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Delhi will start Yamuna River cruises between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur this November to promote tourism and river rejuvenation with eco-friendly boats.

Budget proposes simpler tax regime for foreign cruise operators in India

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has promised to encourage the growth of the Indian maritime sector through legislative changes, according to its election manifesto for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections.

Icon of the Seas to sail from January 27 | Everything you need to know about world's largest ship

The world’s largest cruise ship, ‘Icon of the Seas’, is set to sail starting January 27. The cruise with a variety of amenities and the world’s largest waterpark at sea is a first of its kind. But there are also some concerns raised about the emissions produced by the cruise. Watch for more details

World Tourism Day 2023: Should you take a cruise holiday on your next Mediterranean trip?

While one often finds enough Indians on various cruise trips, the Cruise Lines Association revealed that just 201,000 Indians took a cruise vacation in 2022, compared to 11.9 million Americans. But the India numbers are growing. The key to picking your cruise holiday is pricing.

64-yr-old Indian woman dies after 'falling off' cruise on way to Singapore

The Indian couple was on a four-day cruise on the Spectrum of the Seas which was on the way back to Singapore from Penang on Monday morning when 70-year-old Jakesh woke up to find his wife missing from their room.

Man paid Rs 17 lakh for dream cruise. It left without him

A British man was left stranded in the Philippines after his cruise ship left the country without him.

These billionaire owners of luxury hotels plan to start cruise ship operators

The push by Marriott International Inc., the world’s biggest hotel group and Ritz-Carlton owner, into luxury cruising is part of a new wave of high-end operators targeting the wealthy.

Ganga Vilas: PM Modi flags off world's longest river cruise, 51-day trip to cost Rs 12.59 lakh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the world’s longest river cruise ‘MV Ganga Vilas’ on January 13. The MV Ganga Vilas cruise will begin its journey from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh and travel around 3,200 km in 51 days to reach Dibrugarh in Assam via Bangladesh, sailing across 27 river systems in India and Bangladesh

MV Ganga Vilas cruise launched. Check ticket prices, other details

Ganga Vilas has three decks and 18 suites, which can house 36 tourists. The first batch of tourists will be from Switzerland.

PM Modi to flag off 'world's longest river cruise' on January 13

PM Modi said the 51-day river cruise is a unique opportunity to connect with the country's cultural roots and discover beautiful aspects of its diversity.

All about Ganga Vilas, the world’s longest river cruise that will be launched tomorrow

The luxurious cruiser will set off on a 51-day journey from Varanasi to Dibrugarh in Assam on January 13, passing through some of India's most famous sites.

Ganga Vilas: 51 days, 3,320 km and 50 tourist spots—a cruise in luxury

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 13 flagged off the world's longest luxury river cruise - 'Ganga Vilas' - from Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi to Dibrugarh in Assam. The cruise will cover 3,200 kilometres in 50 days.

MC Travel Special | People watching on a cruise

From photo-crazy honeymooners to passengers 'saving' poolside chairs and parents who unleash tantrum-throwing children on unsuspecting fellow passengers - cruise ships offer many people-watching opportunities.

Go First partners Cordelia Cruises to launch flight-cruise combo programme

The programme will allow travellers' flexibility in terms of cancellations and rescheduling in these uncertain times of COVID-19, Go First said in a statement.

Singapore 'cruise to nowhere' cut short after coronavirus case

The voyages -- starting and ending at the city-state with no stops -- began last month, marking the resumption of cruises after a months-long hiatus due to travel restrictions. But early Wednesday morning the holiday calm was shattered by an announcement the cruise was being cut short after an 83-year-old passenger had tested positive.

India, Bangladesh to start cruise service through Sunderbans from March 29: MEA

Addressing a conference on Multipolarism in Asia: Issues and Challenges, Vikram Doraiswami, joint secretary at the External Affairs Ministry, said the move was aimed to strengthen inland waterway routes between the two countries.

Luxury cruise holidays on the rise among Indian travellers

offerings from international cruise brands have gone up and Indian travellers are ready to loosen their purse strings to experience luxury.

What do you know about volunteer vacations?

Volunteer vacations or ‘voluntourism‘ are exactly what they sound like; individuals spend anywhere from a few days to a couple of months working on social and environmental projects.

Singapore, becoming gateway to cruising in Asia

Asia is the fastest growing region for cruise with a large segment of potential cruise passengers and increased investment from global cruise line.

What you sign away when you buy a cruise ticket

It's all fun and margaritas when you first book a cruise. But that "ticket" is actually a contract that can run more than a dozen pages, and gives away more rights to the cruise ship company than you may realize.