A cruise can be a wonderful way to see the world. You unpack once, wake up to a different city almost every day and you’ll come back with memories as well as new friends. And yet, unless you’ve been on a cruise, the myths you hear can make you question whether it’s the right choice for you. Let’s separate fact from fiction. Myth #1 Only old people go on cruises This might...

2025 is set to see an exciting lineup of new cruise ships. MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Disney Cruises and many others are expanding their fleet. The upcoming vessels promise unique attractions, culinary adventures, and experiences designed to captivate travelers of all ages Here’s a quick look at the top 10 cruise ships launching in 2025. Ship name Cruise line Launch No. of Decks Guest capacity Maiden season MSC World America MSC Cruises April 2025 22 6762 Caribbean Norwegian Aqua Norwegian Cruise Line April 2025 20 3571 Caribbean Allura Oceania Cruises July 2025 11 1200 Mediterranean Viking...

When cruise liners talk of being eco-friendly, banning single-use plastic and installing eco-friendly shower heads is only the tip of the iceberg. The real story lies in finding cleaner fuels to power the ships. After all, cruise ships measure their daily fuel consumption in tons! As a sustainable traveler, here’s what you need to know about this new era of green cruises.   Cleaner fuel options As ships try to lower their carbon...

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...

For those of you who make a buck-list of travel experiences and destinations to visit every year, what lengths of the earth are you willing to travel this year?  If you wish you explore a place serene and captivating in equal measure, unexplored and untouched by time, the north American state of Alaska should top your bucket list. While most imagine Alaska as a far-off winter wonderland (which is undeniably...

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...

The Mediterranean region has always been a favourite holiday destination for travel lovers from all over the world. Both the Eastern and Western Mediterranean regions offer not only scenic beauty, but also a cluster of nations with rich cultural history, strikingly different cuisines and a myriad of varied historical locations, museums and nightlife options. And to top it all, these countries enjoy the belt of blue Mediterranean waters lapping at...

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...

Situated in Northern Europe, the region of Scandinavia - composed of Denmark, Norway and Sweden, is one of the most scenic destinations in the world. The region is known for its pristine natural beauty, perpetual winters, beautiful fjords and some of the best hiking destinations in Europe. Scandinavia’s abundant natural resources are in brilliant contrast to its cities such as Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm. These are some of the most...

With more and more premium cruise ships now sailing to and from destinations in Asia, this part of the world is experiencing the highest growth rate in the global cruise industry. In 2017, the cruise capacity of the Asian market is estimated to be more than 4.2 million passengers. This is almost three times the capacity in 2013 (1.5 million). An unprecedented number of travellers have visited Asia in the last...