Author Archive: Jaye Johns
Viking Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Viking has dominated the cruise industry, offering river, ocean and now expedition cruises, and on Friday, the line celebrated its 25th anniversary. The special occasion comes weeks after the line secured the number-one River Line and Ocean Line accolades at … Read more…
Ponant to re-launch Le Ponant
Ponant Cruises is set to re-launch its iconic three-masted sailing ship Le Ponant. The 289-foot vessel has spent the last six months at the San Giorgio del Porto shipyard in Genoa. She has been completely re-fitted, featuring new accommodation, dining … Read more…
Seabourn Venture Begins Inaugural Season
Today is a big day for Seabourn Cruises as Seabourn Venture has set sail on its inaugural voyage after a 12-month delay. Seabourn Venture – Seabourn’s first purpose-built expedition ship – was initially set for delivery in July 2021. She … Read more…
4 Famous Cruise Traditions
There’s no doubt about it, the cruise industry is one of the most fascinating there is. A brief timeline Prior to the twentieth century, cruise ships were simply a mode of transportation. It wasn’t until 1900 that Hamburg America Line … Read more…
Silversea Acquires Crystal Endeavour
Silversea Cruises has expanded its 11-ship fleet with the $275 million purchase of Crystal Endeavour. Crystal Endeavor – to be renamed Silver Endeavour and re-launching in November this year – will become Silversea’s fifth expedition ship. President and CEO Roberto … Read more…
Regent Lays Seven Seas Grandeur Keel
Regent Seven Seas has laid the building blocks for its sixth vessel – the highly anticipated Seven Seas Grandeur. The keel for Seven Seas Grandeur was laid on Tuesday at the Fincantieri shipyard in Trieste, Italy. President and CEO Jason … Read more…
SeaDream Announces New 2024 Caribbean Programme
SeaDream Yacht Club has announced a new Caribbean programme, launching in early November 2024. The new voyages will call at 28 islands, with departures from Antigua, Barbados, San Juan, St. Martin and St. Thomas. The line will extend its offerings … Read more…
5 Picture-Perfect Picnic Spots
It’s almost July, otherwise known as National Picnic Month (yes, that’s a thing). Picnicking is one of the UK’s most enjoyable summer traditions. But why restrict ourselves to the UK? Green grass, good weather and good food might seem like … Read more…
5 Family-Friendly Cruise Lines
This week, we’re looking at the world’s most family-friendly cruise lines, each offering something for everyone to enjoy. A common misconception is that cruising is a holiday pursuit only suitable for older generations. Indeed, prior to the 1980s, family-friendly cruises … Read more…
Regent 2025 World Cruise Sells Out
For the fourth year running, Regent Seven Seas Cruises‘ World Cruise has sold out in record time. The 150-night long voyage, the longest in the line’s history, sold out before bookings opened on 15 June, with fares starting at £69,389 … Read more…
