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Unforgettable Croatia introduces Starlink internet on six more vessels
Six ships in the Unforgettable Croatia fleet have been upgraded to feature high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi, following a successful trial on one vessel last year. The luxury small-ship operator now provides faster and more reliable complimentary internet access, allowing for easier streaming, messaging, social media use and remote working on board.
unforgettablecroatia.com
Ambassador Cruise Line unveils coach transfers to Tilbury
Ambassador Cruise Line has unveiled a regional coach transfer programme featuring 10 pick-up points across the UK for travel to London Tilbury. Te transfers are available on
nine sailings departing between January and March 2027, with prices starting from £70. Passengers can access the
service from Dundee, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Newcastle, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Bristol, Cardiff and Portsmouth. Te transfers have been
introduced to provide guests with “a convenient and affordable way” to go on holiday, following trade and customer feedback that identified transport to the Essex port as “a potential barrier when booking winter sailings”. Nicola Harper, head of
distribution, said the adult-only cruise line would look to expand the programme year-round.
ambassadorcruiseline.com
Seabourn completes
Quest enhancements Seabourn Quest has completed the most comprehensive interior update in the line’s history, with enhancements to its suites, public areas, dining venues and spa. Seabourn Quest is sailing seven-day Mediterranean voyages until November.
seabourn.com
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Cruise Plus releases brochure offering sailings from 2026 to 2028
Cruise Plus has launched its first annual brochure since 2022, featuring departures from 2026 to 2028 and product from 27 partners across ocean, river, expedition and yacht cruising. The 164-page brochure – available to order via TradeGate – also includes land extensions to help agents create bespoke trips.
goldmedal.co.uk/cruise-plus
MSC launches summer 2028 schedule of 21 ex-UK sailings
Samantha Mayling
MSC Cruises has unveiled a summer 2028 programme of 21 sailings aboard MSC Meraviglia from Southampton. MSC Meraviglia will operate sailings to destinations
including the Norwegian fords, northern Europe, France, Spain, Portugal, the Canary Islands and Morocco between May and October. Itineraries include seven, nine, 12 and 14-night
options, and bookings made by June 30 qualify for a £50 per person deposit and an early-booking 5% discount, with Voyagers Club members qualifying for an additional 5% saving. Prices start at £824 per person for a seven-night
cruise to France and Spain, departing on July 1. A special seven-night sailing to Cherbourg, Cork,
25 JUNE 2026
Liverpool, Belfast and Greenock will give football fans the chance to follow the Euro 2028 football championship at sea, with onboard screenings and entertainment throughout the voyage. Prices start from £904 for the cruise, which departs on June 10. MSC Meraviglia has 12 dining venues, 15 indoor
bars, five outdoor bars, swimming pools, an outdoor waterpark, racing and flight simulator, bowling alley, theatre shows, MSC Aurea Spa and MSC Yacht Club. Antonio Paradiso, vice-president of international
sales, said: “From the Norwegian fords and northern Europe to the Iberian Coast, Canary Islands and Morocco, there is something for every type of traveller. “Combined with our £50 deposit offer and additional
Voyagers Club savings, now is the perfect time for guests to secure their preferred sailing and cabin.”
msccruises.co.uk
travelweekly.co.uk
PICTURES: MSC Rights/Ivan Sarfatti; Dewa Bagus Putu
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