Louis Cruises is to add a third ship, Celestyal Odyssey, to its Greek fleet to cater for increased customer demand in the Aegean in 2015.

The high-tech ship, called a "leap" forward by Royal Caribbean Chairman Richard Fain, was christened by actress and Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth, who has served as the ship's godmother for over a year in various capacities.

A small ship by cruise liner standards, the vessel has been described as elegant, timeless and relaxing with spacious cabins and a host of exciting amenities including an Aqua Spa and fully equipped gymnasium.

Cuba is expecting the arrival of more than 200 cruise ships at various ports on the island during the winter season, which will kick off this month and last until April 2015, tourist sector authorities said last week. The season will officially begin on November 21.

Cayman Brac will get weekly visits from an adventure cruise ship, the MS Star Flyer, for the winter season, providing a much-needed boost to the island’s tourist-based economy. The four-mast, 16-sail ship, which carries around 150 passengers, first visited the Brac in February on a trial basis.