Adventure Awaits in 2023/2024

Silversea Cruises has commenced an exclusive pre-sale to Venetian Society members on more than 280 new itineraries for 2023/2024, unveiling its largest-ever destination offering in a single itinerary launch.
A Far East-West Odyssey

Silversea Cruises has commenced pre-sale on its World Cruise 2024, a 132-day odyssey aboard the Silver Shadow entitled Far East-West.
Oceania Reveals New Suites, Staterooms for Vista

Oceania Cruises has given a tantalizing peek at the suites and staterooms of its newest vessel, Visa, which debuts in early 2023.
Emerald Cruises Launches New Epic Voyages

Emerald Cruises has launched a series of new Epic Voyages to help avid cruise travelers make up for time lost during the Covid-19 pandemic. 
Nikon’s Stylish New Shooter

Just in time for travel’s triumphant return, Nikon has created the new Z fc, a DX-format camera, combining the latest mirrorless technology with classic design and functionality.

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Crystal Welcomes Polar Expedition Yacht Crystal Endeavor

Crystal Expedition Cruises has officially welcomed its new 20,200 GRT luxury expedition yacht Crystal Endeavor to the Crystal fleet.
Great Plains Expeditions Creates New Botswana Experience

Launching with Botswana, a country of diverse beauty and outstanding wildlife, Great Plains Expeditions – Botswana will bring guests back to true remoteness and pristine wilderness for an exclusive journey of discovery. 
First Banyan Tree Escape to Open in Bali

With a “no walls, no doors” concept, Banyan Tree is set to launch Buahan, its first Banyan Tree Escape property, in Bali’s spiritual heartland. 
Could This Be the World’s Most Sustainable Journey?

Up Norway’s newest offering along the historic Discovery Route combines personal wellness with the wellbeing of the entire ecosystem.
Coral Expeditions Creates New Across the Top Expeditions

Small ship cruise line Coral Expeditions has created two special departures ‘Across the Top’ of Australia for early in the new year.
Belmond Launches First Chapter of New Travel Experiences

Belmond has created the first chapter of its new series of one-of-a-kind experiences, available at its hotels and on its trains globally. 

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The Garden Under the Sea

The Coral Greenhouse, stage one of the Great Barrier’s stunning new Reef Museum of Underwater Art, has been unveiled in Australia.

Silversea Cruises has commenced pre-sale on its World Cruise 2024, a 132-day odyssey aboard the Silver Shadow entitled Far East-West.
Silversea to Showcase Asia in 2021 / 2022

As part of its new 2021/2022 itineraries, Silversea Cruises has unveiled 17 new sailings in Asia, with three ships based in the region for the first time.
Silversea Adds Private Transfers As Standard

Silversea Cruises has become the first ultra-luxury cruise line to offer guests private executive transfers as standard after entering into an exclusive collaboration with global chauffeur service Blacklane.
Regent Names Newest Luxury Vessel

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has named its highly anticipated new ship the Seven Seas Grandeur, with the new vessel joining the fleet in 2023. 
New Venetian Society Cruises for 2022

Silversea Cruises today unveiled two new Venetian Society Reunion sailings for 2022, offering members of Silversea’s close-knit loyalty program the chance to reunite at sea.
Hidden Private Dining Awaits Regent Suite Guests

Guests staying in Regent Seven Seas’ top suites can enjoy an intimate and relatively unknown private dining experience with a handful of selected souls. 
Windstar Recommences Cruising With Greek Isle Itinerary

Eager to feel the wind against your face once again? Windstar recommences cruises this month with an exciting Greek Isles itinerary. 

Scenic has released full details of its 2022/2023 Scenic Eclipse Europe and the Mediterranean voyages and land journeys collection.
Warmer Days Ahead for Scenic Eclipse

Scenic has released full details of its 2022/2023 Scenic Eclipse Europe and the Mediterranean voyages and land journeys collection.
Doing the Time Fijian Warp

Nick Walton travels back in time with a visit to remote Yasawa Island, one of Fiji’s most iconic island retreats.
Windstar to Require Vaccinations

Until further notice, Windstar Cruises will require proof of a current Covid-19 vaccination for all guests sailing aboard Windstar’s yachts.
The City on the Lake

Nestled on the banks of Lake Geneva in the French-speaking region of Vaud, the medieval city of Lausanne is famed for its 12th-century Gothic cathedral, its 19th century Palais de Rumine, and its cutting edge gastronomy. An all year playground, this ancient city has a little something for everyone.
Vista Set to Join Oceania Cruises Fleet

Joining the Oceania Cruises fleet in 2023, the Vista represents a view to … Read more

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Explore Stewart Island on New Heritage Explorer Adventure

New Zealand’s Heritage Expeditions now gives intrepid travelers the opportunity to experience a primeval world during new itineraries to the country’s remote Stewart Island.
UnCruise Adventures Returns to Alaska Cruising for 2021

Small ship cruise line UnCruise will recommence its Alaska cruises earlier than expected after moving departures from Washington State to Juneau. 
Regent Seven Seas Cruises to Return to Sailing

Regent Seven Seas Cruises returns to sailing with the inaugural season of Seven Seas Splendor departing the UK in September 2021.
Crystal Endeavor’s Luxury Iceland Expeditions See Demand

If you were hoping to cruise Iceland’s dramatic coastline with the Crystal Endeavor, you’ll need to be quick as more than 50 percent of cabins are snapped up in the first 24 hours. 
Seabourn to Add New Barbados Voyages in July

Luxury cruise line Seabourn has partnered with the Government of Barbados to developing plans to restart guest sailings on a second ship from July 2021. 
Time to Ride Pikes Peak

The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway, America’s highest railway reaching a height of 14,115 feet, is back and promises to be better than ever.

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Paradise Bound

Fiji remains one of the South Pacific’s favourite destinations and the South Seas experience begins the moment you board Fiji Airways.

Always First in Style

Despite the decline of first class across the industry, American Airlines still strives to offer the ultimate flying experience in its first class cabin on its new flights between Los Angeles and Hong Kong.
Vancouver or Bust

The cutting-edge business class product available on Air Canada 787 and selected 777-300ER aircraft makes long-haul travel a breeze.

Canadian All Stars

Nick Walton discovers consistent levels of service complement Air Canada’s market-leading business class product to perfection.

Trans-Pacific Perfection

In creating its Polaris business class, United Airlines has tapped into the demands of today’s savvy world traveller, discovers Nick Walton.
Flying the Dream to Santiago

The new American Airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner adds new levels of sophistication to the airline’s routes across Latin America, discovers Nick Walton on a recent flight between Dallas and Santiago.

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