MSC Lirica Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 6 Oct 2025 MSC Lirica was launched in 2003 and refurbished in 2015. It has 10 passenger decks and a capacity for 1,984 guests and 720 crew. Decorated in a Mediterranean style, the ship is elegant and comfortable. It attracts young couples and solo travellers and families … Read more
Norwegian Escape Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 6 Oct 2025 Norwegian Escape was launched in 2015. It has a length of 1,070 feet and a gross tonnage of 164,600. The family-friendly ships is a floating resort with an aqua park, numerous bars and restaurants and activities to keep all age groups entertained. It has … Read more
Norwegian Gem Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 6 Oct 2025 Norwegian Gem was built in 2007 and underwent refurbishing projects in 2015. It has a length of 965 feet and a gross tonnage of 93,530. Norwegian Gem cruises from New York year-round and the passengers are mostly from Canada and United States with a … Read more
MSC Fantasia Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 6 Oct 2025 Launched in December 2008, MSC “Fantasia” has 13 passenger decks and can accommodate 3,274 guests and 1,325 crew. MSC Fantasia showcases a European style with two decks of public space. The ship attracts young couples and solo travellers and families with children of all … Read more
Seven Seas Mariner Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 26 Sep 2025 Seven Seas Mariner was launched in 2001 and extensively refurbished in 2014. The all-suite, all-balcony luxury liner is ideal for experienced solo cruisers and couples, and appeals to the over 50s. The 48,075 tonne ship boasts one of the highest passenger/space ratios at … Read more
Seabourn Odyssey Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 26 Sep 2025 SeabournÂ’ Odyssey was launched in 2009, as the first of a new family of ships for the luxury Seabourn line. The ship has a relaxed, yacht-like ambience and high-quality, yet unobtrusive service. Its passenger/space ratio is one of the highest at sea so the … Read more
Seabourn Quest Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 26 Sep 2025 Launched in 2011, Seabourn Quest is a relatively small ship, but has one of the highest passenger/space ratios at sea. It has four restaurants providing international cuisine, plus six lounges and bars. The atmosphere on board is one of casual luxury and while the … Read more
Seabourn Sojourn Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 26 Sep 2025 A small luxury ship, Seabourn Sojourn was launched in 2010 with one of the highest passenger/space ratios in the cruise industry. It offers a high level of service in elegant surrounds, reminiscent of a luxury yacht. Sojourn has a spacious public area on deck … Read more
Silver Wind Published by Bernadette Chua Published on 26 Sep 2025 Silver Wind was launched in 1995 and refurbished in 2008. It is popular with well-travelled couples over the age of 50 who expect good service and fine food. Silver Wind sails Mediterranean itineraries, which includes departure from Venice, Rome and Barcelona, and Caribbean cruises … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
