Some of Europe’s most popular destinations have reportedly been given permission to further delay full implementation of the EU’s new biometric border checks. Passenger queue to clear border control at a European control point.A number of countries appear to have tacitly been given permission not to fully implement EESThe Times reports France, Belgium, the Netherlands, […]
MSC Cruises informed guests that it’s adjusting the itinerary of one of its upcoming cruises to Alaska and British Columbia onboard the MSC Poesia. According to a statement sent to booked guests, the September 21, 2026, voyage will no longer include scenic cruising through Endicott Arm. “We understand this is an experience many guests look […]
Viking’s latest ocean ship, the Viking Astrea, was launched at Fincantieri’s Ancona shipyard. With a propulsion system partially powered by liquid hydrogen and fuel cells, the vessel is said to represent a further step in the development of innovative technological solutions for an increasingly sustainable cruise industry. With a gross tonnage of approximately 54,300 tons, […]
Celebrity Eclipse Repositions to the Mediterranean for the Fall Season The Celebrity Eclipse arrived in Barcelona earlier this month to kick off its fall season in the Mediterranean. The ship was one of Celebrity Cruises’ vessels in the region for the summer, having spent the past few months offering itineraries in Northern Europe. In late […]
Carnival Reveals Tropicale Features as Bookings Open Carnival Cruise Line has opened bookings for the Carnival Tropicale, its newest ship and the fifth and final addition to its Excel class. Announcing the opening of bookings, the cruise line highlighted new entertainment options onboard, including: Some of the dining venues onboard will include Uku Lei Lei, […]
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Great ships but they gear to European folks even in the USA. Food is poor. Lots of announcement in foreign languages that get irritating The Buffet is awesome though..
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MSC is our Favorite cruise company but we are European and I agree the announcements are a real pain especially in the lifeboat drill, but no one can deny the ships are stunning.
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