Cruise News

Wed, 23rd Jul 2008
Crystal's Ultimate Wine Experience

A $5,000-per-bottle 1989 Petrus and an increasingly rare 2000 Chateau Hosanna top the list of nearly-impossible-to-get wines procured for Crystal Cruises' ultimate wine experience on Crystal Serenity'...

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Mon, 21st Jul 2008
Viking River Cruises Honored by Readers of Travel + Leisure Magazine

Viking River Cruises has once again been recognized by readers of the leading travel magazine Travel + Leisure as one of the "Top 10 Small-Ship Cruise Lines" in the periodical's 13th annual "World's B...

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Mon, 21st Jul 2008
Silversea Launch 2009 Atlas

Silversea Cruises has launched its 2009 Voyage Atlas, a colourful 120-page guide to the 160 itineraries offered by the luxury cruise liner, with 10 new destinations. Customers can choose from itin...

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Fri, 18th Jul 2008
Renowned Lecturers Headline QE2 and QM2 for 2008

Renowned maritime historians and experts lecture aboard QE2's final crossings during October tandem crossings with Queen Mary 2 Already considered the finest onboard enrichment programme in the in...

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Wed, 16th Jul 2008
Cutting-Edge Kinesistm Fitness System Debuts On Crystal Ships

In an industry first, this month Crystal Cruises is debuting revolutionary KinesisTM fitness equipment onboard its ultra-luxury ships, Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity. The equipment capitalises ...

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Wed, 16th Jul 2008
Acupuncture Added To Crystal's Wellness Options

Ancient Chinese Art Provides Holistic Approach to Curing Wide Range of Maladies Enriching its portfolio of wellness opportunities, Crystal Cruises is introducing onboard acupuncture, along with a ...

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Tue, 15th Jul 2008
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Offers Grand Explorations: Exotic Winter Voyages In 2009

Ultra-luxury ships visit over 100 ports of call in exotic lands on a series of fourteen 12 to 24-night voyages. Regent Seven Seas Cruises will offer a series of Grand Explorations aboard the world's ...

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Thu, 10th Jul 2008
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Introduces Enhanced Past Guest Amenities

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is offering enhanced benefits to members of its Seven Seas Society guest loyalty program. The Seven Seas Society offers a variety of amenities to repeat Regent Seven Seas...

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Thu, 10th Jul 2008
Shoreside Spectaculars Set For Seabourn Odyssey's Inaugural World Cruise

Experience nature, culture and exotic customs during five complimentary and exclusive shoreside experiences. The Yachts of Seabourn has announced an exciting selection of special shoreside experi...

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Wed, 9th Jul 2008
Crystal Cruises Voted "World's Best" Of Any Cruise Ship

Unmatched Record of #1 Wins in the Cruise and Hotel Industry. With its highest score in five years, Crystal Cruises has been voted the "World's Best Large-Ship Cruise Line" by the readers of Travel...

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Tue, 8th Jul 2008
Double Christening of the MS Amadante and MS Amacello

The charming, medieval town of Regensburg, Germany formed a festive backdrop for a unique double christening ceremony on Monday, July 7. AMAWATERWAYS’ two newest vessels, the MS Amacello and MS Ama...

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Mon, 9th Jun 2008
Azamara Cruises Invites Travellers to Savour the Tastes of Europe

From Italian "slow food" and Slovenian salt to the French vineyards of Sauternes and Graves, Azamara Cruises’ slate of culinary-themed shore excursions offer travellers the opportunity to immerse them...

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Thu, 5th Jun 2008
Lynn Redgrave & Susannah York Headline Crystal Cruises’ First 'Theatre At Sea' Cruise

Some of the finest names in the theatre and film worlds are joining forces to star in Crystal Cruises' brand new Theatre at Sea itinerary. Individual artists will perform throughout the 12-night "Ital...

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Tue, 3rd Jun 2008
Silversea's New Expedition Ship Is Dedicated By HSH Prince Albert II In Monaco

In the heart of Monte Carlo’s harbor this morning, the expedition ship Prince Albert II officially joined the Silversea fleet during a naming ceremony in the presence of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco...

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Mon, 2nd Jun 2008
Azamara Cruises set to Amaze in Asia in 2009-10

A popular song may have touted the allure of "one night in Bangkok," but cruise enthusiasts who want more than one night in the region will delight in Azamara Cruises' overnight-rich offerings for 200...

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Mon, 2nd Jun 2008
Musicians Jazz Up Crystal's Mexican Riviera

More than two dozen jazz legends and contemporary jazz artists will dazzle music lovers aboard Crystal Cruises 2008 Jazz voyage this autumn. With a complement of talent to rival the hottest shore side...

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Tue, 27th May 2008
Windstar Cruises Voted Winner Of Small/Midsize Cruise Line By Celebrated Living Magazine

For the second year in a row, Windstar Cruises was voted by the readers of Celebrated Living magazine as their number one choice for small/mid-sized cruise lines. Celebrated Living is the prest...

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Sat, 24th May 2008
Cunard to Pay Tribute to Bob Hope

Cunard line to pay tribute to beloved comedian-humanitarian and provide exclusive auction preview onboard Queen Mary 2 on the September 4th transatlantic crossing “Collector and museum quality” ite...

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Thu, 22nd May 2008
Stars Of Screen And Stage Headline Crystal's First 'Theatre At Sea' Cruise

Some of the finest names in the theater and film worlds are joining forces to star in Crystal Cruises' brand new Theatre at Sea itinerary. Individual artists will perform throughout the 12-day "Itali...

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Mon, 19th May 2008
Grand Mediterranean Voyage Aboard Regent To Celebrate European Music And Cuisine

"Autumn Sojourn in the Mediterranean" aboard Seven Seas Voyager will offer private cocktail receptions in historical settings; wine tastings in picturesque locations, and stirring musical conce...

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Mon, 12th May 2008
Exciting New Shore Adventures for Silversea

Exciting New Shore Adventures Range from Cosmonaut Training to Cooking with a Swedish Celebrity Chef. This summer ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises is offering 19 diverse itineraries of 6 to ...

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Tue, 6th May 2008
Cause for Celebration: Azamara Cruises Marks First Anniversary

The traditional symbol for a first anniversary is paper, and Azamara Cruises today is tempted to paper the walls of its Miami offices with the accolades the deluxe brand has received since sett...

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Mon, 5th May 2008
Jewish Heritage Focus Set For New European Crystal Adventures

Excursions enable travelers to trace their roots and explore Judaic history. For summer 2008, Crystal Cruises has expanded its Jewish Heritage programs in Northern Europe. The luxury line h...

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Wed, 30th Apr 2008
Azamara to 'Journey' Through a Dreamy Caribbean

When travelers sail the Caribbean on an Azamara Cruises ship, they enjoy indulgent onboard experiences, spectacular blue waters and an exotic array of islands, islets, reefs and cays. Azamara aims to ...

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Wed, 30th Apr 2008
John Lithgow To Perform Aboard Silver Whisper

Silversea Cruises' Silver Whisper will welcome award-winning actor John Lithgow as a celebrity guest speaker aboard its July 5 voyage from Athens to Venice. Guests sailing on the ultra-luxury ship...

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Tue, 29th Apr 2008
Cunard's Queen Victoria Makes Conde Nast Traveler's Annual "Hot List"

Cunard Line’s new Queen Victoria has garnered top spots on Condé Nast Traveler’s just-released “Hot List,” the definitive guide to the most celebrated new hotels, restaurants, spas and nightclu...

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Thu, 24th Apr 2008
Culinary Superstars Set For Crystal's Fall Wine & Food Festival

With today's culinary artists becoming international celebrities, the route to the kitchen is the new red carpet. Tapping into this trend, Crystal Cruises has secured star guest chefs and wine experts...

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Wed, 16th Apr 2008
Seabourn Builds Its Future on Small Ships

At a time when cruise lines are building bigger and bigger ships, The Yachts of Seabourn is purposefully bucking the trend, and instead building intimate, yacht-like vessels that will allow it to main...

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Mon, 14th Apr 2008
Cunard Announces 2009 Voyage Programme

Convenient New York Departures, More Transatlantic Crossings and 11 New Queen Victoria Itineraries are among the Highlights Following simultaneous World Cruises in early 2009, Cunard Line’s flag...

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Fri, 11th Apr 2008
Regent Celebrates 10 Years in Alaska

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Will Offer A Tenth Consecutive Year Of Luxury Cruising In Alaska. Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the "#1 Small-Ship Cruise Line" in Condé Nast Traveler's 2007 Readers' ...

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Fri, 11th Apr 2008
Her Majesty The Queen to Bid Farewell to QE2

Cunard Line is honoured to announce that Her Majesty The Queen will make a farewell visit to Queen Elizabeth 2 in Southampton on Monday June 2, 2008. QE2, the most famous ship in the world, and fo...

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Thu, 10th Apr 2008
Frankie Avalon Headlines On Crystal Cruises’ “President’s Cruise”

actor, singer and former teen idol Frankie Avalon is set to headline on Crystal Cruises’ annual “President’s Cruise” from Athens to Rome on 24 August. Hosted by the line’s president, the 12-night “Isl...

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Fri, 4th Apr 2008
Windstar Sails the Awe-Inspiring Greek Isles

Windstar Cruises, which operates a three-ship fleet of luxury yachts that explore hidden harbors and secluded coves of the world's most treasured destinations, offers guests exceptional opportunities ...

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Wed, 2nd Apr 2008
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Hosts NASA Astronauts

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the "#1 Small-Ship Cruise Line" in Condé Nast Traveler's 2007 Readers' Choice Awards poll, will offer guests the opportunity to travel with National Aeronautical and S...

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Wed, 2nd Apr 2008
Oceania Cruises Launches New Epicurean Immersions

Oceania Cruises is pleased to announce the release an exclusive series of specialty food and wine focused shore excursions – Epicurean Immersions. Produced in conjunction with renowned culi...

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Mon, 31st Mar 2008
New Ports in Europe and Caribbean for SeaDream

SeaDream Yacht Club, well on its way to 100 percent utilization of its 2008 availability in its European summer and Caribbean winter sailings, has published its 2009 schedules and itineraries for thos...

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Mon, 31st Mar 2008
Crystal Cruises' 2009 Cruise Guide Highlights 61 Itineraries To 185 Destinations

Luxury cruise specialist Crystal Cruises has published its 2009 Cruise Guide, the line's first publication of next year's entire fleet-wide schedule, featuring new itineraries, new ports of call and t...

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Thu, 27th Mar 2008
Mediterranean Wine And Food Cruise on Crystal

From sampling fresh oysters from the famed Ston oyster beds in Dubrovnik, to private cooking instruction in the South of France, Crystal guests will savor 14 carefully crafted culinary excursions du...

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Wed, 26th Mar 2008
Historic Meeting of Cunard Queens in Southampton

Tuesday 22 April 2008 promises to go down in the annals of British maritime history when Cunard’s three Queens will meet in their homeport of Southampton in another historic first for the company. Que...

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Wed, 26th Mar 2008
Regent's New Entertainment Lineup Options

Elegant ballroom dancers, a special salute to Neil Sedaka's music and the largest orchestra aboard any luxury line are among the new features Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the "#1 Small-Ship Cr...

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Wed, 19th Mar 2008
Seadream Yacht Club Wins German Cruise Award

SeaDream Yacht Club, operator of the elite mega yacht cruisers SeaDream I and II, has been named "Best Cruise Line for Service" at ITB, the world's largest "tourism fair" which is held each year in Be...

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Tue, 18th Mar 2008
Silversea Named Most Prestigious Cruise Line

Survey Places Silversea Ahead of 19 Cruise Lines Silversea Cruises, known for its exotic worldwide itineraries, luxurious all-suite accommodations, gracious service and sumptuous gourmet cuisine, ...

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Tue, 18th Mar 2008
Windstar Cruises Announces 2009 & 2010

Windstar Cruises Announces 2009 and Winter 2010 Deployment New Signature Collection Series, Venice Roundtrip Sailings and Elegant Ship Enhancements Aboard Wind Star, Wind Surf and Wind Spirit Cruises ...

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Tue, 18th Mar 2008
Crystal Expands St. Petersburg Adventures

More than 30 Programs Range from Uber-Adventurous to Culturally Captivating Three brand new Crystal Adventures in St. Petersburg, Russia enable Crystal Cruises guests to bicycle through Krestovs...

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Mon, 17th Mar 2008
Seadream Yacht Club Sets Speakers Program

Focuses on World Affairs, Astronomy, Maritime History, People Profiling and Character Analysis. SeaDream Yacht Club, operator of the twin, ultra-luxury, mega yacht cruisers SeaDream I and II, will ...

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Fri, 14th Mar 2008
RSSC Feature Celebrity Chefs in 2008

Rising star Cathal Armstrong and celebrated restaurateur Michel Richard headline Alaska and Europe voyages featuring skilled culinary experts . Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the "#1 Small-Ship C...

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Fri, 14th Mar 2008
Silversea's Newest All-Suite Ship To Be Named Silver Spirit

At the Seatrade Cruise Shipping Convention in Miami Beach, Florida, Silversea Cruises announced that its newest all-suite ship will be named Silver Spirit. Currently under construction at Finc...

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Fri, 14th Mar 2008
Peter Deilmann Announces Partnership with World Class Show Jumper, Paul Schockemöhle

Peter Deilmann River & Ocean Cruises, the award winning luxury cruise specialist, today announces an agreement to develop equestrian packages with Paul Schockemöhle, the Champion Show Jumper and Olymp...

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Wed, 12th Mar 2008
Silversea Announce Refurbishment Progamme

Major Refurbishments Planned For Silversea's Silver Cloud And Silver Wind Yesterday at the Seatrade Cruise Shipping Convention in Miami Beach, Florida, ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises announced majo...

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Tue, 11th Mar 2008
Crystal's Ultimate Vintage Room Dinner

$1250 Per Person for Crystal 2008 Ultimate Vintage Room Dinner Ultra-Exclusive Events Kick Off with Piero Selvaggio's Private Wine Reserve Catering to discriminating palates, Crystal Cruises will ...

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Fri, 7th Mar 2008
‘Newspaper Direct’ To Launch Onboard Crystal Serenity

Service provides guests with same-day editions of more than 370 newspapers

Crystal Cruises is making it easier for its global guests to stay in touch, whether cruising off the coast of Salalah ...

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Thu, 6th Mar 2008
SeaDream Yacht Club Goes Pop

SeaDream Yacht Club has created its own music CD to invoke the spirit of a SeaDream seagoing holiday with Pop, Rock, Jazz, Soul, R & B, and Bossa Nova. The album---called Dream, of course----featu...

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Wed, 5th Mar 2008
Oceania Cruises' 2009 European Collection Drives Record Demand

Oceania Cruises announced that on March 3rd, a new record for reservations was set as the line’s 2009 European Collection of sailings went on sale. Oceania Cruises opened its reservation lines at 8 am...

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Wed, 5th Mar 2008
Regent Announces 2009 Global Itineraries

The most diverse program in company history will offer luxurious and enlightening journeys to more than 300 ports on all seven continents. Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the "#1 Small-Ship Cruise...

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Tue, 4th Mar 2008
Oceania Cruises Introduces The 2009 European Collection

Oceania Cruises is pleased to announce the release of the new 2009 European Collection. With three ships positioned in Europe for the season, Oceania Cruises will offer new opportunities for discernin...

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Tue, 4th Mar 2008
Windstar Extraordinary 2008 Season

Windstar Cruises Sets Sail for an Extraordinary 2008 Season Guests can choose from 146 sailings across the globe aboard luxurious Wind Star, Wind Surf and Wind Spirit Windstar Cruises, which opera...

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Mon, 3rd Mar 2008
Azamara Exotic Europe in 2009, Including Tower Bridge

A year which is not a leap year is called a "common year," but there's very little that's common about what Azamara Cruises has planned in Europe in 2009. The deluxe, destination-driven brand today re...

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Fri, 29th Feb 2008
Peter Deilmann Sends Three Vessels to Elbe

Three luxury Deilmann vessels ply the gateway to Eastern Europe -- the Elbe river -- calling at quaint towns and grand cities in Germany and the Czech republic. Verdant vineyards, orchards ripe wit...

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Thu, 28th Feb 2008
Oceania Cruises Releases First Design Details Of The New Oceania-Class

Oceania Cruises is pleased to announce the first design details of its new Oceania-Class ships that are scheduled for delivery in 2010 and 2011. The ships, to be constructed in Fincantieri's Sestre Po...

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Thu, 28th Feb 2008
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Announces 2009 Antarctica Itineraries

Complimentary Zodiac® Tours Bring Guests Face-to-Face with the Stark Beauty and Abundant Wildlife of the White Continent Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the "#1 Small-Ship Cruise Line" in Condé...

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Tue, 26th Feb 2008
Silversea Announces Its New Expedition Ship To Be Named HSH Prince Albert II

Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises announced today that its new expedition ship (originally acquired as World Discoverer II) will be renamed HSH Prince Albert II, in tribute to Prince Albert of Monaco. ...

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Sun, 24th Feb 2008
Cunard Royal Rendezvous Between Queen Victoria and QE2

Spectacular Historic Cunard Meeting Between Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth 2 Marks Queen Victoria's Maiden Call and QE2's Final Visit to Sydney . Thousands of "Sydneysiders" turned out to view ...

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Fri, 22nd Feb 2008
RSSC To Use Revolutionary Audio Headphone System On Shore Excursions

Innovative technology allows tour leaders to provide key insights to all participants, up close or steps away . Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the "#1 Small-Ship Cruise Line" in Condé Nast Travel...

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Thu, 21st Feb 2008
Historic 'Meeting of Queens' In Sydney This Weekend.

Queen Victoria says 'G'day' to Sydney while QE2 bids the city 'Farewell'. For the second year running Cunard could bring Sydney to a standstill this weekend when its ocean liners Queen Victoria and...

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Wed, 20th Feb 2008
Crystal Debuts VIP Access To British Open At Exclusive British Isles Golf Clubs

Guests Can Tee-off in Birthplace of the Game. In keeping with increasing demand for extraordinary experiences, Crystal Cruises is introducing VIP access to the British Open and excursions to four o...

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Wed, 20th Feb 2008
Explore The ‘Jewels Of The Pacific’ With 2008 Grand Voyage From Regent Seven Seas Cruises

101-night voyage explores the peoples, places and cultures of ports from Alaska to New Zealand, and features overnight stays in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Osaka, Yokohama and Ho Chi Minh City. Regent Sev...

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Tue, 19th Feb 2008
Wave Entertainment Network on Oceania

Wave Entertainment Network, a wholly owned subsidiary of SeaMobile® Enterprises, announced today an agreement with Oceania Cruises®, the world’s only upper-premium cruise line, to provide Oceania Crui...

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Mon, 18th Feb 2008
New Crystal Adventures Soar Over Italy's Breathtaking Landscapes

Due to increased demand, Crystal Cruises is introducing new Crystal Adventures in Italy that enable guests to cover more ground - by way of the sky. The helicopter excursions, which range from $1,995...

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Sun, 17th Feb 2008
Silversea: A New Era In Expedition Cruising Is About To Begin

When Silversea Cruises' new expedition ship, HSH Prince Albert II sets sail in June 2008, it will herald the beginning of a new mode in exploration cruising - where an ultra-luxurious ambiance ...

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Thu, 14th Feb 2008
Love Sets Sail: Azamara Cruises Captains to Help Guests Tie the Knot at Sea

The sailor's knot is known for being easy to tie but hard to break. Now, guests who wish to be married at sea by captains of Azamara Cruises' and Celebrity Cruises' ships will soon be able to "tie" th...

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Mon, 11th Feb 2008
Yachts Of Seabourn And Charlie Palmer Introduce 150 New Menu Items

Voted #1 in the “Food” category by Conde Nast Traveler readers in 2007, the Yachts of Seabourn further enhances its award-winning dining menus with more than 150 additions, which are replacing 50% of ...

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Mon, 11th Feb 2008
Silversea's 2009 "Elegant Explorations" Celebrate The Lost Art Of Slow Travel

92-Day "Grand Pacific Voyage" Offers Generous Savings Incentives and Onboard Spending Credits of up to $2,000 per Suite In the midst of today's dreaded flight delays and airport hassles, travelers...

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Thu, 7th Feb 2008
Silversea Announces Culinary And Wine Enrichment Voyages For 2008

Exclusive "Bon Appétit Supper Club" to Debut Silversea Cruises, known for its exotic worldwide itineraries, luxurious all-suite accommodations, gracious service and sumptuous gourmet cuisine, ha...

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Wed, 6th Feb 2008
Regent Seven Seas Launches "Voyages To Explore Online" Magazine

Innovative, content-rich guest publication delivers excitement and adventure of diverse destinations.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the "#1 Small-Ship Cruise Line" in Condé Nast Traveler's 2...

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Tue, 5th Feb 2008
Seabourn's First-Ever World Cruise

108-Day Voyage Departs January 5, 2010 aboard Seabourn Odyssey
Reservations for the 2010 inaugural World Cruise of the new, ultra luxury cruise vessel Seabourn Odyssey opened on February 4, ...

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Tue, 5th Feb 2008
Top Classical Artists Make Beautiful Music on Crystal Symphony

Famed mezzo-soprano Frederica von Stade will headline a program of distinguished artists and composers on Crystal Cruises' new Classical Music cruise to Scandinavia and Russia this summer. Live perfor...

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Sun, 3rd Feb 2008
Cunard Host Giants of Culture and Travel Celebration

Cunard Hosts the European Travel Commission’s 2008 Giants of Culture and Travel Celebration onboard Queen Mary 2 The grandest ocean liner in the world, Queen Mary 2, hosted over 200 guests at ...

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Mon, 28th Jan 2008
Swan Hellenic Announces A Return To River Cruising In 2009

In 2009 Swan Hellenic returns to river cruising, offering a season of river cruises on the Danube and four further river cruises on the Rhone. The spring and summer/autumn river cruise programme will ...

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Wed, 23rd Jan 2008
Ten Years of South Pacific Service for Paul Gauguin

At a gala ceremony in Papeete Harbor featuring fireworks and coloured water streaming skyward from tugboats, Tahiti's government and Regent Seven Seas Cruises this week celebrated 10 years of uninterr...

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Wed, 23rd Jan 2008
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa to Sail Aboard Crystal Symphony

World-class master chef Nobuyuki "Nobu" Matsuhisa will travel aboard the award-winning Crystal Symphony this spring to officiate the opening of two new restaurants. Silk Road and The Sushi Bar wer...

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Tue, 22nd Jan 2008
Silver Shadow to Be Only Ultra-Luxury Cruise Ship In Alaska This Summer

This summer, Silversea's all-suite, 382-guest Silver Shadow will be the only ultra-luxury cruise ship exploring Alaska. Boasting a crew-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.29 and a space ratio of 74.0 (or 7,400...

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Tue, 22nd Jan 2008
Regent Wins Industry Award For Third Consecutive Year

For the third year in a row, Regent Seven Seas Cruises won "Best Large Ship Cruise Line" award from CruiseReport.com. In a press release announcing the 2007 awards, Rickee Richardson, senior editor of...

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Mon, 21st Jan 2008
Silversea Wins Travel Weekly Globe Award

‘Best Luxury Cruise Company’ goes to Silversea for second year running Ultra luxury cruise line Silversea was voted ‘Best Cruise Company, Luxury’ at the Travel Weekly Globe Awards at a glamourous c...

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Thu, 17th Jan 2008
Prolific Authors and Chef to Lead Crystal Adventures in Asia

Crystal Cruises has tapped award-winning international authors on Asian culture and a chef with global passions to join guests and add their regional insights to several compelling tours in Vietnam, I...

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Wed, 16th Jan 2008
Cunard's New Queen Victoria Makes Maiden Call to Ft. Lauderdale With Queen Elizabeth 2

Queen Victoria, the newest luxury liner in Cunard's celebrated fleet, made her maiden call to Ft. Lauderdale on January 16, just three days after embarking on her Maiden World Cruise. Joining Queen Vi...

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Tue, 15th Jan 2008
Wellness Experts From Cleveland Clinic Set For 2008 Crystal Voyages

Six Worldwide Cruises Feature Interactive Learning from Medical Specialists
From new strategies for heart-healthy living to understanding how the mind/body connection affects wellness, Crystal...

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Sun, 13th Jan 2008
Cunards Three Queens Depart From New York

The world's most famous liners sailed out of New York harbour late today, cruising out of the same port for the first - and only - time in history.
Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth 2 and newly lau...

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Fri, 11th Jan 2008
Silversea Rolls Out 2009 Worldwide Cruise Schedule

Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises has announced its 2009 worldwide voyage schedule and is now accepting reservations. The company's four award-winning, all-suite ships are set to visit over 320 different...

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Fri, 11th Jan 2008
Oceania Cruises' Nautica Arrives in Sydney

Oceania Cruises’ Nautica debuted in glorious Sydney, Australia today, kicking off her inaugural season of sailings to Australia and New Zealand. Nautica arrived from Europe after a 45-day journey from...

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Wed, 9th Jan 2008
Crystal Cruises To Visit Seven Continents In 2009

In 2009 Crystal Cruises will be venturing to all seven continents, from Antarctica to the Polar Ice Cap, circling the Pacific and featuring new itineraries in South America, Europe and the Middle East...

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Wed, 9th Jan 2008
Azamara Cruises Announces New Deployment for Azamara Journey

Deluxe cruise line Azamara Cruises has announced new itineraries for Azamara Journey beginning in the fall of 2008. On November 12, 2008, the ship will sail a new, 12-night Western Mediterranean cruis...

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Tue, 8th Jan 2008
Record Number Of Culinary Tours Set For Crystal Wine & Food Cruise

New Six-Day Travel Segments Offer Guests Culinary Festival in Smaller Bites An unprecedented number of wine and food-themed excursions and onboard presentations by the culinary world’s brightest st...

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Tue, 8th Jan 2008
Crystal Cruises Imposes Stricter Smoking Policy

Beginning in May, Crystal Cruises is prohibiting smoking on verandahs of all staterooms and suites aboard Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity. In keeping with lifestyle trends, most areas of Crystal...

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Mon, 7th Jan 2008
World Discover becomes Silver Dawn for Silversea

The World Discover, which Silversea have recently acquired, will be renamed HSH Prince Albert II and after an extensive multi-million dollar refurbishment will be sailing the waters of French Polynesi...

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Mon, 7th Jan 2008
Crystal Cruises Expands Golf Programme for 2008

Building on the popularity of its 2007 Golf cruises, luxury travel specialist Crystal Cruises has expanded its Golf Theme Cruises for 2008. During three 11- and 12-day Golf Cruises, guests can tee of...

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Sun, 6th Jan 2008
QE2 and Queen Victoria set sail for historic World Cruises

The world's most famous liner - Queen Elizabeth 2 - set sail Sunday on her final world cruise before being turned into a floating hotel in Dubai.
The ship left with a spectacular fireworks send...

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Sat, 22nd Dec 2007
Queen Mary 2 Named Best Luxury Cruise Ship

Queen Mary 2 Named "Best Luxury Cruise Ship" By Travel Weekly

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Thu, 20th Dec 2007
Stroll Through Queen Victoria's Royal Arcade

One stroll along London's exclusive High Street is all one needs to appreciate the quality and exclusivity of the Royal Arcade aboard Cunard's newest ocean liner, Queen Victoria. Moving seamlessly ...

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Tue, 18th Dec 2007
Nobu Brings His Legendary Cuisine To Crystal Symphony

Nobu Brings His Legendary Cuisine To Crystal Symphony

World-class master chef Nobuyuki “Nobu” Matsuhisa is partnering with Crystal Cruises...

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Mon, 17th Dec 2007
Crystal Sets Worldwide Itineraries to Seven Continents for 2009

From Antarctica to the Polar Ice Cap, in 2009 Crystal Cruises is venturing to all seven continents, circling the Pacific, and featuring new itineraries in South America, Europe and the Middle East for...

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Tue, 11th Dec 2007
Regent Seven Seas Cruise Sold to Apollo Management

Apollo Management L.P. Acquires Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Minneapolis-based Carlson...

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Mon, 10th Dec 2007
Update on QE2 in Dubai

Istithmar World appoints CEO for QE2 venture.
Istithmar World, the investment arm of Dubai World, today announced
the appointment of Manfred Ursprunger as chief executive of its QE2

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Mon, 10th Dec 2007
Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall Names Cunard's New Queen

Continuing a grand royal tradition, HRH The Duchess of Cornwall
officially named Cunard Line's newest ocean liner, Queen Victoria,
this afternoon during a colorful and regal ceremony in...

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Sat, 8th Dec 2007
Queen Victoria To Be Named By HRH The Duchess Of Cornwall

Spectacular ceremony to herald introduction of new ocean liner

Queen Victoria, Cunard’s new ocean liner, will be named by Her Royal
Highness The Duchess of Cornwall, in the presence o...

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Thu, 6th Dec 2007
Cunard Announce New Culinary Ambassador

Cunard Line Elevates Jean-Marie Zimmermann To Global Culinary Ambassador
Chef Zimmermann to Serve as the Line's Top Culinarian

As Cunard prepares to launch its newest ocean liner, the...

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Thu, 6th Dec 2007
Queen Victoria Comes Home

New liner arrives in Southampton home port for the first time

Queen Victoria will arrive in Southampton for the first time on Friday, December 7 and berth at the
City Cruise Terminal ...

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Mon, 3rd Dec 2007
Queen Victoria's Cunard Royal Spa & Fitness Centre

Queen Victoria's Cunard Royal Spa & Fitness Centre is set to redefine the modern spa experience at sea.
The luxurious 13,000 square foot spa is beautifully appointed and features a glass-enclo...

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Mon, 3rd Dec 2007
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Extends Exclusive Partnership With Jean-Michel Cousteau

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the world's #1 small-ship operator by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, has signed a three-year extension of its exclusive partnership with renowned naturalist Jean-Mi...

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Mon, 26th Nov 2007
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Guests Can Attend Rio De Janeiro's World-Famous Carnival Competition

Regent offering special access to legendary "Winner's Parade" at Rio's Carnival during 2008 South America voyage
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Thu, 22nd Nov 2007
Cunard Takes Delivery Of Queen Victoria

The ceremony, to take place on board the new 90,000-ton vessel at the Fincantieri Marghera shipyard, marks the completion of a ship noted for striking interiors on a par with the ‘floating palaces’ of...

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Wed, 21st Nov 2007
Cunard Continues Tradition of British Heritage with Unique Sporting Pursuit Aboard Queen Victoria

New Ship to Feature First Recreational Fencing at Sea, partnering with Leon Paul Fencing Company, Supplier to Olympians
In a move that underscores Cunard's tradition of British heritage and on...

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Tue, 13th Nov 2007
Crystal's New Certified Wine & Cheese Sommeliers Offer Guests A World Of Gastronomic Exploration

Where can connoisseurs savor the perfect pairing of 'vin et fromage' from a 25,000-bottle cellar of more than 350 labels and 40 types of cheeses while travelling the globe? Where can the intrepid tra...

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Fri, 9th Nov 2007
Seadream Yacht Club Honoured In Berlitz Book

Top Scores Once Again for SeaDream I and II
Author Rates SeaDream Twins Above Luxury In Special Category Called "Exclusive"
Its elegant twin yachts SeaDream I and II have achie...

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Fri, 2nd Nov 2007
SeaDream Yacht Club Publishes Cookbook

SeaDream Yacht Club has created and published a cookbook---a logical step for a company whose cuisine has been honored with awards and accolades from authoritative publications---and highly prai...

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Thu, 1st Nov 2007
Regent Seven Seas Cruises' 2008 Food And Wine Voyages Highlight Global Cuisine

Guests learn culinary secrets from Le Cordon Bleu® chefs, former White House executive chef Walter Scheib and California restaurateur Cindy Pawlcyn
Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the "#1 Sma...

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Fri, 26th Oct 2007
Azamara Cruises Introduces Azamara Quest

Azamara Cruises is on a quest to conquer the deluxe cruise market. The new cruise brand today officially adds the 694-guest Azamara Quest to its fleet, as the ship sets sail on a series of exotic Cari...

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Wed, 24th Oct 2007
Berlitz Places Cunard At The Top Of The List Of Major Cruise Lines

Legendary operator of Queen Mary 2, Queen Elizabeth 2 and the soon-to-launch Queen Victoria is ranked Number 1 of the top ten cruise companies in the 2008 Berlitz Guide to Ocean Cruising & Cruise Ship...

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Tue, 23rd Oct 2007
Regent Seven Seas Renews Agreement to Operate Paul Gauguin

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the world's #1 small-ship operator in 2007 by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, has reached an agreement with ship owner Paul Gauguin Shipping Limited (PGSL) that exten...

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Mon, 22nd Oct 2007
Seadream Yacht Club Introduces New Elegant And Functional Website

SeaDream Yacht Club has introduced an elegant and highly functional new website, branding it by the distinctive title "It's Yachting, Not Cruising"---the SeaDream mantra that reinforces its well-known...

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Fri, 19th Oct 2007
Seabourn Announces ‘Seabourn Odyssey’ Inaugural Itineraries

$250 Million Ship Begins The Next Generation Of Ultra Luxury Cruising
The Yachts of Seabourn is pleased to announce that the world’s most luxurious cruise vessel, Seabourn Odyssey, will launch ...

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Tue, 16th Oct 2007
Condé Nast Traveler Readers Vote Crystal Cruises Best Cruise Line

Highest Score of All Cruise Lines – Large and Small

With one of its highest scores ever, Crystal Cruises has once again been voted the “Best Large-Ship Cruise Line” by the readers of the pr...

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Mon, 15th Oct 2007
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Named World's Best Small-Ship Cruise Line

Luxury Cruise Line Earns Top Honours at Condé Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards
Readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine voted Regent Seven Seas Cruises "#1 Small-Ship Cruise Line" in the...

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Wed, 10th Oct 2007
Swan Hellenic Launches Second Edition Brochure

Swan Hellenic’s Discovery Cruises today launches its second edition brochure, which will also feature a preview section with thirteen new cruises for spring, summer and autumn 2009. Lord Sterling, ...

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Wed, 10th Oct 2007
Cunard To Build ‘Queen Elizabeth’

Cunard Line announces that it has ordered a new 92,000-ton liner, to be named ‘Queen Elizabeth’, scheduled to enter service in the autumn of 2010. Cunard signed an agreement with Italian shipbuilder F...

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Mon, 8th Oct 2007
Regent Seven Seas Cruises' Launch 2008 History 'Circles of Interest'

Regent Seven Seas Cruises (RSSC), voted the world's #1 large-ship operator by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, has scheduled three Circles of Interest enrichment programs focusing on world history in ...

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Tue, 2nd Oct 2007
Silversea Rolls Out 12 "Silver Links" Theme Cruises For 2008

Ultra-luxury Silversea Cruises will once again host its popular "Silver Links" golf programme on 12 diverse itineraries aboard Silver Shadow and Silver Whisper in 2008. The programme offers golf ...

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Sun, 30th Sep 2007
Cunard Keep Traditions Alive on Queen Victoria

From Afternoon Tea to Cocktails and Dining, Queen Victoria's Restaurants and Bars Showcase Cunard's Singular Grasp on Tradition and Innovation.
Whether guests are enjoying tea in the Queens Roo...

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Fri, 28th Sep 2007
Amadeus Waterways Releases Cruising to Portugal & Spain Brochure

Amadeus Waterways has just released its 2008/2009 Cruising Portugal & Spain brochure, presenting a new exciting program along the beautiful Douro River Valley. You begin your journey with three nights...

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Fri, 28th Sep 2007
Cunard's Queen Victoria Completes Sea Trials

Queen Victoria has successfully completed her sea trials. Sea trials are undertaken to ensure that ships operate safely and efficiently and as such, the performance is tested in order to identify a...

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Wed, 26th Sep 2007
Silversea Aquire Expedition Cruise Ship

Silversea Cruises' parent company, Silversea Cruises Group Ltd., announced today that it has purchased the expedition ship World Discoverer. The company took delivery of the vessel in Singapore on 17...

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Tue, 25th Sep 2007
Crystal Has The Fastest Internet at Sea

Quicker Connections and Downloads Help Guests Optimize Time Online
Luxury cruise specialist Crystal Cruises has significantly upgraded its onboard computer network with new state-of-the-art tec...

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Sat, 22nd Sep 2007
New Training Academy For Super Yacht Crew

With qualified crew for Superyachts in short supply and demand for luxury boats at an all time high, a new training academy is now on hand to keep Captains and owners afloat. Flagship Supery...

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Fri, 21st Sep 2007
New Overland Adventures Feature Exotic Travels on Crystal Cruises 2008 World Cruise

The Kingdom Of Bhutan Is Revealed As Crystal Cruises Treks Into The High Himalayas New Overland Adventures Feature Exotic Travels in Bhutan and India During Crystal’s 2008 World Cruise In sp...

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Thu, 20th Sep 2007
Seabourn Gets Million Dollar Makeover

Seabourn 'Sisters' Slated for Multi-Million Dollar Makeovers Renovations Increase Capacities for Outdoor Dining, Entertainment on Board The three award-winning Yachts of Seabourn, Seabourn Pri...

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Wed, 19th Sep 2007
Vintage Room Dinner on Crystal Featuring Rare Wines

$1,250 Per Person for Crystal Cruises' Most Extravagant Vintage Room Dinner to Date A nearly impossible-to-get 1961 German Riesling and a 1959 Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac (rated 100 by...

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Tue, 18th Sep 2007
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Announce 2008 Circles of Interest

Regent Seven Seas Cruises' 2008 Circles of Interest Provide Enrichment Programs Based on Special Interests

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, voted the world's #1 large-ship operator by readers of Condé ...

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Sat, 15th Sep 2007
QE2 Sets Sail for 40th Anniversary Celebration Round Britain Cruise

Distinguished guests, top travel agents and past passengers of Queen Elizabeth 2 were invited for a special VIP lunch on board the world’s most famous liner in Southampton on Saturday 15th September, ...

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Thu, 13th Sep 2007
Oberoi Launches Brand New Nile Cruiser October 2007

Once again Oberoi have re-defined luxury, this time introducing the ultimate Nile Cruiser… Discover ancient monuments, botanical gardens, age old temples, obelisks and tombs as you watch five tho...

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Thu, 13th Sep 2007
Peter Deilmann’s Deutschland Sails The Seas Of Europe, Africa And Asia In 2008

Peter Deilmann Cruises ocean-going flagship, MS Deutschland, is sailing 33 world-class itineraries ranging from five to 20 nights during its 2008-2009 season and has detailed these deluxe cruises in a...

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Mon, 10th Sep 2007
Her Royal Highness The Duchess Of Cornwall To Name Cunard’s New Queen Victoria

At this ceremony, Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall will perform the Naming of the ship. This naming will be a milestone in both Cunard and British maritime history, and will be a major event...

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Sun, 9th Sep 2007
Silversea Voted World's Best Cruise Line

Silversea Voted World's Best Cruise Line For the eighth time, ultra luxury Silversea Cruises has been voted "World's Best Small Ship Cruise Line" at the highly prestigious Condé Nast Traveller awa...

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Sun, 9th Sep 2007
Historic 40th Anniversary Voyage For QE2

While the primary purpose of the voyage is to celebrate the anniversary of QE2’s launch, two other significant Cunard anniversaries will be marked: the 100th anniversary of Mauretania’s departure from...

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Fri, 7th Sep 2007
Silversea Signs John Cleese And Darren Jordan

Silversea Signs John Cleese And Darren Jordan To Join Exciting Enrichment Line-Up For World Cruise 2008 [ London – 7th September 2007 ] British celebrities including actor and comedic legend ...

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Thu, 6th Sep 2007
Crystal Cruises Voted Favourite Cruise Line

Crystal Cruises Voted Favourite Cruise Line: Large Ship At Condé Nast Traveller Reader Awards For the first time ever, ultra-luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises has been voted “Favourite Cruise L...

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Sat, 25th Aug 2007
Crystal Cruises - Sea & Easy

Sea and easy - Want to learn to play the piano or become a cordon bleu cook? Sign up for classes on a luxury cruise. Source: www.theaustralian.news.com.au PASSENGERS on a leisurely sea voyage ha...

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Fri, 24th Aug 2007
Regent Seven Seas Cruises World Cruises

Regent to offer simultaneous world cruises in 2009 Source: www.smartertravel.com Regent Seven Seas will offer not one, but two World cruises in 2009. The Seven Seas Voyager will depart for a 116...

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Mon, 20th Aug 2007
Cunard - QE2

Cunard Line Adds New Voyage to QE2's Farewell Season Source: Cunard Website - News Releases Valencia, CA - Cunard Line has announced an additional voyage to QE2's 2008 Farewell Season. The compa...

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Mon, 13th Aug 2007
Hebridean International Cruises - Hebridean Spirit

Onboard the Hebridean Spirit Source: Telegraph Readers of my Hotel Guru column may have divined that the hotels I appreciate the most are timeless and gentle, still in their prime in terms of se...

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Fri, 3rd Aug 2007
Amadeus Waterways - Release of 2008 Europe & Russia Brochure

Amadeus Waterways Release 2008 Europe & Russia Brochure Source: www.forimmediaterelease.net Amadeus Waterways has released its 2008 Europe & Russia Brochure, presenting a great selection of 15 f...

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Fri, 3rd Aug 2007
Oceania Cruises - New Itineraries

Oceania Cruise Reports Record Demand For New Itineraries Source: www