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Making Waves

Cruise, Expedition & Travel News, Reviews, Opinions, Deals & More

By Eric Goldring

Seabourn Odyssey – What is Next for Her?

It was pretty big news that Seabourn sold the Seabourn Odyssey to Mitsui O.S.K., though she will remain sailing for Seabourn under charter until August 22, 2024. But what is her future? Normally, when a ship is sold it is to a cruise line that is not a competitor, and,

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Oceania Cruises: Goldring Travel is Finally Checking Them Out!

I have had sort of a Love/Hate relationship with Oceania Cruises. I love the itineraries (some of the best around), the newer ships, the culinary focus, the overall quality of the cruise, and the country club casual approach.  In fact, one thing that has always baffled me is how, once

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Aurora Expeditions – Goldring Travel Checks It Out: Part I

Aurora Expeditions is an Australian-based company that has two purpose-built expedition ships and has been around for quite a while, but without much of a U.S. presence until recently.  It consistently is highly rated both within the industry and by (mostly) Australian consumers. So when I was approached to consider

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Hotel Chains Getting Into the Cruise Business – What Does It Mean For You?

Hotels entering the cruise business has been a hot topic…but one without any real perspective. I had my concerns and thoughts before I attended Seatrade Cruise Global, but now have a better perspective after attending the “Will Hotel-Operated Cruise Lines Solve the Industry New-to-Cruise Conundrum?” session. One thing that stands

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Seabourn Cruise Line: Finally Something Positive!

I learned – and taught – over the years that the three most important words when starting a new position are: I Don’t Know!  By saying and utilizing these words the opportunities to learn, avoid mistakes, correct errors…basically improve…are omnipresent.  I have found those that are most likely to succeed

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Seatrade Cruise Global and Seabourn’s Sad Situation

I just returned from yet another incredibly important and valuable Seatrade Cruise Global Conference. It is truly where the cruise industry (not travel agents) convenes and discusses trends, forecasts, weaknesses, and strengths.  It is also probably the most intensive and productive place for networking, exploring destinations, technology, equipment, food and

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