(PRESS RELEASE)_ATHENS, GREECE (September 21, 2022)  Celestyal, the award-winning, number one choice for travelers to the Greek Islands and the Eastern Mediterranean, has announced the removal of its COVID-19 vaccination, proof of COVID recovery and pre-departure testing requirements for all guests on sailings commencing on or after March 2, 2023, unless required by local regulations.
 
All Celestyal crew members will continue to be fully-vaccinated, and the company encourages guests aged 12 and over to be fully-vaccinated. Regardless of vaccination status, Celestyal will continue to recommend that all guests get tested at their convenience prior to travel to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable travel experience.  Testing results will no longer be required to board Celestyal’s ships.   For the remainder of 2022, Celestyal will maintain current, relaxed protocols, which were previously announced.
 
“The health and safety of our guests, crew and the communities we serve is our top priority and we continue to monitor and adjust to the evolving global situation,” said Celestyal’s Chief Commercial Officer, Leslie Peden. “Our crew will continue to maintain our stringent hygiene protocols based upon the most up-to-date guidelines from the European Healthy Gateways, Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and Greek health authorities. We look forward to welcoming all guests for the immersive experience that we are known for as we explore the unique destinations of the Greek Islands and Eastern Mediterranean.”
 
Celestyal’s health and safety measures are continuously evaluated and adjusted based on new and updated prevention, therapeutics and mitigation measures.
For more information visit https://celestyal.com/us/, contact your travel agent or call +1.877.222.7405. 

(PRESS RELEASE)_(Monaco – September , 2022) Silversea Cruises®, the leading ultra-luxury and expedition cruise line, has named its line-up of experts for the inaugural voyage of new ship Silver Endeavour℠, the world’s most luxurious expedition ship. Departing round-trip from King George Island on November 21, 2022, Silver Endeavour will host qualified historians, marine biologists, anthropologists, naturalists, filmmakers, and more on her maiden voyage, enriching guests’ experiences with informative lectures, workshops, and excursions as they journey deep into the White Continent. In celebration of the milestone occasion, Conrad Combrink—Silversea’s SVP Expedition, Destination and Itinerary Management—will accompany travellers on the seven-day fly-cruise sailing.
 
“The world’s most luxurious expedition vessel, Silver Endeavour has broadened Silversea’s polar offeringthe most diverse in ultra-luxury expedition cruising “Marking my 78th journey to the continent, I am excited to accompany our guests as we fly on an exclusive, Silversea-curated, chartered DAP Antarctic Airways flight directly into Antarctica, embarking Silver Endeavour at King George Island, before spending seven days discovering this frozen world. Our industry-leading expedition team will design an exceptional line-up of experiences to showcase the very best of the continent’s icy landscapes and captivating wildlife during Silver Endeavour’s inaugural season, while Captain Niklas Peterstam and his crew will ensure an exceptional service throughout—having served aboard the ship since September 2021.”

(PRESS RELEASE)_Seattle, Wash., Sept. 16, 2022 — Holland America Line completed the cruise industry’s first multiweek test of biofuels on board Volendam at Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands. The 20-day test was conducted in partnership with GoodFuels, a leading producer and supplier of sustainable biofuels for the transportation industry, and Wärtsilä, a global leader in power and propulsion technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine market.
 
The assessment was completed September 7. In the first five days of the test the ship used a mix of 30% biofuel and 70% marine gas oil (MGO) in one of its main auxiliary engines. For the final 15 days of testing, the ship used 100% biofuel. According to GoodFuels, there was a 78% decrease in lifecycle CO2 emissions during the final 15 days of trial compared to marine gas oil emissions.

By GERRY BARKER

FT. LAUDERDALE -- While storms roamed South Florida all day, in the late afternoon the rain stopped and we could all proclaim, "Here comes the Sun" -- as in, "Sun Princess," the newest, largest, most innovative Princess ship to date.

Top executives from both Princess and its parent company, Carnival, along with Randy Fenoli, host of the TLC show, "Say Yes to the Dress," were on hand here at Terminal 2 at Port Everglades to formally reveal the name of its next generation, Sphere-class ship in a ceremony that included an aerialist suspended below a giant yellow balloon emblazoned with "Sun Princess."

Now under construction at the Fincantieri shipyard, and scheduled to debut in early 2024, it's the largest Princess ship ever built. The 175,500-ton vessel will accommodate over 4,000 guests and feature 21 decks, as well as almost 30 dining venues.

But the feature creating the most excitement for Princess Cruises President John Padgett is  the ship's signature Dome. Located on the top deck, it's described as the "first-of-its-kind true glass-enclosed dome ever constructed on a cruise ship." Daytime, it houses a pool and water feature; at night, it becomes an entertainment venue and place for aerial acrobatics.

Along with the Dome, Sun Princess will feature a three-story Piazza, where guests can enjoy ocean views "from every direction" as well as an LED screen for entertainment offerings.

In a press release following the unveiling, another Sun Princess exclusive "will be a new level of suite accommodations, the Signature Collection. In addition to premium stateroom amenities, Signature Collection suites include access to the Signature Restaurant, Signature Lounge, and Signature Sun Deck, a private area of the Sanctuary."

Sun Princess will sail an inaugural spring/summer season of Mediterranean cruises followed by Western and Eastern Caribbean voyages out of Port Everglades in the fall of 2024. A second, Sphere-class ship is set to be delivered in spring, 2025.

(PRESS RELEASE)_Geneva, Switzerland – September 15, 2022 – MSC World Europa is set to feature fresh and exciting entertainment options that take the guest experience to the next level—complimenting the cutting-edge technology onboard MSC Cruises’ most innovative and environmentally advanced new flagship.

Guests of all ages will be able to enjoy awe-inspiring entertainment from morning to night, including three new concert-style shows in the multipurpose Luna Park Arena; five new full-scale theater productions in the World Theater; four themed experiences in the Panorama Lounge; and surprise pop-up entertainment throughout the ship.
 
Steve Leatham, MSC Cruises Global Head of Entertainment, said: “The brand-new interactive entertainment featured on board MSC World Europa will be unlike anything that our guests have ever experienced, combining futuristic technology and unique specially designed venues. From surprise moments that will take place during the entirety of the cruise to spectacular shows and state-of the-art venues, our guests will be blown away by the abundance of fantastic entertainment options on board as they find themselves at the heart of productions and immerse themselves in incredible performances and activities.”
 
The rich assortment of entertainment on board includes: