July 2020 – Crown Cruise Vacations
Margaritaville at Sea Expands New Beachcomber’s Family-Friendly Fun
April 18, 2026 | Jackie Sheckler FinchFrom pirate ship play zones and twisting waterslides to mini golf, sports courts and signature family activities, the new Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber will bring the spirit of adventure to life with immersive experiences designed for every age.
Margaritaville at Sea Cruise Line has unveiled an expansive lineup of kid-friendly and family-focused experiences aboard Beachcomber, the line’s newest flagship vessel debuting from PortMiami in 2027 for four-to-eight night itineraries to the Southern and Eastern Caribbean.
American Cruise Lines Shares New Details about American Encore Set to Sail May 2026
April 16, 2026 | Jackie Sheckler FinchThe Columbia and Snake rivers will soon be welcoming a grand new riverboat when American Encore is launched on May 5.
American Encore will be the first riverboat ever to be christened in the state of Idaho. The christening ceremony will take place May 12 at a new dock in Lewiston, Idaho, during American Encore’s inaugural cruise.
Holland America Line and Jefferson’s Bourbon Make History with First Bourbon Aged on Cruise Ships
April 10, 2026 | Jackie Sheckler FinchFor the first time, bourbon barrels have matured across a cruise fleet, their flavors shaped by the maritime conditions of Holland America Line’s carefully crafted itineraries.
This marks the distillery’s maiden voyage partnering with a cruise line for its Ocean Aged at Sea Bourbon series.
Koningsdam Leaves Dry Dock with Enhanced Entertainment Venues, More Space for Families and Friends Sailing Together
April 4, 2026 | Jackie Sheckler FinchFollowing a two-week dry dock in the Bahamas, Holland America Line’s Koningsdam has returned to service. Enhancements include new accommodations for families and friends traveling together, along with refreshed entertainment and retail spaces.
Additional staterooms, improved flow between live-music spaces and fresh finishes throughout the ship enhance the guest experience as the ship heads to Alaska.
Conservation International Designated by Holland America as Beneficiary of Onboard Guest Donation Program
March 26, 2026 | Jackie Sheckler FinchHolland America Line’s On Deck for a Cause charitable program has selected Conservation International as the new beneficiary on all sailings outside of Alaska for guest donations.
Conservation International works in more than 100 countries and is a global leader in mangrove conservations and restoration – advancing the science and innovative approaches needed to protect coastal and marine ecosystems.
Margaritaville at Sea Launches Talent Search for Performers to Join Zac Brown’s ‘Same Boat’ Aboard New Beachcomber
March 25, 2026 | Jackie Sheckler FinchHave a great singing voice? Maybe play an instrument in a band or write your own music? Enjoy cruising the seas on a beautiful new ship?
Well, Margaritaville at Sea Cruise Line has a message for you. The popular cruise line is launching a talent search for performers to join the live entertainment lineup at ac Brown’s Same Boat, an intimate music venue aboard the upcoming Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber.
American Encore Riverboat Passes Sea Trials Setting New Global River Cruising Standard
March 17, 2026 | Jackie Sheckler FinchWith its wonderful name, the new American Encore riverboat is bound to have passengers booking more cruises on American Cruise Lines’ latest gem to see more on America’s treasured waterways.
The American Encore has now passed Sea Trials with flying colors and is already underway along its journey to the Columbia and Snake rivers in the Pacific Northwest.
Margaritaville at Sea Unveils Bridge Wing Suites Aboard New Beachcomber
March 13, 2026 | Jackie Sheckler FinchThe new Margaritaville at Sea Beachcomber will debut two ultra-exclusive suites. Located atop the ship’s bridge, the new forward-facing Bridge Wing Suites will deliver panoramic, captain-level ocean views and private onboard access.
“These suites were designed to tell a story as much as offer a place to stay,” Martha Brabham, Vice President of Design for Margaritaville at Sea Cruise Line, said in a press release.
Viking Eldir Joins Award-Winning Fleet of Viking Longships
March 11, 2026 | Jackie Sheckler FinchViking has taken delivery of the company’s newest Viking Longship, the Viking Eldir. The new 190-guest ship will sail Viking’s popular itineraries on the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers.
“We are pleased to welcome the Viking Eldir to our growing river fleet,” Torstein Hagen, chairman and CEO of Viking, said in a press release.
Introducing Bora Dinner onboard the brand‑new Celebrity Xcel
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