Port of New Orleans Expects Record Cruise Season
The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) is projected to reach a record 1.3 million passenger movements by the end of the year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, according to a press release. Port NOLA is experiencing strong demand for both oceangoing and river vessels, with the cruise business contributing over 15 percent to Port NOLA and... Source link
Mitsui Ocean Cruises Announces Partnership with Chef Kiyomi Mikuni – Cruise Industry News
Mitsui Ocean Cruises today announced an exclusive partnership with internationally acclaimed chef Kiyomi Mikuni.According to a press release, the award-winning chef is a prominent name in Japanese-French fusion cuisine and will bring his culinary experiences to a cruise ship for the first time.The collaboration will debut onboard the new Mitsui Ocean Fuji, which is scheduled to enter service for the company on Dec. 1, 2024.Adding the first ship to its fleet, Mitsui Ocean Cruises was launched earlier this year by MOL Cruises, which operates the Nippon Maru.According to the company, the new brand will combine MOL’s culinary experiences[...]
Azamara Reveals First Travel Advisor-Curated Cruise Itinerary – Cruise Industry News
Azamara Cruises today announced the release of its fully customized itinerary designed by travel advisor Erica Lane.According to the company, Lane won the 2023 “Chart Your Own Course” sweepstakes, designing an exclusive 11-day trip to the French Riviera.The journey promises a rich blend of culture, beauty and luxury, Azamara said, reflecting the winner’s dream of experiencing the best of Southern France’s coast.Named The Mysteries & Lore, the itinerary is scheduled to sail in the summer of 2026, beginning in Civitavecchia, the port for Italy’s capital city Rome.The special cruise also includes a visit to Bonifacio in Corsica before[...]
Viking Orders Two More Cruise Ships, Adds More Options
Fincantieri announced that it has signed contracts with Viking for the construction of two new cruise ships, based on the the previous vessels for Viking, which Fincantieri has already built. Both ships will be delivered in 2030. The ships will be 54,300 tons with capacity for 998 guests. In addition, Fincantieri and Viking have also... Source link
Mitsui Ocean Cruises Reveals Onboard Entertainment Lineup – Cruise Industry News
Mitsui Ocean Cruises today unveiled the entertainment lineup for its newest cruise ship, the Mitsui Ocean Fuji.According to a press release, the program includes music, theater, comedy, dance, games and enrichment.The lineup brings together Funatabi, which the company describes as beautiful encounters with Japan, with contemporary-style performances to bring an array of engaging activities.“The new and lively entertainment program of Mitsui Ocean Fuji was designed to uplift our guests with happiness, fun and cultural enrichment filling the ship’s welcoming spaces with music, artistry, and inspiring performances,” said Keiichiro Kawano, Hotel General Manager of the ship.“We’ve combined classic Japanese[...]
Norwegian Cruise Line: New Experiences Aboard Aqua and Luna – Cruise Industry News
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) unveiled details about the new onboard experiences and expanded venues to be available aboard the Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna, the first two vessels in the Prima Plus Class set to launch in April 2025 and 2026, respectively.“We provide our guests with more to do with a variety of fun, exciting and elevated experiences for every type of traveler,” said David J. Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line. “The two sister ships will introduce a brand-new venue to the fleet, the Aqua and Luna Game Zone, along with thoughtfully redesigned spaces and bringing back[...]
The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) is projected to reach a record 1.3 million[...]
Mitsui Ocean Cruises today announced an exclusive partnership with internationally acclaimed chef Kiyomi Mikuni.According to[...]
Azamara Cruises today announced the release of its fully customized itinerary designed by travel advisor[...]
Fincantieri announced that it has signed contracts with Viking for the construction of two new[...]
Mitsui Ocean Cruises today unveiled the entertainment lineup for its newest cruise ship, the Mitsui[...]
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) unveiled details about the new onboard experiences and expanded venues to[...]