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Costa Further Strengthens Precautions on Ships
Following the global alert level declared by the World Health Organization, Costa Cruises reports that no guests, visitors or crew members of any nationality who have travelled from, to or through mainland China in the last 14 days will be allowed to board its ships. “Costa Cruises maintains close contact with international and local health authorities to ensure constant health monitoring and protection,” said Neil Palomba, president of Costa Cruises. “Our onboard medical teams are also continuously updated by our central medical services department and guarantee that procedures...
Windstar Unveils New Officer’s Suite
Windstar Cruises’ flagship Wind Surf has emerged from a major renovation with changes including a new luxurious Officer’s Suite. The nautically appointed suite on the five-masted schooner (the largest sailing cruise ship in the world) is located directly behind the Bridge, in an area labeled “crew only.” While all of Windstar’s six ships have an open Bridge – where guests can interact with the ship’s officers and get a rare, behind-the-scenes look at cruising – the Officer’s Suite is the only public accommodation in the officers’ quarters. It is believed to be...
Celebrity Sails Beyond the Edge
Celebrity Beyond, the third ship in Celebrity Cruises' highly acclaimed, award-winning Edge Series, has made the monumental move from concept to construct as the first piece of steel was cut at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, this week. “Celebrity Beyond is the perfect natural next-step in the Edge Series,” said Richard D. Fain, chairman and CEO, Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. “The Edge Series is all about innovation and pushing beyond boundaries and convention, and Celebrity Beyond will continue this legacy.” “With the launch of our Edge...
Star Wars Day at Sea Returns in 2021
Out-of-this-world adventures are returning to Disney Cruise Line in 2021 with “Star Wars Day at Sea.” This special day-long celebration is filled with unique character encounters, live shows and Star Wars-themed activities for the entire family. Star Wars Day at Sea takes place on seven-night Disney Fantasy cruises to the Caribbean from January through March. With more than a dozen of the galaxy’s most formidable and heroic characters onboard, guests can meet with the best of the Resistance including Chewbacca, C-3PO and R2-D2; come face-to-face with Darth Vader; and be on...
Costa Smeralda Passenger Tests Negative For Coronavirus
Reuters is now reporting that an Italian health ministry spokesman has confirmed that tests for coronavirus on two passengers aboard Costa Cruises' Costa Smeralda have come back negative and they do not have the virus. Both passengers had been held in an isolation unit on the ship while they waited for the test results to be returned. Some 6,000 passengers aboard the ship – which was docked in Civitavecchia, north of Rome -- were not allowed to disembark for safety reasons while test results were...
Cunard – Bringing People Together For 180 Years
Baxter Media is hosting an exciting and vibrant webinar with Cunard next Tuesday (Feb. 4) at 2 p.m. (EST). Travel advisors who attend the webinar will be given a chance to win a $100 CAD Amazon gift card. For nearly 180 years, Cunard has been an innovator in ocean travel. In this upcoming webinar, you'll get to learn about the unique experiences that make Cunard special and in a class by itself. From new onboard exclusives to majestic new itineraries, Cunard sets the stage for an exciting 2020 and beyond. In addition, they will be sharing some teasers about Cunard’s next...
Crystal River Releases 2022 Itineraries
Crystal River Cruises is set to take guests on journeys of cultural and historical discovery in 2022, exploring storybook villages, cosmopolitan international hubs, and towns hosting rare events and decked in seasonal delights. Crystal Bach, Crystal Debussy, Crystal Mahler and Crystal Ravel – all-suite, all-balcony sister ships – will offer itineraries from seven to 10 nights. Crystal River's 2022 itineraries are available for booking and published on crystalcruises.com. Throughout the roster of 2022 voyages, Crystal’s focus remains on the overall guest experience during their...
‘Days of Wine and Whisky’ Await Barge Guests
Following a record year in 2019, luxury hotel barge cruising specialist European Waterways is looking to continue its success into 2020 by offering up to 20% off on cabin and charter prices on select cruises in France, Italy and Scotland. It’s a unique opportunity for travellers to enjoy the world-renowned wines featured in its French and Italian cruises, as well as the famed Scottish whiskies enjoyed by guests aboard its hotel barges in the Scottish Highlands. The specials are applicable to select departures and represent savings of up to $17,000 per charter and $3,220 per cabin,...