Cyprus beat Cuba in the finals of the Habanos World Challenge cigar competition that took place in Havana, Cuba on March 02.

Celestyal Cruises scored four first places in 2017 Cruise Critic Cruisers' Choice Awards in mid-sized ship categories Best for Value, Best for Entertainment, Best for Embarkation and Best for Shore Excursions along with a placement in the top 10 for Best Overall cruise line.