Category: Sustainability
Holland America Line Celebrates National Dog Day
Joska, a black Labrador Retriever, has cruised with her Dutch owners, who are both legally blind, more than 700 times with Holland America Line. She is one of the most traveled dogs in the world and has sailed to Alaska, Read More …
Airline Stands Up To Cancer
American Airlines and Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) are collaborating to raise funds for innovative and life-saving cancer research. Customers who donate online $25 or more will receive 25 bonus American Airlines AAdvantage miles for every dollar donated. And thanks Read More …
Cunard Achieves Shore Power Milestone
Cunard has achieved a ground-breaking milestone by enabling its entire fleet to connect to shore power. This means that all three of the company’s ships – Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, and Queen Elizabeth – can now plug into shore Read More …
Restoring Degraded Forests: Possible and Effective
A new study has found that restoring degraded forests could significantly boost the effectiveness of meeting climate and biodiversity goals. Degraded forests include selectively logged areas and others damaged by human activities, but which still retain important natural features. Restoring Read More …
Panama Canal Reduces Booking Slots, Eases Congestion
The Panama Canal is facing a shipping backlog due to a drought that has led to water conservation measures. The Panama Canal Authority has implemented temporary restrictions on passage slots for booked vessels in an effort to ease the congestion. Read More …
What Are Jökulhlaups?
A glacial dam burst in Alaska’s capital, Juneau, causing flooding and damage. Two homes were completely lost and a third partially so. The flooding was caused by a Jökulhlaups, a phenomenon in which a snow-and-ice dam bursts. Jökulhlaups are relatively Read More …
Hurtigruten Designing Electric Ship
Hurtigruten Norway, a Norwegian exploration cruise company, is planning to construct a zero-emission electric cruise ship complete with retractable sails and solar panels. The ship will be powered by 60 megawatts of battery power, which can be recharged while docked Read More …
Princess Enhances Plus and Premier Packages, No Price Increase
Princess Cruises has announced new updates to its Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages, offering guests even more inclusive options at no extra cost. Starting from August 12, 2023, guests on these packages can enjoy prix fixe dining options in Read More …
Holland America Introduces National Geographic Day Tours
Holland America Line has partnered with National Geographic to offer new shore excursions in the Mediterranean. These tours are designed to provide guests with immersive and sustainable experiences that connect them with the places they visit. The four new tours Read More …