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Gary Barlow Set To SHINE Onboard P&O Cruises Itineraries


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Silversea Cruises Add Two Sailings out of Belfast for 2023


P&O Cruises has announced dates for exclusive performances by Gary Barlow on Arvia and Iona holidays in 2023. Following sell-out performances in 2022


on board Iona, Gary will appear on the Spain, Portugal and Canary Islands cruise on Iona (G307) departing Southampton on March 18, 2023 and a Mediterranean cruise on P&O Cruises newest ship Arvia (K309) departing Southampton on April 30, 2023. There will be two exclusive performances on each cruise and all proceeds from ticket sales for the shows will be donated to Child Bereavement UK and Teenage Cancer Trust. Gary Barlow said: “Music has been such a


massive part of my life – and taken me on so many journeys and adventures.


After some


incredible shows with P&O Cruises last year, I can’t wait to perform on Arvia and Iona in 2023 and pass these experiences on to all the guests.” Gary is one of Britain’s most successful songwriters and record producers. As part of the group Take That, he has won eight BRIT Awards and sold over 45 million records. Aside from his achievements with Take That, he has also co- written and produced music for other renowned artists including Dame Shirley Bassey, Sir Elton John and Robbie Williams. Gary’s


pioneering partnership with P&O


Cruises as music director of The 710 Club on Arvia and Iona has already delivered a number of unique musical moments on board. Crafted to Gary’s creative vision The 710 Club showcases an eclectic range of performances, curated to appeal to British music lovers. The late-night music venue is exclusively for adults and offers an opportunity for up-and-coming musicians to get their break.


Gary Barlow will perform on board the following holidays: Spain, Portugal and Canary Islands, 14 nights 14 night cruise on Iona (G307). Departing Southampton on March 18, 2023 the price includes full board meals,


February 2023


Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 Launches Limited Edition Scarf A


LIMITED-edition


Cunard x Liberty scarf has been launched to celebrate Liberty’s first store at sea. The store – which opened on Cunard’s flagship Queen Mary 2 in October 2022 – features the brand’s best- selling items, including silk


pyjama sets, purses and bags, as well as two colourways of the special Cunard x Liberty scarf.


NORTHERN Europe dazzles at every turn. A treasure trove of rugged landscapes and cutting- edge cities, this region has many faces. Whether delving into a depth of history, being wowed by the wildlife or simply enjoying the diversity of culture and cuisine, our hand-picked itineraries offer unparalleled options – sailing direct out of Belfast. There are so many reasons to sail Northern Europe with Silversea. The small-ship access to unknown places, the all-inclusive personalised service or our incomparable destination knowledge, when it comes to choice, Silversea is first-class.


Choose from two fantastic options sailing


direct out of Belfast. Sail Belfast to Reykjavik on Silver Moon calling at Greenock, Oban, Seydisfjdour, Djupivogur and Heimaey before arriving in Reykjavik. Prices from £3,100 per person. Fancy something shorter? Sail Belfast to Southampton, at Liverpool,


calling Dublin, Fishguard


and Falmouth before arriving in Southampton. Prices from £2,500 per person.


See your local travel agent for more information and to book. Celebrity Cruises Celebrates Sneak Peek of Newest Edge Series Ship kid’s clubs and


entertainment. Departing and returning to Southampton, ports of call are Madeira, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Seville (from Cádiz) and Lisbon (including two full days and an overnight stay in port). P&O Cruises Food Hero, José Pizarro will also join guests on board G307. Mediterranean, 14 nights 14 night cruise on Arvia (K309). Departing Southampton on April 30, 2023 the price includes full board meals, kid’s clubs and entertainment. Departing and returning to Southampton, ports of call are La Coruña, Mallorca, Florence/Pisa (from La Spezia), Marseilles, Barcelona and Seville (from Cadiz). Gary will not travel for the duration of each


cruise. For more information or to book, visit www. pocruises.com or visit a travel agent.


CELEBRITY Ascent, the fourth ship in Celebrity Cruises’ Edge Series, officially touched water for the first time , as she was floated out from the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire. The moment marks the exciting completion of the ship’s hull and exterior super-structure, and the vessel now progresses to the next phase of construction. Debuting in December 2023, Celebrity Ascent will be the “twin sister” ship in every way to Celebrity BeyondTM, which debuted last spring to rave reviews and designed by a team of modern lifestyle icons including multi- award-winning British designer Kelly Hoppen CBE; celebrated American designer Nate Berkus; lauded P aris-based design firm Jouin Manku; innovative British architect Tom Wright; and Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur Daniel Boulud.


“So much more than a ship, Celebrity Ascent will be the embodiment of a relaxed luxury resort at sea, and I can’t imagine a more exciting way to start the new year than by celebrating this important construction milestone,” said Celebrity Cruises President and CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo. “The collaboration between the shipyard and Celebrity teams continues to be extraordinary and I am grateful to all involved for their passion and expertise. Momentum and


anticipation is quickly building for this ship and we’ll continue to share her progress and all that awaits our guests onboard this next installation in our groundbreaking, next-generation Edge Series.” Travellers aboard Celebrity Ascent will enjoy signature experiences found exclusively onboard a Celebrity Cruises Edge Series ship, including: Transformational accommodations including legendary two-story Edge Villa


Cunard’s association with Liberty dates back to 1968, when an original bespoke scarf, titled ‘Vacances’, was hand-painted by Liberty’s design director at the time, Bernard Nevill. The design was hugely successful and reimagined in 1988 for Cunard’s Queen Elizabeth 2. The artists in the Liberty design studio have re-drawn this classic design once more, giving it a modern twist by spotlighting the joyful holiday scenes from the original and springing them from the border, giving the scarf a delightful escapist feel. Lee Powell, Vice President of Brand &


Product, Cunard, said, “We are delighted to celebrate the first ever Liberty store at sea aboard Cunard’s flagship Queen Mary 2, and are especially excited to showcase this beautiful scarf designed exclusively for Cunard by Liberty’s talented team.” The Liberty store will be operated by


Harding+. Plans are underway for Liberty products to be available on Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria later in the year.


staterooms with


direct access to the exclusive suite- only The Retreat Sun Deck as well as Infinite Veranda staterooms that transform into open-air verandas, among the largest at sea;


Awe-inspiring views from the iconic Magic Carpet – the world’s first


cantilevered cruise ship experience, and from bow to stern as a result of the unique outward-facing ship design; Celebrity Ascent is now mooring in her new location at the shipyard, where interior work on the ship will begin and continue over the next several months. For


more information visit Celebrity Cruises at 0344 493 2043. A Summer of Sea: MSC Cruises Reveal 2023 Destinations


WITH the rain and grey skies quite literally dampening the mood, now is the time to think about warmer climates and book a summer holiday with the help of MSC Cruises. Guests can enjoy the convenience of no-fly cruises from Southampton or begin their journey from outside the UK with an array of sought-after destinations to explore this summer such as the Mediterranean, The Nordics, The Caribbean and The Middle East. While on board an MSC Cruise, guests can create their ideal holiday depending on what floats their boat with many memory-making experiences on


offer. Here are some of our top picks: Action & adventure – MSC Cruises offers an incredible range of shore excursions for guests to explore each destination. PROTECTOURS offers unforgettable experiences in close contact with nature and communities; 70% of the tours involve activities with zero environmental impact. Local guides, with an expertise in wildlife or traditions, help guests save baby sea turtles in the Caribbean, clean the desert in Abu Dhabi, explore Iceland by horseback, or immerse in Corfu’s magical world of bees. Guests can add a PROTECTOUR in Zadar, Croatia to a 7-night sailing on MSC Sinfonia.


Rest & recharge – If relaxing is the order of the day, MSC Aurea Spa is the place to be. With a thermal area, professional massages, body treatments, facials and beauty services, guests can pamper themselves for a holiday of pure escapism. What better way to relax than on MSC Cruises’ newest ship – and its first LNG-powered ship – MSC World Europa, with a 4-night Mediterranean cruise. Family & fun – The activities for families are never- ending, which is why MSC Cruises is known for its family offering. Families can enjoy a fun, safe, and hassle-free environment while on board MSC Virtuosa, departing from Southampton for an


airport-free holiday in Northern Europe for 14 nights.


MSC Cruises has created an array of great- value drink packages and cabin treatments with all gratuities included for guests to enjoy on board to make the whole experience at sea that much better. For more information on the MSC Cruises fleet and the variety of itineraries and shore excursions head to the MSC Cruises website: msccruises.co.uk.


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Journey North in 2023 with Silversea Cruises


SILVERSEA Cruises is inviting travellers to discover the natural and cultural wonders of the Arctic in 2023, offering a limited-time promotion of up to 20% savings on selected door-to-door all-inclusive expedition voyages to Greenland, Arctic Canada, and Arctic Norway. Also benefitting from reduced deposits of just 15% on door-to-door fares, travellers will save between 10% and 20% on selected Arctic voyages for new bookings made between January 17 and February 28, 2023. “Our limited-time


Arctic promotion provides


a great incentive for travellers to discover some of the world’s most remote destinations without compromising on luxury and comfort,” says Barbara Muckermann, Silversea’s President and CEO. “Silversea’s Arctic offering is unique, with three


ultra-luxury ships sailing in the region throughout 2023,


expedition ship,


including the world’s most luxurious Silver Endeavour; the most


comprehensive all-inclusive offering in expedition cruising; and unmatched destination expertise that has been honed over 15 years.”


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