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Queen Elizabeth 2 (or QE2) launched as a floating hotel in Dubai in 2018. But long before her conversion into a hotel, I was lucky enough to sail on one of her final voyages. QE2 Dubai QE2.com is the official website for the hotel, which has images of the refurbished
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P&O Cruises has launched dedicated family zones across its five family-friendly ships for the duration of the 2023 summer holiday season. Guests will find a selection of new toys and activities available on board Arvia, Iona, Britannia, Azura and Ventura. In partnership with Harding+, Arvia and Iona’s retail spaces will
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With just three weeks this Sunday until Saga Cruises returns to the ocean on Spirit of Discovery, the ship is a hive of activity as it prepares to relaunch. Spirit of Discovery was initially launched on July 10, 2019 so had only recently taken to the waves when Covid-19 locked
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MSC Cruises has announced it will restart its sailing operations in Spain with the deployment of MSC Grandiosa to Barcelona from 26 June for a Saturday embarkation. Valencia will then be added as an additional port of call as of 30 July. This follows recent announcements by the line that
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The future of cruising is here as sales have opened for MSC Cruises’ most innovative and environmentally advanced vessel to date, MSC World Europa. The first in a trailblazing new class of ships – the MSC World Class, this next-generation ship introduces to the market a completely new platform that boasts
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Britain’s largest and most environmentally-friendly cruise ship, P&O Cruises Iona, arrived into her home port of Southampton this morning ahead of tonight’s official naming ceremony. Iona is powered by liquefied natural gas, ground-breaking for the UK cruise industry and one of the cleanest fuels in the world. The ship will
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MSC Virtuosa, MSC Cruises’ latest flagship, has arrived in Southampton, ready to welcome guests as cruising restarts in the UK. The newest and most innovative ship in MSC Cruises’ fleet, MSC Virtuosa will embark on her maiden voyage around the British Isles on 20th May. With all of MSC Cruises’ trademark glamour and
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Disney Magic called at Southampton on Sunday as the cruise ship prepares for “Disney Magic at Sea” UK staycation sailings this summer, for UK residents. Southampton is one of the four home ports, alongside Liverpool, Newcastle and London Tilbury, where “Disney Magic at Sea” limited time sailings will provide guests
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All eyes are on MSC Virtuosa, MSC Cruises’ brand-new flagship, coming to the British Isles this summer. A destination in itself, the ship offers everything a family could want to create the ultimate holiday, with an award-winning offering for kids of all ages. And parents can rest easy that their little
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Disney Cruise Line’s recently announced “Disney Magic at Sea” staycation sailings will go on sale to U.K. residents from 30 April 2021 at 9.00am. Booking for Castaway Club members – guests who have previously sailed with Disney Cruise Line – is 28 – 29 April 2021. Featuring enchanted entertainment and with multiple
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Cunard Captain, Christopher Wells, is retiring after a stellar 20 year career with Cunard, part of 30 years spent working across Carnival Corporation cruise lines. In recognition of his outstanding service he has been awarded the rank of Commodore. Commodore Wells has spent the last 13 years leading the team
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Princess Cruises has unveiled the line-up of celebrity speakers and guest entertainers for its Summer Seacations. MedallionClass ships Regal Princess and Sky Princess will sail roundtrip from Southampton between July and September this year offering scenic UK cruises and voyages with stops in Liverpool, Portland, Belfast and Greenock, on itineraries ranging
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