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Loren to name her 19th MSC vessel
Thursday | May 18 2023ITALIAN actress Sophia Loren will name her 19th MSC Cruises ship in Copenhagen, when she christens MSC Euribia (pictured), the brand’s most “environmentally advanced” vessel to date.
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Explora Owner’s suite
Thursday | May 18 2023EXPLORA Journeys has unveiled the design of its Owner’s Residence (pictured) on board Explora I.
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Oceania’s steady growth
Wednesday | May 17 2023OCEANIA Cruises is having ongoing internal discussions about future newbuilds, with the launch of Vista last week (CW 09 May) and sister ship Allura in 2025 marking the start of a new era for the brand, according to the Senior Vice President Sales Nikki Upshaw.
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Seabourn shoots for the Starlink
Wednesday | May 17 2023SEABOURN Cruise Line is installing SpaceX’s Starlink wi-fi technology on both its expedition ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit (pictured).
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Aussies & Kiwis bid bon voyage to Vista
Wednesday | May 17 2023THE excitement of last week’s christening ceremony for Oceania Cruises’ Vista in Valletta persisted throughout the voyage, which wrapped up in Rome on Sat. Rubbing shoulders with guests including godmother, celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis, was a highlight for many, while the exclusive performance during the event from the one and only Harry Connick Jr thrilled fans of the legendary crooner.
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A Grand day for HAL
Wednesday | May 17 2023HOLLAND America Line’s (HAL) first Grand World Voyage since 2020 has successfully concluded, after 128 days, 57 port visits, and 34,651 nautical miles.
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RCI to make China return in Apr ’24
Tuesday | May 16 2023ROYAL Caribbean International (RCI) has set a course for new adventures in China next year, and a new ship in Singapore.
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Venture-ing to the Arctic
Tuesday | May 16 2023SEABOURN Cruise Line’s Seabourn Venture (pictured) has begun her second expedition season in the Arctic, following her maiden arrival in Greenwich.
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Virgin debuts third ship Resilient Lady
Monday | May 15 2023VIRGIN Voyages has debuted its third ship Resilient Lady (pictured), welcoming her to her new homeport in Athens.
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Princess’ Star is born
Monday | May 15 2023PRINCESS Cruises has named its second Sphere-class ship Star Princess, which will sail her inaugural season in the Mediterranean in 2025.