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MSC Cruises, Formula 1 Launch Grand Prix Experience
MSC Cruises and Formula 1 have unveiled a Grand Prix hospitality offering for this year’s FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX on Nov. 24 to Nov. 26. The new collaboration will take race weekend accommodation to the next level providing a fully integrated Grand Prix experience that will bring the trackside thrills of the final race of the season on board MSC Virtuosa, one of the line’s most modern and stylish cruise ships. Serving as a cruise ship hotel throughout the race weekend while docked in the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal, the MSC Virtuosa offers comfortable and...
Viking Sets Sail With New Agent Training Program
Viking has launched the Viking Travel Advisor Academy -- www.myvikingjourney.com/advisor -- a new training program designed to provide travel advisors with the tools to promote Viking and the opportunity to earn exclusive benefits. The four-module academy allows advisors to become a Viking Certified Expert and learn the sales and marketing tips that have proven successful to sell Viking’s river, ocean and expedition voyages. Michele Saegesser, Vice President of Sales and National Accounts at Viking, said that: “We are very proud of our longstanding partnerships with travel...
Scenic Extends Christmas Market Cruise Offerings
Europe’s Christmas Markets have become increasingly popular and Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours is setting sail with a 15-day sailing that celebrates the Christmas and New Years holidays in Europe while enjoying the festive markets. It is also offering eight- to 18-day Christmas Market cruises on the Danube and the Rhine earlier in the season with ample time in ports to visit and shop the stalls that sell unique gift items such as handcrafted wooden nutcrackers and toys, one-of-a-kind glass Christmas ornaments, local knick-knacks and much more. Guests booking any of these...
New Celebrity Ascent Preview Sailings Offered
Celebrity Cruises is offering two preview sailings prior to official maiden voyage of the Celebrity Ascent, giving travellers a chance to sample a taste of relaxed luxury at sea on board the brand-new ship, the fourth in the cruise company’s Edge Series. The two new sailings include: A four-night Western Caribbean itinerary departing Port Everglades on November 22, 2023, and taking guests to Cozumel, Mexico over the American Thanksgiving holiday; A three-night Bahamas cruise departing Port Everglades on November 26, 2023 and visiting the lively street markets of Nassau,...
Seabourn Sells Seabourn Odyssey To MOL Group
Seabourn has announced the sale of Seabourn Odyssey to Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL). Following the sale, Seabourn will continue to operate all published voyages through Aug. 22, 2024, under a charter arrangement. Seabourn Odyssey will be delivered to MOL after the charter agreement. Seabourn President Natalya Leahy, said: “We are proud that Seabourn Odyssey carried our guests across the world for the last 14 years and are happy to see her join a great company, MOL.” Leahy continued: “As we prepare to say farewell to Odyssey in September 2024, I am excited to further...
Seabourn Sailing With Canadian Resident Offer
Seabourn is making it easier for Canadian residents to discover the wonders of their own backyard through its “Alaska & Pacific Coast Canadian Resident Offer.” Available from now to April 21, 2023, residents will be eligible for Canadian rates at par with the U.S. Dollar on Seabourn’s 2023 Alaska & British Columbia voyages. The Alaska & Pacific Coast Canadian Resident Offer applies to 27 sailings on Seabourn Odyssey between Vancouver and Juneau from May through October 2023. Options include 7-day itineraries which can be combined to create longer, more...
Go In-Depth With Holland America Line
As an expert in longer voyages and to commemorate its 150th anniversary in 2023, Holland America Line is introducing extended Legendary Voyages. The lengthier cruises, which range from 25 to 59 days, combine the ceremony of Holland America Line’s Grand Voyages with itineraries that feature a comprehensive collection of ports that enrich the experience in each destination. Most of Holland America Line’s Legendary Voyages sail roundtrip or to/from a North American homeport, allowing travellers to see the world from their doorstep with a convenient domestic flight and easy...
Thompson Joins MSC Cruises Canada
MSC Cruises Canada has appointed Tammy Thompson as Business Development Manager for Ontario and Atlantic Canada, based in Toronto. Ian Patterson, Country Manager, Canada for MSC Cruises, said: “We are pleased to welcome Tammy to the MSC Cruises Canada family and look forward to working closely with her as she leads business development.” Patterson continued: “As a talented and seasoned manager of tourism marketing, coupled with Tammy’s enthusiasm for cruising, we look forward to seeing Tammy drive MSC Cruises towards new opportunities in the Canadian market.” Thompson...