PONANT has officially named its latest vessel from its explorer series. Le Jacques-Cartier received a traditional blessing ceremony in Nice, France on 28 October during a port of call. The ceremony was attended by the ship’s godmother, Franka Holtmann, General Manager of Hôtel Le Meurice and a member of PONANT’S
P&O Cruises has revealed details on Arvia’s upcoming naming ceremony. The cruise line will officially name its newest ship in a beachside ceremony in Barbados on Thursday, March 16, 2023. The event, which will include some of Britain’s most contemporary, popular performers and presenters, will be broadcast live online to
Online agent, Cruise.co.uk is positive that cruises in 2023 will continue to “buck the trend” when it comes to ongoing increases in holiday costs. It said in a statement that the cruise industry will remain at the same price as an equivalent sailing a decade ago, a leading cruise specialist
Princess Cruises has enhanced its all-inclusive premium add-on packages. The cruise line is offering new premium indulgences and premium health and wellness offerings to its Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages. Rolling out on sailings after February 20 is a series of Princess Premium desserts. These confections come overflowing with gelato,
Oceania Cruises has announced a brand-new immersive Grand Voyage itinerary for 2023. Now on sale, the Mediterranean Connection sailing on Marina will embark on a 33-day journey from Venice to Barcelona. Departing on October 11, 2023, this Grand Voyage will call on 28 ports, not repeating one throughout the journey,
Royal Caribbean International has announced that it has recorded its single largest booking day in its 53-year history. The cruise line said in a statement that the strong demand comes as Icon of the Seas opened for bookings ahead of its January 2024 debut. Dubbed the ultimate family vacation, the
