a must-attend event on every professional’s calendar. Through organized events and publications, Seatrade cultivates a platform where industry leaders and companies converge to network, exchange insights, and unveil groundbreaking innovations shaping the future of the maritime industry. Networking and collaboration are […] Read more