Cruise
Seven Seas Splendor Arrives
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has welcomed its newest ship, Seven Seas Splendor, to its fleet. It was delivered at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Ancona, Italy. At 55,254 gross tons and 735 feet in length, Seven Seas Splendor is described as Luxury Perfected. On board, the highest benchmarks of personalized service and comforts will be delivered by 551 professional crew members caring for 750 guests in 375 beautifully appointed suites, ranging from 307- to 4,443-square feet. Lavishly designed public spaces include five exquisite and unique restaurants and three elegant bars and lounges, while a...
Win a Spot on TravelBrands’ Cruise Fam
TravelBrands is giving travel agents a chance to win one of two spots on an upcoming Ovation of the Seas fam with Royal Caribbean. Agents who book qualifying products will earn entries for the giveaway. Members of TravelBrands’ Facebook group will have extra chances for entries. “Travel agents who book any Royal Caribbean International sailing during the giveaway period will get a chance to be entered in this interactive giveaway,” says Nathalie Tanious, COO, TravelBrands. “In addition for their chance to win this fam, we are also giving agents 2x Loyalty Rewards points on...
Sailing Into New Waters
The newly announced 100-guest, 50-cabin super yacht Emerald Azzurra is already making a big splash, writes assistant editor, Ann Ruppenstein in this week's issue of Travel Courier. Since the announcement came early this month that Scenic Group, which owns both Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Waterways, is branching out with a new division called Emerald Yacht Cruises, sales have gone through the roof. “Sales are exceeding our expectations in terms of pace, we’re almost panicking,” said Juna Ueda, General Manager – Canada Sales, encouraging agents to take...
Westerdam Situation Resolved
Holland America Line (HAL) issued a statement yesterday recognizing the help it received from governments around the world in reaching a positive resolution of the Westerdam geopolitical health situation. The cruise company praised the Trump administration for its instrumental role in coordinating with the Cambodian government to enable the ship to access the Port of Sihanoukville to disembark guests. The cruise line advised that, “After being denied entry to several countries, Holland America Line’s Westerdam is scheduled to begin disembarking guests at the Port of Sihanoukville,...
Life’s A Beach at Coco Beach Club
Royal Caribbean recently welcomed its first guests at the new Coco Beach Club on Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. The opening of Coco Beach Club marks the completion of the $250 million transformation – and phase one – of Perfect Day at CocoCay. The exclusive beach club touts the first floating cabanas in The Bahamas, an oceanfront infinity pool, beach cabanas, a dedicated restaurant with upscale dining and an exclusive bar. Rounding out Perfect Day at CocoCay is the opening of two refreshed beaches – Breezy Bay at Chill Island and South Beach – open to all guests on the...
Savings On UnCruise Programs In Hawai‘i
Savings are now available for those who book a cruise with a difference through the Hawaiian Islands. The UnCruise Adventures cruise line is offering up to US$1,000 per couple in savings on its adventure cruise programs throughout the world, including Hawai‘i. In celebration of its first year of year-round Hawai‘i sailings, a savings of US$700 per couple is being offered on weeklong Hawai‘i cruises departing Mar. 7 to Sept. 5, 2020. The 36-guest Safari Explorer yacht visits Hawai'i, Molokai, Lanai and Maui, with included activities exploring land and sea. The adventure cruise...
Have You Voted Yet?
Baxter Media is calling on all Canadian travel agents to vote in the annual Agents' Choice Readership Survey. Because no one knows travel better than travel agents. The survey asks agents to vote for their favourite suppliers, destinations, brands, and services in more than 40 categories. All those who vote will be entered into a draw to win one of these five fantastic prizes: A delightful discovery tour through the sights, sounds, and tastes of 'The Big Easy' on Collette's six-day Spotlight to New Orleans tour for two. A $250 Visa gift card from Manulife. Uncover Roman...
Silversea Picks Gaja as Silver Moon Godmother
Gaia Gaja, hailed by many as "Queen of Barbaresco," has been named as the Godmother of Silversea’s new ultra-luxury ship Silver Moon. Gaja is of the fifth generation to own and manage the renowned Gaja winery in the small Italian town of Barbaresco -- a family run business and iconic producer of fine Italian wine since 1859. As the ship’s Godmother, Gaja will be honoured with officially naming Silver Moon at a dedicated ceremony in Trieste on Aug. 5. From an early age, Gaja was encouraged to take an interest in all aspects of the winemaking process, and even had a wine named in...