If you’ve been keeping up with travel news lately, chances are you may just have heard talk of the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES). Safe to say, it’s a bit of a buzzword at the moment.

When it comes to red-letter days in the 2026 cruising calendar, the December launch of Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ new vessel - Seven Seas Prestige - pretty much takes the crown. 

But what if we told you things were about to get even more exciting?

Sun, sea, sand, sangria, snow, sightseeing, safaris, stunning landscapes, spectacular cities…whatever ‘holiday’ looks like to you, July is one of the best times of year to set sail. 

When planning a cruise, most travellers assume that booking directly with the cruise line is the easiest and cheapest option. The reality may surprise you. 

If the idea of having years of cruising to look forward to appeals (and let’s be honest, why wouldn’t it?), you might just want to dive into Oceania’s 2028/29 itineraries, which were unveiled last week.

Earlier this year I was invited to the pre-launch of Emerald Kaia, the newest yacht to the Emerald Cruises fleet, in Greece. Keep reading to learn more about my experience...

Far from dusting off their hands and calling it a job well done, AmaWaterways are already charting their future in Egypt, with plans to double their offering over the next few years.

Not content with simply setting the standard for ultra-luxury cruising across the globe, Seabourn have recently set the bar even higher, sending the beloved Seabourn Quest to dry dock for the most extensive interior refurbishment in the line’s history.

With just a few days to go until Atlas Ocean Voyages opens bookings for their next generation vessel, Atlas Adventurer, some exciting new details have been made public. Trust us when we say that this is a launch you’ll want in your calendar.

Psst. Want to know a secret? June is actually one of our favourite months to cruise.