As more cruisers choose the small-ship cruise alternative, inviting them to sail down the world’s most legendary waterways with fewer people and more of everything, Avalon Waterways has curated a collection of the most intriguing experiences.
On the company’s new, all-about-you Active & Discovery itineraries, the compass is in the palm of guests’ hands to choose from up to 28 (included) excursions.
On Avalon Waterways’ Active & Discovery cruises, featuring Avalon Choice excursions, every day is an adventure.
And, in 2022 and 2023, choices available to cruisers...
Emerald Cruises has unveiled first images of its brand-new luxury superyacht, Emerald Azzurra, following its launch last month
The 100-guest yacht is the first of the brand’s two ground-breaking superyachts to join the Emerald Cruises fleet -- Emerald Sakara will be the second when she launches in the Seychelles in early 2023.
Featuring designer furnishings throughout, the stylish pool deck has proven a popular spot for guests to relax and take in the sweeping views. Outfitted with Paola Lenti day loungers and Kettal lounge chairs in cool tones that complement the...
Princess Cruises is extending its Canadian Dollars at par offer through April 30, giving Canadian guests the chance to stretch their dollars further – through the end of the month, Canadian Dollars are at par with U.S. Dollars. Popular Alaska cruise and cruisetour itineraries this summer are included in the offer, all conveniently departing from or arriving in Vancouver, B.C.
The 2022 program features six ships, including the line’s newest ship, Discovery Princess. Majestic Princess debuts along with Royal Princess and Grand Princess sailing the top-rated seven-day Voyage...
Mark Robinson has joined the senior executive leadership team at Scenic Group as Vice President of Cruise Operations.
Robinson comes to Scenic with more than 35 years of industry experience, encompassing a wide range of cruise and tourism sectors and roles, including cruise port and ship operations, new business and corporate structure development, team leadership, and guest experience programs.
He will oversee the day-to-day operations of Scenic Group’s award-winning luxury river and ocean yacht fleet as well as direct the transitioning of the company’s new builds into...
Meredith Vieira first prepared her blessing for the Avalon View christening ceremony in 2020. Finally, being able to speak the words two years later in Bratislava on April 12, the 15-time Emmy Award-winning host, executive producer and anchor was moved by the experience.
“I didn’t realize how emotional I was going to get,” she shared from the ship the following morning as it was sailing from Slovakia to Hungary. “As I was reading it, it just hit me what an incredible honour this is, it’s humbling, I’m very lucky. It hit me that I’m the god mother, wow, in a good way —...
Celebrity Cruises is setting sail sets on a series of new sailings through both the Mexican Riviera and the Caribbean beginning fall 2022.
Aboard the Celebrity Solstice, guests will be treated to unparalleled vistas as it sails down the Pacific Coast, while experiencing the vibrant culture of the Mexican Riviera.
Celebrity Millennium, recently modernized as part of the Celebrity Revolution, will treat guests to endless summer sailings through the Southern Caribbean.
Setting sail from September 2022 through April 2023, Celebrity Solstice will embark on five-, seven-, and...
Riviera River Cruises is offering a $1,000 per person discount or free round-trip economy flights from most major North American airports on all 2022 departures of its itineraries in France.
Cruise the Seine River from Paris to Normandy and back or the Saône and Rhône rivers through Burgundy and Provence from Lyon to Beaune and Avignon.
The discount or free flights are available for new bookings of any cabin or suite made through June 30, 2022, excluding cabins with no single supplement and solo traveler departures.
Free round-trip economy flights will be booked by...
PUNCH Canada has been appointed the Canadian public relations agency for MSC Cruises. It will support MSC Cruises’ Canadian office in Mississauga and it will be responsible for managing and leading MSC Cruises’ media relations and communications in Canada.
PUNCH Canada will represent MSC Cruises in the Canadian market and work closely with media to ensure this year’s exciting announcements, ship launches, and much more are shared with Canadians.
MSC Cruises is the only major cruise line in Canada to have a distinct, physical office space that’s bilingual and caters to the...
Pam Hoffee, President of Avalon Waterways, described the christening ceremony for Avalon Waterways’ 14th Suite Ship in Europe as “years in the making.” Originally set to debut in 2020, Avalon View got its long awaited time in the spotlight yesterday in Bratislava, as 15-time Emmy Award-winning host, executive producer and anchor Meredith Vieira took on duties as the ship’s godmother.
“Today we thank those with a vision of what could be and the hands to craft it so. Such beauty as this magnificent vessel now begins its river journey. Around every bend lies a new sight to...
American Queen Voyages is celebrating the return of Ocean Navigator, the final Lakes & Oceans vessel to be added back to the fleet, as it welcomes its first guests in over two years.
The 202-guest boutique coastal ship, a sister to Ocean Voyager, was greeted in downtown Savannah at River Street Market Landing by city leaders and dignitaries, including Mayor Van R. Johnson, who toured the vessel, visiting with crew and officers before an afternoon guest embarkation.
John Waggoner, founder & chairman, American Queen Voyages, said: “The Great America-tion summer is nearing,...