The sailing experience: the tall-ship cruising

People looking for an alternative to big-ship cruising need only try tall-ship cruising. As interest in small-ship cruising has grown, so has the number of ships, increasing 200 percent in the past decade. Now, every year more than 350,000 Americans opt for small-ship cruises carrying just hundreds of passengers. Smaller does mean fewer shipboard amenities … Read more

For hydrotherapy and pleasure: the $42,000 hot tub boat

Experience comfort, relaxation and revolving scenery.   The earliest hot tubs were calderas in which hot stones were placed to heat the water. Nowadays, the hot tub fans will bring their oasis of hydrotherapy or pleasure on the water thanks to hot tub boat, an electric boat with a hot tub built into its deck. … Read more

Tips for choosing a luxury cruise

  Luxury cruises are expected to grow in 2014, and many new ships are setting sail. Here are some tips from Tour operator Academic Arrangements Abroad. In 2013, luxury cruise markets increased 18 percent, and the premium segment was up about the same level. According to Travel Agent central, luxury cruises are expected to continue … Read more

Chef Jamie Oliver’s first restaurant at sea

Royal Caribbean unveiled a new vision of dining at sea. The inaugural of Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas cruise ship in November 2014 will include the opening of renowned chef Jamie Oliver’s first restaurant at sea. Modern, distinct eateries, such as Jamie’s Italian will be a focal point of the smaller, more diverse and … Read more

2014 Dubai International Boat Show: The very latest in high-end luxury cruising presented by Lürssen

2014 Dubai International Boat Show was an occasion for Lürssen, the leading shipyard for large luxury yacht building based in Germany, to showcase the 2014 truly outstanding vessels. Like in 2013, this year the German shipbuilding family will deliver again three yachts with a total length of 260 m: The first one is project Global … Read more

2014 Dubai International Boat Show: Oceanco’s stunning Nirvana, Rialto, and Sunrays

  Modern lines and a contemporary style are the features of this elegant and exclusive Sam Sorgiovanni designed Oceanco superyacht displayed at this year’s Dubai International Boat Show (March 4 to 8, 2014) at the Superyacht Builders Pavilion. Nirvana by Oceanco, one of the world’s finest yacht builders, boasts extraordinary volumes and a timeless interior … Read more