Recently I have just gotten back from sailing with Riviera Travel onboard the MS Geoffrey Chaucer around the Dutch Waterways. This was my first river cruising experience and it did not disappoint.

It feels like it’s been exciting announcement after exciting announcement from Oceania Cruises lately—and the good news keeps on coming. 

Here at Panache Cruises, we happen to be experts on all things Virgin Voyages. We’ve put together a handy little guide outlining everything you need to know—keep reading to find out more.

If you count yourself among Riviera’s legion of dedicated fans—good news! Things are only set to get better with a string of exciting launches on the horizon. 

After more than 15 years traversing the globe, Silversea’s luxurious Silver Spirit has accrued scores of fans worldwide—all of whom will be no doubt thrilled to hear that she is set for a major refurbishment. 

Already a mainstay in the world of ultra-immersive travel, Uniworld last month announced that they will be taking this one step further, with a collection of exciting Cruise & Tour itineraries planned in partnership with sister brand Luxury Gold. 

Coming from anyone else, this would be an absurdly audacious way to label a vessel’s top-end accommodation. However, one look and it’s clear that Virgin Voyages have created a suite experience that is more than worthy of its rock and roll name.

Having just celebrated 40 years of luxury and innovation, Scenic and Emerald seem set to extend their winning streak, turning their eyes to the rivers with three new ships announced for 2027/28 launches. 

Luxury cruise line Regent Seven Seas announced this month that their much-loved ship, Seven Seas Navigator will leave The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet at the end of 2026, becoming one of Avora Residences' new fleet of residential cruise ships.

Buckle up, luxury cruise fans—we have a busy couple of years ahead of us!