Cruise
Carnival to Add Fourth Ship in Galveston
Everything is bigger in Texas – including Carnival Cruise Line – which announced it will have four ships homeported in Galveston, year-round, beginning in 2021. Building on its position as the number one cruise line from Texas, Carnival officials said that Carnival Radiance will join the Galveston-based fleet in May 2021. In addition, Carnival Breeze will return to Galveston from Port Canaveral, becoming the newest and largest ship to operate a short cruise program from Galveston. Carnival Dream will shift to six- and eight-day Caribbean voyages while Carnival Vista will continue...
Cruise And Stay In Nassau With Bahamas Paradise
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line is bringing its popular Cruise & Stay program to Nassau. Earlier this month, the company introduced Nassau as a second destination, joining Grand Bahama Island. Now, travellers seeking an authentic, memorable Bahamian escape can extend their cruise with a resort vacation at a number of properties, including the all-inclusive Meliá Nassau Beach Resort at Cable Beach, SLS at Baha Mar and Comfort Suites on Paradise Island. Oneil Khosa, CEO of Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, said: “We are excited to introduce our unique Cruise & Stay Program on...
CLIA Opens Enrolment for 2020
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has opened enrolment for its 2020 Travel Agency Membership (TAM) and Individual Agent Membership (IAM) programs. The cruise industry plays a leadership role in tourism and is a mainstream vacation choice in major markets throughout the world. CLIA Membership elevates the credibility and reputation of agencies and their individual agents within the travel industry and is built to help members navigate the cruise industry, attract more clients and increase earnings. Enrolment for 2020 CLIA membership is now open, for membership valid through...
Royal Caribbean Predicts Big Increase in Caribbean Business
Royal Caribbean International is predicting that its Caribbean cruise tourism business will grow by 50% by 2030, with overall economic benefit of cruise reaching US$6 billion. President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Bayley told a recent Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) outlook forum that with the region continuing to grow in popularity among cruisers – eight of the top 10 cruise destinations worldwide are in the Caribbean, he said – now is the time to prepare for further increases in cruise passenger numbers. “The Caribbean was, is, will always be, the number one...
MSC Reveals New Island Experiences
This November MSC Cruises will welcome its first guests on to its new private island destination in The Bahamas, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve. With endless sweeping vistas of crystal blue waters and two miles of white sandy beaches, Ocean Cay is the ideal getaway for guests to discover nature’s pure, untouched beauty through a variety of activities designed for all ages. From ocean discovery activities like snorkeling, stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking to relaxing in a cabana on the beach or during a luxurious spa treatment, there is something for everyone. Guests can also enjoy...
Smooth Sailing Ahead For PONANT
Things are looking bright for PONANT Yacht Cruises & Expeditions in 2020 with the addition of two new ships, a new partnership and 42 new itineraries through such destinations such as North America, Europe, Asia and Africa. Officials from PONANT, the only small, luxury cruise line sailing under the French flag, dropped by Toronto yesterday (Oct. 17) as part of a five-city road show to update the trade on all that's new at the luxury line. PONANT currently operates a fleet of nine ships and has two new Explorer ships coming onboard next year – Le Bellot and Le Jacques Cartier....
Another Perfect Day For Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean has announced that Lelepa, Vanuatu in the South Pacific will be the home of its newest private island destination – Perfect Day at Lelepa, Vanuatu. Vanuatu’s Prime Minister, Charlot Salwai, and Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley unveiled the details. Salwai and Bayley said the destination will be created in partnership with the community of Vanuatu to showcase the distinct natural ecological beauty and diverse local culture of the island nation as well as provide employment and education opportunities. Perfect Day at Lelepa will...
Carnival Brings Back AMP Up Commission Challenge
For the third year in a row, Carnival Cruise Line is bringing back its popular AMP Up Commission Challenge just in time for the 2020 Wave Season. Agents can now register to earn higher commissions of 11% to 15% based on the number of bookings they make between Jan. 1 and March 30, 2020. To participate in the program, travel agencies must register during the opt-in period between Oct. 14 and Nov. 30. Once registered and confirmed for the AMP Up Commission Challenge, participants who make 20 to 125 bookings during the three-month booking period will qualify for higher commission...