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Along with the opening of bookings to the general public today, Virgin Voyages also announced details of their onboard entertainment program and exclusive island experience on all itineraries. Previously identified as the “secret location” on initial itineraries, Virgin Voyages has confirmed that they will be stopping in Bimini in the Bahamas on each voyage. Exclusive Bimini Destination The Beach Club at Bimini will provide an exclusive experience that will be featured on all Scarlet Lady sailing where sailors can enjoy an epic beach day and/or explore the island flavor and culture…

MSC Cruises, already known for employing technology to enhance the guest experience, have announced that they are introducing the world’s first virtual personal cruise assistant. Named ZOE, the voice-enabled artificial intelligence (AI) tool will be found in every stateroom. ZOE can speak seven languages, answer hundreds of questions about the cruise and provide information about on board services, guidance and suggestions or help to book a service. An easy to use device – guests simply say, “OK ZOE”, and she’s ready to help. The advanced voice recognition feature makes it…

Virgin Voyages latest reveal showcases their unique cabin styling and inaugural itineraries for their first ship, Scarlet Lady. Looking to disrupt the travel industry, Virgin Voyages design choices provide both form and function allowing maximum use of the space available. Scarlet Lady’s will offer four different itineraries of 4 to 5 nights including some with an overnight in Havana, Cuba. Scarlet Lady Cabins Transformational Bed Design Sailors can enjoy all of the action of the Scarlet Lady and retreat to their private hideaway overlooking the ocean, with 93 percent of…

Carnival Cruise Line has officially opened bookings through April 2021 for their mega cruise ship Mardi Gras. Starting in August 2020, with a maiden voyage from Copenhagen to Southampton, the 180,800 ship will be the largest ever for Carnival Cruise Line. Mardi Gras will offer an array of itineraries in her inaugural year before arriving at her new homeport of Port Canaveral, Florida. Video: Mardi Gras (New Carnival Mega Cruise Ship) – Latest News – Jan 2019 Exciting Inaugural Season Mardi Gras will offer an exciting inaugural schedule providing guests…

Carnival Cruise Line just revealed new details of their largest ship ever, the Mardi Gras. If you’ve not heard about this ship before, the 180,000 gross ton ship will home port at a new terminal in Port Canaveral, Florida in 2020. Carnival Mardi Gras Reveal Below is a preview of what has been announced so far for this totally innovative and exciting brand-new design from Carnival Cruise Line. Grand Central Really opening up the traditional atrium, Grand Central will be home to the first-ever dedicated Punchliner Comedy Club, Piano Bar…

MSC Cruises new private Bahamian island destination, scheduled to open November 9, 2019 promises to offer a haven for beach goers. Ocean Cay, located just 65 miles south of Miami, will feature uninterrupted ocean views, crystal clear waters, soft white sandy beaches with blue skies and sunshine. Creating a flourishing marine reserve: With Ocean Cay (pronounced key), MSC Cruises is transforming a former industrial sand-extraction site into a vibrant marine reserve. The company has hauled tons of debris out of the surrounding waters and a coral nursery is being established…

Along with building their largest cruise ship ever, Carnival Cruise Line has announced that their new ship, Carnival Mardi Gras, will feature a roller coaster. Bolt Ultimate Sea Coaster will feature an 800 foot track, 187 feet above the ocean, that winds around the iconic Carnival funnel. Carnival Cruise Line has stated that the roller coaster will reach speeds up to 40 miles per hour. Built by Munich-based Maurer Rides, BOLT™: Ultimate Sea Coaster™,  is an all-electric roller coaster that allows two riders in a motorcycle-like vehicle to race along the…

Carnival Cruise Line’s much anticipated 180,000 ton ship, has been given a name that harkens back to the beginnings of the company. The new ship, previously only known as Carnival XL, will be called Mardi Gras. If the name sounds familiar, it’s because the Mardi Gras was the name of the first ship to sail for Carnival Cruise Line. The original 27,000-ton TSS Mardi Gras, a converted trans-Atlantic ocean liner  purchased by entrepreneur and Carnival founder Ted Arison, ushered in the modern-day cruise industry when it set sail on its…

Celebrity Cruises latest and most innovative cruise ship to date, Celebrity Edge, has arrived at her new home port at Terminal 25 in Port Everglades, Florida following her first 15 day transatlantic crossing. Chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., Richard D. Fain, said: President and CEO of Celebrity Cruises, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo said: Adorning the decks as Celebrity Edge entered the channel for the first time, more than 1,400 excited crew members waved to a sea of shoreside colleagues who gathered to welcome the ship and her crew to…