Cruise
TravelBrands Sets Sail With Tradewind Voyages
TravelBrands Encore Cruises has added Tradewind Voyages as a new cruise line partner. Tradewind Voyages is a cruise line like no other, offering adventure seekers a sailing experience that allows guests to connect with the elements of the natural world. It’s a sustainable cruise line using its sails without using the main propulsion engines. The Captain will plot courses using local winds and currents, giving guests an authentic sailing experience. Nathalie Tanious, COO, TravelBrands, said: “We’re always looking for new ways to provide agents with a wide variety of options for...
CLIA Takes CDC To Task
In a statement following the CDC’s release of new guidelines for the cruise industry, CLIA points out in a statement that: “The protocols adopted by every CLIA cruise-line member remain unequaled by other industries. Cruise lines are a model for adopting and employing highly effective, layered mitigation measures and have proven their effectiveness in a way that is unmatched by virtually any other commercial setting.” It continues: “Unlike any other travel, tourism, hospitality, or entertainment sector, cruise ships test all persons boarding, have medical, isolation and...
Fall in Love With Emerald Cruises
Emerald Cruises is offering a sweetheart of a deal on 2022 European river cruise bookings just in time for Valentine’s Day. Travellers booking select 2022 European river cruises by Feb. 15, 2022 will receive a Valentine’s bonus of a free extended drinks package (value of up to CDN$600 per couple on a 15-day sailing). Additionally, guests booking cabins in Category C or above will receive 25% off the cost of the booking per couple, and those who pay in full six months prior to departure will receive an additional 5% off per couple. The offer is good on all 2022 European...
Cunard Names Its New Ship
Cunard has announced that it is naming its new ship, the Queen Anne. The Queen Anne will be Cunard’s 249th ship and will make up a remarkable quartet of Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth. It will also mark the first time since 1999 that Cunard will have four ships at sea. The name ‘Queen Anne’ celebrates Cunard’s rich heritage, royal history and refined status -- joining a luxury contemporary fleet now honouring the names of each Queen Regnant over the last millennium. The Cunard team explored multiple naming options and inspired by Queen Anne’s...
Celebrate The Platinum Jubilee With Le Boat And Save
Le Boat is setting a course to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee – marking Her Majesty's 70th anniversary as monarch -- offering up to 15% off a houseboat holiday on the River Thames in 2022, allowing guests to make the most of their time in London while exploring the beautiful waterways of southern England. Le Boat is the number one provider of inland waterway boat rental vacations in Europe, bringing together 50 years of experience, expertise and memories. No boat license or previous boating experience required. A houseboat holiday allows entire families to eat, sleep,...
Celebrity Beyond On Course For April Debut
Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Beyond completed its sea trials recently and returned to the Chantiers de l’ Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France. In less than 80 days, the fleet’s crown-jewel will make its debut on April 27, 2022, when it sets sail from Southampton, England. The latest ship in Celebrity Cruises Edge Series, Celebrity Beyond conducted its sea trials during the first week of February in the Bay of Biscay near the shipyard. Overseen by more than 50 crew members, including Captain Kate McCue, engineers and nautical experts, the ship showcased that its...
Celebrate With American Queen And Catch The Wave
American Queen Voyages has launched its 10th Anniversary Savings Offer. The new promotion offers guests an additional 10% off already reduced Winter Savings Event pricing for select sailings booked by Feb. 28, 2022. Sailing dates in 2022 eligible include Memphis to St. Louis on the American Duchess, Detroit to Montréal on Ocean Navigator and Vancouver to Sitka on Ocean Victory. Shawn Bierdz, chief operating officer, American Queen Voyages, said: “We have seen tremendous interest from guests ready to deeply discover America now, an AMERICA-tion, less-complicated and without...
Scenic Sets A Course To Floriade
Scenic is including a full day at the 2022 Floriade Horticulture Expo on five of its cruise itineraries for 2022. One of Europe’s largest horticulture events, this year’s expo theme is on a sustainable future, a focus that Scenic has shared for many years. Guests booking one of these special cruises can also enjoy 5% savings off the cruise fare by paying upon in full booking; free, or reduced roundtrip economy airfare ranging from CDN$295 to CDN$495; and free door-to-door chauffeur transfers OR free one-night hotel accommodation before or after the cruise. Different itineraries...