Cruise
So Bright, You Need Sunglasses
The future of the cruise industry looks bright, despite the turbulent times it has encountered this year, says the president of Cruise Connections. Sanjay Goel told yesterday's Baxter Media Travel Webcast Wednesday that the "last few months have been very encouraging" for Cruise Connections, a prominent presence in the cruise industry. The coronavirus pandemic and subsequent massive slowdown in travel is giving people "itchy feet," Goel said, "They (the public) want to get away." Goel said he's confident that the cruise industry will continue to grow over the long haul, adding...
It’s #TravelWebcastWednesday
Whatever the future has in store for the travel industry, the cruise sector wants it known that it is open and ready for business. “We are here for the long haul,” says Charles Sylvia, VP of industry and trade relations at CLIA, who has faced a lot of questions from consumers and stakeholders alike about the fate of the cruise industry. “There is so much inaccurate information about the industry out there, but the truth is that we are making progress every day, and we have a better and brighter future ahead of us,” said Sylvia in a recent webcast. Further support of that...
Put Le Boat On The Itinerary
Noting that since opening its doors with new and extensive COVID-19 policies in June, Le Boat has been offering a safe choice for vacationers by boat to get away from traditional holiday spots on the UNESCO World Heritage Rideau Canal. Lisa Mclean, North American marketing manager for Le Boat, observed that: “Since the season opened on June 1, Le Boat has proven to be a safe and ideal option for those looking to vacation closer to home this season.” McLean continued: “Being on your own private boat allows you to live on board, set your own schedule, plan your own route and...
Set Sail With #TravelWebcast Wednesday
While still in the grips of the COVID-19 crisis, the cruise ship industry has reason for optimism, based on stronger 2021 bookings by some cruise companies. But while government no-sail orders remain in place until the fall, cruise companies are looking ahead to the end of the sailing freeze with new health strategies for both passengers and crew. These are the opening chapters to a new era in cruise ship holidays – one in which passengers still get their desired cruise experience, but do so with added health safety measures in place. What will the new cruise ship experience look...
Change To The Menu
Emerald Waterways has released the rescheduled date for its special culinary sailing through Portugal in partnership with chef Michael Bonacini. The eight-day sailing trip along the Douro river, originally scheduled for this month, has been rescheduled to July 24 to July 31, 2021. A limited number of cabins are available for Canadians to join this popular itinerary, and Emerald Waterways is offering free, round trip air from Canada and a complimentary beverage package on all booking made by Oct. 30. In lieu of free air, guests can opt for $2,200 CAD discount per couple. The...
MSC Seashore ‘Float Out’ Celebrated
The float out of MSC Seashore took place at the Fincantieri shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy recently, marking a major milestone in ship building as it is the first time a new vessel touches water and sees the ship enter the next phase of construction. MSC Seashore, which will be the company’s longest ship at 339 metres and the largest and most innovative ever built in Italy, has now been moved to a wet dock until her delivery in July 2021 to allow for work on her interior. The ship will become the third of a total of four vessels in MSC Cruises’ innovative and ground-breaking...
Immerse Yourself With Crystal Esprit
Crystal Yacht Cruises announces a preview of the complete deployment for the all-suite, 62-guest Crystal Esprit for 2023 through the first quarter of 2024. Following the yacht’s previously announced January-March 2023 Seychelles voyages, the collection of 35 all-inclusive sailings in 2023 invites travellers to fully immerse themselves in the most historically rich and famously beautiful destinations through the Mediterranean, Adriatic and the Holy Land. Most of the itineraries – eight of them brand new – are intensively focused on specific regions, with multiple options...
Risk-Free Booking With Victory Cruises
Victory Cruise Lines -- operated by American Queen Steamboat Company (AQSC) -- has unveiled details of its new Risk-Free Booking Policy: Come Home to America in 2021. As part of the new offer, guests who book their 2021 voyages by Sept. 30, 2020 can receive up to $1,400 in savings when they pay in full. In addition, guests have the option to change or cancel their voyage up to 121 days prior to departure and receive a full, 100% refund. Per the offer’s terms and conditions, the $250 administration fee associated with VCL brand cruise bookings will be waived for all 2021...