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The beloved British actor will share stories from his storied career aboard Queen Elizabeth's maiden Caribbean season.
08/08/2025

The beloved British actor will share stories from his storied career aboard Queen Elizabeth's maiden Caribbean season.

There's something undeniably romantic about the idea of crossing the Atlantic with a member of the Crawley family – even if he's fictional. This November, Hugh Bonneville, the distinguished actor who brought Lord Grantham to life in Downton Abbey, will trade the Yorkshire Dales for turquoise Carib...

Launching in February 2026, Aqua Expedition's new luxury yacht offers intimate voyages to Aldabra's giant tortoises, pri...
08/08/2025

Launching in February 2026, Aqua Expedition's new luxury yacht offers intimate voyages to Aldabra's giant tortoises, pristine coral atolls, and East Africa's wildest waters.

Aqua Expeditions is about to transform how discerning passengers experience the Indian Ocean's most pristine waters. Come February 2026, the luxury expedition specialist will launch Aqua Lares, a 77.4m / 254ft. mega-yacht that promises to redefine small-ship cruising in East Africa's biodiversity ho...

The cruise line's smallest ship will undergo a thoughtful renovation that balances heritage with contemporary sophisti...
08/08/2025

The cruise line's smallest ship will undergo a thoughtful renovation that balances heritage with contemporary sophistication. https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/crystal-symphonys-elegant-transformation-promises-an-even-more-refined-voyage Crystal Cruises

Crystal Symphony is set to emerge from a November drydock with a series of carefully orchestrated enhancements that promise to elevate an already exceptional onboard experience. For discerning passengers who appreciate the intimacy of small-ship cruising, these updates represent more than mere cosme...

Azamara's new programming transforms small-ship cruising into immersive gastronomic journeys. Regional classes, auth...
06/08/2025

Azamara's new programming transforms small-ship cruising into immersive gastronomic journeys. Regional classes, authentic port access, and thoughtfully curated onboard experiences create floating festivals. https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/a-taste-of-the-world-awaits-aboard-azamaras-intimate-culinary-voyages Azamara

The intimate scale of small-ship cruising has always promised a more personal connection to destinations, now Azamara has elevated this concept into something approaching art. Their newest culinary programming transforms each voyage into a floating food festival, where the journey becomes as memorab...

Luxury expedition cruising reaches its next evolution as Aqua Expeditions announces two founder-hosted inaugural voyages...
06/08/2025

Luxury expedition cruising reaches its next evolution as Aqua Expeditions announces two founder-hosted inaugural voyages to the pristine waters of East Africa. https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/aqua-expeditions-charts-new-waters-in-the-indian-ocean/

The luxury cruise pioneer launches two exclusive East Africa voyages in February 2026 The Indian Ocean has long held secrets – ancient coral atolls where time stands still, granite islands sculpted by millions of years of isolation, and waters so pristine they mirror the sky with crystalline clari...

A guest favorite who spent 16 years perfecting the art of luxury cruise entertainment has rejoined Crystal Symphony, bri...
05/08/2025

A guest favorite who spent 16 years perfecting the art of luxury cruise entertainment has rejoined Crystal Symphony, bringing his renowned warmth and expertise back to the intimate world of small-ship cruising. https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/a-beloved-cruise-director-returns-to-crystal-symphony/ Crystal Cruises

Shane Morley is back where he belongs – entertaining discerning guests aboard Crystal Symphony After four years managing a winery in Australia's renowned Margaret River region, Shane Morley has returned to his true calling: creating unforgettable moments for guests aboard Crystal Symphony. The bel...

Azamara transforms its premium accommodations with guest-driven enhancements that eliminate onboard friction points whil...
04/08/2025

Azamara transforms its premium accommodations with guest-driven enhancements that eliminate onboard friction points while deepening the small-ship luxury experience. https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/azamara-raises-the-bar-with-elevated-suite-experiences-for-discerning-cruisers/ Azamara

When it comes to small-ship cruising, the devil is in the details. Azamara Cruises understands this better than most, which is why the cruise line's latest announcement feels less like a marketing ploy and more like a genuine response to what sophisticated cruisers actually want from their time at s...

Silversea's 2026 world cruise transcends traditional luxury , offering 596 guests authentic cultural immersion and culi...
04/08/2025

Silversea's 2026 world cruise transcends traditional luxury , offering 596 guests authentic cultural immersion and culinary mastery across six continents aboard the intimate Silver Dawn. https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/the-curious-and-the-cultured-silverseas-reimagined-world-cruise-sets-sail-in-2026/ Silversea

In an era where luxury travel continues to evolve beyond mere opulence, Silversea has crafted something extraordinary for 2026 – a world cruise that reads like a love letter to cultural immersion and culinary discovery. The Curious and the Sea aboard Silver Dawn promises to redefine what it means ...

The luxury cruise line eliminates layovers and elevates the journey to Darwin's living laboratory with exclusive chart...
31/07/2025

The luxury cruise line eliminates layovers and elevates the journey to Darwin's living laboratory with exclusive charter flights and enhanced pre-cruise experiences. https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/silversea-charts-a-smoother-course-to-the-galapagos/ Silversea

For discerning travelers who've long dreamed of exploring the Galápagos Islands, the journey has traditionally been as much about endurance as adventure. Multiple connections, lengthy layovers in Guayaquil, and the logistical complexity of reaching one of the world's most remote archipelagos have o...

Regent update their evening dress code - refined denim and dress trainers will now be welcome in all public areas after ...
31/07/2025

Regent update their evening dress code - refined denim and dress trainers will now be welcome in all public areas after 6 p.m. See our updated dress code guide for details. https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/regent-seven-seas-dress-code-complete-guide-for-2025 Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Planning a Regent Seven Seas cruise and wondering what to pack? This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about the Regent Seven Seas dress code, from daytime casual wear to formal optional evenings. Important update – August 2025: Following careful thought and listening to feed...

Weekend feature: The Alajmo brothers and Crystal, a collaboration that represents something extraordinary in cruise dini...
26/07/2025

Weekend feature: The Alajmo brothers and Crystal, a collaboration that represents something extraordinary in cruise dining. https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/the-alajmo-brothers-bring-michelin-starred-magic-to-crystal Crystal Cruises

When Crystal Cruises announced their partnership with the Alajmo brothers, discerning food lovers took notice. Now, as their reimagined menus debut aboard Crystal Symphony and prepare to launch on Crystal Serenity this August, it's clear this collaboration represents something extraordinary in cruis...

Oceania’s new partnership with celebrated winemaker Gérard Bertrand transforms intimate shipboard dining into an immersi...
25/07/2025

Oceania’s new partnership with celebrated winemaker Gérard Bertrand transforms intimate shipboard dining into an immersive journey through France's sun-soaked Languedoc-Roussillon, where sustainable viticulture meets culinary artistry. https://www.theluxurycruisereview.com/a-taste-of-the-south-of-france-awaits-at-sea Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises partners with acclaimed winemaker Gérard Bertrand for an exclusive new dining experience The azure waters of the Mediterranean have long inspired the greatest culinary traditions, from sun-drenched vineyards to bustling coastal markets. Now, Oceania Cruises is bringing that same spi...

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Today we are among the most trusted luxury cruise review and news sites. Refreshingly different, immersive and engaging with great reporting from our experts and contributions from passionate cruise guests all over the world.