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Aqua Expedition joins Ensemble Travel Network
Aqua Expeditions has announced a new partnership with Ensemble Travel Network, becoming a supplier member of the North American travel advisor consortium. The company said that it will work closely with Ensemble’s network of independent travel agencies and professional travel advisors across the U.S. and Canada, supporting its continued growth in the region through the new partnership. And it notes that the collaboration includes a range of advisor-facing initiatives such as trade engagement, collaborative marketing, access to training and sales support, and a strategic framework...
Emerald Cruises & Tours Announces Emerald Kaia’s Two Godparents
Emerald Cruises & Tours has named two long-standing employees as Godparents of Emerald Kaia, which is now en route to the Mediterranean, with the inaugural season commencing from April 2026. In 2026, Scenic Group marks 40 Years of Innovation and in recognition of this milestone, Emerald Kaia will be christened by two of the company’s longest serving and dedicated employees: Kim Scoular, Director of Operations and Ray Gilbert, Senior Software Engineer. This recognition of their long-serving employees reflects Scenic Group’s four-decade commitment to...
Seabourn program set to offer deeper exploration of Alaska
Seabourn will elevate exploration in Alaska this summer with an Expedition Team set to inform guests onboard Seabourn Encore about the endless wonders of Alaska and British Columbia. From May to September 2026, a team of naturalists, scientists, and experts in wildlife, history, and watercraft will lead immersive experiences in Alaska. Through exclusive Ventures by Seabourn programming, guests will gain deep insights into the region’s geology, ecology, and culture. Robin West, Seabourn’s Vice President of Expedition, said that: “It takes a vibrant team of experts to bring...
Don’t Tell Comedy sets sail with Virgin Voyages
Virgin Voyages has partnered with Don’t Tell Comedy to bring New York’s comedy edge offshore for its third annual US Comedy Fest, sailing roundtrip from New York City to Bermuda, April 11–16, 2026. Don’t Tell Comedy is the grassroots live stand-up platform that began as a backyard show in Los Angeles in 2017 and has grown into one of the most influential comedy brands in North America. It’s known for its intimate, surprise-style performances in unexpected locations, and has become a proving ground for the next generation of stand-up talent, with alumni who now headline...
Paul Gauguin has diverse line-up of sailings planned for 2028
Paul Gauguin Cruises is setting sail with a diverse collection of voyages for 2028. In all, it will offer a total of 39 all-inclusive voyages, ranging in length from seven to 14 nights. Now open for booking, the cruises provide more ways for travellers to explore the Society Islands, Tuamotus, Marquesas, Cook Islands, and South Pacific in authentic and meaningful ways. Guests who book early will enjoy fares starting at $2,880 per guest, inclusive of Bonus Savings up to 30%. Purpose-built with a limited draft, the m/s Paul Gauguin can reach shallow lagoons and smaller islands...
Intentional travel is in and NCL has set a course to deliver
In 2026, travellers are choosing stress‑free moments, meaningful connections with loved ones and the freedom to slow down. And Norwegian Cruise Line is setting a course to deliver the freedom and flexibility that those travellers are increasingly looking when vacationing. In fact, a new YouGov survey conducted on behalf of Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) reveals that more than half of travellers plan to embrace more mindful and intentional travel in 2026. This shift reflects the continued rise of the “Joy of Missing Out” -- a travel mindset encouraging travellers to step away...
CLIA names Lardizabal, Harrell as co-chairs of its trade relations committee
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that Michelle Lardizabal, chief sales officer of Azamara Cruises, and Joshua Harrell, chief revenue officer of WorldVia Travel Network, have been named as co-chairs of the CLIA Trade Relations Committee (TRC) for 2026 and 2027. The TRC serves as a strategic advisory body representing both cruise lines and the travel trade across CLIA’s North American travel trade membership. Committee members include leaders from CLIA Global Cruise Line Members, Global River Marketing Affiliates, Premier Agency Members, and select Travel...
Windstar’s 2027-2028 winter offerings provide lots of selling options for advisors
With the opening of bookings for its 20272028 winter season, Windstar Cruises is giving travel advisors access to a global deployment that includes 21 new itineraries and more than 230 sailing dates between September 2027 and April 2028. Windstar’s newly released season spans multiple high-demand regions, including the South Pacific, Latin America and the Panama Canal, the Canary Islands and Morocco, Asia, the Caribbean, and Canada & New England. And the cruise line’s winter 2027-2028 deployment builds on growing demand for small-ship cruising among luxury travellers who are...