Rover’s a hit on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas.
Loveable two-year-old Golden Retriever, Rover is celebrating one year of service as the Chief Dog Officer on Icon of the Seas.
For more than 365 days, Rover has lived on the world’s well-known family vacation ship, Icon of the Seas, connecting with passengers.
Working hand in paw with Rover’s Chief of Staff, Maya Marques Trindade, Rover has provided passengers with moments of joy, surprise, and even a tear or two when it’s time to say farewell.
You can follow Rover’s journey on land and at sea on Instagram (@ChiefDogRover) and on Royal Caribbean’s TikTok.
Royal Caribbean will soon introduce Rover’s new colleague, Sailor, to begin her role as Chief Dog Officer on Star on the Seas in August 2025.
Starting from Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida, Sailor will serve as every guest’s best friend and experience 7-Night Eastern and Western Caribbean vacations with frequent visits to Royal Caribbean’s private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay.
The role of Chief Dog Officer was created in consultation with the leading animal welfare experts at American Humane Society and will continue to bring memorable vacation memories for years to come.
Drew Barrymore and Orlando Bloom unite for MSC Cruises Super Bowl advertisement
The Hollywood stars will appear in a 60-second Super Bowl commercial that highlights MSC Cruises’ signature blend of European style and American comfort while showcasing its latest flagship, MSC World America.
The game typically attracts more than 100 million viewers.
It’s the family-owned company’s first national advertising campaign as part of its ongoing North American expansion. Viewers will see the two acclaimed actors taking a holiday aboard MSC World America.
In the teaser, Barrymore and Bloom have commandeered the piano in the MSC Yacht Club’s Top Sail Lounge, which is an exclusive area available to guests travelling in MSC Cruises’ luxury ship-within-a-ship offering.
Bloom offers his critique as Barrymore belts out her best rendition of “Holiday,” which is also the new campaign’s musical signature.
The new campaign kicks off an exciting year for MSC Cruises in the U.S. MSC World America will be the brand’s largest ship to serve the North American market, when she sets sail from Port Miami on April 12, 2025.
The ship will offer 7-night Eastern and Western Caribbean cruises, all of which will call at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve—a private island destination in The Bahamas with white sandy beaches, turquoise waters and a range of activity and amenity enhancements on the way.
The new ship will include seven districts aimed at providing distinct spaces that will allow every type of traveller to choose their own holiday experience.
There are 19 dining venues, including the only Eataly restaurant at sea and 18 bars and lounges, including all-new venues like All Stars Sports Bar and The Loft comedy club.
The Harbour is an all-new outdoor venue for families featuring the Cliffhanger over-water swing ride, a ropes course, a water park, a playground, relaxation areas, and complimentary grab-and-go dining.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ Summer Celebrations Offer
For a limited time, the ultra-luxury cruise line will entice guests with an exclusive Summer Celebrations offer featuring two incentives, on 2025 and 2026 voyages.
Guests booking any Regent voyage, before 7 February 2025, can enhance their all-inclusive experience with US$500 shipboard credit per suite (US$250 per person).
The shipboard credit can be used to enjoy a pampering spa treatment at Serene Spa and Wellness onboard, a stimulating Regent Choice shore excursion, or for those wishing to treat themselves, a purchase in one of the ship’s luxury Boutiques.
For bookings before 28 February 2025, guests will also receive a free two-category suite upgrade and a 7.5% deposit, plus 40 percent off select 2025 and 2026 sailings.
Highlight sailings include:
Seven Seas Splendor – Spotlight on Aston Martin Aramco cruise, sailing from Barcelona to Rome, departing 22 July 2025 for 10-nights, with up to 101 shore excursions included from AU$14,630pp / NZ$16,070pp for a Deluxe Veranda suite.
Seven Seas Navigator – Fjords, Whales & Reindeer cruise, sailing from London to Edinburgh, departing 29 July 2025 for 20-nights, with up to 57 shore excursions included from AU$14,958pp / NZ$16,428pp for a Deluxe Veranda suite.
Silversea Sailings Close to Home
Picture a blissful week to reset and recharge, with all the perks of domestic travel with no jet lag, no long-haul flights and pure relaxation.
Silversea is offering two ultra-luxury escapes aboard the remarkable Silver Nova, combining unparalleled style and comfort with the breathtaking beauty of Australia’s coastlines.
They include a 10-Day East Coast Australia Voyage from 18–28 Oct 2025 from Sydney to Cairns.
Silver Nova will sail along Australia’s stunning east coast, from Sydney’s iconic Harbour Bridge to the vibrant tropical reefs of Cairns. Enjoy stops at picturesque destinations like Brisbane and the Whitsundays, all while experiencing the refined luxury and impeccable service.
There’s also an 8-Day Northern Australia Voyage from 28 Oct – 5 Nov 2025 from Cairns to Darwin.
It will highlight the wonders of Northern Australia, exploring the Great Barrier Reef, and uncovering the cultural richness of Thursday Island.
Viking’s new journeys for 2025–2027
Planning a cruise? Viking has released three new brochures to help.
The Antarctica, The Arctic & Grand Journeys Expeditions brochure features expedition voyages across Antarctica, the Arctic and the Great Lakes of North America, sailing between March to October annually.
The 84-page brochure includes detailed itineraries for three new Grand Journeys and two new Great Lakes expedition voyages.
It also outlines additional departure dates on its most popular expeditions, providing more availability and choice in sailing dates and stateroom categories.
They include an 87-day From the Arctic to Antarctica from Nuuk to Ushuaia to Buenos Aires. Sailing on 3 September 2025 and 17 September 2026.
There’s also a 13-day Chilean Fjords & Scenic Shores from Santiago to Ushuaia to Buenos Aires. Experience Patagonia’s rugged terrain and blue-tinged glaciers while gaining insight into the wilderness from onboard experts. Sailing on 23 and 30 October 2025 and 13 and 23 November 2026.
The 69-day Longitudinal World Cruise VI from Buenos Aires to Milwaukee is an “End epic journey to explore Antarctica, calling at remote outposts in the South Atlantic.. Sailing on 24 February 2026 and 2 March 2027.
