Miray to Sail in the Black Sea this Summer
Miray Cruises is planning to operate a series of itineraries in the Black Sea as part of its 2026 summer season onboard the Gemini. According to the company’s website, eight sailings to the region will be operated by the vessel between July and September. Sailing from Istanbul, the seven-night itineraries feature visits to destinations in…
Seven Seas Prestige to Feature Custom Italian Suite Sleep Systems
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has partnered with Italian bedmaker Flou to bring its Leonardo Sleep Systems to the Seven Seas Prestige, launching in December 2026. Thanks to this, the ship’s “Distinctive Suites” categories (Seven Seas Suites up to Signature Suites) will get handcrafted mattresses. Furthermore, a bespoke custom mattress will be designed exclusively for the…
Heritage Expeditions’ Japan Voyages to Feature on Australian Travel Show
Heritage Expeditions’ Japan voyages will be featured on Australian travel show Travel Oz Global, the company said in a press release. Premiering on Channel 10 at 9:30am (AEST), Sunday, May 17, season 8 episode 5, “Japan By Sea,” will star operations director and expedition leader Nathan Russ, alongside travel writer Susan Elliott. Sailing aboard the Heritage Adventurer, they explore destinations such as Tokyo, Mt Fuji, Nagoya, Owase, Kochi, Shikoku Island, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Miyajima…
Hurtigruten Offers 10% Discount on Select 2027–28 Sailings
Hurtigruten has unveiled a promo for select 2027–28 season departures, which are now open for booking. The cruise line is offering a 10 percent discount on select departures of its Original Voyages and the Signature Limited Collection itineraries launching in 2027 and 2028 when booked before June 21, 2026. According to a press release, the discount applies to select departures from April 2027 through March 2028. “Today’s travelers want more than a cruise; they…
Ginori 1735 Revamping Evrima’s Outdoor Spaces
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection has partnered with luxury and lifestyle brand Ginori 1735 to enrich the spaces aboard the Evrima. Custom-designed outdoor textiles and vibrant décor celebrating the art of travel will be featured on the ship as part of the Ginori Terrace Concept at sea. A limited-time craft cocktail menu inspired by Ginori 1735’s Italian heritage will also be available, according to a statement. Drawing inspiration from the marine world, the collection brings…
Lindblad Unveils Resource Hub for Travel Advisors
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has launched a Travel Advisor Resource Hub, a centralized platform with resources for sales partners. Designed to simplify how travel advisors do business with the brand, the hub brings together toolkits, digital assets and training materials, as well as latest news and direct access to the sales team, among other things. In a press release, the cruise line said this marks a significant step forward in optimizing advisor workflows…
Royal Caribbean Changes Legend of the Seas Itinerary
Royal Caribbean International has changed the itinerary of a cruise that is set to take place onboard the Legend of the Seas starting on July 25, 2026. As part of its inaugural season in Europe, the new Icon-class vessel is scheduled to offer an eight-night voyage to the Western Mediterranean. According to a statement sent…
Seabourn Pursuit Delivers Cyclone Relief to Papua New Guinea Communities
The Seabourn Pursuit has delivered four tons of relief supplies to communities in Papua New Guinea that have een affected by Cyclone Maila during a stop in Alotau on May 11, according to the company. The donation included essentials like fresh produce, non-perishable food items, sheets, towels and other supplies sourced from the ship. The…
Royal Caribbean Changes Disembarkation Port for Alaska Cruise
Royal Caribbean International informed guests of a change to the debarkation port for the May 15, 2026, cruise onboard the Ovation of the Seas. According to a statement, the seven-night itinerary to Alaska will now end at the port of Whittier instead of Seward. “We would like to share an important update regarding our debarkation…
LTH-Baas Completes Cabin and Technical Projects on Ovation and Harmony
LTH-Baas has completed drydock projects on two cruise ships, including cabin installations on the Ovation of the Seas and exhaust system work on the Harmony of the Seas, according to the company. The Ovation of the Seas project, completed during a drydock in Singapore, included the installation of 26 new guest staterooms, including six suite…
Crystal Serenity to Host Music-Led Wellness Retreat in October
Crystal is adding a new Wellness at Sea Retreat aboard the Crystal Serenity, sailing roundtrip from Lisbon Oct. 11–17, 2026. The voyage will mark the debut at sea of Sanctum, a music-led movement practice that combines high-intensity training, breathwork and meditative movement into an immersive experience. Crystal said in a statement that the retreat will…
Fred Olsen Hosts International Women in Maritime Day Event Aboard Bolette
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines welcomed 39 female students aboard the Bolette in Liverpool to mark International Women in Maritime Day, according to a press release. The event, held in partnership with Liverpool Cruise Port, brought together students from Liverpool John Moores University, Hugh Baird College and Fleetwood Nautical Campus for presentations and a panel discussion….
Andy Saporito Becomes Strategic Advisor at TradeLaneTalent
Andy Saporito has joined TradeLaneTalent (TLT), an executive recruiting agency focused on the maritime, logistics transportation and supply chain sectors, as strategic advisor. He will work with the agency’s leadership to support its expansion and strengthen relationships across the maritime, port, transportation and logistics sectors, according to a press release. “I’m excited to join TradeLaneTalent…
MSC Seashore Gets Two Casual Dining Options
MSC Cruises is giving guests more dining options aboard the MSC Seashore thanks to the addition of two new fast-food concepts. The two new venues – The Chicken Man and Red Cactus BBQ & Ribs – are included in the cruise fare and will complement the ship’s existing specialty restaurants, the cruise line said in a statement. “We are proud to offer our guests a variety…
Viking Unveils All-Electric Coach for Land Excursions in Vienna
Viking has revealed its first fully electric motor coach, supporting a destination-focused shore excursion program in Vienna. In a press release, the cruise line said this makes it the first river line to operate a 100 percent electric motor coach for guest transportation in Europe. “We have always been deliberately concerned about the environment, which is why we design our ships thoughtfully to reduce fuel consumption. As…