Windstar Expands Presence in the South Pacific – Cruise Industry News
Windstar Cruises has announced an expansion of itineraries for the line in the South Pacific, where the company operates year-round.Beginning in 2026, Windstar will offer new experiences visiting Fiji, Tonga and the Cook Islands, in addition to existing sailings in Tahiti and the Society Islands, the Tuamotus, and the Marquesas. New shorter itinerary options like the 7sevennight Tuamotus cruise and 11-night Marquesas cruise, the company announced.Additional air and hotel packages with overwater bungalows in Bora Bora will allow guests to extend their stay in these iconic islands.The 312-passenger, all-suite Star Breeze sails in the South Pacific year-round, now[...]
Rouen to Host Major Cruise Calls in September 2024; Prepares for Busy 2025
September 2024, Rouen, the historic capital of Normandy, will host a series of cruise calls. From September 26 to 28, the Azamara Onward, Crystal Symphony and Hanseatic Nature will dock on the Seine River, offering guests an extended stay to explore Rouen’s offerings, according to a statement. The Azamara Onward’s maiden call on September 4,... Source link
Norwegian Luna Revealed, Sailing from Miami in 2026 – Cruise Industry News
Norwegian Cruise Line today unveiled and opened for sale the next evolution of its Prima Plus Class, the all-new Norwegian Luna, according to a press release.The new ship will sail from Miami beginning April 4, 2026 through November 2026. The Norwegian Luna will kick off its inaugural Caribbean season with two western itineraries to Roatan Island, Honduras; Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico; and Harvest Caye, Belize.The ship will then sail seven-day cruises with calls to the beautiful Eastern Caribbean destinations of Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; Tortola, British Virgin Islands; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; and Great Stirrup Cay,[...]
HX Launches 2026-27 Season, Celebrates 130 Years of Exploration – Cruise Industry News
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) has announced its 2026-27 season, marking its 130th year of exploration and introducing new itineraries in Antarctica, Alaska, Greenland, Norway and the Galápagos, according to a press release.“These are the best destinations done better than ever,” said Alex McNeil, chief expedition officer (CXO). “We’re building on over a century of maritime expertise by enhancing local partnerships and community-focused experiences, ensuring a lasting, positive impact wherever we go.”A highlight of the season, the Solar Eclipse Expedition, sailing on August 12, 2026, will take travelers to Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland to witness a rare total solar eclipse[...]
Holland America Unveils Enhanced Stateroom Decor Packages
Holland America Line is introducing enhanced stateroom décor packages for birthdays and anniversaries, available fleetwide by December 2024, according to a press release.. Guests can pre-purchase the décor packages and have them set up in their stateroom on embarkation day. Each package features decorations and exclusive keepsakes. Standard packages are priced at $54.95, and deluxe... Source link
Is a Thermal Spa Pass Worth it on a Cruise Ship?
Sharing is caring! If you’re planning a cruise vacation, you may wonder whether a thermal spa pass is worth the price. Although a spa pass comes at an additional cost, this popular cruise add-on certainly has benefits. Whether you’re a new or experienced cruiser, it’s worth understanding the benefits of a thermal spa pass before you decide whether or not to book it on your next cruise. On a recent cruise onboard Norwegian Joy, I tried out the thermal spa pass for the first time. In this post, I share what you can expect when you purchase a[...]
Windstar Cruises has announced an expansion of itineraries for the line in the South Pacific,[...]
September 2024, Rouen, the historic capital of Normandy, will host a series of cruise calls.[...]
Norwegian Cruise Line today unveiled and opened for sale the next evolution of its Prima[...]
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) has announced its 2026-27 season, marking its 130th year of exploration and[...]
Holland America Line is introducing enhanced stateroom décor packages for birthdays and anniversaries, available fleetwide[...]
Sharing is caring! If you’re planning a cruise vacation, you may wonder whether a thermal[...]