(Press Release) With 128 days at their fingertips, guests on Holland America Line's 2024 Grand World Voyage aboard Zuiderdam used their time and their talents again this year to support Project Linus, a not-for-profit organization that provides handmade blankets to children in the U.S. who are seriously ill, traumatized or otherwise in need. Throughout the world cruise — which departed Fort Lauderdale Jan. 3 and will conclude back in Florida on May 11 — approximately 150 guests participated in the project, knitting more than 500 blankets utilizing over one-million yards of yarn. (Press Release) (MIAMI, FL – May 10, 2024) Silversea, the leading ultra-luxury cruise travel brand, has refined an icon of luxury across its fleet, introducing Duval-Leroy as its champagne of choice. A long-standing, independent, family-operated producer of fine champagnes with six generations of expertise, Duval-Leroy’s core values align with those of Silversea: an unwavering commitment to exceptional quality, uncompromising attention to detail, and a deep passion for its craft. Silversea has commenced the introduction of Duval-Leroy Brut Réserve as its pouring champagne of choice aboard its ultra-luxury ships.
(Press Release) MIAMI, May 9, 2024 - Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is offering guests an ultra-premium experience in addition to ultimate value with an up to four-category upgrade on more than 60 sailings throughout 2024 and 2025 across the world. With this limited-time Upgrade Sale, running now through June 30, cruisers can enhance their vacation by boosting their stateroom choice from Inside to Oceanview, Oceanview to Veranda, Veranda to Concierge, or even Concierge to Penthouse Suite. (Press Release) Monaco, May 9, 2024. A&K Travel Group is proud to announce an exclusive partnership with the esteemed architect Adriana Granato as well as a long-term collaboration with the naval architects Giacomo and Lorenzo Mortola. Based in Milan, Granato’s art direction will bring a wealth of expertise and a unique perspective to the group's architectural and interior design projects for their camps, lodges, boats, and ships. Granato, who holds a double degree in Architecture from Politecnico di Milano and Politecnico di Torino, as well as a PhD in Design and Technologies for Cultural Heritage is one of the youngest female adjunct professors ever hosted by Politecnico di Milano. In 2018, she founded Studio Ibsen, a think tank of architects, interior designers, and researchers that tackles national and international projects, as well as academic research and social-based initiatives. (Press Release) (Miami, FL – May 9, 2024) Silver Nova, the pioneering new ship from ultra-luxury cruise travel brand Silversea, has arrived in Alaska for the first time, embarking on a series of immersive seven-day voyages from May 9 until September 5, 2024. The ship’s inaugural season in Alaska also marks the introduction of the S.A.L.T. program to the region, which will connect Silversea’s guests to the local culinary culture like never before – through immersive experiences, both on board and ashore. Silver Nova’s inaugural Alaska season comprises 18 voyages, with a duo of itinerary options available for summer and fall bookings. Example voyages include: (Press Release) (New York, N.Y., May 8, 2024) A premiere of the “Abysso Calypso Party” organized by SMSMondial in partnership with Costa & Visit Malta, will take place in Valletta on Saturday, May 18. The long-awaited party represents a preview of the exclusive Costa’s ‘Sea Destinations’. Guests will be plunged into an enchanting scene of the deep sea, experience only available to Costa guests who will be cruising on board Costa Fascinosa starting from July. The event will be held at the spectacular Saluting Battery in the Upper Barrakka Gardens starting from 7 pm. (Press Release) FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., (May 7, 2024) – Princess Cruises today announced its return to San Juan, Puerto Rico for a season of Southern Caribbean cruises onboard Grand Princess, from October 2025 through March 2026. This vibrant capital city of Puerto Rico offers rich history and culture with must-see attractions for Princess guests pre- and post-cruise. These seven-day cruises, which visit more ports than any other 7-day Princess cruise to the Caribbean, are on sale May 16. (Press Release) Juneau, Alaska – May 7, 2024 – On behalf of the nation’s largest source of wild domestic seafood, the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI) today announced a first-of-its kind partnership with Holland America Line, which will certify the cruise line’s dining and galley team members for their understanding of the species, benefits and responsible fishing practices of the Alaska fishing industry, via ASMI’s proprietary Seafood U® educational course. (Press Release) During Volendam’s inaugural call to Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Saturday, May 4, 2024, Holland America Line’s team on board Volendam joined dignitaries from three countries to unveil an exhibit commemorating the 2022 charter by the City of Rotterdam in the Netherlands during which Volendam hosted more than 1,200 people fleeing the war in Ukraine. (Press Release) SANTA CLARITA, Calif., (May 6, 2024) – The exotic nature of South America attracts travelers to experience the diverse cultures, food, biomes, and the grandeur of the last “untouched” region of Antarctica. In fact, according to the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), a record 105,331 people visited Antarctica last season. With its newly announced 2025-2026 season, Princess Cruises gives more guests the opportunity to see this less traveled part of the world with affordable rates, a wide range of shore excursions, and the comfort of a ship that can safely navigate this journey while offering countless amenities and activities to enjoy. |
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