
In 2011 and 2012, three Holland America Line ships -- Veendam, Rotterdam and Prinsendam -- will explore South America. The itineraries range from 12 to 37 days and include two extended, port-intensive Collectors’ Voyages aboard Veendam. A 66- and 68-day “Grand South America and Antarctica Voyage” aboard the Prinsendam is also part of the line’s 2011 and 2012 cruise schedule.
Norwegian Cruise Line announced that the Norwegian Epic’s June 24 seven-day trans-Atlantic sailing from Southampton, England, to New York City is sold out.

Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Mercury will become the second ship in the fleet of TUI Cruises, a cruise brand tailored for the German market.
Royal Caribbean Teams with the Culinary Institute of America to Find Chef for Signature Restaurant Onboard Allure of the Seas
Things are heating up at Royal Caribbean International. After wowing the world with the debut of Oasis of the Seas last fall, the cruise line is preparing to do it once again this December with the launch of their newest ship, Allure of the Seas.

Scenic Tours has opened river cruise reservations for the 2011 season. The new brochure will be available at the end of May.
Voyages of Discovery launched its summer 2011 program on its website with a promotion offering savings of up to $2,936 per person, along with free and reduced air add-ons from 26 North American gateways.