Silversea’s Silver Cloud has completed an extensive two-month refurbishment at a total investment of over $40 million to become an ice class expedition vessel. The ship has undergone comprehensive enhancements including extensive steel reinforcements, new sonars for underwater detection and new windows resistant to polar temperatures. The ship can carry 254 passengers
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O, The Oprah Magazine and Holland America Line Embark on Partnership
Holland America Line and O, The Oprah Magazine announced an exclusive partnership that will unite the cruiseline passion for travel with O's deep commitment to connection and personal growth. Oprah Winfrey; O The Oprah Magazine editor at large Gayle King; and others will join the inaugural O, The Oprah Magazine
Oceania Cruises Makes a new Homeport in Manhattan
Oceania Cruises is going to be the only upscale cruise line to homeport in New York City, with more than 20 planned voyages beginning in 2017. Sailing from Manhattan’s convenient West Side cruise terminal at 48th street, the intimate and luxurious Insignia will offer an array of round-trip and open-jaw
Sailing From Paris to Normandy
Normandy, the picturesque French province on the Atlantic coast, is a land of sprawling landscapes that inspired painters, writers and composers, a land forever associated with the heroic battle of D-Day on June 6, 1944. The best way to explore the region is aboard a river cruise, sailing down the Seine
Exploring Vietnam And Cambodia
Vietnam and Cambodia are lands of ancient temples, magical landscapes, sprawling rice fields, friendly people, and painful history. They are developing countries emerging after years of wars and brutal regimes. The best way to explore these lands and get a glimpse into a disappearing way of life, is with a Mekong
Cruising with the MSC Divina
Cruising Italy & The Dalmatian Coast
The bus moves slowly along the winding road, carefully climbing the volcanic slopes of Sicily’s Mt. Etna. Fertile terraces laden with manicured vineyards stretch far into the horizon. Villages with white washed homes and red roofs bask in the sun, shaded by leafy chestnut, almond and hazelnut trees. We are invited
Gems of Northern Italy
Northern Italy is home to Milan, Venice, Verona, Padua, Bologna and Ravenna, cities rich in history, beauty, and UNESCO heritage sites. One of the best ways to explore these gems is with Uniworld’s ship River Countess, on a cruise from Venice. THE SHIP The River Countess offers 82 staterooms (151 sq.ft.) and
Cruising the Caribbean on the Silver Spirit
The sunny Caribbean islands attract many cruise lovers, but only savvy travelers understand that cruising is not only about the destination, but also about the journey. Sailing on a Silversea ship is an experience in itself. We sailed with the Silver Spirit on a seven day voyage from Fort Lauderdale to Puerto