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Vantage Travel Debuts Ocean Odyssey

Vantage Travel Debuts New Luxury Expedition Small Ship, Ocean Odyssey

BOSTON, November 21, 2022  –  Vantage Deluxe World Travel , a world-renowned deluxe cruising tour operator, is proud to debut the new five-star  Ocean Odyssey premier small ship, built for global luxury expedition travel. The ship’s inaugural cruise departed Aqaba, Jordan on course around the Arabian Peninsula bound for Dubai, UAE, on November 20.  Ocean Odyssey  and its sister ship  Ocean Explorer  will navigate worldwide with 48 itineraries that will bring travelers to all seven continents.

“The maiden voyage of the  Ocean Odyssey  marks yet another way travelers can indulge in far-flung adventures as big as the globe with the award-winning, elevated experience of a small ship environment,”   says Deirdre Dirkman, EVP Worldwide Operations & Marketing at Vantage Deluxe World Travel. “At Vantage, we provide the ultimate in small-ship luxury experiences and set the standard for women’s solo travel.”

In 2023,  Ocean Odyssey  will operate small ship discovery ocean cruises in Asia, the British Isles, the Mediterranean and Scandinavia, with plans to add Morocco, the Canary Islands and expedition cruising in Iceland in 2024.

Ocean Odyssey  offers multiple stateroom and suite options comfortable for solo travelers, couples and families. With a guest capacity of just 134, the ship has 77 spacious, all outside-facing cabins including suites with walk-out balconies and 15 solo cabins — a cruise industry first. The ship also has 30 cabins that can accommodate up to three guests for family and group experiences. Vantage offers free single supplements as well as free roommate-matching services if guests would like to be paired while traveling.

Those onboard will experience true luxury with a breadth of amenities including fine dining options, three bars, various lounges and an intimate dining space for groups and special events. Travelers can relax in the ship’s spa, sauna and hot tubs or work out in the state-of-the-art fitness center. A well-stocked library, complimentary unlimited Wi-Fi, 20+ live TV channels and video-on-demand are also available to guests. The ship’s observation deck hosts a curated variety of programming including lectures, programs, musical performances and cultural events. The ship’s low passenger-to-crew ratio ensures guest satisfaction, and Vantage’s onboard Concierge caters to guests’ every need, both before and during the cruise.

Ocean Odyssey  is outfitted with the latest satellite, sustainability and navigation capabilities, including SOLAS “Safe Return to Port” requirements and ULSTEIN X-BOW® technology, a significant enhancement for smooth sailing in polar seas.

For more information or to view itineraries, visit  www.vantagetravel.com  or call 1-800-322-6677.

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Vantage Deluxe World Travel is an award-winning, world-renowned deluxe cruising tour. The Vantage family of brands also includes Vantage Cruise Line and Vantage Adventures. The company owns and operates its own fleet of luxurious river cruise ships that sail the Rhine, Danube, Main, Moselle and Seine rivers; and also charters ships in Portugal, the Mediterranean, Russia, Asia, North America, Central America and South America.  Ocean Explorer , the company’s first oceangoing luxury expedition vessel, began cruising to some of the most remote and exciting destinations in the world in 2021. Learn more on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube or visit  www.vantagetravel.com .

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Uncover the beauty of the British Isles on this fascinating expedition voyage with . There are more than 6,000 islands comprising the British Isles, but only a handful are ever seen by curious travelers. Now, our nimble new 5-star ship, the  Ocean Odyssey , brings the best of them within easy reach.

On this small ship cruise, you’ll discover the wild Hebrides, born of volcanoes and carved by glaciers, the Isle of Man, with its distinctive Manx culture, and lush Scilly and the misty Isle of Skye. See the massive horizontal slabs that form Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland and the bizarre monoliths of Callanish, a circular ritual site older than Stonehenge. Walk around fortifications that were civilized by monks and breached by Vikings. Contrast the medieval castles of Wales with the Victorian charm of Belfast. And bookend your cruise with included stays in Dublin and Edinburgh, where you may also extend your time.

With exciting scenery, varied traditions, amazing wildlife, historic monuments, onboard lectures, and 32 included features and Cultural Discoveries, every day will be an adventure in diversity. In a handful of ports, you’ll have the opportunity to board Zodiac boats that allow you to get even closer to intimate harbors and small villages. Plus, get in-depth insights into the cultures of your destinations with onboard lectures led by your highly-knowledgeable, 5-person Expedition Team.

Best of all, as you cruise to distant shores, luxurious comfort is right at your fingertips. The  Ocean Odyssey  is designed with just 77 spacious cabins — including a landmark 15 solo cabins — for a more intimate cruising experience. And with amenities like an onboard spa, gym facilities, and gourmet dining to complement your onshore explorations, you can confidently add this remotely-rugged, eye-opening journey to your travel bucket list.

Please note: The nature of these journeys requires a certain level of physical fitness, and guests should be able to walk three miles unassisted over potentially uneven terrain, be prepared to anchor at ports requiring the use of a tender and/or Zodiac operations, and possess the physical agility to embark and disembark small crafts in unpredictable waters.

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Your British Isles voyage begins! Today you’ll fly overnight from the U.S. to Edinburgh, Scotland.

Please note: If you're taking advantage of the pre-trip extension to Edinburgh, you will follow the pre-trip itinerary until Day 4, when you'll board the Ocean Odyssey and join your fellow base travelers for the rest of the cruisetour. All activities and inclusions will be covered; please see the pre-trip extension itinerary for details.

Land in Edinburgh

If you purchased your airfare from Vantage, upon arrival in Scotland a Vantage representative will meet you and arrange transfer to your centrally located hotel. Settle in and if you like, enjoy a brief orientation in the historic center near our hotel. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a briefing and Welcome Dinner featuring musical entertainment from a traditional bagpiper. You'll also learn the history of this instrument, as well as a bit about Scottish clans, and more! 

Cultural Discovery:

• Welcome Dinner with musical entertainment from a bagpiper

Included meals:

Discover Edinburgh and come aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia

The unforgettable city of Edinburgh unfolds before you as we ride and walk on a half-day city tour. Highlights of the Old Town include Edinburgh Castle, set high above the city on Castle Rock, and St. Margaret’s Chapel. Built around 1130, it is the oldest surviving building in town. Fast-forward to 18th-century as you explore the New Town, with its elegant neoclassical and Georgian architecture. Both districts are together listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

When Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip set sail to visit their far-flung dominion, they did it on board the Royal Yacht Britannia . You'll come aboard to inspect this elegant vessel, which often hosted a retinue of more than 45 guests. It still features the furnishings and décor favored by the Queen when the ship was launched in 1953. The balance of your day is free. Your Vantage City Host will be happy to assist with tips, directions, and making reservations.

Included Feature:

• Half-day Edinburgh city tour including a visit of Royal Yacht Britannia

Wind through the Scottish Highlands to Invergordon

After breakfast, we'll transfer to our awaiting ship in Invergordon via the gorgeous Scottish Highlands. This land of high mountain valleys, rushing trout streams, sparkling lochs, and sheep-dotted pastures was once the stronghold of Gaelic-speaking Scottish clans. Following the Highland Clearances of the 18th and 19th centuries, small farmers were largely driven from the land, so today this remote region is one of the least-populated areas in Europe. Our route takes us through wildly scenic Cairngorms National Park, the largest in the U.K. We’ll stop for an included lunch in the town of Pitlochry, which blossomed as a tourist destination after Queen Victoria visited in 1842. Soon thereafter you’ll arrive in Invergordon and come aboard your ship. This evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a Captain’s Welcome Dinner.

• Panoramic drive through the Scottish Highlands

Scenic Sailing:

• Wave goodbye to Invergordon and take in the Scottish scenery from the unique vantage of the open waters as you travel toward your next destination

World War II heritage of the Orkneys

Named for the strong tides that rip past the Point of Ness, it’s no surprise that Stromness, where your ship will drop anchor, was once a vital whaling port. It was later used by the British for shipping in times of war in lieu of the English Channel. At the Stromness Museum, you’ll discover the Orkney Islands’ natural history. Then, learn about the Churchill Barriers, a series of four causeways linking the Orkney Islands that were built as naval defenses in WWII. Today, they serve as vital roads. World War II left a spiritual mark as well, and you and your fellow travelers will visit the ornate Catholic chapel built here by Italian POWs.

This afternoon, enjoy leisure time on board. 

• Morning tour of Orkney Island with visit to the Churchill Barriers
• Onboard lecture
• As you sail toward Stromness, find yourself enchanted by rustic homes on tiered hills and Old World architecture

Isle of Lewis and the mystical Callanish Stones

Enchanting thatched-roof cottages await you today when you arrive at Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis, first settled as a trade port by the Vikings. Your group will visit the prehistoric Callanish Stones — a hilltop, cross-shaped arrangement of standing stones with a circular ring and central monolith. Dating back some 5,000 years to Neolithic times, they are even older than Stonehenge and have been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Next, visit the nine thatched-roof cottages of Gearrannan Blackhouse Village. Here, at the Carloway Mills, you’ll see a demonstration of the region’s most time-honored craft — tweed-weaving. Lunch is back on board, and you'll enjoy an afternoon at leisure, with another eye-opening lecture planned. Before dinner, be entertained by a troupe of Scottish dancers!

• Half-day Isle of Lewis tour

Cultural Discoveries:

• Tweed-weaving demonstration
• Evening Scottish dance performance
• Early this morning, admire the sights of quaint Scottish towns on the coast of the Isle of Lewis as you sail on toward Stornoway

The magical Isle of Skye, the “cloud island”

If Brigadoon really exists, you might just find it today as the  Ocean Odyssey  takes you for a scenic sail around the Inner Hebrides islands, the place believed to be where Scottish Gaelic literature and music originated, weather permitting. We’ll embark on a morning sightseeing tour of Skye, the Summer Isles or the Shiant Isles archipelagos, which will reveal medieval castles, villages, and vistas of the mist-enshrouded Cuillin Hills; crystal-clear lochs; and fairy pools fed by tiny cascades and streams. You’ll be grateful for the nimbleness of your small ship, as we hug the rugged coastline and discover waterfalls that plummet off high cliff-tops right into the sea and romantic moors that sweep to the rocky shore. Watch for shorebirds and local marine life, and keep your camera at the ready! Put your discoveries into perspective today with another lecture during sailing.

We'll have lunch on board and set out to explore. In a country of scenic superlatives, Scotland’s Isle of Skye will stand out in your memories as one of the most beautiful places on Earth. You’ll enjoy a scenic daylight coach tour around the islands, and the afternoon is yours to putter around Portree.

• Scenic tour of Skye
• Depart Portree later today. Weather permitting, you’re sure to enjoy sailing around Inner Hebrides islands, a diverse archipelago that is also home to seals and seabirds

Discover the Isle of Mull in Scotland’s Inner Hebrides

This morning you’ll anchor at Tobermory, an idyllic port whose waterfront is lined with multicolored houses, cozy pubs, crafts shops and inviting restaurants. Enjoy an onboard lecture before disembarking to explore at your leisure, perhaps visiting the An Tobar Arts Centre or the Mull Aquarium. 

• Visit to Duart Castle
• The vibrant seafront homes and vast terrain of Tobermory will capture your imagination both as you arrive and depart this port

Belfast, Antrim, and the Giant’s Causeway

Locals will tell you that the Giant’s Causeway was formed when the giant Finn McCool tossed massive boulders in the water in order to battle another giant across the way in Scotland. Scientists will tell you that this amazing natural phenomenon (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) was created when basaltic lava from an ancient eruption solidified into thousands of hexagonal columns. Your eyes will tell you that you are witnessing something quite otherworldly. Also breathtaking is the power and beauty of the Antrim coast, which you’ll travel along, too. Afterward, enjoy a delightful lunch in a local restaurant before continuing on to Belfast, Northern Ireland's capital. 

The city that launched the  Titanic  is often remembered today for the Troubles — but as you’ll discover on a panoramic tour, with those days well behind it, Belfast bubbles with activity, centered on a revitalized Victoria Square. Your tour ends at the Titanic Belfast museum, where you can mull over the stories behind this ill-fated ship.

Later this evening, we’ll return to the ship for an Irish music performance before dinner.

Included Features:

• Belfast city tour
• Visit Giant’s Causeway
• Irish music session

Scenic Sailing

• Sail out of Belfast on the same route the  RMS Titanic  originally took

Time traveling on the Isle of Man

The Isle of Man is a protectorate of Great Britain, and therefore not technically a legal part of the United Kingdom. As such, it has its own independent parliament which has governed since 979 AD. Rich in flora and fauna, the island is also a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, but your focus today will be the Isle of Man’s unique culture, called Manx. After breakfast this morning, you’ll hear a lecture on Manx culture to contextualize your discoveries today, which begin in the port of Douglas.

Here in the island’s capital, we’ll transfer by coach to Cregneash village, one of the last strongholds for Manx language and customs. After, we head to Castletown, the ancient capital of the Isle of Man and home of the preserved medieval Castle Rushen, which dates back to 1250.

We’ll head back to the Ocean Odyssey for lunch, enjoying a scenic ride with photo stop at Tynwald Hill. After lunch, the balance of your afternoon is free for relaxing, or discovering more of the Isle of Man on your own. 

After dinner tonight, enjoy an onboard performance featuring local entertainers.

• Isle of Man sightseeing tour

Cultural Discoveries:  

• Lecture on Manx culture
• Evening onboard entertainment by local performers
• Admire the idyllic charm of Douglas when you cruise into the harbor this morning

Step into medieval Wales at Holyhead and Caernarfon Castle

This morning you’ll arrive in Holyhead and enjoy a short drive to majestic Caernarfon Castle, built between 1283 and 1330 by King Edward I. Today, massive Caernarfon is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it will take your breath away. Here you can walk along its interconnected walls, punctuated by impressive towers that loom above a central green studded with (now abandoned) villages. Caernarfon dominates the shoreline and you can imagine its importance in controlling coastal supply routes and providing access to the agricultural resources of neighboring lands. En route to a traditional pub lunch, your regional expert/local guide will tell you more about the castle’s fascinating history. Then, visit the National Slate Museum, nestled into a mountainside, to witness a demonstration of the vanishing Victorian-era trade of slate splitting. Later this evening, enjoy dinner, then unwind with a musical performance from a local Welsh singer.

• Full-day excursion to Caernarfon Castle
• Slate splitting demonstration at the National Slate Museum
• Evening onboard entertainment: Welsh folk music performance
• The landscape changes again upon arriving in Holyhead

Fishguard and St. David’s, the spiritual heart of Wales

After breakfast, you’ll disembark in the tiny Welsh port of Fishguard and travel to Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. This is the home of St. David's, the religious capital of Wales and the smallest city in the country. Enjoy your guided tour of the 12th-century Cathedral of St. David, which was built over a site where country’s patron saint, David, established a monastery in the 6 th century. The cathedral has been a pilgrimage destination for centuries. Other highlights include the 14th-century Tower Gate, Celtic Old Cross and a number of surrounding art galleries and pubs, which you can spend more time exploring during your afternoon at leisure. This evening before dinner, learn from a local historian about Wales’ relationship with the British Empire over the centuries. Then, be enchanted by the sounds of a classical harp performance on board.

• Half-day historical tour of St. David’s
• Lecture on Wales and the British Empire
• Evening onboard entertainment: classical Welsh harp performance
• The views are sure to be just as memorable as the name of the coastal city of Fishguard

The Abbey Gardens of Tresco, Isles of Scilly

Scattered off the Cornwall coast like a handful of pearls lie the lovely Isles of Scilly. Today after breakfast you’ll visit the Tresco, tendering ashore to a paradise of shell-strewn beaches, flower-filled heaths, and dense forests. Arriving at the Tresco Abbey Gardens you can hardly believe you are in England. For here, surrounded by protective stands of elm, sycamore, and oak, is a wonderland of exotic, subtropical flora from the Mediterranean and as far away as Brazil, Australia and South Africa. Walk with your guide among eye-popping bowers of bright orange bomarea, pink pincushion protea, spiny red and blue bromeliads, and more. Complementing the arboreal beauty are the maritime collections at the Valhalla Museum. Here you’ll admire items retrieved from shipwrecks dating back to the 17 th century, including 30 figureheads, a bronze cannon, quarter boards, and more. Back on board you’ll enjoy a leisurely lunch and an afternoon presentation on a topic that has relevance both at home and here in Britain: immigration in the United Kingdom.

• Visit the Abbey Gardens of Tresco
• Visit Valhalla Museum
• Arrive and depart in Tresco today and look forward to cruising between the varied Islands of Scilly

Windsor Castle, arrival in London

After breakfast the cruise portion of your journey concludes. You’ll disembark ship in Poole, set on the sweeping Dorset coast. It was from here that many of the troopships involved in the D-Day landings set sail for Normandy to rendezvous with history. From here you’ll transfer through the English countryside, stopping in Windsor to enjoy lunch on your own. Then, explore historic Windsor Castle, the world’s oldest occupied castle. Built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, it has served as a royal residence since then, and the current royal family, the House of Windsor, took their dynastic name from this beloved site. If you see the royal standard flying from its ramparts, that means the King is in residence! After your tour, you’ll proceed to London and check in to your hotel, perhaps taking some time to relax before you visit the city’s best-known restaurants for dinner.

• Tour of Windsor Castle
• Early this morning, sailing into Poole through the English Channel before continuing your journey

See London’s landmarks

Today’s half-day, guided panoramic city tour takes you by coach and by foot to view some of London’s most notable landmarks — Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Big Ben, Parliament, Buckingham Palace, and more. You’ll also enjoy an unforgettable visit to the Imperial War Museum. Your afternoon is at leisure and lunch is on your own. This evening, return to your hotel to celebrate with your fellow travelers at a Farewell drink and dinner.

• Half-day London city tour including visit of Imperial War Museum

Return home

After breakfast you’ll transfer to the airport for your return flight home. Or, if you’re joining our post-trip extension in Dublin, you’ll stay on for three more nights!

Please note: Ocean-cruising is not the same experience as river cruising; as such, you may experience fluctuating tides and weather patterns that may involve some rocking of your vessel. Itineraries will include all activities as planned except in extreme cases that can’t be controlled by your shipboard crew. Day-by-day itineraries are preliminary and therefore subject to change. If changes occur while on tour, you will be notified by your Cruise Director or regional expert.

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With a second expedition ship now in service, Vantage Deluxe World Travel is expanding its deployment footprint with 48 unique itineraries across both ships in 2023 and 2024.

In addition to more sailings in Antarctica and the Arctic, Vantage is adding new cruises in South America, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean.

After debuting in late 2022, the Ocean Odyssey is spending the year sailing in Asia, the British Islands, the Mediterranean and Scandinavia. Unlike its sister ship, the Ocean Explorer, the new expedition vessel won’t explore any polar regions in 2023. As part of its inaugural season in Europe, the Ocean Odyssey is offering two 10-night cruises to the Adriatic on October 3 and October 13.

Sailing to Greece, Slovenia, Montenegro and Croatia, the itineraries include visits to Piraeus, Itea, Katakolon, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Hvar, Sibenik, Pula, Rovinj and Koper.

The cruises are also highlighted by transits of the Corinth Canal in Greece. During the 2023-24 winter season, the Odyssey is also offering itineraries in Southeast Asia. On January 15, an 11-night voyage explores the Indonesian archipelago, with visits to the Belitung Islands,

Semarang, Madura, Benoa, Jimbaran Bay and more. In 2024, the 140-guest vessel is adding new destinations to its schedule, such as Morocco and the Canary Islands, and is also offering its first expedition cruises in Iceland. 

The Ocean Explorer, meanwhile, is offering more expedition sailings in 2023 and 2024, with new itineraries in Antarctica and the Arctic. In Antarctica, the ship sails shorter cruises from Ushuaia, known as the Antarctic Express Expedition.

Sailing roundtrip from Argentina, the seven-night voyage spends two full days in Antarctica and has fewer days at sea. New expeditions sailings in Central and South America have also been recently announced, with journeys visiting Argentina, Peru, Panama, Costa Rica, Chile and more.

One of the highlights of the tropical expedition program is the Amazon River. Four sailings are set to explore the river and the rainforest in 2023 and 2024. Sailing onboard the Ocean Explorer, the eight-night expeditions in the region offer opportunities for encounters with wildlife species, black-water rivers, floating villages and Indigenous communities.

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Maximize your travels at no additional cost. Create your all-inclusive vacation experience with some of the best free things to do on Rhapsody of the Seas.

Free Things to Do on Grandeur of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Insider’s guide to all the best free things to do onboard Grandeur of the Seas both for cruising with kids and when taking an adults-only vacation.

What’s Free Onboard Icon of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Icon of the Seas has a lot of affordable vacation options at no additional cost including free restaurants, fun activities, and many places to relax onboard.

Free Things To Do on Serenade Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Enjoy our guide to some of the best free things to do onboard Serenade of the Seas. Spend time experiencing all the complimentary activities and food.

What’s Free Onboard Independence of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Find a breakdown of some of the top free things to do onboard Independence of the Seas when looking for what is included with your cruise vacation.

The Best Free Things to Do Onboard Brilliance of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Brilliance of the Seas, smaller than Oasis Class cruise ships, offers an intimate low-key vibe that has kept a strong fanbase among vacation travelers.

What’s Free Onboard Radiance of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Check out the full list of things to do that are included on Radiance of the Seas & browse popular itineraries to start planning your next vacation onboard.

What's Free Onboard Liberty of the Seas

When you sail onboard the much-loved Liberty of the Seas®, bold thrills, crave-worthy dining and maxed-out adventure are all included in your cruise fare.

The Top Free Things to Do Onboard Adventure of the Seas

Discover free things to do on your Adventure of the Seas vacation! Explore exciting destinations without breaking the bank. Affordable experiences await.

Free Things To Do Onboard Explorer of the Seas

Learn about some of the best free things to do onboard Explorer of the Seas. You don’t need to blow your budget in order to enjoy an unforgettable vacation.

Free Things To Do Onboard Freedom of the Seas

A guide to some of the best free things to do onboard Freedom of the Seas, so you can spend less time planning and more time experiencing all the complimentary thrills.

Free Things on Harmony of the Seas

Discover free things to do on your Harmony of the Seas vacation! Explore exciting destinations without breaking the bank. Affordable adventure awaits.

Top 10 Free Things to Do on Ovation of the Seas

Discover what’s included from dining venues with free food to free activities and entertainment, you’ll be amazed with a vacation on Ovation of the Seas.

Top 9 Free Things to Do on Symphony of the Seas

Discover what’s included from free activities to dining venues with free food, you’ll be amazed when taking a vacation onboard Symphony of the Seas.

Free Things to Do on Quantum of the Seas

Discover what’s included from dining venues with free food to free shows and entertainment, you’ll be amazed traveling on Quantum of the Seas.

Spectrum of the Seas Free Activities

Maximize your travels at no additional cost. Create your own all-inclusive vacation experience with some of the best free things to do Spectrum of the Seas.

What's Free Onboard Wonder of the Seas

Enjoy the best cruise activities when vacationing onboard Wonder of the Seas with travel tips on free places to eat as well as included onboard attractions.

Free Cruise Activities | Voyager of the Seas

April 11, 2024

As one of the best cruise ships sailing, the Voyager of the Seas offers an abundance of free onboard cruise activities & vacation experiences.

What’s Free Onboard Oasis of the Seas

As one of the largest cruise ships, the Oasis of the Seas offers an abundance of free onboard cruise experiences and attractions for everyone on vacation.

Best Free Things to Do on Odyssey of the Seas

Your cruise fare includes so many great free things to do onboard. Discover the best free things to do onboard Odyssey of the Seas cruise ship.

How to Have Your Best Family Vacation Onboard Icon of The Seas℠

There are many reasons why Icon of The Seas℠ offers the best family vacation out there, from exceptional pools to daytime activities and rocking nightlife.

Icon of the Seas Reveal What is included in a Cruise

Discover all the best things to do as we reveal what is included in a cruise onboard Icon of the Seas, the world's first Icon Class ship with Royal Caribbean.

Top Things to Do on Grandeur of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

April 2, 2024

Enjoy an insider’s guide to all the top things to do onboard Grandeur of the Seas for cruising with kids and when taking an adults-only vacation.

7 Ways To Use Onboard Credit | Royal Caribbean Cruises

March 18, 2024

Wondering what to do with onboard credit? Use it or lose it, baby! If there's one motto for how to treat your cruise credit, this is definitely it.

Top Things to Do on Icon of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

March 11, 2024

This larger-than-life cruise ship offers endless onboard activities to fill all your sea days.

Best Family Vacation Onboard Mariner of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

With so many reasons why Mariner of the Seas offers some of the best options for family cruises the real decision is your next vacation destination.

Best Serenade of the Seas Restaurants | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Enjoy an insider’s guide to the best places to eat on your cruise vacation while dining onboard Serenade of the Seas at its many restaurant options.

Best Independence of the Seas Restaurants | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Enjoy an insider’s guide to the best places to eat on your cruise vacation while dining onboard Independence of the Seas at its many restaurant options.

The Best Cruise Restaurants Onboard Jewel of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Enjoy an insider’s guide to the best places to eat on your cruise vacation while dining onboard Jewel of the Seas at its many restaurant options.

How do Slot Tournaments Work? Details & Expectations | Royal Caribbean Cruises

A slot tournament at sea aboard a Royal Caribbean ship combines a relaxing cruise vacation with a fun and social way to win slot tournament cash prizes.

Benefits of Using Your SeaPass Card at Casino Royale | Royal Caribbean Cruises

What is a SeaPass® on Royal Caribbean and what are the benefits of using your SeaPass card at Casino Royale℠? VIP perks and even a free cruise, to start.

The Top Things to Do Onboard Brilliance of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

March 8, 2024

Brilliance of the Seas makes it impossible to feel bored during a vacation! These top things to do onboard this beloved cruise ship make it a fan favorite for many.

How to Plan the Best Family Cruises on Serenade of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Whether you’re traveling with adult relatives, small children, or the whole extended family, this Radiance Class cruise ship offers something for everyone.

Discover Wi-Fi Cruise Packages | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Even if you plan to lose yourself in your next cruise, you'll want to stay connected. Here's what you need to know about Royal Caribbean Wi-Fi .

Where to Find the Best Texas BBQ | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Whether you are looking for brisket, sausage or ribs, here's where to go for the best Texas BBQ in restaurants across the state.

Everything You Need to Know About the Best Cruises For Teens | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Why is Royal Caribbean's <em>Icon of the Seas</em>℠ Caribbean sailing one of the best cruises for teens? The answer lies in the vast array of wow-worthy moments.

Best Brilliance of the Seas Family Cruises | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Enjoy an insider’s guide to discovering the best family cruises for your next vacation onboard Brilliance of the Seas. Start sailing today.

The Best Eastern Caribbean Food | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Caribbean food, which spotlights spices, tropical ingredients and cultural influences.

Why Anthem of the Seas for the Best Family Cruises | Royal Caribbean Cruises

As part of the Quantum Class at Royal Caribbean, the Anthem of the Seas is an engineering marvel loaded from bow to stern with next-level features for families.

The Top Free Things to Do Onboard Anthem of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Find out what is free onboard Anthem of the Seas. Check out a full rundown of the dining options, shows, and cruise activities available for your vacation.

A Guide to Planning the Best Family Cruises Onboard Oasis of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Plan the best family vacation, here are some of the top ways you can maximize your time traveling onboard Oasis of the Seas for your epic family cruise trip.

A Guide to Casino Etiquette | Royal Caribbean Cruises

This insider's guide to casino etiquette offers several casino tips and strategies that can help both beginers and advanced players.

How to Plan Unforgettable Family Cruises Onboard Radiance of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Enjoy the best family vacation cruise possible while onboard Radiance of the Seas with our breakdown of tips and tricks to making the most of your getaway.

Best Restaurants on Anthem of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Get insider tips about the game-changing Quantum Class cruise ship, Anthem of the Seas, and its amazing restaurants accompanied by an unparalleled food scene.

Best Independence of the Seas Family Cruises | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Enjoy an insider’s guide to discovering the best family cruises for your next vacation onboard Independence of the Seas. Start sailing today.

The Top 10 Things To Do Onboard Oasis of the Seas | Royal Caribbbean Cruises

Enjoy an outlined list of the top 10 fun things to do onboard Oasis of the Seas to help get your vacation-planning ideas flowing for your travels.

What Makes Royal Caribbean the Best Cruise Line? | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Having won awards year after year for our dining, entertainment, service and ships, Royal Caribbean is easily one of the best cruise lines in the world.

The Best Cruise Restaurants Onboard Brilliance of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Enjoy an insider’s guide to the best places to eat on your cruise vacation while dining onboard Brilliance of the Seas at its many restaurant options.

The Best Cruise Restaurants Onboard Rhapsody of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Enjoy an insider’s guide to the best places to eat on your cruise vacation while dining onboard Rhapsody of the Seas at its many restaurant options.

The Best Cruise Restaurants Onboard Odyssey of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Discover an insider’s guide to the best places to eat on your cruise vacation while dining onboard Odyssey of the Seas at its many restaurant options.

The Best Cruise Restaurants Onboard Radiance of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Enjoy a rundown of all the dining options onboard Radiance of the Seas, plus a glimpse of some of the top menu items at each restaurant.

The Best Cruise Restaurants Onboard Liberty of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

The fan-favorite cruise ship from New York, Liberty of the Seas, is home to some of the best cruise restaurants in the entire Royal Caribbean fleet.

How to Have an Epic Family Vacation Onboard Rhapsody of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Planning your next epic family vacation starts today onboard Rhapsody of the Seas, a mid-sized cruise ship that is part of the Royal Caribbean Vision Class.

Enjoy the Ultimate Family Vacation by the Pool on Icon of the Seas

With a pool for every day of the week, Icon of the Seas makes it easy to maximize every sun-dappled moment onboard during the ultimate family vacation.

Travel in Style: Best Rooms on a Cruise Ship | Royal Caribbean Cruises

This handy guide gives you the scoop on the best rooms on a cruise ship, from budget-friendly options to royal suites.

Top 7 Restaurants On Explorer of the Seas Cruise Ship

To help make planning your meals on deck a little easier, we’ve rounded up some of the best dining options onboard Explorer of the Seas.

How to Choose the Best Rooms for Families on a Cruise Ship

How do you choose a stateroom on a cruise ship? Start researching the best rooms for families on a cruise ship now to make sure your trip is perfect later.

The Best Cruise Restaurants Onboard Icon of the Seas

Whether you’re a serious foodie or just appreciate the simple pleasure of a great meal, you won’t be disappointed by the cruise dining options onboard Icon of the Seas.

Family Cruises Onboard Icon of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Icon of the Seas is loaded with features that cater to families traveling together. Here’s how to plan the perfect family getaway onboard.

Best Cruise Ship Pools are on Icon

Icon of the Seas features some of the best cruise ship pools in the world, not to mention water slides that break records and private areas for adults.

Dining Guide to Quantum of the Seas

With many great options for onboard cruise dining experiences, we have your guide to discovering the top places to eat on Quantum of the Seas.

Best Restaurants on Spectrum of the Seas

Maximize your cruise vacation with the best restaurants when sailing on Spectrum of the Seas. Find the free places to eat as well as fine dining options.

Family Vacations on Spectrum of the Seas

Plan the most unique family vacation with the secret advantage to traveling with ease. Adventure awaits those who seek it, create your greatest experience.

Making an Icon: Icon of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Icon of the Seas is not just another cruise ship, it the very first in an all-new class being shown in the monthly video series, Making an Icon.

Best Cruise Restaurants Onboard Wonder of the Seas

With an abundance of onboard cruise restaurants and fine dining experiences discover the top cruise foods aboard Wonder of the Seas for a vacation sensation.

Things to Do on Spectrum of the Seas

Plan a vacation with many onboard cruise sensations. Discover the top 9 things to do while traveling onboard Spectrum of the Seas.

Things to Do on Wonder of the Seas

With a wealth of onboard cruise attractions and experiences discover 10 of the best things to do onboard Wonder of the Seas for a vacation getaway.

Things to Do on Serenade of the Seas

Make your vacation a sensation with onboard cruise attractions and experiences! Discover the top 10 things to do onboard Serenade of the Seas.

Things to Do on Radiance of the Seas

With an endless amount of onboard cruise attractions and experiences discover the top 10 things to do onboard Radiance of the Seas for your next vacation.

Things to Do on Ovation of the Seas

With so many onboard cruise attractions and experiences discover the top 10 things to do onboard Ovation of the Seas for a vacation temptation.

Top 9 Things to Do on Independence of the Seas

Here are the top 9 things to do onboard Independence of the Seas. Independence of the Seas has become a guest favorite thanks to all its activities.

Top 9 Things to Do on Harmony of the Seas

Here are the top 9 things to do onboard Harmony of the Seas. Harmony of the Seas is an award-winning wonder that’s loaded with all kinds of incredible onboard experiences.

Top 10 Things to Do on Symphony of the Seas

Here are the top 10 things to do onboard Symphony of the Seas. Symphony of the Seas is brimming from bow to stern with amazing experiences, including delicious dining options.

The Best Family Vacation On Explorer of The Seas

Explorer of the Seas is a great choice for the best family vacation. Learn how you can maximize your family time onboard.

Top 10 Things to Do on Mariner of the Seas

Here are the top 10 things to do onboard Mariner of the Seas. Mariner of the Seas is loaded with fun onboard attractions and unforgettable experiences.

Top 8 Things to Do on Freedom of the Seas

Here are the top 8 things to do onboard Freedom of the Seas. Freedom of the Seas has even been called the best ship for first-time cruisers.

Top 10 Things to Do on Navigator of the Seas

Here are the top 10 things to do onboard Navigator of the Seas. Navigator of the Seas has all kinds of family-friendly activities, foodie-approved restaurants, and amazing bars.

Best Things To Do On A Cruise

Explore the Oasis Class ships seven neighborhoods and discover the best things to do on a cruise that delivers a larger than life experience. Find deals for cruises on the Oasis class ships

Top 7 Things to Do on Odyssey of the Seas

Here are the top 7 things to do onboard Odyssey of the Seas. The new Odyssey of the Seas has so many amazing onboard attractions.

Best Family Cruise Vacation on Allure of the Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Are you planning your next family vacation? Check out these family cruise tips for maximizing your cruise on Allure of the Seas.

Top 10 Restaurants On Allure of the Seas Cruise Ship | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Foodies love Allure of the Seas! Discover 10 onboard restaurants that will make you a believer.

Best Family Vacation On Odyssey of The Seas | Royal Caribbean Cruises

If you’re looking to plan an amazing family cruise vacation, the brand-new Odyssey of the Seas overflows with fun activities for kids and family-friendly entertainment.

Things to Do on Voyager of the Seas

Plan the best vacation with all included onboard cruise activities and experiences! Discover the top 10 things to do onboard Voyager of the Seas.

Family Cruises | Voyager of the Seas

Envision your next travel vacation, as you plan the best family cruise getaway while sailing onboard the Voyager of the Seas. Unexpected cruise activities.

Family Cruises | Wonder of the Seas

Envision your next travel vacation, as you plan the best family cruise getaway while sailing onboard the Wonder of the Seas.

Best Cruise Restaurants | Voyager of the Seas

With an abundance of onboard cruise restaurants and fine dining experiences discover the top cruise foods aboard Voyager of the Seas.

The Top 9 Things To Do Onboard Quantum Of The Seas

With an abundance of onboard cruise attractions and experiences discover the top 10 things to do onboard Quantum of the Seas for a vacation temptation.

Best Cruise Restaurants | Freedom of the Seas

Planning to dine at the best cruise restaurants onboard the Freedom of the Seas. Remain in the know with the ultimate cruise dining guide to sailing with success.

How to Plan the Best Family Cruises Onboard Quantum of the Seas

Dive into out-of-this-world adventure on the groundbreaking Quantum of the Seas®, where far-flung feats, treats and eats make for unforgettable, one-of-a-kind memories.

What's Included in on a Cruise

New to cruising and unsure exactly what is included on a cruise? Read on to learn about all the fun things Royal Caribbean ships offer for free.

Top 8 Things to Do on Explorer of the Seas

Here are the top things to do onboard Explorer of the Seas. Explorer of the Seas unlocks a world of adventure for every traveler onboard.

Vacation Ideas for Families on Icon of the Seas

Travel with the best family vacation ideas possible onboard Icon of the Seas. Encounter top level cruise experiences and its seven neighborhoods.

Best Family Vacation Onboard Adventure of the Seas

Experience the ultimate family adventure onboard Adventure of the Seas! Book your best family vacation and set sail on the adventure of a lifetime.

Family Vacation Ideas on Symphony of the Seas

Uncover all the exciting family vacation ideas and travel activities that are waiting for you onboard a cruise getaway with Symphony of the Seas.

Top Cruise Dining on Symphony of the Seas

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Free Things to Do on Navigator of the Seas

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Best Food on Navigator of the Seas

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Family Vacations on Liberty of the Seas

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Best Harmony of the Seas Restaurants | Royal Caribbean Cruises

Discover the best cruise restaurants available onboard on Harmony of the Seas for an unforgettable family vacation filled with delicious cuisine.

Top 9 Things to Do on Allure of the Seas

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Family Vacations on Navigator of the Seas

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Sailing every ocean on Earth and exploring six continents,  The World’s  2023 Journey will be truly unforgettable. Embark on this voyage of boundless discovery and unparalleled luxury as a Resident owner aboard the only yacht of its kind. With incomparable amenities throughout the Ship and curated experiences at every destination, yours is a lifestyle unlike anything else on Earth or at sea.

Depart from Dubai, sailing throughout southern Asia for six weeks before continuing to the Middle East. Enjoy a two-month Mediterranean odyssey, then trace the European coast to its northernmost extremes. Challenge the Arctic wilds with Expeditions around Greenland and Canada’s Baffin Coast. Spend Autumn sailing southward along the Atlantic Coast of North America, and enjoy the dreamy beauty of the Caribbean. Finish the year boldly with a sojourn along the Pacific Coast of South America and into the incomparable majesty of Antarctica.

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Riviera Travel announces 2023 ocean cruise programme

Riviera Travel has launched its ocean cruise programme for 2023, with a total of 10 itineraries on offer.

The operator will offer three new voyages, including the Aegean Odyssey cruise on Star Flyer , departing 4 May and consisting of a seven-day sailing, two nights in Istanbul and one night in Athens.

The other two – on the new Ocean Albatros expedition ship – include the eight-day Arctic & Spitsbergen sailing, departing 7 June, and the 10-day Buenos Aires & Voyage to Antarctica itinerary, sailing on 2 December.

The 194-guest Ocean Albatros is currently under construction and being built specifically to navigate the Arctic and Antarctica. It will include an observation lounge, lecture room and panorama restaurant.

Six Adriatic yacht cruise itineraries are also available again due to positive guest feedback.

These include Split, Hvar & the Delights of Dalmatia; Dubrovnik, Mostar & the Secrets of Dalmatia, and Split, Rab & Undiscovered Islands of the North, among others.

The ‘perfect holiday at sea’ with Riviera Travel

Riviera Travel head of product river and ocean cruise Katja Hildebrandt said: “We take great pride in putting together the very best in ocean cruise experiences, so we’re pleased to make several favourite sailings available again, as well as introduce three new and exciting options.

“Whether you’re looking to explore the unchartered territories of the Arctic and Antarctica via a custom-made expedition ship, or simply looking to kick back and relax in the sun as you make your way around stunning European coastlines in one of our exclusively-chartered luxury vessels, we can offer the perfect 2023 holiday at sea.”

Solo departures are also available on the  Split, Rab & Undiscovered Islands of the North, and the Split, Dubrovnik & the Splendours of Dalmatia itineraries.

All itineraries include return flights and transfers, a programme of guided tours and visits, select meals and an expert tour manager throughout.

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Cruise ships on order 2023

• June 14, 2023

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Vessels with a planned delivery in Q1

Seabourn Pursuit , Seabourn  Cruises, 23,000GRT, T. Mariotti yard, Italy

Final delivery July 2023

Following sister  Seabourn Venture  which was taken into service just a year ago,  Seabourn Pursuit  is the line’s second newbuilt expedition vessel. She can navigate both polar regions, being classified PC6 Polar Class. Two submarines, kajaks, 24 Zodiacs and an expedition team numbering 26 guarantee an unforgettable experience. There is a Discovery Center for guests to dive into the polar regions world and in her Expedition Lounge, daily lectures, enrichment programs and briefings will take place.

Emerald Sakara , Emerald Cruises, 10,000GRT, Halong Shipyard, North Vietnam

Emerald Cruises’ new  Emerald Sakara , like her sister ship  Emerald Azzurra  offers unprecedented service and surroundings. 72 crew look after just 100 guests. Most things are included, like beer, wine and soda during lunch and dinner, several excursions in each port and other services provided onboard. 88 percent of her cabins have balconies. Active guests have a fitness room, marina platform equipped with paddleboards and snorkel equipment at their disposal together with a spa for relaxing. Her first voyage will take her to the Indian Ocean, to exotic destinations like the Seychelle Islands.

Havila Pollux , Havila shipping, 15,800GRT, Tersan, Turkey

Final delivery August 2023

Havila started operations along the Norwegian coast in December 2021 when their first vessel  Capella  was delivered by Turkish yard Tersan.  Castor, Polaris  were delivered in 2022, while  Pollux  is expected in March 2023, all delayed after the yard experienced technical difficulties as well as problems because of the COVID pandemic. Havila will operate 4 of the 11 ships on the Norwegian coastal route, taking over 4 sailings from Hurtigruten under a ten year government contract. These ships have the largest battery pack on any vessel nowadays, enabling them to sail the fjords up to 4 hours powered by electricity. The interiors reflect their Norwegian roots, as does the onboard cuisine. The observation room features a glass room and reclining seats, enabling passengers to view the midnight sun and northern lights.

Ocean Albatros , Sunstone ships, 7400GRT, CMIH-China Merchants Heavy Industry, China

Final delivery April 2023

These 104.4m long vessels have a capacity for 120 to 160 passengers in 93 suites, 68 with balconies, 9 with French balconies and 16 with panoramic windows. They are of revolutionary design, of the X-bow type and have Polar Code 6, Ice Class 1A, allowing them to sail virtually all waters in the polar regions. This year three ships of this series will be taken into service:  Ocean Odyssey  has been chartered out to Vantage Cruise Line,  Sylvia Earle  will join  Greg Mortimer   at Aurora Expeditions while  Ocean Albatros  will be operated by Albatros Expeditions. Although they are sister vessels to  Greg Mortimer , the first ship in the Infinity-series, there are some differences as the flexibility of this series makes it possible to adapt the vessels to the needs of the charterers.

Viking Saturn , Viking Ocean Cruises, 47,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Viking Saturn  is the next new vessel in this endless series of 930-passenger ships which continue to bring Viking Cruises success. The Scandinavian décor and great onboard service combined with specialty dining (drinks included) make cruising with this line vey popular. Her spa and at least one excursion in each port of call are included in the cruise fare. These adult-only vessels sail enriching destination oriented cruises. The  Viking Saturn  -like her sisters- will not have art auctions, a casino or photographers following you around, as these ships offer quiet surroundings for travelling in comfort.

Vista , Oceania Cruises, 67,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Final delivery May 2023

Vista  will be Oceania’s first newbuilding in a decade, she is the first of a new class of vessels, the Allura Class. Oceania is known for her high level cuisine, the line was the first to ever serve a vegetarian menu. The gourmet tradition wil continue with several new dining venues onboard  Vista  like Aquamar serving healthy food and Ember focusing on American food. A novelty are the single staterooms having balconies. The most luxurious accommodtation, the Owners Suites and Vista Suites of course have butler service and are decorated with design details from Ralph Lauren House.

SH Diana ,   Swan Hellenic Cruises, 12,500GRT, Helsinki shipyard, Finland

Final delivery March 2023

Swan Hellenic will welcome its third vessel,  SH Diana , after  SH Minerva  and  SH Vega  entered service in 2021 and 2022. She is slightly larger than her predecessors, 120 crew serve 152 guests, an unusually high crew to passenger ratio. Swan Hellenic specializes in polar region expedition cruises,  SH Diana ’s first voyage will take her to Helgoland, Mandal, Ulvik, Skjolden, Nordfjordeid, Froya Island, Bronnoysund, Glomfjord, Svolvaer, Trollfjorden ending in Tromso.

Resilient Lady  Virgin Cruises, 110,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Final delivery December 2022 (!)

Sister ship to  Scarlet Lady  and  Valiant Lady , the third of Virgin Voyages’ “lady ships,”  Resilient Lady  will enter service in the spring of 2023. She will also be an adult-only ship, especially the party loving crowd will love her, organising great parties is one of Virgin Voyages’ trademarks. And onboard  Resilient Lady , there will be no main restuarants, but around 20 informal intimate food serving venues. At night, artists will rotate, switching from one location to another. On board, there will be many references to Virgin’s roots, the music industry like record players in the ship’s suites and a shop selling music equipment and magazines.

Scenic Eclipse II , Scenic Cruises, 16,500GRT, 3 Maj shipyard, Croatia

Although she is marketed as an ultra luxury yacht, she does measure 168 meters, but she is still able to enter ports inaccessible to the mega cruise ships.   Scenic Eclipse II  will mainly sail to polar regions (she has the highest ice classification) but other destinations are also included in her itineraries. She carries helicopters and a submarine. Her cruises are completely all-inclusive as (premium) drinks, excursions, transfers, flights all are included.

Vessels with a planned delivery in Q2

Euribia,  MSC Cruises, 177,000GRT, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, France

MSC Euribia  will arrive in June 2023. She is MSC’s third Meraviglia-plus class vessel (following  MSC Grandiosa  and  MSC Virtuosa ) . Immediately after the ship was annonced, MSC was not very generous giving information about their new 6,334-guest vessel other than she would be powered by liquid natural gas and her facilities will be comparable to those off the other ships of this class. To clearly show MSC Cruises’ commitment to environmental sustainability, the line held an international design competition to create unique artwork for the ship’s hull, inspired by the sea. More than 450 designs from 59 countries   worldwide were submitted. German artist Alex Flaemig was selected as the winner by a panel of international judges.

Explora I , Explora Journeys, 64,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

The first vessel of MSC’s new luxury brand, Explora Journeys,  Explora I  will arrive in the summer of 2023. Positioned in the luxury segment, this new brand emphasizes that  Explora I  sails on journeys, not cruises. Exotic destinations, great service and enrichment are key words in Explora Journey’s philosophy. Cabins are quite large, starting from 380 sq ft. On deck there will be 64 cabanas lining three pools. Her fourth pool will feature a magrodome, a retractable roof which can close off the pool in inclement weather. According to the line, there will be nine dining venues, or “dining experiences” as they are called.

Vessels with a planned delivery in Q3

Silver Nova , Silversea Cruises, 54,700GRT, Meyer Werft, Germany

The first all balcony ship in the luxury Silversea fleet,  Silver Nova  will debut in summer 2023, carrying 728 passengers, she will also be their largest ship and have the line’s first hybrid technology aiming to be totally emission free in port. The well known S.A.L.T. gourmet culinary program will be available in her eight restaurants.  Silver Nova ’s “innovative asymmetrical as well as horizontal design ensures outstanding public areas, which fuse seamlessly together”as the line states.  Silver Nova  will introduce spacious suites, many of which offer a 270˚ view from sea to sky.

Norwegian Viva , Norwegian Cruise Line, 142,500GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Norwegian Viva  will almost be an exact copy of  Norwegian Prima  when she debuts in the fall of 2023. Her bigger and faster go-kart racetrack which winds around her funnel and her drop down dry slides will doubtless lift adrenaline levels to unprecedented heights. As onboard her sister, the The Haven has been shifted aft. This offers more privacy for this ship-within-a-ship complex which features its own pool, sundeck, restauarants and bars.  Norwegian Viva  will be part of a series of six Prima-class ships to be constructed by the Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera, Italy from 2022 to 2027, one each year at a cost of around USD 850 million per vessel. World renowned architects have worked on the design of the new vessel: leading Italian interior architect Piero Lissoni together with the Rockwell Group, Tillberg design, SMC Design, YSA Design and Studio Dado which was responsible for staterooms, several restaurants and other public spaces. As NCL states “ Norwegian Viva  like her sister will push the boundaries of contemporary cruising and its “ Guests First “principle will result in offering passengers more space, spectacular interior design and world class service”. Indeed  Norwegian Viva  will offer it passengers the highest space-ratio (e.g. the most outdoor space of any new cruise ship) and highest crew-to passenger ratio in its category.

Vessels with a planned delivery in Q4

Brilliant Lady  Virgin Cruises, 110,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Final delivery postponed to 2024

Check out  my article on her sister ship  Scarlet Lady  and its owner Virgin Cruises, a newcomer in the cruise industry. Virgin wants to shake up the current cruising scene, making it more informal and party-oriented. An example of this is that there are no restaurants on  Brilliant Lady  and of course no fixed meal times. On board, there will be many references to Virgin’s roots, the music industry like record players in the ship’s suites and a shop selling music equipment and magazines. These sister ships are of the so called Lady Ships class, also pointing to Virgin’s roots. Like on the former sailing ships, on its bow will be a mermaid and Virgin’s logo.

Icon of the Seas , Royal Caribbean Cruises, 250,800GRT, Meyer Turku, Finland

Final delivery December 2023

After delivery in December 2023,  Icon of the Seas  will be stationed in the Caribbean year round. She will be the largest cruise ship in the world when delivered, measuring over 250,000GRT.  Icon of the Seas  will be 365 meter long, 49 meter wide and will have capacity for 5600 passengers double occupancy (7300 passengers full capacity). She will be Royal Caribbean Cruises’ most environmentally friendly vessel, being powered by LNG. A ship of her size will be the ultimate family oriented cruise ship, featuring an endless list of facilities.

Seven Seas Grandeur , Regent even Seas Cruises, 54,000, Fincantieri, Italy

Final delivery November 2023

According to Regent Seven Seas Cruises,  Seven Seas Grandeur   will be the new “world’s most luxurious cruise ship”, taking the title from  Seven Seas Explorer  as she is an improved version of this ship. They also state she will have the highest space and crew ratio per passenger in the industry. The $11,000-per-night Regent Suite will again be present. Gourmet food will be served in her main dining room Compass Rose and her other three restaurants.  Seven Seas Grandeur  will feature an extremely luxurious interior with lots of expensive art, sculptures etc.

Celebrity Ascent , Celebrity Cruises, 140,,600, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, France

Another Edge Class vessel,  Celebrity Ascent  will join her sisters  Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Apex  and  Celebrity Beyond . All of the popular features will again be present like the moveable deck Magic Carpet which can be used as embarkation platform, restaurant and bar. The infinite balconies will be available for solo travellers for the first time. Icon and Edge Villas will be added as a new stateroom choice, they will even have private plunge pools!  Celebrity Ascent  like her sisters features the three-deck high Eden Lounge surrounded by 7000 square meters of glass and the Infnity balconies which will enlarge staterooms when closed off.

Carnival Jubilee , Carnival Cruises, 183,900, Meyer Werft, Germany

Introduced after  Carnival Mardi Gras  (2021) and  Carnival Celebration  (2022),  Carnival Jubilee  will debut in December 2023, being homeported in Galveston. Many Carnival favorites will be present like Guy’s Burgers, the two-story Red Frog-themed tiki bar, all being expanded versions. Like her sisters,  Carnival Jubilee  will also have themed neighborhoods with improved facilities compared to her predecessors.

Exact 2023 delivery date not yet known

Janssonius ,  Oceanwide Expeditions, 6,300GRT, Brodosplit, Croatia

Delivery postponed, no final date set

Oceanwide’s new  Janssonius , will be a sister ship to their  Hondius  (2019) and is another expedition ship in the endless stream of this type of vessel coming online these days. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic slowed everything down, Croatian shipbuilder Brodosplit cites as reason for her late delivery. With her ice-class classification Polar class 6 she will be able to sail the Arctic and Antarctic  polar regions. She features a platform for watersport activities and guests can use two different (dis-)embarkation points when leaving for or returning from excursions by Zodiac. Offering 78 staterooms, her most luxurious accommodation are  six 33sqm suites fitted with balconies.

Vessels with a planned delivery fist half of 2024

Explora II,  MSC Explora Journeys, 64,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Mein Schiff 7 , TUI, 110,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Utopia of the Seas,  Royal Caribbean Cruises, 200,000GRT, Meyer Turku, Finland

Silver Ray , Silversea Cruises, 55,000GRT, Meyer Werft, Germany

Queen Anne,  Cunard Line, 113,00GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Sun Princess , Princess Cruises, 175,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

World Seeker , Mystic/ Atlas, 9,300GRT, West Sea Shipyard, Porugal

Delivery to be advised

Mein Schiff 8 , TUI, 161,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

World America ,  MSC Cruises, 206,000GRT, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, France

Disney Treasure,  Disney Cruises, 140,000GRT, Meyer Werf, Germany

Unnamed , Viking Ocean, 47,000, Fincantieri, Italy

Ilma,  Ritz-Carlton, 37,000GRT, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, France

World Adventurer , Mystic/ Atlas, 9,300GRT, West Sea Shipyard, Porugal

World Discoverer,  Mystic/ Atlas, 9,300GRT, West Sea Shipyard, Porugal

Unnamed , Princess Cruises, 175,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Unnamed , Royal Caribbean Cruises, Meyer Werft Turku, Finland

Unnamed , Sunstone, 8,000GRT, CMIH, China

Unnamed , Four Seasons, 20,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Njord , Ocean Residences, 85,000GRT, Meyer Werft, Germany

Unnamed , MSC Cruises, 205,000GRT, STX, France

Unnamed , Disney Cruises, 140,000GRT, Meyer Werft, Germany

Unnamed , Disney Cruises, 208,000GRT, MV Werften, Germany

Unnamed,  NCL, 140,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Unnamed , NYK, 52,000GRT, Meyer, Germany

Unnamed , Celebrity Cruises, 140,000GRT, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, France

Allura,  Oceania Cruises, 67,000GRT, Finacantieri, Italy

Unnamed,  Adora Cruises, 135.000GRT, CSSC, China

Unnamed,  Viking Ocean Cruises, 47,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Unnamed , Northern Xplorer, 20,000West Sea Shipyard, Portugal

Narrative , Storylines, 62,000GRT, Brodosplit Shipyard, Croatia

Luminara , Ritz-Carlton, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, France

Delivery first half of 2026

Explora III,  MSC Explora Journeys, 64,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Mein Schiff 9 , TUI, 161,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Unnamed,   Royal Caribbean Int, 200,000GRT, Meyer Turku, Finland, Italy

Unnamed , Orient Express, 30,000GRT, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, France

Unnamed , Project Sama, 2,300GRT, T. Mariotti, Italy

Unnamed,  Viking Ocean Cruises, 47,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Unnamed,  NCL, 140,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Delivery first half of 2027

Explora IV,  MSC Explora Journeys, 64,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Unnamed,  NCL, 140,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Unnamed , MSC, 205,000GRT, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, France

Explora V,  MSC Explora Journeys, 64,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

Explora VI,  MSC Explora Journeys, 64,000GRT, Fincantieri, Italy

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The 1973-built MV Aegean Odyssey cruise ship was last operated/chartered by Voyages to Antiquity (2009-founded one-ship company). The liner was originally built as a ferry (Zim ro-ro ferry Narcis) and in 1988 converted to a cruise vessel. Its second major drydock refit/reconstruction was in 2010.

NEWS: In late-August 2019 was announced that Aegean Odyssey will be 3-year chartered to Road Scholar (fka Elderhostel). The 1975-founded, Boston MA -headquartered nonprofit organization specializes in study tours (throughout Canada and USA) with 5500+ educational programs which are geared mainly to older travellers. The ship is currently under charter by Road Scholar for cruises (educational voyages) scheduled between March 2020 and March 2023.

History - construction and ownership

The 388-passenger liner Aegean Odyssey is a classically elegant vessel offering its passengers a relaxed travel atmosphere and high level of personalized service.

In early-August 2019, the ship charterer Voyages to Antiquity (one of the industry's small cruise lines ) officially announced that the company ceases operations at the end of October (2019). Earlier in 2019, Voyages to Antiquity was forced to cancel ten Aegean Odyssey cruises due to engine problems . 2019's final 4 voyages remained on schedule. In a letter, Jos Dewing (company's Managing Director) said:

“Since the announcement [of chartering the ship] was made, the executive management at Voyages to Antiquity has been looking at various alternative options to continue the company and serve our loyal clients. However, this process was severely impacted by the unforeseeable engine failure that occurred in April this year, forcing the company to cancel most of our remaining 2019 summer cruises. While we are pleased to advise that the ship has now been fully repaired and that the final four cruises of the 2019 season will go ahead as scheduled, this serious issue has had an impact on the future plans for Voyages to Antiquity and repairing the ship has been the absolute priority for management and the focus of the company during this difficult period. It is therefore with regret that we have taken the difficult decision to close Voyages to Antiquity at the end of October 2019, at which point our office in Oxford will also close. It is very much business as normal until this point and we have staff answering calls and supporting those passengers still traveling with us in 2019."

Decks and Cabins

MV Aegean Odyssey staterooms (198 total) are in 14 grades, of which 6x are Suites, 42x Balconies, and 41x Inside cabins. During drydock 2013 were created 18 new outside cabins (on Lido Deck). Of the existing staterooms, 57 were rebuilt, and 80 more were reconfigured into 40 balcony cabins.

The boat has 9 decks , of which 7 are passenger-accessible and 4 with cabins.

Shipboard facilities and amenities

The open-seating Marco Polo Restaurant is the main dining room aboard Aegean Odyssey. The Terrace Café features a combination of outdoor and indoor seating, with Mediterranean sophisticated interior design, as well as cooking on the open grill. In the evenings, the Tapas recreates the informal atmosphere of a bistro with delicious seafood paella and a wide range of Italian pizzas.

The Observation Lounge and Piano Bar are situated on the Observation Deck and feature unforgettable views on all sides. In this area, wireless Internet connection is offered. During the 2013 refit, the Athena Health Spa was moved several levels lower. Other amenities include the Lido Bar (2-deck), Ambassador Lounge, Charleston Lounge, Fitness Studio & Gym (featuring free daily sunrise classes), Beauty Salon, library, boutique, pool and Internet Centre.

Itineraries

Aegean Odyssey itinerary program is based on the Canary Islands and Mediterranean cruises departing from Civitavecchia-Rome , Venice , Athens , Istanbul , as well as Asia cruises sailing out of Singapore . Aegean Odyssey is perfectly suited for cruising to the smallest Mediterranean inlets that larger cruise ships can’t reach. She also navigates the great Asian rivers, including Saigon and Yangon, as well as Guadalquivir River in Spain.

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MS Aegean Odyssey was the only liner operated by Voyages to Antiquity (2009-founded small cruise company ). The vessel was originally built as Ro-Ro cruiseferry Narcis (converted to a cruise ship in 1988). It was built under yard number 617. Its construction started on June 18, 1971. The vessel was launched (floated out from drydock) on June 18, 1972, and delivered to Zim Navigation on August 22, 1973.

In 2010, the ship was renamed "Aegean Odyssey" following an extensive drydock-refit project done in Ermoupoli (on Syros Island, Greece) . Vessel's passenger capacity was reduced from 570 to 400, in order to provide larger cruise staterooms. During the refurbishment, the cinema was replaced with a lecture hall and also new dining venues were added. The inaugural cruise for Voyages to Antiquity departed on April 30, 2010. As shipowner was registered the Piraeus -based company Samos Maritime Co Ltd (later changed to The Aegean Experience Maritime Co Ltd).

Fun fact is, that the cruise ship can pass through Corinth Canal (only 70 ft / 21,4 m wide at its base). On all Aegean Odyssey cruises is complimentary provided an expert lecture program led by renown guest speakers.

During its service, the vessel was operated under the names Narcis ferry (1973-1985, by Zim Navigation), Alkyon (1985-1986, by Dolphin Hellas Shipping), Aegean Dolphin (1986-1996, by Dolphin Hellas Shipping), Aegean I (1996-2010, by Golden Sun Cruises) and Aegean Odyssey (since 2010, by Aegean Experience Maritime Co Ltd, in 2016 renamed to "Aegean Odyssey Maritime Co Ltd").

Aegean Odyssey's last Voyages to Antiquity cruises

Next tables show ship's last itineraries for Voyages to Antiquity (defunct since October 2019).

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8-day "Classical Greece and Islands of the Aegean"

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