News

Costa amends Mediterranean programme in wake of Costa Concordia crisis

26 January 2012

As a result of the Costa Concordia accident, Costa Cruises has changed the planned itineraries of Costa neoRomantica and Costa Magica to continue offering one of its most popular seven-night itineraries. More...
Michelin-star chef Paul Rankin replaces Worrall-Thompson on MSC cruise

25 January 2012

Antony Worrall Thompson will no longer be performing a series of culinary demonstrations on board MSC Splendida next month. More...
Oceania and Regent to hold day-of-departure muster drills on all cruises

24 January 2012

Muster drills will in future take place on the day of departure of all Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas voyges, with immedaiate effect. More...
Costa marketing chief defends line against “unfounded” allegations

23 January 2012

Costs Cruises is offering guests who are having second thoughts about already booked cruises in the wake of the Costa Concodia catastrophohe the opportunity to cancel without penalty. More...
Crystal Cruises’ fast-track check-in takes stress out of embarkation

23 January 2012

Crystal Cruises, known for its ultra-hands-on service, has announced a first-of-its kind check-in process that will ease embarkation procedures for all guests. More...
Queen awards Hebridean Princess her Royal Warrant

21 January 2012

Hebridean Princess, much loved by the Queen, has been awarded the Royal Warrant. More...
Veendam boosts Holland America’s presence in Canada and New England in 2012

20 January 2012

Holland America Line is offering 27 cruises on three ships - ms Maasdam, Eurodam and Veendam - in 2012 on Canada and New England itineraries renowned for their historic seaports, stunning scenery and culinary delights. More...
Another ‘Best Cruise’ award for Hebridean Princess

20 January 2012

Hebridean Island Cruises has been named ‘Best Cruise’ by long-establish luxury review, Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report. More...
Carnival launching full safety review of its nine cruise lines

20 January 2012

Following the tragic Costa Concordia accident, Carnival Corporation, parent company of Costa Cruises and nine leading cruise lines around the world, is to launch a comprehensive review of all safety and emergency response procedures across all of its operation. More...
Big changes from Crystal in 2013 with shorter cruises and Serenity in the Baltic

19 January 2012

Crystal Cruises has launched its complete 2013 worldwide cruise collection – with significant changes, such as an increased number of shorter cruises distinguishing a repertoire of 64 itineraries visiting 62 countries and 226 ports-of-call worldwide. More...