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Azamara reveals 2026 World Cruise

AZAMARA has unveiled details of its 2026 World Cruise which is scheduled to depart in early Jan 2026 from Miami.

The exclusive MSC Yacht Club is the cruise line’s highly successful “ship within a ship” concept which provides a secure, peaceful retreat for about 200 lucky pampered guests.

LOCATED at the rear of the vessel, the MSC Yacht Club aboard Euribia has a private pool, sundeck, lounge and restaurant along with 24-hour concierge service, butlers and a host of unbeatable included benefits.

Porthole 28 Sep 23

CRUISERS visiting the North Atlantic’s Faroe Islands should keep their eyes peeled for a huge new creature of the deep.

On location inAlesund 28 Sep 23

MSC shorepower is on an even Kiel

MSC Cruises’ new MSC Euribia has been part of the formal inauguration of a new shorepower facility at the port of Kiel in northern Germany.

Aurora rolls out the red carpet

AURORA Expeditions has announced its second and third Founders voyage, with Australian climber Greg Mortimer to lead two cruises as part of the line’s Special Guest Program for its 2023/24 season.

NTIA finalists named

THE Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) has announced the finalists for its National Travel Industry Award (NTIA) voted categories, with Viking nominated in both cruise classes (CW breaking news yesterday).

See me after class

SEMESTER 3 of Norwegian Cruise Line’s class of 2023 is in session, with a focus on “Destination Europe”.

There’s an array of entertainment each evening aboard MSC Euribia, with several venues showcasing theatrical productions including the Delphi Theatre at the ship’s stern.

GUESTS need to reserve spots for the popular shows, but attendance is free and bookings can be easily made either via the MSC for Me app, interactive screens on the ship or even via in-room TVs.

Porthole 27 Sep 23

THOSE pesky dingoes on Queensland’s K’gari, formerly known as Fraser Island, have taken their affronts to a new level after one was spotted raiding a boat anchored offshore from the World Heritage-listed site.