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Mega Ships Banned From Port That Has Been Cast ‘Victim Of Its Own Popularity’

It has just been announced that mega cruise ships will be under strict restrictions when arriving in popular Italian port, Venice. Certain vessels will be stopped from steaming past Venice’s St Mark’s Square under a new deal between the Italian government and Venice officials; the news will see the tourist ships re-routed to a nearby industrial port. After years of debate, it is hoped the move will balance the need for tourism and jobs with the city’s delicate ecosystem. It is widely understood that Venice has been a victim of its own popularity, with an onslaught of tourism that...

Seabourn Deliver Mega-Important Date & News Of Incredible New Journeys Around The World

Seabourn has announced the arrival of Seabourn Ovation for May 2018, set to join sister ship Seabourn Encore. The three 458-guest Odyssey-class ships will mean that the cruise line have the youngest and most modern ultra-luxury fleet in the industry, with no ship more than 8 years old. Designed by hospitality design icon, Adam D. Tihany, the 40,350-tonne ship will feature modern design elements and innovations in keeping with Seabourn’s reputation for understated elegance. Seabourn Ovation will carry just 600 guests based on double occupancy and be configured with one additional deck, new expanded public areas and every suite...

Breaking News: Celebrity Edge Is Arriving EARLY

*Update as of 5/1/18* Celebrity Cruises has just released some incredibly exciting news: Celebrity Edge will be completed ahead of schedule, allowing her to enter service earlier than expected! Edge will now make her official debut on a new 7-night Western Caribbean sailing departing from Ft. Lauderdale on 9th December 2018. This inaugural sailing will visit the breathtaking ports of Key West, Cozumel, Costa Maya, and Grand Cayman, however Celebrity are also pleased to announce four new preview cruises too. For those who cannot wait until the 9th December for their first taste of Celebrity Edge, there are four...

The Definitive List Of Your Tourist Habits That Could Land You In A Prison Cell

It’s scary how easily a phrase, gesture or look can be misconstrued when you’re abroad. Something as innocuous or even common place as a handshake can get you into a lot of trouble in a foreign country if you’re not careful… You may think you’re being friendly or polite but if you’ve not done a bit of research then you may be surprised to find you’re offending people left, right and centre. Just see how these everyday acts are capable of upsetting the locals when you’re on holiday… Thailand France The Middle East The Middle East Russia USA Japan...

The Ultimate Guide Of What To Do When Things Go Wrong On Your Cruise

There’s three things a lot of Brits like to do above all others; moan about the weather, queue up for things and complain to people about other stuff. Given that you’re on a cruise, you’d hope there wouldn’t be the need to complain to anyone but occasionally (very occasionally) a situation may arise where you feel you need to speak to someone. Who to speak to though? Do you head straight to the Captain? Would he listen to you if you did? How does a cruise ship’s hierarchy actually work? Below are twelve of the most common situations that can arise on a cruise ship that you might need to complain about, and what you should do about them if you’re unlucky enough to have them happen to you… Umm, Excuse Me…Is That My Suitcase Still On The Dock There? First of all, relax. The kind of situation where your luggage just hasn’t arrived on-board is incredibly rare. If it does occur, then one of three things will have happened… 1- It Actually Is On-Board Chances are your case has made it to the ship safely and is waiting to be delivered to your cabin. Be patient as this can sometimes take a couple of hours. If after that time it’s still not there, just head down to the purser’s desk to speak to someone. Either (though not likely) your bag...