Erica's Cruises

  Royal Caribbean International is furthering its commitment to total guest satisfaction by expanding its existing onboard beverage program to include two new packages that will streamline and enhance the onboard guest experience.  The cruise line is introducing two new beverage packages – Classic and Premium, which will allow guests…

  MSC Cruises is introducing an adult-only Sanctuary, the Top 18 Exclusive Solarium, on the top decks of the MSC Splendida, Fantasia, Divina and Preziosa. Included are dedicated spa services, bar menu and complimentary fruit skewers. Designed exclusively for the Fantasia class ships, the Top 18 Exclusive Solarium will be…

  The policies address issues relate to lifejacket stowage on newly-constructed ships, the securing of heavy objects onboard ships, and the synchronisation of bridge operating procedures within commonly owned and operated fleets. They were agreed as part of the Cruise Industry Operational Safety Review, which was launched in January 2012.…

Azamara Quest, the first of Azamara Club Cruises’ twin boutique ships to undergo refurbishment, emerged today from an eight-day drydock – complete with a refresh of all public spaces and staterooms and a new “Azamara Blue” hull.   Named for the cruise line by Navantia Shipyard, the unique navy-blue color…

Silversea Cruises' Silver Cloud is currently sailing on her first voyage following a successful three-week dry dock in Palermo, Italy, where extensive renovations were made to nearly every area of the ultra-luxury ship. Silver Cloud's interior decoration has been completely renovated, including all the suites, public spaces and dining venues,…

Engaged couples can now experience the romance of being joined at sea by the Captain aboard a Royal Caribbean International ship through the Royal Romance weddings and vow renewal program. The Commonwealth of the Bahamas has cleared the cruise line to conduct legal weddings aboard the world’s most innovative cruise…

According to reports coming out of the UK and Dubai, where she is berthed, the Queen Elizabeth 2 may be scrapped. The classic ocean liner was placed in Dubai when she retired, with owners buying her from Cunard Line and Carnival Corporation with sights set on turning her into a hotel…

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced its new Winter Collection, featuring voyages from November 2013 through May 2014 to South America, Asia, the South Pacific, Europe, the Caribbean and Alaska. All sailings include two-for-one fares, free air and bonus savings of up to $15,000 per suite when booked by December…

I am so excited I have just booked my holiday for October with my two boys and my mum on board  MSC Splendida. MSC Splendida As the newest vessel in the MSC Cruises fleet, the MSC Splendida is just what its name would imply - splendid. Along with its sister…

For the first time in the 18-year history of Silversea Cruises, three of the  line's ships -- Silver Cloud, Silver Wind and Silver Spirit -- called in the same port on the same day. The historic convergence of the three ships took place today in Corfu, a Greek island. Surrounded…