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Norway’s Ålesund Port Moves Forward with Shore Power Integration for Cruise Ships

By |May 4th, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

In its inaugural full year offering onshore power supply (OPS), the Port of Ålesund (Norway) reported that 60% of cruise ships utilized the facility, with expectations to increase this figure to 70% in the current year. The OPS system, operational since 2022, allows two large cruise vessels to connect simultaneously, delivering a combined capacity of 32 megavolt-amperes (MVA).The shore power infrastructure was developed through a 50/50 joint venture between the Port of Ålesund and Plug Ålesund AS, with approximately 20% of the EUR 12 million investment subsidized by the Norwegian government. The system adheres to international standards for[...]

Cunard’s Queen Anne Concludes Its Inaugural World Cruise

By |May 4th, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Cunard’s Queen Anne recently returned to the port of Southampton to conclude its first ever world voyage.After entering service for the company in May 2024, the ship set sail on its maiden world voyage on Jan. 9, 2025.The 107-night cruise sailed from Cunard’s homeport in Southampton and included visits to 30 ports across 18 countries.Highlights included Miami, San Francisco, Honolulu, Auckland, Cartagena de Indias and Hong Kong.The itinerary also featured multi-day and overnight calls in key ports, such as New York City, Sydney and Singapore.Other highlights of the world cruise included the ship’s first crossing of the International[...]

Riviera Travel Unveils Grand Tour Itineraries for 2026

By |May 3rd, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Riviera Travel has expanded its Grand Tour collection with three new itineraries for 2026. The tours combine the company’s river cruises with extended land-based travel, adding an extra week of guided exploration. Each itinerary includes centrally located hotel stays, guided excursions and transfers between cruise and land segments by plane, bus, or train.  “For more... Why Book Your Cruise with Lask Travel Advisors? We don’t just plan vacations—we curate experiences. As CLIA-certified cruise specialists and seasoned travelers, we help clients find the perfect itinerary, cabin, and excursions to match their style. Want the best private snorkeling guide in[...]

Author and Photographer to Lead Inaugural All-Women Voyage to Antarctica

By |May 3rd, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Aurora Expeditions announced that international bestselling author and travel photographer Lola Akinmade Åkerström will host the first-ever Women’s Only Antarctic Voyage, the Antarctic Direct: Fly the Drake Fly/Fly Expedition. Pricing starts at $24,995 per person. Departing on February 23, 2027 aboard the Sylvia Earle, the expedition offers the opportunity to experience wildlife and landscapes, from... Why Book Your Cruise with Lask Travel Advisors? We don’t just plan vacations—we curate experiences. As CLIA-certified cruise specialists and seasoned travelers, we help clients find the perfect itinerary, cabin, and excursions to match their style. Want the best private snorkeling guide in[...]

Star Clippers Provides Discounts on Children’s Fares for Certain Winter Voyages

By |May 3rd, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Star Clippers is offering a 50 percent discount on fares for children 17 and under on select Caribbean, Costa Rica and Panama itineraries during the 2025-26 winter season.  The promotion applies to new bookings made through May 31, 2025, and is subject to availability. Onboard, guests can participate in activities that range from sail handling... Why Book Your Cruise with Lask Travel Advisors? We don’t just plan vacations—we curate experiences. As CLIA-certified cruise specialists and seasoned travelers, we help clients find the perfect itinerary, cabin, and excursions to match their style. Want the best private snorkeling guide in[...]

Norwegian’s Pride of America Set to Unveil Enhancements

By |May 2nd, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

The Pride of America will see a number of upgrades during its upcoming drydock, Norwegian Cruise Line said in a press release.According to the company, the ship will undergo enhancements during a shipyard stay on the West Coast scheduled for May 3 to May 31, 2025.Upgrades include the addition of a new Starbucks location within The Capitol Atrium on Deck 5, as well as more accommodation choices.The vessel will also offer pickleball within the existing sports court, in addition to new youth clubs.According to Norwegian, the Pride of America will offer more for guests to do onboard, as[...]

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