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AIDA Cruises shuns Santorini donkey rides, a move backed by animal welfare charityAIDA Cruises shuns Santorini donkey rides, a move backed by animal welfare charity

AIDA Cruises is opposing donkey rides on Santorini, strongly advising passengers against them in the interest of animal welfare.

byHolly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor
Aug 15, 2023
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Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Ambassador’s Ambience to operate cruise dedicated to craftsAmbassador’s Ambience to operate cruise dedicated to crafts
byHolly Payne
Aug 14, 2023
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Shipbuilding & Equipment
What's new on Silver NovaWhat's new on Silver Nova
byAnne Kalosh
Aug 11, 2023
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Environmental & Health
Coffee grounds from AIDAprima recycled into soapCoffee grounds from AIDAprima recycled into soap
byHolly Payne
Aug 3, 2023
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CRUISE Crystal Serenity Alex Sharpe
Refurb, Design & Interiors
First look at Crystal Serenity, fresh from its massive updateFirst look at Crystal Serenity, fresh from its massive update
byAnne Kalosh
Jul 30, 2023
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Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Princess adds casual dining, OceanNow delivery to Plus, Premier packagesPrincess adds casual dining, OceanNow delivery to Plus, Premier packages
byAnne Kalosh
Jul 27, 2023
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Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Singer Tony Hadley to perform during Costa loyalty club cruise
Singer Tony Hadley to perform during Costa loyalty club cruise
Jul 27, 2023
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byHolly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor
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Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Virgin Voyages expands Eat & Drink Festival over two months
Virgin Voyages expands Eat & Drink Festival over two months
Jul 24, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
P&O Cruises’ Arvia and Iona get in on Barbiemania this summer
P&O Cruises’ Arvia and Iona get in on Barbiemania this summer
Jul 24, 2023
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byHolly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor
People & Opinions
Crystal taps Dalila Roglieri for new head nutritionist role
Crystal taps Dalila Roglieri for new head nutritionist role
Jul 20, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
At Seabourn, new recipes in The Restaurant, Sushi in the Club
At Seabourn, new recipes in The Restaurant, Sushi in the Club
Jul 20, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Regent, GHA partnership gives new ways to earn/use loyalty dollars
Regent, GHA partnership gives new ways to earn/use loyalty dollars
Jul 20, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Refurb, Design & Interiors
Norwegian Joy to gain 24 staterooms, enhanced spa, Vibe Beach Club
Norwegian Joy to gain 24 staterooms, enhanced spa, Vibe Beach Club
Jul 20, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
People & Opinions
Frits van der Werff to oversee AQV hotel operations
Frits van der Werff to oversee AQV hotel operations
Jul 19, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Starbucks 'Been There' mugs coming to Norwegian Cruise Line
Starbucks 'Been There' mugs coming to Norwegian Cruise Line
Jul 10, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Refurb, Design & Interiors
Crystal redesign blends classic, modern with a dash of the Mediterranean
Crystal redesign blends classic, modern with a dash of the Mediterranean
Jul 6, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Princess Cruises plans first Club Pilates at Sea, in Alaska
Princess Cruises plans first Club Pilates at Sea, in Alaska
Jul 6, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
China's Adora Magic City to feature a brewery at sea
China's Adora Magic City to feature a brewery at sea
Jul 5, 2023
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byMary Bond, Editor in Chief
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
EHL Hospitality Business School to provide training for Explora’s shipboard employees
EHL Hospitality Business School to provide training for Explora’s shipboard employees
Jun 29, 2023
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byHolly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Celestyal shares more details about new Journey's features
Celestyal shares more details about new Journey's features
Jun 27, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
People & Opinions
'Despacito' singer Luis Fonsi is Norwegian Viva's godfather
'Despacito' singer Luis Fonsi is Norwegian Viva's godfather
Jun 23, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
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Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Cartier among the luxury watch and jewellery brands coming to Explora
Cartier among the luxury watch and jewellery brands coming to Explora
Jun 22, 2023
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byHolly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Carnival orders up new main dining room options
Carnival orders up new main dining room options
Jun 16, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
New Crystal Aurōra spa by Tillberg Design of Sweden and OneSpaWorld
New Crystal Aurōra spa by Tillberg Design of Sweden and OneSpaWorld
Jun 15, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Sun Princess top deck family activity zone has first Rollglider at sea
Sun Princess top deck family activity zone has first Rollglider at sea
Jun 15, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Celebrity Ascent has some dining and entertainment tweaks
Celebrity Ascent has some dining and entertainment tweaks
Jun 13, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Starboard creates Italian-inspired retail for Carnival Venezia
Starboard creates Italian-inspired retail for Carnival Venezia
Jun 12, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
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Hotel Operations & Entertainment
From ballet to rock, MSC Euribia is named in performance extravaganza
From ballet to rock, MSC Euribia is named in performance extravaganza
Jun 9, 2023
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byHolly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Explora Journeys partners with Rolex for its first boutique at sea
Explora Journeys partners with Rolex for its first boutique at sea
Jun 7, 2023
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byMary Bond, Editor in Chief
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Starboard curates retail for China's Blue Dream Cruises
Starboard curates retail for China's Blue Dream Cruises
Jun 6, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Holland America Line refreshes Canaletto menu
Holland America Line refreshes Canaletto menu
Jun 2, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Refurb, Design & Interiors
On Icon, water, water everywhere at Chill Island and The Hideaway
On Icon, water, water everywhere at Chill Island and The Hideaway
Jun 2, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Singer Becky Hill blasts best-loved tunes at Marella Voyager’s naming ceremony
Singer Becky Hill blasts best-loved tunes at Marella Voyager’s naming ceremony
May 31, 2023
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byHolly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
From a supper club to Royal Caribbean's first food hall, Icon has the eats
From a supper club to Royal Caribbean's first food hall, Icon has the eats
May 25, 2023
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byAnne Kalosh, Editor, Seatrade Cruise News & Senior Associate Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review
Hotel Operations & Entertainment
Cricket personalities to join sailing of Ambassador’s Ambience in December
Cricket personalities to join sailing of Ambassador’s Ambience in December
May 22, 2023
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byHolly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor

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