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Luxury Cruise Lines Adds Free Wi-FI

Silversea Cruises has announced its exciting new programme for 2015 that introduces shore excursions and Wi-Fi on any of the line’s 52 Mediterranean cruises. Known for its ultra-luxurious cruising experience, Silversea guests can choose from a range of included Silver Shore Select excursions, from exploring ancient Athens to discovering the renaissance treasures of Florence. The small-group excursions are led by local expert guides and provide passengers with the opportunity to discover each destination’s art, history and culture. Not only this, but the tech-savvy guests on-board can benefit from two hours of complementary Wi-Fi each day and unlimited complementary Wi-Fi for the line’s larger suites. Kristian Anderson, senior vice president of Silversea Cruises, said: “We’re delighted to enhance the value proposition for our guests with the launch of this new ultra-inclusive pricing initiative. Our company is known for pioneering the concept of all-inclusive voyaging. “By including shore excursions and Wi-Fi in the cruise fare, we’re making the Silversea vacation experience more indulgent and relevant for today’s active luxury traveller.” Alongside these perks, other included amenities aboard Silversea’s Mediterranean cruises feature: butler service for all suites; gourmet dining; round-trip transportation into town; lecture and enrichment programmes; and in-suite bars stocked with guests’ preferences. Will you be embarking on one of Silversea’s Mediterranean cruises? Are you an avid Wi-Fi user? Interested in taking advantage of Silverseas free Wi-FI? You can learn more...

Expedition cruise brand launched by Fred

Fred Holidays has announced it is set to offer a collection of cruises through the launch of a new brand, Fred Expeditions. The company revealed that the cruises will be available to be booked through specialist operators and the firm believes the move, which will focus on expedition cruises, will be a first for the UK trade market. Fred Holidays head of cruise Geoff Ridgeon stated that the company has seen a gap in the market and believes Fred Expedition can take advantage of it, Travel Weekly reports. He said: “Historically the expedition market has not been the easiest...

Five Cruise Ship Pools That Make A Real Splash

When booking a holiday the first thing many of us look at is how good the hotel pool is but if you’re planning a cruise you might feel like you have to compromise. Don’t be silly! A cruise ship holiday should never be a compromise and whether it’s an incredible onboard waterpark or a serene spa pool that you want, www.CRUISE.co.uk is here to help you find it! Take a break from swimwear shopping and take a look at our top five cruise ship swimming pools: Best Indoor Pool The family friendly ships are great but if you want to escape the hoards of excited smaller holidaymakers (including your own!) then the Celebrity Solstice-class ships have the perfect spot. Bypass busy family pool and head for the adults-only Solarium pool complex. Swim in peace, relax in a hot tub or recline on a lounger while protected from the elements (and curious eyes) from a glass atrium. It’s the ideal hideaway on a busy ship. You can learn more about Celebrity cruises here Best for Bubbles Book a Silversea cruise and you can expect a taste of the finer things in life – and what could be finer than sinking into a poolside hot tub; preferably with a glass of bubbly to go with your bubbles? On the Silver Spirit pool deck you’ll find three bubbling whirlpools...

Stockholm a popular choice for luxury travel turnarounds

Stockholm is positioning itself as a turnaround destination of choice for luxury cruise brands such as Regent Seven Seas, Silversea Cruises, Windstar Cruises Crystal Cruises and Oceania. That is according to Seatrade Insider, which reports that 274 cruise ships are expected to visit the city this year, carrying 470,000 passengers in total. Some 36 of these will use the ship as a turnaround port, the majority of which are from luxury cruise brands. Stockholm Visitors Board recently pointed out that the majority of passengers on ships calling at Stockholm will go ashore – 97 per cent compared just 87 per cent across the rest of Europe. Claudia Quas, project manager of Stockholm Cruise Network, told the website: “Thanks to its compact size, the city is the perfect cruise destination for day trippers as well as turnarounds.” In 2014, Stockholm is also expecting more UK passengers than it has ever received before, as Brits continue to be attracted to the allure of Scandinavian territories. Been to Stockholm? Interested in visiting? Let us...