Just when it seemed that most major cruise lines had weathered the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the bankruptcy of Genting Group’s Crystal Cruises at the start of 2022 sent shockwaves across the industry.

Luckily for loyal Crystal guests and cruise industry supporters, the majority of Crystal Cruises’ nine luxury ships found other homes within a few short months. As the year draws toward a close, this list provides the latest standings of Crystal’s ocean, river, and yacht vessels. Read the rest of this entry »

After years in development, recent whispers of Ritz-Carlton’s inaugural 298-passenger yacht indicate it may finally come to fruition. In late September, fellow luxury hotel brand Four Seasons announced plans to unveil its own yacht product by 2025. Read the rest of this entry »

On October 4, Norwegian Cruise Line became one of the latest major cruise lines to roll back its requirement for passengers to present proof of a COVID-19 vaccination in order to sail. Read the rest of this entry »

CroisiEurope Cruises announced its entire 2023 river, ocean, and canal program, and the sailings are now available to book online. When clients are booked by August 31, 2022, they can enjoy a 15 percent early booking discount, which drops to 10 percent until October 15; a 5 percent discount applies for select 2023 CroisiEurope cruises booked between October 16 and November 30, 2022. Read the rest of this entry »

As Europe clocks one of the busiest summers it’s seen in years, clients looking to avoid crowds, travel delays, and baggage hassles on their vacation might want to reconsider the season. Independent travel retailer Avanti Destinations believes their “Go365” campaign will aid travel advisors in warming clients to the idea of year-round travel opportunities, including cold-weather and off-peak trips. Read the rest of this entry »

Sail beyond the coast of sunny California with American Cruise Lines’ 8-day “San Francisco Bay” itinerary, its first California cruise. Operating round trip from San Francisco, the 190-passenger American Jazz —launched in 2020 —will carry guests along the Napa, Sacramento, and San Joaquin Rivers for a truly unique week spent sailing the Golden State. Cruise into the heart of wine country with a stop in Napa, joined by calls in Vallejo, Stockton, and Sacramento. Read the rest of this entry »

While Croatia has been gaining popularity in recent years, few offer such immersive and comprehensive cruise itineraries as in-destination experts Katarina Line. Based in Opatija, a coastal town on the Adriatic less than 50 miles from Italy, Katarina Line knows Croatia in and out, and offers guests unique voyages across a fleet of 60 vessels. Read the rest of this entry »

Regent Seven Seas invites seasoned travelers to cross five continents in five months aboard Seven Seas Mariner for its latest world cruise offering called “Away in Wonder,” which departs from Miami on January 7, 2025. Bound for San Francisco, this voyage will cross three oceans and call on 97 ports across 25 countries. Highlights include 16 overnight stays including Rio de Janeiro and Bora Bora; the opportunity to visit 48 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as Rapa Nui National Park on Easter Island; and a choice of 395 included shore excursions — all included in the fare. Read the rest of this entry »

Do you have a college reunion or a big annual conference on the horizon for 2025? There’s an increased chance it might take place on a river cruise ship. Read the rest of this entry »

If you search “river cruising + Black” results might return the Black Sea or the Black Forest — but very rarely are Black travelers represented in river cruising. AmaWaterways is taking a step toward inclusivity with its “Soulful Epicurean Experience,” a first-of-its-kind sailing that will focus its Rhone River voyage in the South of France through the lens of Black history. Read the rest of this entry »