Cruise
A New Destination
At a ceremony in Freeport, Grand Bahama this week, Carnival Cruise Line and the Bahamian government officials have signed an agreement for the construction of a new cruise port facility to be funded and operated by Carnival Cruise Line on Grand Bahama Island. The as-yet-unnamed planned port will be the largest purpose-built cruise facility ever constructed in The Bahamas and will take inspiration from the beauty of the Bahamian people and their islands. Features will include a one-mile stretch of beach, food, beverage and shopping outlets, a wide array of water-based amenities and...
Start The Revolution
Over 140 members of TL Network Canada – previously branded as Vacation.com Canada – joined hundreds of their U.S. counterparts in a full session of the 2017 Travel Leaders Network inaugural International conference in Orlando, Florida yesterday, reports Press Today's Ron Pradinuk who's attending the event. Emcee Steve Loucks introduced this year’s theme, Be A Leader, to an enthusiastic crowd. Loucks then proceeded to introduce a number of the industry leading sponsor companies to the audience, whose presentations demonstrated why they will continue to be leaders over the coming...
NCL Takes Delivery of Joy
Norwegian Cruise Line has taken delivery of Norwegian Joy, the brand’s 15th ship and the first custom-designed for the Chinese cruise market. At 167,725–gross-tons and accommodating 3,883 guests, Norwegian Joy is the second ship in the line’s Breakaway-Plus class and features amenities tailored to provide a “First Class at Sea” experience for Chinese guests. Following its delivery from MEYER WERFT in Germany., Norwegian Joy will begin a journey to China where it will be showcased through a grand inaugural port tour featuring one-day events at the ports of Singapore,...
Royal Caribbean Makes Inaugural Visit to Havana
It was a historic day for Royal Caribbean International earlier this week when the cruise line made its inaugural visit to Cuba as Empress of the Seas called in Havana as part of a five-night sailing from Miami. “We’re thrilled to be a part of Cuba’s future, ushering in Royal Caribbean’s next big adventure with Empress of the Seas’ first visit to Havana. Vacationers will now be able to experience a destination like no other, with authentic and immersive experiences that bring to life the vibrancy of Havana and its traditions,” said Michael Bayley, president and CEO, Royal...
Celebrity Takes Edge On The Road
In another industry first, Celebrity Cruises is bringing a new experience to lovers of cinema and travel across North America with a unique mobile cinema tour. The luxury line is taking the story of Celebrity Edge on a North America journey; the “Leading Edge Mobile Cinema” is making 48 stops over 12 weeks, including four stops in Canada. Attendees will be welcomed on a red carpet as they enter Celebrity’s custom-built, 91-seat high-definition mobile cinema for a 15-minute cinematic experience, including a 3-D animatic reveal of Celebrity's newest class of ships in nearly a...
NCL Adding Lifeguards to Fleet
Norwegian Cruise Line reports that it will begin employing certified lifeguards at all of the family pools across its fleet. The first responders will be trained and certified by the American Red Cross in lifesaving rescue measures and will monitor the family pools during scheduled pool hours. The lifeguards will begin service this summer on the line's four largest ships – Norwegian Escape, Norwegian Getaway, Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Epic – and on the remainder of the fleet by early 2018. “Norwegian has stationed pool monitors on our largest ships since 2015 and we...
Silversea Christens New Flagship
Silversea welcomed VIPs and other distinguished guests to Port Hercule in the heart of Monaco – including Prince Albert II of Monaco – last week for an intimate ceremony marking the christening of the latest addition to its fleet, Silver Muse. The historic celebration, hosted by Silversea chairman Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, was honoured with performances by the Sinfonietta Orchestra of Rome and renowned violinist Charlie Siem. Silver Muse, the ninth ship in the Silversea fleet, accommodates 596 passengers and offers an unrivalled selection of dining options, including three...
Take To The Track On Norwegian Joy
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is teaming up with with Scuderia Ferrari Watches as a part of the entertainment and activities on board Norwegian Joy, its soon to-be-unveiled 3,850 passenger vessel. Norwegian Joy will be Norwegian Cruise Line's first purpose-built ship for the Chinese market, designed to deliver on the promise that guests will enjoy 'First Class at Sea' experiences. The ship will home port in Shanghai and Tianjin, following a grand inaugural port tour leading up to a christening ceremony on June 27, led by her Godfather, 'King of Chinese Pop,' Wang Leehom. The ship...