Aroya Visits Sharm El Sheikh Port for the First Time
The Aroya made its inaugural visit to Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt on December 31, 2024. The ship’s maiden visit was commemorated with a traditional plaque exchange ceremony attended by senior representatives from Aroya Cruises, including President Dr. Jorg Rudolph and Captain Roland Polic. Local dignitaries and Sharm El Sheikh Port officials, such as Major... Source link
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Introduces New Year Promotion
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled its “Upgrade Your Horizon” offer, featuring a free two-category suite upgrade up to a Penthouse Suite and 50 percent reduced deposits on select voyages. Guests booking a Concierge Suite receive a one-night pre-cruise hotel stay, while those in a Penthouse Suite enjoy personalized butler service. The offer also includes... Source link
Cruise Industry Trends for 2025 and Beyond – Cruise Industry News
As the new year begins, Cruise Industry News looks at the trends for the global industry in 2025 and beyond.Focus on Bottom LineCarnival Corporation is coming off a record financial performance in 2024 and has big expectations for 2025.The same can be said for the other two major cruise companies that are public, Royal Caribbean Group and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings.Full ships, a strong value proposition and focusing on the North American consumer is said to be driving the financial performance.New Brands Joining the Industry New brands continue to join the growing industry. Aroya Cruises started up for[...]
Funchal: 11 Cruise Ships for New Year’s Eve Celebration – Cruise Industry News
Funchal will have 11 ships in port to ring in 2025 as guests will have the best seat in the house to the port city’s fireworks display.The lineup includes ships from nine different companies: AIDA Cruises, Cunard Line, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, Marella Cruises, Phoenix Reisen, P&O Cruises, Saga Cruises and TUI Cruises.Set to watch the local fireworks display at midnight on Jan. 1, 2025, the vessels started to arrive at the Portuguese town on Madeira Island on Dec. 30, 2024.Over 18,500 guests are expected to visit Funchal as part of the celebrations, in addition to[...]
Costa Smeralda Marks Five Years in Service – Cruise Industry News
The Costa Smeralda recently completed five years of service for Costa Cruises after being delivered by the Meyer Turku shipyard on Dec. 5, 2019.As the company’s first LNG-powered ship, the vessel repositioned to Southern Europe before entering service two weeks later.Following its departure from Finland, the Costa Smeralda sailed for the ports of Barcelona and Marseille for inaugural events.The 5,224-guest vessel then kicked off its maiden season at the Italian port of Savona on December 21, 2019.During its inaugural season, the ship offered a series of seven-night cruises to the Western Mediterranean that sailed to Spain, France and[...]
Eastern Cruise Launches Service in South Korea – Cruise Industry News
Eastern Cruise launched service in South Korea in December, having successfully completing its maiden voyage onboard the Eastern Venus.According to a press release, the inaugural sailing departed from Busan on Dec. 24 and included visits to Sasebo and Kagoshima in Japan.Sailing over the Christmas holiday, the cruise included themed activities such as carol performances, special shows and movie screenings.Other themed events included DJ parties, encounters with Santa Claus, photo opportunities and a gala dinner.The Eastern Venus was also prepared for the sailing with a festive atmosphere that included ornaments and a large Christmas tree.According to Eastern Cruise, the[...]
The Aroya made its inaugural visit to Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt on December 31,[...]
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled its “Upgrade Your Horizon” offer, featuring a free two-category[...]
As the new year begins, Cruise Industry News looks at the trends for the global[...]
Funchal will have 11 ships in port to ring in 2025 as guests will have[...]
The Costa Smeralda recently completed five years of service for Costa Cruises after being delivered[...]
Eastern Cruise launched service in South Korea in December, having successfully completing its maiden voyage[...]