Given the significant impact of the pandemic on the travel industry, this year brings a host of new ships and exciting sailing routes. Travel enthusiasts are seeking unique and exceptional experiences for their vacations, with cruise aficionados being no exception. If you’re dreaming of indulging in visually stunning, exclusive, and romantic luxury cruises, here are three opulent voyages to consider for your future travel plans.
Variety Cruises
Tahiti & Pearls of French Polynesia
Variety Cruises, a leading small ship cruise company, is introducing its inaugural Tahiti itinerary in May. The eight-day Tahiti & Pearls of French Polynesia journey will showcase renowned islands like Bora Bora and Raiatea. Additionally, the 11-day Tahiti, Society, and Tuamotu Islands trip will explore the lesser-known Tuamotu archipelago and remote coral atolls like Makatea. With a maximum capacity of 71 passengers, guests can enjoy exclusive experiences such as kayaking the Faaroa River in Raiatea and visiting the historic Taputapuatea temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Variety Cruises is also collaborating with The Mokarran Protection Society to educate guests about and support conservation efforts for the great hammerhead shark. Both itineraries will be available year-round until December 2023. For further details, visit varietycruises.com.
Norwegian Viva
Summer 2023: Mediterranean from Rome, Athens, & Lisbon
Norwegian Cruise Line will debut its new Prima Class ship, the Norwegian Viva, next year. This ship will begin sailing Mediterranean routes in June before transitioning to the Southern Caribbean for the winter season of 2023-2024. The Norwegian Viva, constructed by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri in Marghera, Italy, will offer exceptional amenities such as a three-story racetrack, a 10-story slide, a sculpture garden, and a food hall featuring 11 diverse concepts, including the Italian restaurant Onda by Scarpetta. With a capacity of 3,219 passengers, the ultra-premium section known as The Haven will provide an exclusive, first-class area with spacious suites designed by premier Italian designer Piero Lissoni. Moreover, guests will enjoy access to an infinity pool, outdoor spa, and a cold room for relaxation on warm days. The Summer 2023 Mediterranean cruise is now open for booking, with voyages ranging from eight to ten days departing from Lisbon, Venice (Trieste), Rome (Civitavecchia), and Athens (Piraeus). To learn more about itineraries and reservations, visit ncl.com.
Silversea Cruises
Grand Voyage South America 2024
Luxury cruise enthusiasts should mark their calendars for Silversea Cruises’ extravagant 71-Day voyage named the Grand Voyage South America, commencing on January 4, 2024. This remarkable journey will cover 18 countries and 38 destinations, circling Latin America and eventually navigating along the Amazon River aboard the environmentally conscious cruise ship, Silver Nova. The Silver Nova, the eleventh vessel in the Silversea fleet, will accommodate 728 passengers and introduce a new selection of spacious all-balcony suites, many of which offer stunning 270° ocean to sky views, complete with personalized butler service. Guests will have access to eight distinctive restaurants and a variety of bars. The Silver Nova will be the first emission-free hybrid luxury cruise ship while in port, thanks to its cutting-edge technologies. As an added luxury, the Grand Voyage South America 2024 package will include round-trip business-class flights for passengers. Explore more at silversea.com.
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