Looking Ahead
Michael Wilson
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Your April 2023 Update from Michael Wilson
13 Apr 2023
Hello and welcome to my April 2023 update! With the recent clock change and the lighter evenings upon us, it really is starting to feel like spring. Hopefully, with the last of the cold weather behind us, we can look forward to my favourite part of the year and the…
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Cruise Lines
Princess Cruises Plans Coronation Celebrations on Southampton Sailings
12 Apr 2023
Princess Cruises is promising guests aboard its UK-based ships an array of coronation-themed events and entertainment to mark the crowning of King Charles III next month. Sky Princess and Regal Princess are both embarking on cruises from Southampton when the event takes place, with extra-special festivities planned on board. Live…
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European Adventures Await Princess Cruises in 2024
05 Apr 2023
A number of ships in the Princess Cruises fleet will be destined for Europe throughout the 2024 season, including the brand-new Sun Princess. Princess Cruises has released 162 departures across 85 unique itineraries from February to December 2024. Sun Princess will begin her inaugural season with 10-day Grand Mediterranean and…
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Silversea Cruises Launches New Suite Upgrades Promotion
04 Apr 2023
Silversea Cruises has released its new Suite Upgrades promotion, which includes exclusive benefits on select sailings departing before 31 May 2024. The sale is applicable to door-to-door fares and includes up to a two-category upgrade on certain suite categories, as well as a $1,000 shipboard credit per suite. Silversea’s door-to-door…
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Cruise Ships
Icon of the Seas to Debut New Bars and Nightlife
30 Mar 2023
The newest Royal Caribbean ship, Icon of the Seas, is set to feature a variety of new bars and nightlife when she debuts in January 2024. Among the highlights will be Lou’s Jazz ‘n Blues, located in the open-air Central Park with live performances of soulful classics and jazz-pop tunes….
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P&O Cruises Plans Significant Investment in Arcadia and Aurora
28 Mar 2023
P&O Cruises has announced details of a multi-million-pound investment in its two adults-only ships, Arcadia and Aurora. The initial upgrades are due to be completed by May 2023, including new balcony furniture and chairs in cabins, as well as improvements to open-deck areas. New lounge chairs, sofas, tables and armchairs…
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Entertainment
MSC Euribia Promises New Entertainment Concepts
23 Mar 2023
The latest ship to join the MSC Fleet, MSC Euribia, will deliver a number of brand-new entertainment concepts when she launches later this year. Seven new theatrical shows are in the pipeline at the Delphi Theatre, while one of the largest big bands at sea will take to the stage…
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Cruise Tips
What is a Conservatory Mini Suite on Arvia and Iona?
21 Mar 2023
If space and comfort are top of your wish list when it comes to choosing a cabin, a Conservatory Mini Suite on Arvia or Iona is just the ticket. These new stateroom types were introduced to the Excel Class ships for the first time, and having experienced them for ourselves…
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Ship Namings
Arvia Officially Named in Barbados Ceremony
17 Mar 2023
The arrival of the newest P&O Cruises ship Arvia was always going to be a lavish affair, and the sunshine ship certainly received the official welcome she deserved yesterday (16 March 2023). Barbados played host to the star-studded event, which saw the 5,200-passenger ship docked off the coast of the…
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Fred. Olsen Unveils 2024/25 Sailing Programme
14 Mar 2023
Fred. Olsen will be sailing an exciting array of new itineraries in 2024/25, including those specially timed to make the most of natural wonders and destination events. Guests will have the opportunity to follow natural bird migrations, witness meteor showers and even encounter humpback whales. The cruise line will also…
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