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September/October 2024
MSC Cruises And Chelsea FC Set Sail on Long-Term Partnership
MSC Cruises has announced it is extending its long-term partnership with Chelsea FC. Since 2019, Chelsea FC and MSC Cruises have forged a powerful alliance, successfully collaborating on a range of business, marketing, and community initiatives. From impactful customer acquisition campaigns to engaging branded content and pioneering sustainability projects, this partnership has achieved remarkable milestones. The renewed three-year partnership promises
Oceania Cruises Spotlights Enticing European Sailings for 2025 OCEANIA
Cruises, the world’s leading
culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, is spotlighting an array of new 2025 Europe sailings, ranging from six to 34 days, to whisk guests to the most breathtaking destinations across the continent. The ultra-premium line’s elegant boutique ships will set sail on a series of voyages taking in idyllic islands, dramatic fjords, well-loved European resort towns, and bustling cities, putting immersion in local communities and culinary excellence at the heart of each guest’s travel experience. Guests
wanting a true gourmet European
adventure will love sailing aboard Oceania Cruises’ newest ships, Vista, Allura and Marina. The ultimate foodie ships offer true immersion in the epicurean arts thanks to hundreds of culinary-focused shore excursions, an unprecedented array of dining venues, guest lectures and demonstrations, and hands-on cooking lessons in The Culinary Center. One of the highlights of the 2025 Europe season is the debut of the line’s newest ship, Allura, which
Carnival Cruise Line Reveals Details of Adults-Only 'Portal' at New Private Island
CARNIVAL Cruise Line has revealed details for its adults-only ‘portal’ at its new Celebration Key private island. The island is in Grand Bahama in the Caribbean and will open in July 2025. The Pearl Cove Beach Club will feature a secluded entry opening to views of an 11,000-square-foot private infinity pool with a large sun-shelf, water loungers and a swim-up bar. There will be a dedicated, private beach with sun loungers, accompanied by beachside food and drink service, as well as a full-service restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Additionally, Carnival has opened bookings for the Pearl Cove Beach Club, shore excursions, supervillas, cabanas and daybeds for guests booked on cruises visiting Celebration Key, beginning in July 2025. The Pearl Cove Beach Club includes three options: club access plus a welcome drink; club access plus open bar, and club access all-inclusive, which includes food from the restaurant. Christine Duffy,
president of Carnival Cruise Line,
said: “Celebration Key will give our guests elevated options and experiences across its five ‘portals’ and we’ve specifically designed Pearl Cove Beach Club as the perfect place for adults to lounge, unwind or relax in their own paradise. Guests booked on cruises to Celebration Key can now start planning their day as we open reservations for Pearl Cove, along with daybeds, cabanas and our unique supervillas, as well as shore excursions that celebrate the culture and beauty of Grand Bahama.” The cruise line has previously unveiled information about four other ‘portals’ on Celebration Key, including the family friendly Starfish Lagoon, Paradise Plaza welcome area, Calypso Lagoon adult-friendly area and Lokono Cove shopping village. Celebration Key will be on more than 500 itineraries, via 18 Carnival ships sailing from nine US homeports. Up to two Carnival ships will dock at an adjacent cruise pier that allows guests direct access to the island. For more information, visit
carnival.com.
to elevate MSC Cruises’ global presence among Chelsea supporters and football fans worldwide. Together, they will continue to deliver industry- leading campaigns, such as the innovative ‘MSC Meadow’ project, which saw 100 trees planted at Chelsea’s training ground, fostering biodiversity and inspiring positive community action. Looking ahead, Chelsea FC and MSC Cruises will continue to inspire fans and holidaymakers alike with their shared commitment to excellence. MSC Cruises is renowned not only for its state-of-the- art ships, equipped with cutting-edge technology and luxurious amenities, but also for offering unforgettable holiday experiences. With a fleet that includes some of the most technologically advanced and eco-friendly ships on the seas, MSC Cruises ensures a perfect blend of comfort, entertainment, and sustainability. Whether it’s exploring a huge variety of destinations in one trip or enjoying world-class dining and entertainment onboard, MSC Cruises offers an unparalleled holiday experience that aligns seamlessly with the values of Chelsea FC supporters.
Scenic Cruises Introduces Brand New 2025 Voyages
will set sail from Trieste, Italy, on her maiden voyage in mid-July before a series of eastern and western Mediterranean voyages for her inaugural season. Meanwhile, her sister ship,
Vista, alongside
Marina, will entice guests to enjoy the quieter early season with its lower temperatures in Spain, Portugal, and Greece, before heading north to the British Isles, Iceland, and Scandinavia for the height of the summer. “We are thrilled to have this rich line-up of Europe sailings on such a wonderful choice of ships for next year. We cannot wait to welcome Allura to the family in July; to have her, and her sister, Vista, which launched to global acclaim last year, in one of the most intriguing and well-loved cruise regions of the world at the same time is so exciting,” stated Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises. “Europe has always been a favourite for our well-travelled and curious guests, who eagerly seek to explore its hidden gems and create new memories aboard our elegant ships.”
SCENIC Luxury Cruises & Tours has introduced new ocean voyage itineraries
for 2025,
allowing guests to experience some of the most extraordinary destinations in the world, in the comfort of truly all-inclusive ultra- luxury. The world-class design and ground- breaking technology of Scenic Eclipse and Scenic Eclipse II ensures seamless navigation around the world’s most unique and remote locations that few will ever visit, for up to just 228 guests The Discovery Yachts’ state-of-the-art helicopters
allow guests to enjoy exclusive explorations from above the horizon, with air-conditioned interiors, noise cancelling headsets and expansive visibility from every seat. Cruisers can also explore via a range of Scenic Discovery activities such as kayaking and by Zodiac or embark on carefully curated Scenic Freechoice experiences. On board, guests can make the most of the sophisticated spaces designed for unwinding, including the expansive 550m2 Senses Spa, gym, Pilates and yoga studio before heading for a delicious dinner at one of ten on board dining options.
Iceland
An awe-inspiring journey from Ireland to On this 13-day cruise on board Scenic Eclipse
from Dublin to Reykjavik, guests will uncover a world inspired by myths and folklore. Sailing along the Scottish coast, glide by soaring mountains and jagged cliff faces, and walk through some of the world’s most remote villages before sipping champagne on board the luxury Discovery Yacht. In Northern Ireland, guests will visit Portrush to explore the best Irish beaches and then hop in a Scenic’s Airbus H130-T2 helicopter to take in the Isle of Skye’s jagged mountains. History lovers can take an excursion back to Viking times in Tórshavn – one of the world’s smallest cities and Europe’s least travelled destinations, located in the Faroe Islands. Concluding in Iceland, guests can take in the dramatic views of fjords, whale pods and beautiful 19th Century houses. An intrepid trip through Indonesia’s mystical
islands Setting sail from Benoa, one of Indonesian’s 18,000 islands, guests on this 16-day cruise will experience wildlife encounters,
breathtaking
scenery and captivating cultural interactions. Cruisers will visit the remote villages and uninhabited islands of the sprawling archipelago, exploring ancient Papuan rock art and biodiverse water throughout this immersive voyage on board Scenic Eclipse II. Guests will visit the ring-
shaped Satonda Island and get up close to the 150-kilogramme Komodo dragons that have roamed the Indonesian forests for millions of years. Travelling on to the islands of Raja Ampat, guests can explore the sapphire seas on one of Scenic’s Zodiacs, before moving on to the white sand of the Kai Islands and concluding the trip in Darwin – the tropical capital of Australia’s Northern Territory. Antarctica’s Ross Sea: Majestic Ice & Wildlife An unforgettable expedition where guests follow in the footsteps of explorers Shackleton and Scott, travelling from Australia to East Antarctica on board the Polar Class 6 rated Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II. C ruisers can take in the breaching whales and sunbaking seals of the Balleny Islands from the Discovery ships’ observation deck, whilst soaking up the encyclopaedic knowledge of the Discovery Team. Guests will witness the Ross Ice Shelf up close – a natural ice harbour that has become a magnet for migrating whales, whilst adventure seekers can take a Scenic Eclipse helicopter over the snow-free McCurdo Dry Valleys of Ross Island, to view one of the world’s most extreme deserts, the saline Lake Vida and Antarctica’s longest river. On the journey to the final port in New Zealand, guests can enjoy onboard facilities by joining a yoga class, dipping into the heated Vitality Pool and making the most of truly all-inclusive meal and beverage selections.A romantic transoceanic crossing from South America to Spain Guests will sail from Rio de Janeiro to the eclectic port of Malagaon on the ultra-luxurious Scenic Eclipse. Stopping at the exciting port of Fernando de Noronha, guests can explore its UNESCO World Heritage site and take an underwater exploration on board Scenic Neptune, Scenic’s custom-built submersible. The cruise will cross the Atlantic Ocean to the West African coast and city of Praia, known for its pottery, hand dyed textiles and paintings. With days spent at sea, guests can spend the
time exactly as they wish – from reinvigorating the soul at Senses Spa, to enjoying a lecture at the state-of-the-art theatre, nestling into the hanging chairs on Deck 7, or experimenting with an aerial yoga class. Evenings can be spent at the guests’ leisure, relaxing in their suite or indulging in a cocktail from one of the onboard bars. The cruise will then reach the Canary Islands and
Morocco before finishing in Costa del Sol, where guests will stay overnight on the ultra-luxury yacht to enjoy a final breakfast on board. For more information, visit:
www.scenic.co.uk
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