Cunard's Queen Victoria to sail the Amazon

As the lines continue to blur between river and ocean cruises, Cunard announced a unique itinerary for 2017. As part of a global cruise, the Queen Victoria will cruise down the Amazon River. It will become the largest ship to ever transit the river.

As interesting as this might sound, it probably won't spark a rush of ocean ships heading down the Amazon. The remoteness of the river is one challenge. And the size of other companies' ships is another. But for those lucky few that will be on the Victoria, this represents a once in a lifetime opportunity.

Full coverage of Cunard's special day in Liverpool

If your a cruise history fan, then Monday the 25th was a special day. Cunard's three Queens -- the Queen Victoria, the Queen Mary 2 and the Queen Elizabeth -- sailed together in Liverpool. As part of the ongoing celebration of the company's 175th anniversary, the ships coordinated a "dance." Thousands cheered along the River Mersey and the Royal Air Force provided a flyover. There is extended coverage in the video below.

While Cunard's product might not appeal to everyone, anyone who loves cruise should appreciate their contribution to the industry.

Cunard celebrates the Royal Baby

As Cruise Industry News reported, Cunard and the Royal Baby had perfect timing. All three of the venerable British company's ships were headed to Southampton to celebrate the line's 175 anniversary, just as the William and Kate's baby was being born in London. To honor the newest Royal, the three ships coordinated a solute of their whistles and foghorns at noon on May 2.

The ships will now start their summer sailing and will be far, far enough away that their future horns won't wake the sleeping princess.