Grand Celebration, Rhodes 2012. Credit: PD Photo
The cruising industry found some pioneering cruise ships reduced to scrap in 2021. As the industry scrambled to manage the COVID-19 surge, some classic ships ended up being beached and faced the dismantling process. Continue reading
Deck of a Cruise Ship, Credit: Maxpixel
Cruising that embraces everyone, including individuals with a disability or limited mobility has its own beauty. Travelling for cruisers with reduced mobility can be stressful and challenging. However, many ships offer great options with accessible cabins and facilities. Continue reading
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings’ Cruise ship Marina. Credit: Pjotr Mahhonin/CC BY-SA 3.0
After reporting third-quarter earnings, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH.N) recently forecasted its return to profitability in the second half of 2022. With the U.S. travel and tourism industry attempting to return back from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, this is welcome news for cruise operators. Continue reading
Cruise ship in Santorini Island, Greece. Credit: Pxfuel
Cruise itineraries have been recently re-established between Greece and Turkey. Cruisers can look out for cruising between Greek and Turkey with this new development, which comes after the Greek Government lifted restrictions on ships calling at the Turkish ports of Galatport Istanbul and Kusadasi. The restrictions were earlier imposed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Continue reading
Sailing in Thailand. Credit: Pixabay
Cruisers love their leisure time, where they can unwind, rest, and rejuvenate. A great way to experience all of this is to buy a yacht and go sightseeing to some of the best places around the world. Here are some top destinations for you. Continue reading
The world’s tropical oceans can influence weather patterns both at local and global scales. Typical examples are El Niño, La Niña, typhoons, hurricanes, and marine heatwaves like the “Blob”. But, scientists strongly believe several critical elements of the tropical climate remain undiscovered. Continue reading
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P&O Cruises Australia declared that they would pause cruise operations until mid-December. The executives attributed the extension to the ongoing uncertainty globally due to the COVID19 pandemic. Continue reading
How about taking part in an adventure aboard a Modern cargo French sailboat, where you can have great wines from notable winemakers? Recently, an innovative vessel, Grain de Sail stocked with French goods, including organic wines, coffees, and chocolates, arrived in Brooklyn for a short stay. When the boat docked in New York City, visitors enjoyed visiting the sailboat for a free tour and tasting. Continue reading
Innovative ship Manta goes beyond the green ships of today. Manta is a giant, plastic-eating, sea-cleaning catamaran that collects trash on an industrial scale and powered by renewable energy. Continue reading
Seven Seas Explorer. Credit: Flickr / Rab Lawrence / CC BY 2.0
Ultra-luxury ocean cruise line Regent Seven Seas Cruises® has unveiled 13 exciting Spotlight Voyages sailing in 2021 and 2022. The one-of-a-kind voyage has been curated to offer enrichment experiences to patrons both onboard and shoreside. Continue reading