After two years of a life-altering pandemic, the world in general has been fervently hoping and looking forward to better days ahead.  And for those of us who are cruise aficionados, the pandemic might have put a stop to our cruise vacation plans, but there is no stopping the wheel of innovation and changes fueling the global cruise industry. The world’s leading cruise lines have gone ahead with designing and building...

Like every year, cruising has scaled or rather sailed to newer heights in 2019. Keeping up with the soaring interest and expectations of passengers globally, 2019 introduced us to some of the most ambitious and grand ships seen thus far, each outshining the cruise liner’s legacy and widening the doors of what it means to cruise on the high seas. This blog takes you through a quick flashback of some...

Over the last thirty years, Celebrity Cruises has defined luxury cruising with sophisticated, cutting-edge services, stunning spaces, world-class cuisine and fascinating on-board entertainment options. Perhaps what firmly cemented Celebrity Cruises in the hearts of cruisegoers over the past three decades is their absolute and irrefutable dedication towards bringing the best of luxury cruising for their guests. Whether it was the scene stealing Celebrity Millennium that change the course of the...

When you think of bucket list of places to visit in Europe, almost everyone wants to travel to Paris and see the Eiffel Tower, Rome to see the ruins of the great Roman Empire, to visit the busy streets of Amsterdam, the icy mountains of Switzerland and the canals of Venice. In addition, there is a stunning region called the Dalmatian Coast that has a coastline stretching for 1,777 kilometers...

Summer is officially here and it’s that time of the year to beat the heat and head to cooler climes, at least for a few days. Escape the oppressive heat by heading to Europe and discovering Europe differently - from the comfort of a cruise ship sailing in the azure blue waters of the Mediterranean! The Mediterranean coast is a treasure chest of mind-blowing tourist destinations, blessed natural beauty, and...

If there is a place on earth that personifies the term ‘winter wonderland’, it would be the tucked-away northern American state of Alaska.  Seemingly untouched by time and civilization, Alaskan landscape comprises of endless countryside, sprawling forests with abundant wildlife, stunning glaciers and a coastline that is one of the most enthralling waterways in the world. For those of us who have only ever heard and seen glaciers in movies...

2018 has been, without a doubt, one of the best years the cruising industry has seen in a long while. In 2018 alone, 15 ocean going cruise ships - ranging in capacity from 100 to 5,400 passengers - were launched with new onboard attractions like electric Go-Kart courses, multi-slide water parks, laser tag arenas and floating deck space. And it clearly looks like the momentum of 2018 is carrying into...

Over the last two decades, the Middle East and most particularly the city of Dubai has shown a staggering level of growth, both in terms of its infrastructure and economy, and for becoming an absolute tourist magnet. The premier city of the United Arab Emirates, Dubai is one of the favourite destinations for travellers from India, as it is within a 3 hour flight journey from most cities in India...

If someone were to tell you that there were places where you could see the sky smeared with bright neon patches that seemed to play hide and seek over the canvas of the night-sky, you would probably say it was coming straight out of a fantasy book. But, strange as it may seem, this phenomenon is not only real, but something that can be seen multiple times in all its...

After experiencing skyrocketing growth in the last year, the cruising industry has, finally, turned its eyes towards India. And why wouldn’t they? India not only offers a lucrative market of customers yearning to enjoy luxury cruises close to home, it also has a massive coastline stretching over 5,000 kilometres, lined with ports teeming with attractions. And not just within the country, India’s proximity to other Asian ports like Abu Dhabi,...

The cruise industry is the fastest growing category in the leisure travel market with over 27 million passengers expected to cruise in 2018. To cater to this demand, cruiseliners are launching new ships with ‘never seen before’ facilities and amenities to WOW passengers. In 2018 alone, 15 oceangoing cruise ships - ranging in capacity from 100 to 5,400 passengers - will be launched with new onboard attractions like electric Go-Kart...

With snowcapped mountains, endless forests, majestic glaciers, and exquisite landscape, Alaska is one of the most scenic regions in the USA. It is also amongst the world’s top listed destinations for cruise vacations. A vacation to Alaska tends to leave people spellbound with its spectacular views, including the glaciers of Tracy Arm Fjord, College Fjord, and the Glacier Bay National Park. Visitors can also explore the many coastal towns such as...