It’s been called a game changer for Holland America. The brand new Koningsdam, the first of the new Pinnacle class of ships, has officially set sail. Holland America says it represents a new era in design for the line – and from these stunning images, we’d have to agree. Photographer Michel Verdure was one of … Read more
Year-round Australian favourite Carnival Spirit is headed to China. Ok, so it’s not until 2018 and only for a few months over the Australian winter. But it means that Australian cruisers who love to travel in the cold moths will have one less ship to choose from. In wave season, you can hardly move in … Read more
Carnival’s new Fathom line has finally been granted approval to begin sailing to Cuba in May this year. Carnival began promoting the cruises in mid-2015 when authorisation was granted from the United States, however approval from the Cuban side was only issued on Tuesday this week. The cruises are part of an overall relaxation of … Read more
Another terrorist attack in a European capital has sent shockwaves around the world and, once again, raises the question of the immediate future of tourism in Europe. The bombings in Brussels come close behind similar attacks in Turkey and Paris, and many in the industry are wondering how this will affect travellers. Speaking at a … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] New England — the birthplace of America — is filled with rich history, cultural attractions, fascinating cities, scenic villages, and outdoor adventures at every turn. Discover white sandy beaches and lighthouses, brilliant fall foliage, expansive lakes, panoramic mountain views, and dockside restaurants with delicious seafood chowder, lobster, and blueberry pie. Travellers taking a cruise … Read more
Lively, captivating and compelling, Jamaica has a spirit all its own. Nearly 90 percent of population is of African descent, and the influence can be felt through Jamaica’s music, food, art and culture. Hailed as the birthplace of reggae, this uniquely Jamaican style of music found international fame, due largely to the success of its most … Read more
The British Virgin Islands are made up of four main islands; Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and Jost Van Dyke. BVI was colonised by the Brits in 1672 and remains a British Overseas Territory though, unusually, there’s very little British influence to be found. The main island is Tortola, home to business and trade and the capital, Road … Read more
Located between the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, the twin-island country of Antigua and Barbuda was named by Christopher Columbus in 1493 in honour of Spain’s Virgin of La Antigua. Barbuda means bearded in Spanish and the island was named after wild fig trees found in the region which have a beard like appearance. … Read more
A huge & diverse, yet quintessentially Western country, the United States of America is larger than life.