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Fill It Up
Just before Christmas, Carnival Cruise Line’s new Mardi Gras made its first port call in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, where the ship refuelled its innovative Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) propulsion system for the first time after delivery. Mardi Gras, set to begin sailing from Port Canaveral, Fla., this year, will be the first cruise ship in the Americas to be powered by LNG. In its liquefied state, LNG is odorless, colourless, more environmentally friendly and less expensive than other fuels. LNG is considered the marine industry’s most advanced fuel technology. LNG does...
Costa Firenze: Inspired By The Renaissance
Costa Cruises has officially taken delivery of the new Costa Firenze ship from Fincantieri. With 135,500 gross tonnage and a capacity of more than 5,200 guests, the Costa Firenze is part of the development plan that includes seven new ships to be delivered for the Costa Group by 2023, for a total investment of more than €6 billion. Costa Firenze is the fourth of these new ships to be delivered with three more to come. Of the 14 ships currently operating in the Costa Cruises fleet, 11 were built by Fincantieri, confirming the solid relationship between the two...
Viking Unveils 2022-2023 World Cruise
Viking has announced details of its new 2022-2023 Viking World Cruise, which will span 138 days, 28 countries and 58 ports, with overnight stays in 11 cities. Departing on Dec. 22, 2022 from Ft. Lauderdale, guests will sail on Viking’s newest ocean vessel, Viking Neptune, which will join the company’s fleet of award-winning 930-guest ocean ships in late 2022. Viking World Cruise guests will embark in Florida and journey to Central America, before transiting the Panama Canal and sailing up the West Coast of North America. A shorter, 121-day Viking World...
TDC Is Part Of Celebrity’s Top 50 Club
Transat Distribution Canada (TDC) is proud and pleased to be part of Celebrity Cruise Line's Honorary Top 50’s Club in 2020. Susan Bowman, vice-president of marketing industry relations at TDC, said: “Our relationship with our preferred partners is valuable. That is why TDC is very proud to be included in Celebrity Cruises’ Top 50 account list, particularly during this very difficult year. We are happy to say that Celebrity Cruises has continued to support the entire TDC network throughout the last months, in ensuring that all our mutual clients understand their options for...
HAL Names Sutter VP North America Sales
Holland America Line has named Michelle Sutter to the post of vice president of North American sales. In this role, the 20-year travel industry veteran will oversee strategic accounts, national accounts, charter and incentives, and field sales. Sutter will report to Holland America Line President Gus Antorcha. Said Antorcha: “Michelle holds the respect of the trade community and is a results-oriented leader with the ability to drive our sales efforts with passion, dedication and knowledge.” And he noted that: “As a member of our leadership team, Michelle has pioneered a...
News From American Queen And VCL
American Queen Steamboat Company (AQSC) and Victory Cruise Lines (VCL) have announced new enhancements and offerings as the ships look forward to welcoming aboard their guests once again in 2021. The upgraded offerings and operations will include increased measures made to health and safety protocols, the 2021 Wave Offer, elevated suite amenities and fresh culinary experiences. AQSC and VCL will also kick off the 2021 sailing season debuting two vessels to their fleets, the American Countess and the Ocean Victory, in addition to unveiling expanded Special Edition...
Wave Season Incentives From Riviera River Cruises
Riviera River Cruises is launching Wave Season on Jan. 1, 2021, with incentives for retail and group bookings on its European river cruises. Deals include a $500 discount on cabins and $250 gift card for travel advisors for retail bookings, and a free sixth cabin after five cabins are booked as part of a group. Both incentives apply to new bookings made between Jan. 1 and Jan. 15. Marilyn Conroy, Riviera River Cruises’ executive vice president sales and marketing North America, said: “Wave Season is when you’ll find some of the best deals on our European river cruises, and...
Crystal Extends Relaxed Booking Policies
Crystal is extending its temporarily relaxed booking policies to all 2021 voyages across its luxury fleet including Crystal Cruises, Crystal River Cruises, Crystal Yacht Cruises and Crystal Expedition Cruises. For 2021 sailings, the adjusted Crystal Confidence 3.0 policies relax the final payment deadline to 60 days prior to first date of service, while guests who pay in full 90 days prior to first date of service will save an additional 2.5% off their cruise fare. The early final payment savings deadline is normally six months. Furthermore, guests sailing in 2021 may cancel their...