After the success of their first new-build ship, 2011’s highly popular Marina, Oceania is aiming for perfection with the launch of her twin sister, Riviera … [Read more...]
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Disney Fantasy Review: EXCLUSIVE
February 8, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Apart from the giant figure of Dumbo at the stern and the statue of seasoned traveller Mademoiselle Minnie Mouse greeting passengers in the grand lobby, you might expect Disney Fantasy to be an identical twin to last year's debutante, Disney Dream. But you would be wrong, writes John Honeywell … [Read more...]
Queen Elizabeth Ship Review
August 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
With stunning artwork, Italian marble and echoes of Art Deco, Cunard’s latest liner is a fine addition to the tradition and fleet Queen Elizabeth was launched by Her Majesty the Queen in October 2010, the third ship in Cunard’s current fleet and a near-identical sister in structure to Queen Victoria. The interiors, however, are different, evoking the Art Deco era of the 1930s and 1940s with a rich blend of warm woods and marbles. Cunard fans … [Read more...]
Carnival Magic Review
August 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A glitzy and grown-up design, with fun and family entertainment galore, including huge waterslides and the first ropes course at sea. Carnival Cruise Lines has made a spectacular return to Europe after a three-year absence, basing its newest and biggest 'Fun Ship,' Carnival Magic, in Barcelona for the summer. The ship weighs in at 130,000 tonnes, holds 3,690 passengers, and boasts a couple of firsts for Carnival and for cruising generally. There’s … [Read more...]
Azamara Quest review – Small is beautiful
August 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If your invitation to join Roman Abramovich or P Diddy on their mega-yachts for a cruise round the Med this summer did not arrive, then jump on board Azamara Quest, which heralds a return to the delights of small ship cruising There are two ways to visit the Italian and French Riviera in style. One is to wangle an invite onto Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich’s seriously big yacht; the other is to book a cruise with Azamara Club … [Read more...]
Regent Seven Seas Voyager Review
August 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
How could a four-day cruiser possibly fit into the last leg of an epic round-the-world cruise? With ease, as it happens, thanks to sociable passengers, extraordinary excursions and crew members who went out of their way to make guests feel welcome … [Read more...]
Cruise International Podcast: Silversea SilverWind
August 11, 2011 By 1 Comment
Silversea's luxury cruise ship SilverWind has been described by Berlitz as "Ideal for those who enjoy spacious surroundings, excellent food and entertainment." Being awarded 4 ½ stars in 2011's Cruise Guide Keith Allan went on board for Cruise International to hear more from both passengers and crew in order to ascertain just what makes this ship so special. Listen to his special podcast below: Listen to more of Kieth Allen's Podcasts here … [Read more...]
Uniworld Antoinette River Cruise Review
June 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Drawing on the Court of Versailles as inspiration, Antoinette sets new standards of luxury and comfort in river cruising With a name like Antoinette, Uniworld’s newest river boat could only look like something out of the Court of Versailles.And it does. The thick drapes, chintzy furnishings and period chairs propel you straight back to late 18th-century France and pre-revolutionary times.The vessel is a true work of art, love and dedication … [Read more...]
Seabourn Quest review
April 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The Seabourn Quest, the third in Yachts of Seabourn’s Odyssey class, is set to launch at the end of May. Cruise International got an exclusive peek at the vessel in March as she got her finishing touches at the shipyard in Genoa. … [Read more...]
Indian River Cruise aboard the Charaidew
April 28, 2011 By 1 Comment
Baby elephants, armoured rhinos and sailing down the river: cruise and safari combined make for an unforgettable Indian experience in Assam as we cruised the the Brahmaputra River with the Assam Bengal Navigation Company. … [Read more...]
