Oceania Cruises Releases Details Of 180-Day World Cruise

Oceania Cruises has unveiled details of its world cruise for 2019, a 180-day voyage covering over 45,000 nautical miles onboard the elegant and intimate Insignia.   The Route Embarking the full world cruise either in New York (departing 11 January 2019), Miami (departing 14 January 2019) or Los Angeles (departing 30 January 2019), guests will … Continue reading

Now Open: W Goa

W Hotels Worldwide has entered India with the opening of the new W Goa, its first property in the subcontinent.   Accessible via an easy drive from Vasco Da Gama railway station and Dabolim International Airport, the resort is spread over 25 acres and overlooks Vagator Beach. Its secluded coastal location was once a hippie … Continue reading

Costa Crociere Targets Indian Market

Italy’s Costa Cruises has announced its upcoming entry to South Asia, with plans to dedicate a ship to the Indian Ocean region for its inaugural season. Beginning in mid-December this year, the 1,300-guest Costa neoClassica will offer sailings between Mumbai and Male, marking the first time a major cruise line is operating regular cruises in … Continue reading

Viking Ocean Cruises Christens New Ship, Announces First World Cruise

A year after its debut with the Viking Star, Viking Ocean Cruises continues its aggressive expansion with the introduction of a second ship and the unveiling of details for the company’s first world cruise.   Viking Sea Named in London with Norwegian Flair The River Thames in Greenwich was the scene of maritime and Norwegian tradition … Continue reading

St. Regis Makes South Asian Debut With Mumbai Opening

Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ luxury St. Regis brand made its South Asian debut with the official opening of the new St. Regis Mumbai in the heart of India’s commercial capital. The city’s leading denizens turned up to celebrate the occasion with a glittering opening party hosted by executives from Starwood and partner Pallazzio Hotels & Leisure. … Continue reading