Author Archive: Jaye Johns
Holland America Line Resumes Full Service
The entire Holland America Line fleet has returned to the waters for the first time since April 2020. Yesterday, Westerdam welcomed guests at the Port of Seattle for the first of a series of 7-day ‘Alaska Explorer’ sailings. The week-long … Read more…
Le Bellot Cruise Review
I have just returned from a short trip from London to Honfleur aboard Ponant Cruises’ newest Explorer ship, Le Bellot. Despite being relatively well-travelled and having sailed with many famous luxury cruise lines in the past, this was my first … Read more…
Silversea Returns to Australia
Silversea has welcomed guests back to Australia with a 10-night voyage from Darwin to Broome aboard Silver Explorer. Australia has opened its waters to small cruise ships with less than 350 passengers for the first time since 17 April 2020. … Read more…
Explora Journeys Celebrates Key Milestone
Explora Journeys is one step closer to delivering an ocean state of mind. Up-and-coming luxury cruise operator Explora Journeys has floated out its first ship, Explora I, at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy. The float out is a key … Read more…
5 Best Cruise Lines for LGBTQ+ Travellers
Today marks the beginning of Pride Month. First and foremost, Pride is an opportunity to raise awareness and join the fight against homophobia and transphobia. However, it is also an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of the LGBTQ+ community. LGBT … Read more…
Why cruising is good for your mental health
Today marks the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Week. Mental Health Awareness Week is an opportunity for the whole of the UK to focus on achieving good mental health. According to Mind, a mental health charity based in England and … Read more…
Ponant to build new carbon-neutral sailing ship
French-flag cruise operator, Ponant Cruises, has announced plans to build a new carbon-neutral sailing ship. The vessel is currently in the concept and design phase, however, the line’s CEO, Harvé Gastinel, and Director of New Builds, Mathieu Petiteau, have shared … Read more…
Celebrity Beyond Cruise Review
Celebrity Cruises’ new ship, Celebrity Beyond, arrived in Southampton on Friday ahead of her inaugural voyage on 27 April. Along with my fellow Voyage Consultant, Louisa, I was lucky enough to be invited onboard for a two-night stay, giving me … Read more…
Celebrity Cruises Winter 2022/23 Itineraries
Celebrity Cruises has announced new winter 2022/23 itineraries for two of its most popular ships: Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Millenium. Guests who choose to secure a suite or stateroom on the new sailings can look forward to a holiday brimming … Read more…
5 Reasons To Cruise To Venice
Venice, regionally known as Venezia, is a city synonymous with romance and steeped in history and culture. From its winding canals, intricate bridges and grand architecture, Venice is one of Italy’s most picturesque cities and a popular destination for travellers. … Read more…
