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a coral for a donation of $35 per person. Unique coral adoption cards for those participating will be placed in their guest room on board. 2022 is Windstar’s 35th anniversary of sailing in
Tahiti/French Polynesia – the longest of any operator in the region and the only destination where the cruise line sails year-round, giving guests ample opportunity to plan a once-in-a-lifetime visit in any season.
With two ships sailing French Polynesia
throughout October, Windstar has been celebrating its 35th season throughout the month with special events, integration with local dignitaries and artists and a heightened infusion of local culture both on board and ashore. “This new partnership is a wonderful way for us to
Windstar Cruises Partners with Coral Gardeners
SMALL ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has partnered with the Coral Gardeners, a Mo’orea- based organisation in French Polynesia determined to revolutionise ocean conservation and create a global movement to save the coral reefs through reef restoration, awareness activities and innovative solutions. The team works to grow, plant and monitor thousands of heat-resilient corals with the goal of bringing life back to the ocean.
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The three-year partnership begins this month with Windstar’s $35,000 donation to Coral Gardeners to adopt coral for all guests sailing with Windstar in French Polynesia for the remainder of 2022. Guests on the remaining 2022 sailings will receive a small card in their guest room, alerting them to the adoption of coral in their name. In 2023 and 2024, each guest booked on a Windstar cruise in French Polynesia will be presented with the option to adopt
new ship, MSC Euribia, will offer sailings out of Southampton in the UK From October 2023 and throughout winter 2023/24. Launching in 2023, MSC Euribia is set to be a truly sustainable ship – the second ship in the MSC fleet to be powered by liquid natural gas (LNG) fuel. MSC Euribia also boasts striking new features including original works of art on the decks and design features throughout the hull. The unique and iconic design by artist Alex Flämig,
titled #SaveTheSea, has been chosen to represent MSC Cruises’ message of dedication to help protect the marine ecosystem.
On board, guests will enjoy a range of entertainment options including original grand- scale shows in the theatre, the Coral Reef Aquapark – one of the biggest and most intricate waterparks at sea, and the casino. For those looking for relaxation, MSC Euribia offers five spectacular pools and the MSC Aurea Spa. Finally, MSC Euribia offers a choice of ten dining venues and 21 bars offering gastronomic adventures with globally inspired menus. Antonio Paradiso, Managing Director – UK and
Ireland, MSC Cruises, said, “We are committed to offering the best possible experience for our guests from the UK and Ireland and that is why our newest
celebrate Tahiti during our 35th anniversary season, but more importantly to make a positive impact for the future of these incredible islands,” said Windstar President Christopher Prelog. “We’ve been focused on reducing our carbon footprint via updating our fleet’s engines and operations, and this next step in climate action at sea is to partner with Coral Gardeners to protect the environment in French Polynesia and beyond. Prelog is confident the majority of guests will
choose to donate to help save the reef they are enjoying on their Tahiti cruise.
MSC Announce Southampton Sailings on brand new ship Euribia From October ‘23 MSC Cruises have announced that
ship, MSC Euribia, will be in the UK during 2023 and 2024.
“Since our first full ex-UK season back in 2018,
we’ve seen a huge demand for stress-free, no-fly cruises from Southampton on board MSC Virtuosa. Basing MSC Euribia in the UK will help us to build on this success by offering our UK customers the chance to experience one of the most impressive cruise experiences offering leading sustainability technology and cutting-edge design features.” Itineraries on board MSC Euribia departing from Southampton offer UK customers the chance to visit idyllic winter destinations including Amsterdam, Bruges and Paris.
Celebrity Cruises Ship to Homeport in Southampton for the First Time
CELEBRITY Cruises have announced that for the first time, one of its Edge® Series ships will homeport in Southampton, UK for its entire 2024 season. The second ship in the line’s Series – Celebrity Apex – will replace the recently-revitalised Celebrity Silhouette, opening up a new way for British guests to explore Europe in style. “This truly is an exciting moment for us. Having
one of our award-winning Edge® Series ships sailing from Southampton will offer an experience like no other from the UK, connecting guests to the world around them through the innovative outward-facing design and visionary spaces these celebrated ships are known for,” said Lisa Lutoff Perlo, President & CEO of Celebrity Cruises. “Celebrity Cruises continues to redefine cruising, taking our guests to the world’s best places on the world’s best ships.” Celebrity Cruises Vice President & Managing
Director of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Jo Rzymowska, added, “The UK has always been integral to the success
of our brand, and homeporting Celebrity Apex from Southampton underlines our commitment to this market and is testament to the strength of local consumer demand, supported by our formidable travel partners. There is huge appetite from UK guests who share our curiosity for people, places and cultures, and our passion for opening up the world through a love of travel. I’m looking forward to welcoming even more of our guests on board Celebrity Apex when she raises the bar for cruising from Southampton in 2024.”
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