When superyacht design and dream destinations meet, exceptional experiences ensue! Virgin Voyages’ modern twist on luxury is making big waves. Their “Lady Ships” are Adult-by-Design boutique hotels at sea – with no kids and no ordinary experiences. With spaces designed by some of the most sought-after interior designers and architects, Virgin Voyages’ midsize ships (accommodating […]
Read More...Recently, I joined an intimate group of 75 esteemed guests on the banks of the Danube River to witness the christening of Avalon Waterways’ newest European river vessel, Avalon View. During our inaugural “short & suite” voyage, we actively explored the heartland of Europe visiting vibrant cities, ancient towns, verdant vineyards, and stunning palaces. Highlights […]
Read More...After two years of challenges due to the pandemic, the cruise industry has rebounded in a big way. Ships are once again sailing around the globe, and they’re safer and greener than ever. While prioritizing the health of passengers, crew, and communities they visit, cruise companies have also remained committed to delivering responsible, sustainable travel […]
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Recently, I had the opportunity to join Atlas Ocean Voyages on a luxury adventure expedition. It was a once-in-a-lifetime journey to a destination I longed to explore: Antarctica! There are no words to describe this vast continent of stunning, quiet beauty. An Antarctica expedition is an experience like no other. Our all-inclusive “floating base camp” […]
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Looking for a dreamy, high-end incentive program or nature-inspired special interest trip? In the small river and expedition cruise market, Aqua Expeditions is a unique brand offering voyages to the world’s most remote and pristine destinations. Their boutique luxury vessels have 15 to 20 identical suites and offer a 1:1 guest-to-guide ratio, personalized service, and […]
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What does the future hold for the cruise industry? The CLIA Cruise Industry 2022 Outlook Report provides an in-depth look at an industry that has navigated uncharted waters to overcome unprecedented challenges. CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) is the world’s largest cruise industry trade association representing more than 95 percent of global cruise capacity. Their report […]
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A highly anticipated global climate conference has taken up all hotel accommodations in a Scottish port city, leaving no available rooms for thousands of security staff, AV technicians, and other essential workers. The conference is just weeks away. If you were the organizers, what would you do? There was only one viable solution: bring in […]
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An “odyssey” is defined as a long series of wanderings or adventures, especially when filled with notable experiences or hardships. I just returned from a mini-odyssey, 2 days aboard Royal Caribbean’s newest large ship, the Odyssey of the Seas. (2015 staterooms/maximum occupancy 4805.) True to her name, the Odyssey of the Seas offers many opportunities […]
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[Editor’s Note: Cherie Weinstein, CTC, CIS, CITE, is Project Manager at Landry & Kling] I recently had the opportunity to cruise on Crystal Cruises’ beautiful new expedition ship, Crystal Endeavor on a two day “showcase” cruise from Miami to Bimini in the Bahamas. The ship is on her way to South America for her Antarctic […]
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Sustainable cruising was the big topic at this year’s Seatrade Cruise Global Conference, the world’s largest gathering of industry leaders and innovators. The 35th annual conference wrapped up at the end of September in Miami with renewed optimism. After an all-virtual edition in 2020, it was great to safely reconnect in person (masked and vaccinated) […]
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