Cruise
Ponant’s new six-stateroom catamaran sets sail this summer
Ponant has welcomed the 24-meter Spirit of Ponant, a six-stateroom catamaran that will set sail in Corsica in July 2024 before heading to the Seychelles for winter 2024. The intimate vessel will be available as a private charter for week-long voyages as well as on a per-cabin basis on select itineraries — a rarity for sailing yachts of this scale. Rates start at $8,250 (€7,500) per person based on double occupancy for a single cabin booking in Corsica. The Spirit of Ponant will sleep up to 12 guests and four crew and will offer all the refinements and personalized service that...
NCLH reveals 10-year fleet expansion plans & new pier in Bahamas
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. has shared details of its bold expansion plans. Starting in 2026, the cruise line will welcome eight state-of-the-art vessels, representing nearly 25,000 additional berths, with new classes of ships for each of its three brands. NCL will also construct a multi-ship pier at Great Stirrup Cay, the Company’s private island destination in the Bahamas and its top-rated Caribbean port of call. This unprecedented decade-long strategy enhances its product offering, guest experiences, and operational infrastructure, supporting the Company’s sustained...
Atlas appoints Isabel Galvan as VP, business development
Atlas Ocean Voyages has appointed cruise veteran Isabel Galvan as vice-president of business development, effective immediately. In her new role, Galvan, who brings more than 20 years of experience, will drive business growth through strategic business development initiatives. She will work closely with Atlas president and CEO James A. Rodriguez to elevate Atlas Ocean Voyages into the luxury expedition space. “Isabel’s extensive expertise spans relationship cultivation, business development for key commercial accounts, and partnership nurturing with consumer trade brands,” said...
MSC Cruises brings pop-up bar program to select ships
MSC Cruises has unveiled a new beverage program: ‘World’s Greatest Bars’ which brings some of the most acclaimed ashore bars to MSC Cruises ships. The program sees world-famous bars open as pop-ups for six months on board select MSC Cruises’ ships. Maestros from each partnering bar have personally and comprehensively trained the skilled onboard bar teams, passing on the secrets of the flavour combinations and techniques to prepare the cocktails that have made them so famous. About the bar program The program includes bars Paradiso and Sips from Barcelona, Spain, allowing...
MSC World America will have 7 exciting districts for guests
MSC Cruises' new flagship, MSC World America (coming April 2025) will feature seven distinct districts each bringing together a range of tailored experiences. Combining bars, restaurants, entertainment and leisure facilities, each district will meet the needs, moods and desires of travellers throughout their time on board. During her inaugural season, MSC World America will sail from Miami with seven-night itineraries to some of the most sought-after destinations in the Eastern and Western Caribbean, with stops at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve – MSC Cruises’ unique private...
Virgin Voyages hosting live webcast April 10
Have you ever wanted to stay in a boutique hotel with all-inclusive options, group fitness classes, immersive entertainment and even a tattoo parlour – all at sea? Virgin Voyages offers the opportunity to do just that and more, exclusively for adults who are young at heart. Designed for foodies, adventurers, wellness enthusiasts, and anyone seeking Always Included Luxury, Virgin’s ships offer everything from secret speakeasies to spin studios. Sign up for the live webcast To discover how Virgin Voyages drives profits for travel advisors (or First Mates, as they are...
Paul Gauguin releases 2025 Voyages Brochure
Paul Gauguin has released its 2025 Voyages Brochure offering an immersive look at the all-inclusive journeys offered aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin. New among the nine itineraries in 2025 is a 10-night More Tuamotus & Society Islands route distinguished by the line’s first-ever overnight stay in Fakarava, Tuamotu Archipelago, a UNESCO Marine Biosphere Reserve, and a Boutique Crossing Collection featuring a trio of one-of-a-kind voyages exploring Indonesia, Melanesia, and Australia ranging from 14 to 20 nights. Other destination highlights include two 7-night itineraries exploring...
Carnival is getting its fifth Excel-class ship in 2028
Carnival has signed an agreement with Meyer Werft shipyard for a fifth Excel-class cruise ship for its namesake Carnival Cruise Line brand, with the delivery set for 2028. In mid-February Carnival Corporation had announced the first newbuild order placed in five years with news that a fourth Excel-class ship would join the Carnival Cruise Line fleet in Spring 2027. This announcement confirms an eleventh Excel-class ship for the corporation's fleet across four of its world-class brands, and the fifth to be sailed by Carnival Cruise Line. "Carnival's Excel-class fleet will soon be a...