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The countdown is on to the launch of the latest addition to the P&O Cruises fleet. Arvia is due to set sail later this year, an Excel class ship and sister to the ever-popular Iona. Captain Robert Camby will be at the helm, and if you missed our exclusive interview…

No matter how new or technologically advanced a ship is, there are various maritime traditions that surround its launch. From superstitions to practical steps that make sure everything goes to plan, here are just some of the events that lead up to a ship embarking on that all-important first journey….

Chief Operations Officer Katie’s experience on board Rocky Mountaineer Every time we sell a Cruise & Stay holiday with a Rocky Mountaineer train journey included in the itinerary, I always get excited, because there is just something so special about this trip. So, when I got offered the chance to…

The Luxury Editorial – Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences Some travel experiences will stay with you for a lifetime, creating fond memories you can reminisce over long after you’ve returned home. Everyone’s bucket list is different, so whether yours entails seeing some of the most exquisite natural sights, or attending a live event…

When Ambassador Cruise Line launched in 2022 , it became the first new UK cruise line for more than a decade. The maiden season has already proved popular with holidaymakers, so we’re taking a closer look at what you might not already know about the new cruise line making waves…

River Cruising Guide – An Introduction to River Cruising The popularity of river cruising has soared over recent years, as holidaymakers recognise the benefits of this slower pace of travel. If you’ve never considered a river cruise before, then what are you waiting for? We’ve put together just six of…

There’s was once a rumour that when sailing between the UK and India, certain passengers would request ‘port out, starboard home’, or POSH – a way to protect themselves from the heat of the sun and take advantage of the cool breeze. This has, of course, been debunked numerous times…

Where the Whales & Dolphins are by Terry Ward With villages that look similar to mainland Portugal’s but landscapes that might remind you of a mash-up between Hawaii and New Zealand, the Azores are like no place on Earth. Located about 900 miles off the coast of Lisbon, the nine-island…

Knowing what to pack for a world cruise is one of those things that is half-exciting, half-distressing. You’re full of excitement as your holiday finally comes around, but wait, what do you pack? How do you fit a whole wardrobe of outfits into your luggage allowance? What about the shoes?…

We were lucky enough to spend a week in Portugal exploring one of the oldest wine countries in the world onboard AmaDouro, the namesake AmaWaterways ship bringing a touch of gold to the Douro River. Here’s why it should be on your holiday wish list.  There are certain things that…