Category: Cruises & Boat Travel

VIVA TWO christened for luxury cruising on Europe's rivers

VIVA TWO christened for luxury cruising on Europe's rivers

By on Mar 29, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Featured, Germany, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Blue and silver confetti drifted on the Rhine breeze. A bottle of Champagne cracked on the bow. The ship’s horn boomed across Dusseldorf. “It’s a beautiful day” played on the sound system and VIVA TWO was triumphantly christened.
A family sailing holiday off Gibraltar with Rock Sailing - RYA Day Skipper Sail (Practical) Course

A family sailing holiday off Gibraltar with Rock Sailing - RYA Day Skipper Sail (Practical) Course

By on Mar 17, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Family Travel, Featured, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos
The experience of sailing through the calm waters of the Mediterranean or the Caribbean, with the wind in your hair and the sun on your skin, is one that many people dream of. But what if you have no experience or qualifications in sailing?
French Riviera yacht charter amongst glamour of the Monaco Grand Prix and Cannes Film Festival

French Riviera yacht charter amongst glamour of the Monaco Grand Prix and Cannes Film Festival

By on Mar 16, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Events, France, Regions, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Also known as the Côte d'Azur this beautiful stretch of coastline has been a symbol of glamour and luxury since the early 20th century and every year plays host to the Cannes Film Festival and the Monaco Grand Prix.
Scenic Eclipse, Antarctica luxury cruise by Scenic

Top 5 luxury expedition cruises to Antarctica

By on Mar 15, 2023 in Antarctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel
For many people a visit to Antarctica is a dream bucket list trip but access to the White Continent has never been so easy. New ships have come on to the market in the last few years making small luxury expeditions ever more accessible.
What to look forward to on an Amazon riverboat cruise in Ecuador

What to look forward to on an Amazon riverboat cruise in Ecuador

By on Mar 14, 2023 in Adventure Travel, Cruises & Boat Travel, Ecuador, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel
Winding its way through nine nations and across the heart of South America, the mighty rivers of the Amazon make for the ultimate expedition in a near-mythological realm of unimaginable biodiversity and fascinating cultures.
Finding 'Epicurean Perfection' on a leading luxury ocean cruise line

Finding 'Epicurean Perfection' on a leading luxury ocean cruise line

By on Mar 06, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Food and Drink, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, unveiled immersive new culinary programming - Epicurean Perfection - inspiring culinary exploration and experiences.
The all-new Superhawk 55 from Sunseeker

The all-new Superhawk 55 from Sunseeker

By on Mar 04, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Speciality Travel
Sunseeker has officially launched the all-new Superhawk 55. Two phenomenal launches in Europe and the USA captured the attention of yacht enthusiasts, thrill seekers and the world’s media.
Celebrity Apex Cruise: Days 4 to 7 - Belize, Cozumel, Grand Cayman and a day at sea

Celebrity Apex Cruise: Days 4 to 7 - Belize, Cozumel, Grand Cayman and a day at sea

By on Feb 27, 2023 in Belize, Caribbean, Cayman Islands, Central America, Cruises & Boat Travel, Featured, Mexico, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel
For most guests it seemed only hours since Celebrity Apex had sailed from Fort Lauderdale. First we had docked at Key West for an introduction to one of the USA’s wackiest cities. Then, we had cruised west across the Caribbean.
Review: Swan Hellenic expedition cruise to Antarctica and the Weddell Sea (part 2)

Review: Swan Hellenic expedition cruise to Antarctica and the Weddell Sea (part 2)

By on Feb 23, 2023 in Antarctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Featured, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel
What can I expect from an expedition cruise to Antarctica? Is it really that cold and will I see any animals? All these questions became a regular occurrence in my dm's and inbox during my time on the Swan Hellenic Vega in Antarctica.
Review: Swan Hellenic expedition cruise to Antarctica and the Weddell Sea (part 1)

Review: Swan Hellenic expedition cruise to Antarctica and the Weddell Sea (part 1)

By on Feb 23, 2023 in Antarctic, Cruises & Boat Travel, Featured, Polar Regions, Regions, Speciality Travel
Antarctica, a place that is still covered in mystery and only seen by brave explorers and in recent times by scientists and crazy adventurers that don't shy away from this cold elusive continent. Well, that's what most people say when you ask them about this vast wilderness at the very bottom of our planet.
Celebrity Apex Cruise: Days 1 to 3, Fort Lauderdale, Key West and a day at sea

Celebrity Apex Cruise: Days 1 to 3, Fort Lauderdale, Key West and a day at sea

By on Feb 16, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Florida, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA
Making its maiden voyage in 2021, the Celebrity Apex still looks gleamingly new with state-of-the art high-tech. This is a ship that makes the most of technology to provide its 2,910 guests, served by over 1,300 crew, with a luxurious cruising experience.
The world's first digital cruise ship experience in the metaverse

The world's first digital cruise ship experience in the metaverse

By on Jan 23, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Speciality Travel
Celebrity Cruises®, known for next generation ships at the intersection of architecture, technology and design, is sailing into the future with the launch of a new virtual experience dubbed, the ‘Wonderverse’.
Luxury on hydrofoils: The Candela C-8 electric boat

Luxury on hydrofoils: The Candela C-8 electric boat

By on Jan 21, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Speciality Travel
The new Candela C-8 ‘powered by Polestar’ is the first product from a partnership between Polestar and Candela.
Orient Express unveils the world's largest sailing ship

Orient Express unveils the world's largest sailing ship

By on Jan 17, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Speciality Travel
140 years after the launch of its first luxury trains, the Orient Express legend continues with the unveiling of the world's largest sailing ship, Orient Express Silenseas.
The classic Italian Grand Tour around Naples, the Amalfi Coast and down to Sicily aboard a luxury charter yacht

The classic Italian Grand Tour around Naples, the Amalfi Coast and down to Sicily aboard a luxury charter yacht

By on Jan 12, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Italy, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
New year, classic destination. Naples and the Amalfi Coast are at the heart of one of the most glorious areas in Europe to explore and is perhaps why they were a ‘must’, on the Grand Tours of the early 19th century.
Revolutionary new ship for Silversea Cruises: Silver Nova

Revolutionary new ship for Silversea Cruises: Silver Nova

By on Jan 11, 2023 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Speciality Travel
Silversea Cruises® has revealed full details on the public venues aboard its new ship Silver Nova℠, including the largest array of bars, lounges, and restaurants of any ultra-luxury cruise ship.