7 January 2021
Celebrity Cruises today launch an unbelievable sale for 2021. Flights to Europe from £99pp Flights to Caribbean/Alaska have £150pp OFF This combined with the new Always Included program sees you able to book a full cruise package. From now on every Celebrity Cruise will automatically have free drinks, tips & Wi-Fi included. More details can be seen in the pictures. Further to these announcements Celebrity are offering repeat customers who are part of t
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MSC Grandiosa - Ship Visit
14 November 2019
On Tuesday 12th November we were invited onboard MSC Grandiosa for an overnight to experience the ship and what is onboard and we absolutely loved it! The ship itself is beautiful, from the Swarovski Crystal staircases to the changing pictures on the LED roof on the main street - this ship has it all. After a short transfer of about 20 minutes from Southampton airport to the ship, check in was very straightforward. We were allocated a boarding number on arrival. When our number was called, we
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On Tuesday 12th November we were invited onboard MSC Grandiosa for an overnight to experience the ship and what is onboard and we absolutely loved it! The ship itself is beautiful, from the Swarovski Crystal staircases to the changing pictures on the LED roof on the main street - this ship has it all. After a short transfer of about 20 minutes from Southampton airport to the ship, check in was very straightforward. We were allocated a boarding number on arrival. When our number was called, we
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MSC CRUISES EXTENDS RAMÓN FREIXA PARTNERSHIP WITH TWO NEW RESTAURANTS AS PART OF TOP CHEF DINING PROGRAMME
11 May 2019
MSC Cruises, the world’s largest privately-owned cruise line and market leader in Europe, South America, South Africa and the Gulf, today announced a further extension of the highly successful partnership with two Michelin-starred Spanish chef Ramón Freixa with the opening of a further two HOLA! Tapas Bar restaurants on board MSC Meraviglia from May and MSC Grandiosa when the new ship launches later this year. Gianni Onorato, CEO of MSC Cruises commented: “We have a number of
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MSC Cruises, the world’s largest privately-owned cruise line and market leader in Europe, South America, South Africa and the Gulf, today announced a further extension of the highly successful partnership with two Michelin-starred Spanish chef Ramón Freixa with the opening of a further two HOLA! Tapas Bar restaurants on board MSC Meraviglia from May and MSC Grandiosa when the new ship launches later this year. Gianni Onorato, CEO of MSC Cruises commented: “We have a number of
NEW Arosa Alva
8 May 2019
Our newest ship A-ROSA ALVA was christened on 30 April 2019 in Porto by German singer, songwriter and actress, Yvonne Catterfeld, the ship’s Godmother and A-ROSA’s brand ambassador in a ceremony attended by many partners, journalists and A-ROSA employees. Following tradition, Yvonne Catterfeld wished the ship and the crew good luck for the sailings ahead, a champagne bottle was broken over the hull and our guests then enjoyed red and white confetti. The ship then sailed away for a sh
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Our newest ship A-ROSA ALVA was christened on 30 April 2019 in Porto by German singer, songwriter and actress, Yvonne Catterfeld, the ship’s Godmother and A-ROSA’s brand ambassador in a ceremony attended by many partners, journalists and A-ROSA employees. Following tradition, Yvonne Catterfeld wished the ship and the crew good luck for the sailings ahead, a champagne bottle was broken over the hull and our guests then enjoyed red and white confetti. The ship then sailed away for a sh
Announcing Silver Origin
11 April 2019
Arriving summer 2020. The most elegant ship ever to sail the Galapagos. The first destination specific ship built by Silversea, Silver Origin is the height of experiential travel in the Galapagos. Never before have the islands been so superbly presented: a team of Ecuadorian national expert guides, the highest crew-to-guest ratio in the Galapagos, 8 Zodiacs, seamless hybrid spaces that offer an extraordinary voyage – for extraordinary people. All-suite accommodation, Horizon Balconies, bu
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Arriving summer 2020. The most elegant ship ever to sail the Galapagos. The first destination specific ship built by Silversea, Silver Origin is the height of experiential travel in the Galapagos. Never before have the islands been so superbly presented: a team of Ecuadorian national expert guides, the highest crew-to-guest ratio in the Galapagos, 8 Zodiacs, seamless hybrid spaces that offer an extraordinary voyage – for extraordinary people. All-suite accommodation, Horizon Balconies, bu
Brand New Celebrity Apex
29 November 2018
The second of our revolutionary Edge Class ships - Celebrity Apex - will be sailing from Southampton in April 2020 for its first ever cruises. Boasting some of the most luxurious accommodations in our fleet, Celebrity Apex will offer Edge Staterooms with Infinite Balcony and twin level Edge Villas with outdoor plunge pools, to name a few. Add to this 29 world-class culinary venues, of which 7 are brand new speciality restaurants, and signatu
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The second of our revolutionary Edge Class ships - Celebrity Apex - will be sailing from Southampton in April 2020 for its first ever cruises. Boasting some of the most luxurious accommodations in our fleet, Celebrity Apex will offer Edge Staterooms with Infinite Balcony and twin level Edge Villas with outdoor plunge pools, to name a few. Add to this 29 world-class culinary venues, of which 7 are brand new speciality restaurants, and signatu
World-renowned designer appointed Creative Director of new Cunard ship
31 October 2018
Luxury cruise company, Cunard is proud to announce that world-renowned designer, Adam D Tihany has been appointed Creative Director of its upcoming new ship. Tihany will oversee the entire interior design process of the much-anticipated, but still unnamed ship, which will join the Cunard fleet in 2022. Widely regarded as one of the world’s most talented designers, Tihany has made his name creating beautiful spaces for luxurious and iconic hotels, restaurants and resorts across t
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Luxury cruise company, Cunard is proud to announce that world-renowned designer, Adam D Tihany has been appointed Creative Director of its upcoming new ship. Tihany will oversee the entire interior design process of the much-anticipated, but still unnamed ship, which will join the Cunard fleet in 2022. Widely regarded as one of the world’s most talented designers, Tihany has made his name creating beautiful spaces for luxurious and iconic hotels, restaurants and resorts across t
MSC CRUISES ENTERS ULTRA-LUXURY SEGMENT BY PLACING ORDER FOR FOUR MORE SHIPS FROM FINCANTIERI
19 October 2018
The first of this highly-innovative new generation of ships will come into service in Spring 2023 Geneva, Switzerland and Trieste, Italy, 18 October 2018 – MSC Cruises and Fincantieri today announced the signing of a memorandum of agreement (MOA) for the construction of four ultra-luxury cruise ships for a total value in excess of EUR 2 billion. The ships, the first of which will be delivered in Spring 2023, will have gross tonnage of approximately 64,000 GT a
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The first of this highly-innovative new generation of ships will come into service in Spring 2023 Geneva, Switzerland and Trieste, Italy, 18 October 2018 – MSC Cruises and Fincantieri today announced the signing of a memorandum of agreement (MOA) for the construction of four ultra-luxury cruise ships for a total value in excess of EUR 2 billion. The ships, the first of which will be delivered in Spring 2023, will have gross tonnage of approximately 64,000 GT a
Barcelona Cruise Port Guide with Royal Caribbean
3 October 2018
Why you should sail from the Barcelona cruise port Famous for being the capital of Catalonia, Barcelona is one of our favourite port destinations. With its stunning neo-gothic architecture, delicious Spanish cuisine and beautiful scenery, Barcelona is the perfect city to visit on your cruise adventure of a lifetime. There’s lots to do and see in Barcelona for both single travellers, couples and families, so there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re planning a quick stop
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Why you should sail from the Barcelona cruise port Famous for being the capital of Catalonia, Barcelona is one of our favourite port destinations. With its stunning neo-gothic architecture, delicious Spanish cuisine and beautiful scenery, Barcelona is the perfect city to visit on your cruise adventure of a lifetime. There’s lots to do and see in Barcelona for both single travellers, couples and families, so there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re planning a quick stop
Celebrity Edge is Nearly Here!
26 September 2018
Celebrity Edge is nearly here. Watch this exciting hyperlapse video of Celebrity Edge in the making. From the stunning interior design that takes modern luxury to new heights, to the fabulous outdoor spaces that allow you to connect with the sea, get a first look here.
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Celebrity Edge is nearly here. Watch this exciting hyperlapse video of Celebrity Edge in the making. From the stunning interior design that takes modern luxury to new heights, to the fabulous outdoor spaces that allow you to connect with the sea, get a first look here.
