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Classic FM, the UK’s most popular radio station for classical music, has started a new four-part series where beloved comedian and presenter Sue Perkins will take a musical journey to the South Pole in collaboration with expedition cruise company HX.

Race to Antarctica with HX – Hurtigruten Expeditions is a four-part series that debuted on Friday 20th September and will continue each Friday night until its conclusion.

In the series, Sue will go on a “musical expedition” from the UK to Antarctica, discovering cities and their classical music connections en route.

Listeners will be able to travel with Sue as she explores the musical links in destinations across the British Isles, Europe, Greenland, the Northwest Passage, Alaska, the US, South America and ultimately Antarctica.

“I am thrilled to be part of the Classic FM family and embark on this new series which perfectly combines two of my great passions – classical music and travel. I look forward to joining with Classic FM’s well-travelled audience as we embark on this musical voyage together.”

Sue Perkins

Many of the destinations that the series will cover can be visited by listeners should they book a cruise with HX.

The series can be enjoyed via the Global Player.

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Windstar Cruises has revealed plans for a major expansion of its South Pacific itineraries, the only region besides the Mediterranean where the cruise line operates year-round.

Starting in 2026, Windstar will introduce new sailings to Fiji, Tonga, and the Cook Islands, alongside its established routes in Tahiti and the Society Islands, the Tuamotus, and the Marquesas.

These additions include shorter options, such as a seven-night Tuamotus cruise and an 11-night voyage to the Marquesas, opening up these remote locations to a wider range of travellers.

Guests will also have the chance to extend their stay with new air and hotel packages, including overwater bungalows in Bora Bora.

Windstar’s long-standing presence in Tahiti, where it has operated for over 36 years, has positioned it as an expert in the region.

The company has fostered deep relationships with local partners, enabling access to secluded areas and providing guests with an immersive Polynesian experience.

The 312-passenger, all-suite Star Breeze will continue to sail in the South Pacific year-round, with an expanded range of itineraries and destinations thanks to the 2026 offerings.

In celebration of the announcement, Windstar is launching an early booking promotion. Travellers booking a 2026 South Pacific cruise will receive a complimentary All-Inclusive package, valued at £73 per person per day.

This includes WiFi, unlimited wine, beer, and cocktails, all gratuities, and a $100 onboard credit per stateroom.

“Tahiti is one of my favourite destinations on the planet, and I was thrilled to expand Windstar’s itineraries in the region to the remote Marquesas Islands this year.

“These new additions are a natural progression for us, as these faraway South Pacific islands exemplify the heart of Polynesian culture. But they are extremely difficult to access, especially if you’re piecing together your own trip.

“On Windstar, you’re able to sail there easily on an all-suite ship that has no more than 312 passengers. We can go to places like Tonga and Taveuni without overwhelming the destination from a tourism, ecological and cultural perspective, due to our small size and the great relationships we’ve built while sailing in the region over decades.”

Windstar President Christopher Prelog

In addition to the expanded itineraries, Windstar recently announced plans to grow its fleet.

Two new all-suite ships will join by 2027, enabling the beloved Wind Class ship, Wind Star, to return to Tahiti alongside Star Breeze, further increasing capacity to meet the growing demand for South Pacific cruises.

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A Carnival guest and YouTuber who tried to push the boundaries of Carnival’s prohibited items list had his portable satellite dish confiscated during a cruise.

Richard Shillington, who runs the “No Pants Profits” channel, bought a Starlink Mini dish for $599 with a $250 per month subscription, to use while sailing on Carnival Miracle.

He was able to film a video for his channel and broadcast it while sailing, but once the video was posted he was called to the hotel director’s office and had his dish confiscated.

Shillington later said that he felt it was a vague prohibited items list since it only banned “satellite discs”, but Carnival has updated that now to show “satellite dishes”.

During his video, Shillington demonstrated how he’s also bought the ship’s Premium WiFi package which uses Starlink, and was getting download speeds of less than 4 Mbps.

But using his own portable dish in the same location, he was able to get download speeds of 123 Mbps.

This can be partially attributed to the fact that guests are paying for access to the cruise line’s network connection, meaning they’re sharing the speeds with everyone else on the cruise.

However, it shows what could be possible if guests were allowed to bring their own dishes onto the ship, which YouTubers and other remote workers may be tempted to do.

Of course, if their portable dish is discovered, they would have it confiscated and held until the end of the cruise.

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12 cruise passengers were injured earlier this month as their tour bus overturned while in a remote area of Alaska.

The incident occurred when the driver of the coach suffered a medical emergency, approximately 35 miles outside of Skagway.

While the area of the South Klondike Highway where it happened has no reception for phones and very limited radio coverage, the emergency services were alerted to the incident.

However before the emergency services could reach the coach, another two coaches also being operated by “Holland America Princess” (the two Carnival-owned cruise lines that operate the most Alaska cruises) were able to attend and offer first aid.

Skagway Fire would like to thank the two Holland America Princess motor coaches for being the true first responders to this accident and acting without hesitation.

Office of the Fire Chief Emily Rauscher

Of the 24 passengers on the bus, half were injured and taken to one of two local hospitals. No severe injuries were reported and the passengers were, at worst, kept in hospital for observation for a few days.

The driver is also reported to be recovering well from the emergency.

While the specific cruise ship involved in the incident hasn’t been revealed, there was one Princess Cruises ship docked when it happened – Ruby Princess.

Other ships docked at Skagway that day include NCL’s Norwegian Jewel, Carnival’s Carnival Spirit, and Viking Cruises’ Viking Ocean.

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Explora Journeys’ newest ship Explora II got an unwelcome send-off on her maiden voyage, as a couple were photographed and filmed having sex on a balcony.

The cruise ship was embarking on her maiden voyage from Civitavecchia, the port for Rome, and held the christening ceremony once guests had boarded.

No sooner had the ribbon been cut, a couple of guests appeared on their cabin balcony having sex, either oblivious to the fact that their balcony was transparent, or not bothered.

You can see the video of the incident here. It’s blurred, but it’s still pretty clear what’s happening – don’t watch it if you don’t want to see it.

Really, scroll past if you don’t want to watch it.

Many VIPs had been present for the christening ceremony, including the ship’s godmother Rosalba Guigni, and Italian filmmaker Guiseppe Tornatore.

MSC, the parent company of Explora Journeys, did release a short statement:

“We are aware of the incident. If necessary, we will take appropriate measures.”

MSC statement

Guests can get in trouble if you’re seen having sex on a balcony – and even if you think you’re not visible, you should remember that security cameras do cover almost every inch of the ship.

These guys could definitely have used my guide on whether it’s OK to have sex on a cruise balcony.

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Princess Cruises has announced an extended Japan cruise season for 2026 on the Diamond Princess.

The season will run from February to November, providing travellers with more time to explore Japan.

Diamond Princess can accommodate 2,670 guests and will offer 50 trips with 35 different routes, lasting from seven to 28 days.

These cruises will visit 38 destinations in three countries, including major Japanese cities such as Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Hiroshima.

In 2026, guests can immerse themselves in Japan’s rich culture and stunning natural beauty.

Highlights include witnessing the spring cherry blossoms, participating in summer festivals like the Aomori Nebuta Festival and the Kumano Fireworks Festival, and enjoying the autumn foliage.

The trips will also feature special cultural experiences such as baseball, Sumo wrestling, Kabuki theatre, and Zen gardens.

Notable trips include Spring Flowers Cruises, which are 10- and 11-day journeys in March and April, following the blooming season across Japan’s four main islands.

Circle Japan Voyages offer nine- to 14-day trips around Japan, with stops in Nagasaki, Kanazawa, and Maizuru (for Kyoto).

Southern Islands itineraries provide nine-day trips to Okinawa and Ishigaki in Japan.

The extended season allows guests to choose a cruise during their preferred time of year, whether it’s for spring blossoms, summer festivals, or the autumnal scenery of this fascinating country.

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The solar eclipse is due to happen on 12th August 2026, and Seabourn has planned two itineraries around it for Seabourn Ovation and Seabourn Sojourn, giving guests incredible views of this landmark event.

Seabourn Ovation will sail a 14-day cruise from Dover, England to Reykjavik in Iceland. The cruise will embark on 8th August 2026, visiting ports in Ireland before enjoying a day in the Atlantic Ocean for the eclipse itself.

Seabourn Sojourn will offer a 10-day round-trip cruise from Barcelona on 7th August 2026, with the ship scheduled to be in the Balearic Sea during the solar eclipse.

On both cruises, guests will be able to enjoy themed events including talks by the Royal Astronomic Society (on Ovation) and by Dallas Campbell, a science presenter and author (on Sojourn).

“The viewing of the solar eclipse from our ultra-luxury ships will be an unforgettable ‘Seabourn Moment’ for everyone on board… Our team has curated a series of captivating, eclipse-themed Seabourn Conversations and experiences, turning this celestial event into an extraordinary celebration for everyone on board“

Natalya Leahy, president of Seabourn

Several cruise lines have been releasing their 2026 cruises in the past couple of months, including solar eclipse cruises. Seabourn’s sister cruise line Carnival is offering a more family-oriented option, also sailing from Dover.

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This enhancement utilises Starlink’s satellite technology to deliver faster and more reliable internet onboard.

“We are committed to providing an unrivaled experience for our discerning guests and are delighted to give luxury travelers the ability to share photos and videos, stream films and enjoy other immersive content on board at even faster speeds.

“As the leaders in all-inclusive ultra-luxury cruising, this installation of Starlink WiFi across our entire fleet will not only improve our guests’ ability to communicate with loved ones at home but also support the ship’s operational needs and services.”

Andrea DeMarco, president of Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Regent Seven Seas offers guests complimentary WiFi, so this upgrade is one that’s worthwhile news for everyone sailing with the line.

Guests can still pay for upgraded WiFi or for additional log-ins if they wish to use multiple devices, but for most guests, the included WiFi will be sufficient – especially with the upgraded speeds offered by Starlink.

Starlink technology is gradually being adopted by most cruise lines, since it offers a much more reliable connection that previous internet facilities at sea.

And with many Regent Seven Seas itineraries lasting for longer durations, including the epic luxury world cruises, the news will be welcomed by guests who wish to stay in touch with loved ones back home whilst spending significant amounts of time exploring the world.

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Royal Caribbean has updated its list of prohibited items, now banning multi-plug outlets.

Multi-plug outlets are now classified as “Flammable Items,” similar to extension cords and power strips, due to their potential to overheat and cause fires, particularly in confined cabin spaces.

This update may pose challenges for travellers, especially on older ships where power outlets are limited. It could be difficult to charge all your devices simultaneously.

To circumvent this, passengers should consider bringing USB charging hubs or portable chargers to keep their devices powered without violating the rules.

Many other cruise lines do permit extension cords, provided they aren’t surge-protected – despite surge-protected extensions being safer to use at home, they’re actually more dangerous on a cruise ship due to the electrical system design.

Before embarking on a cruise, it’s crucial to review the list of prohibited items. This way, you won’t have any items confiscated at the terminal, allowing you to begin your holiday without any hitches.

If you plan on bringing multiple electrical devices on a Royal Caribbean cruise, you might need to work out the best charging strategy – making sure your must-haves for the day are charged overnight using the limited outlets available.

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Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced its newest ship, the Norwegian Luna, which will start sailing in March 2026.

This ship is part of the Prima Plus class and will be based in Miami, Florida. She will offer 7-night Caribbean cruises to places such as Great Stirrup Cay, Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola, Cozumel, and Costa Maya.

Norwegian Luna is being built at the Fincantieri shipyard in Italy and will be a sister ship to the Norwegian Aqua.

Norwegian Luna will be 10% bigger and hold more guests than the earlier ships, Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva.

She’ll be able to carry 3,550 guests and she’ll have a gross tonnage of 156,300.

Onboard, guests can enjoy new bars and restaurants, including a Thai speciality restaurant called Sukhothai. Popular spots like Cagney’s Steakhouse, Le Bistro, and Onda by Scarpetta will also be there.

The ship will have several bars, such as the Whiskey Bar, Belvedere Bar, and the Metropolitan.

And the Aqua Slidecoaster, making its debut on Norwegian Aqua, will again be a key feature of the ship.

She’ll also feature the Glow Court, a digital interactive sports complex that doubles up as a nightclub by evening.

All-new three-bedroom, three-bathroom suites will offer incredible family accommodation options in The Haven, with an expansive balcony to enjoy.

The ship’s first sailings from PortMiami are already on sale, so be quick if you want to enjoy one of the first cruises on Norwegian Luna.

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