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Oceania Cruises spotlights 2025 Europe itineraries
Oceania Cruises is spotlighting an array of new 2025 Europe sailings, ranging from six to 34 days, to whisk guests to the most breathtaking destinations across the continent. The ultra-premium line's elegant boutique ships will set sail on a series of voyages taking in idyllic islands, dramatic fjords, well-loved European resort towns, and bustling cities, putting immersion in local communities and culinary excellence at the heart of each guest's travel experience. Guests wanting a true gourmet European adventure will love sailing aboard Oceania Cruises' newest ships, Vista,...
Seabourn announces additional 2026 Antarctica sailing
Seabourn has announced an additional departure of its popular Antarctica expedition voyages on its ultra-luxury purpose-built ship, Seabourn Venture. Due to popular demand for its Antarctica expedition voyages, Seabourn has added an 11-day voyage departing March 10-21, 2026. "Exploring Antarctica in March offers a unique opportunity to witness the stunning landscapes as they transition into winter. This period is ideal for observing peak whale activity, with potential sightings of humpback whales and orcas, along with gentoo penguins and Antarctic fur seals,” said Robin West,...
Swan Hellenic partners with Approach Guides
Cultural expedition cruise pioneer Swan Hellenic has partnered with Approach Guides to support travel advisors with an innovative trade marketing solution. “Swan Hellenic leads in culture-rich expedition cruising and now we have a solution that powerfully assists our valued travel advisor partners to tell our compelling story,” said Joe Maloney, Swan Hellenic vice president of sales, North America. “Time-strapped advisors can now market and sell our world-class itineraries in seconds, delighting guests with inspiring personalization to earn more with less effort.” About the...
Exploring Greenland aboard National Geographic Resolution
Baxter Media's Mitchell McClung was on board National Geographic Resolution for Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic’s recent Travel Advisory Board Fam trip of Western Greenland. Lindblad Expeditions first pioneered private citizen expeditions to Antarctica in 1966, followed by its first private group to the Galapagos in 1967. As a leader in expedition cruising, Lindblad is now turning to its Travel Advisory Board to address the needs and concerns of the travel trade. Lindblad launched National Geographic Resolution in 2021, joining its sister ship, Endurance, to explore...
PHOTOS: Royal Caribbean’s $100M upgraded Allure of the Seas
Vacationers can mark their calendars for a new way to adventure in Europe when Royal Caribbean International debuts a newly amplified Allure of the Seas in April 2025. The gamechanger is set for a more than $100 million encore of epic proportions that will combine bold experiences and must-see destinations to create Europe’s vacation of the summer, from more than 35 ways to dine and drink to new thrills and ways to chill in and by the water, to adventures in Provence (Marseille), France; Florence/Pisa (La Spezia) and Rome, Italy; Palma de Mallorca, Spain, and...
Le Boat extends cruising season on Trent-Severn Waterway
Le Boat has extended its cruising season on the Trent-Severn Waterway, providing travellers with an opportunity to experience a short break cruise and witness the breathtaking fall colours of Ontario’s picturesque waterway. The extended season will run on the Trent-Severn until October 31, 2024, allowing guests to savor the unique beauty of autumn while cruising through one of Canada's most renowned national historic sites. "Fall is an incredibly special time to explore the Trent-Severn Waterway," said Lisa McLean, North American marketing manager and head of Canada at Le Boat. "We are...
Windstar’s 2026 Europe season includes 15 new itineraries
Windstar Cruises has unveiled its 2026 European Voyages, with more new ports and itineraries than the line has ever debuted in a single season. There are 15 brand-new itineraries, 34 first-time ports, a litany of new Star Collector sailings (which combine several itineraries into one epic/longer adventure), and a first-ever Windstar Solar Eclipse. The August 12, 2026, Around Iceland: A Total Solar Eclipse will place Windstar guests in the path of totality. A new 81-day Star Collector, 2026 Grand Europe Adventure, begins in Helsinki, Finland on July 14, 2026, and visits 20...
HAL’s 2026 Europe trips let guests choose their own adventure
Holland America Line opened its 2026 Europe season for booking with four ships taking guests on Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Canary Island and transatlantic cruises ranging from seven to 42 days. The carefully crafted itineraries grant travellers a wide array of options and new ports to choose from when booking their European holiday. Oosterdam will play host to those traversing the Mediterranean. Guests seeking a shorter vacation can choose between seven- to-14-day itineraries departing from five homeports: Lisbon, Portugal; Piraeus (Athens), Greece; Barcelona, Spain;...