Two-thirds of MSC Cruises’ ships are now equipped with SpaceX’s Starlink onboard connectivity. The cruise line said that the fleet rollout programme will be completed by May 2024 and guests can enjoy faster internet speeds, improved wi-fi in cabins and public spaces and reduced latency levels. The rollout also means
Holland America Line is extending its current ‘Time of your Life’ campaign, which offers a free stateroom upgrade, savings of up to 30% and reduced prices for children. Due to popular demand, the campaign – originally due to end on February 29, 2024 – will now run until March 14,
Silversea celebrated the float out of its second Nova-class ship, Silver Ray, at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany, on February 25. The float-out marks a significant milestone in a ship’s construction, representing the project’s advancement into its final stages. The ship is now nearing completion, approximately 15 months
Riviera Travel has expanded its 2025 European river cruise programme with a series of combination itineraries and three new solo-dedicated voyages, beginning in December 2024. There are five new combination cruises, with a total of 15 departures, giving guests the opportunity to merge two back-to-back itineraries. They comprise: The Majestic
Specialist cruise media brand Sailawaze has unveiled a new awards ceremony in partnership with Metro to celebrate the best of the cruise industry. The Sailawaze Excellence Awards is open to all cruise lines across ocean, river and expedition sectors, as well as ports. It will shine a spotlight on the
Carnival Cruise Line celebrated the naming of its new flagship Carnival Jubilee on Saturday (February 24, 2024), with global music superstar Gwen Stefani honoured as the ship’s godmother. The event marked the first cruise ship christening to take place in the port of Galveston, Texas. Carnival Cruise Line President, Christine
