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No More Quarantine For EU, US Travellers To The UK
The UK government announced that passengers arriving from amber countries who have been fully vaccinated in Europe (EU Member States, European Free Trade Association countries and the European microstate countries of Andorra, Monaco and Vatican City) and the USA will no longer have to quarantine when entering England, as part of a range of new measures designed to continue to drive forward the reopening of international travel, set out as part of the second Global Travel Taskforce checkpoint review. Beginning Aug. 2, 2021 (from 4 am), passengers who are fully vaccinated in...
A Double Debut For Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) marked its cruise comeback with a double debut: Norwegian Jade was not only the first of its 17-ship fleet to welcome guests after 500 days, she also made NCL history as the first vessel to homeport in Athens (Piraeus). Until November 2021, guests sailing aboard Norwegian Jade's Greek Isles itinerary will wake up in a new destination every day, able to spend eight-to-nine hours exploring some of Greece's most picturesque islands including luxurious Crete, bustling Mykonos, historical Rhodes and the iconic blue and white Santorini. Norwegian Jade’s...
Silversea Expands Its Horizons On 2024 World Cruise
Silversea Cruises has opened an exclusive pre-sale on its World Cruise 2024, entitled ‘Far East-West.’ The cruise line is responding to a growing demand for extended voyages, noting that the 132-day journey was designed by Silversea’s destination experts to broaden the horizons of even the most well-heeled travellers, connecting many immersive experiences throughout the Pacific Ocean. In total, guests will visit 65 destinations across 14 countries, including 40 new destinations for a Silversea World Cruise. Plus, 23 overnight stays will unlock deeper cultural...
A Not To Be Missed Event And Press Today Was There
Talk about the travel industry leading by example ... Last Thursday evening (July 22), Press Today had a chance to join many prominent Toronto-based travel industry officials at a get-together at Toronto's Mimico Cruising Club. It was a gathering that Pat Probert of Bob Family Travel was quick to point out required those attending to be vaccinated against coronavirus. Vaccinations are seen as critical for a travel industry rebound, with Probert telling those on hand that they had set a great example for others with a stake in tourism. “No vaxs, no tracks,” Probert...
Windstar Resumes Islands Of Tahiti Sailings
Windstar Cruises resumed cruising this week in French Polynesia/the Islands of Tahiti with vaccinated guests and crew aboard the line’s 148-passenger Wind Spirit sailing ship. Half of the line’s six yacht fleet is now back in the water cruising. And to mark Wind Spirit’s return, the line has added free drinks to its already enticing bundled pricing. Windstar offers an Air and Hotel package from Los Angeles International Airport that includes the round-trip Air Tahiti Nui flight from Los Angeles, pre-cruise accommodations and a post-cruise day room, ground transfers in Tahiti,...
Cruise Tourism Resumes To St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Kitts and Nevis are celebrating the resumption of cruise tourism with the recent arrival of the Seabourn Odyssey, which will make a port call every week during the period July to October 2021. To mark the occasion of the ship’s arrival, there was a symbolic ship-to-ship salute, live steelpan performances and the renown drummers greeted the Odyssey, her passengers and crew as it docked at South Friars Bay. Prime Minister, Dr. the Hon. Timothy Harris said: “Today is indeed a wonderful day for people of St. Kitts and Nevis as we warmly welcome the luxurious Seabourn Odyssey...
Become A Riviera River Cruises’ Expert At Cruise360
Riviera River Cruises is gearing up to welcome travel advisors at the Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) Cruise360 taking place at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida from July 27 to Aug. 1, 2021. During the event, Riviera will offer travel advisors the opportunity to become a Riviera River Cruises expert during its product workshop on July 29 with immediate graduation and the chance to win a free cruise available to all attendees. As well, Riviera will offer product showcases on July 30. Marilyn Conroy, Riviera River Cruises’ Executive Vice President...
Small Ship Sightseeing Sets Sail In Ontario
With Ontario now in Stage 3, small ship sightseeing tours operating in South Eastern Ontario are ready to welcome visitors for summer and fall tours, with all the necessary safety protocols and social distancing measures in place. Each sightseeing tour offers passengers an chance to experience some of the scenic routes along Ontario’s waterways, including the 1000 Islands. All ships operate with strict COVID-19 Health and Safety programs in place including protocols for reduced passenger capacity, mask usage and physical distancing onboard. Passengers cruise through...