Ritz-Carlton takes delivery of its second yacht Ilma plus plans for Asia
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has taken delivery of its second ship, the Ilma in a handover ceremony.
Utopia of the Seas sets new trend as the World’s Biggest Weekend
It’s the ship that’s been dubbed as the ‘World’s Biggest Weekend’ and Royal Caribbean has just christened its latest vessel, Utopia of the Seas.
Apollo acquires Uniworld River Cruises
After operating for more than 104 years, The Travel Corporation and its 40 brands including Uniworld has been sold by the Tollman family to Apollo Funds, a US-listed asset management firm for an undisclosed sum.
Should vaping outside smoking areas be allowed on cruise ships?
Some cruisers are calling for a relax in smoking restrictions that would allow for vaping in areas that aren't specially allocated smoking areas.
Dare to compare: Utopia of the Seas v Icon of the Seas
Royal Caribbean has been setting the standard for the world’s largest ships, with new ship Utopia of the Seas set to become the world’s second largest ship as it starts sailing this week.Â
“We saw our attendant twice”: cabin service cutbacks hitting hard
Since the horror effects of the pandemic, cruise lines have been forced to cut costs wherever possible so they can repay debts. Cabin service is an area where the cut backs have been felt most.
Barcelona baloney – Spain needs to call a halt to these Sangria Soakers
Spain, a land of tapas, flamenco and fiery temperament, this week found a new way to show its displeasure at the number of people on the streets of Barcelona. Angry citizens with luminous water pistols sprayed diners on the streets, using Sangria Super Soakers as a sign of their displeasure.
How a workplace kidnapping turned into a sunset cruise proposal
Matt and Deb are now a married of couple of fanatic cruisers, so fanatic that they have a Youtube channel and website devoted to documenting their adventures. However, it wasn't always that way.
How Disney Cruise Line is taking over the world
n a bold move, Disney Cruise Lines announced overnight their plans to launch a new year-round ship to be based in Japan.
Whale sharks, Komodo dragons and Crocs – watch in style with Paspaley Pearl by Ponant
Whale sharks, Komodo dragons and crocodiles – which you can see from the luxurious Paspaley Pearl by Ponant.
“They’re not trying’ – passengers call for a search to discover new Aussie destinations
Hundreds of cruisers stated that they also hope for a bigger variety and diversity of cruise itineraries out of Australia.
Barcelona protesters spray tourists with water pistols
Angry Catalan residents sprayed tourists with water as part of a protest against over tourism in the city of Barcelona.
All About The Bass as Meghan Trainor is appointed godmother to Utopia of the Seas
The countdown is on - American singer Meghan Trainor who has been named godmother to Royal Caribbean International’s new Utopia of the Seas.
Top destinations Santorini and Mykonos in summit to halt crowds
The cruise industry has begun discussions with local authorities in Greece after the PM talks about restrictions.
Farewell to Pacific Explorer – her last departure so sadly unmarked
When Pacific Explorer left Sydney fior the last time, it went unremarked despite her history in bringing back cruise to Australia
Calls to extend cruise exemption as Government fails to answer
A bold bid has been put forward to extend the Coastal Trading Act which allows international cruise ships to call at Australian ports to help expand the local cruise industry.
