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Silversea Ready For 2020
Silversea Cruises has opened bookings to the general public for 191 new voyages – featuring 572 destinations in 84 countries – that will sail from summer 2020 into winter 2021. Complimentary air and transfers will be included on virtually all of the newly announced itineraries, while a number of other highlights will enable Silversea's guests to “travel deeper like never before.” Included for practically all voyages in the new collection, complimentary round-trip economy-class flights and transfers will simplify the travel experience for guests. The new addition will...
Le Boat Expanding Canadian Operations
It's only been a year since Le Boat announced that it was expanding into North America and opened its first base in Smith Falls, Ontario but it was clearly the right course for the company to chart. Now, the self-drive river and canal cruise holiday specialist is planning to build on the success of its 2018 inaugural season, with plans to expand its fleet of cruisers and add a satellite base in Seeley's Bay, Ontario in 2019. Cheryl Brown, Le Boat's global managing director, said: “Our first season of operation along the historic Rideau Canal is nearly complete. With rave reviews...
Avalon Picks Gilbert As Godmother
Avalon Waterways picked Elizabeth Gilbert to christen the Avalon Envision on the Danube River in 2019. Gilbert – bestselling author of EAT PRAY LOVE – said of her godmother duties: “As somebody who is almost pathologically obsessed with travel and adventure, what could be more fun than being named the godmother of beautiful a riverboat? I'm honoured and delighted to be part of this lovely endeavour.” She will christen the Avalon Envision in an international ceremony that will take place on April 7, 2019 in Budapest, Hungary. Pam Hoffee, managing director of Avalon...
Silversea Orders Three New Ships
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. and Silversea Cruises have announced agreements to build three new “Evolution Class” ships for Silversea. Silversea signed a memorandum of understanding with German shipbuilder Meyer Werft to build two new vessels in the new “Evolution Class.” The first Evolution-class ship is expected to deliver in 2022. Silversea also signed a contract with Dutch shipbuilder Shipyard De Hoop to construct a new expedition vessel, named Silver Origin, that will serve the Galapagos Islands itinerary currently sailed by Silver Galapagos. The new ship is expected...
HAL Planning Quite A Celebration
Holland America Line is supporting October's Choose Cruise Month – organized by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) – with an offer on more than 800 cruises sailing to all of the line's global destinations that features up to $400 onboard spending money for booking an ocean view or above stateroom. The Choose Cruise Month offer can also be combined with the Explore4 promotion to receive greater benefits that include complimentary beverages and specialty dining, reduced deposits and free or reduced fares for third and fourth guests in a stateroom. With Explore4, suite...
Soaking It Up With Whirlpool JetBoat Tours
With forecasters calling for warmer temperatures than usual this fall, the conditions will be ideal for those looking to soak up the colours of the changing seasons. And while going for a hike or a long country drive are great ways to take in the fall colours, there's another option for those heading for Niagara and looking for a bit of adventure. Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours is continuing to take passengers on jet boat trips through the turbulent white waters of the Niagara River until the end of October – giving passengers an unparalleled view of the spectacular colours of the...
An Incredible Display
Passengers on a recent Silversea Expeditions voyage were treated to one of nature's most stunning phenomena – the aurora borealis, or northern lights. The awe-inspiring display of otherworldly green lights dancing across the night's sky came into view as Silver Cloud sailed off the southwest coast of Greenland. The sighting was representative of Silversea's commitment to unlocking deep travel experience for guests. For Silver Cloud's guests, who gathered on the ship's top deck to witness the lights, it was a spellbinding finale to a day spent exploring Qeqertarsuaq, a small town...
Exclusive – GANJA JOURNEYS
Like it or not, the legal retailing of cannabis in Canada is soon to get underway. As of Oct. 17, a whole new business sector based on cannabis sales through licensed outlets – with all the much-discussed pros and cons – will start operating across the country, reports Western editor, Ted Davis in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. Much of the discussion ahead of this ground breaking launch has focused on pros like a predicted reduction in organized crime, and cons like the possible increased access to cannabis by under-aged users. The federal Cannabis Act will...