Cruise
TravelOnly Honours AmaWaterways’ Co-Founders
During its recent 45th anniversary conference in Las Vegas, TravelOnly presented AmaWaterways' president and co-founder, Rudi Schreiner and executive vice-president and co-founder, Kristin Karst with its Canadian Ambassador Chairman’s Award. The award recognized the duo’s outstanding leadership, innovation and contribution to the Canadian travel industry community. Schreiner and Karst personally accepted the award from TravelOnly’s founder and chairman, Patrick Luciani. Sandra Gardiner, AmaWaterways’ director, national accounts for Canada was also on hand for the...
Scratch And Win With TravelBrands
TravelBrands is giving back to travel agents through a new, interactive Scratch and Win game. From Oct 1 until Oct 14, 2019, travel agents can book eligible products for a chance to win prizes including a cruise vacation, airfare tickets, travel vouchers and Loyalty Rewards points. Frank DeMarinis, CEO, TravelBrands, said: “Around this time of year, it is always important to remember what you are thankful for and show your appreciation. To celebrate Thanksgiving, we decided to create this interactive game to show our appreciation for our agents. This game is another way to support our...
Stellar 2019 For One Ocean Expeditions
One Ocean Expeditions (OOE) reports a successful 2019 Arctic season, captivating its guests with the abundance of wildlife, awe-inspiring landscapes and poignant visits to historical sites and remote Inuit communities. In partnership with Recreation and Parks Association of Nunavut (RPAN), OOE participated in an event at the Arctic Winter Games arena in Iqaluit during the summer. The event welcomed youth from RPAN’s ‘Get Happy Day Camp’ program and their staff, Iqaluit Curling Club (ICC) members, and OOE guests on their arrival into Iqaluit ahead of OOE’S Baffin Island and...
NCL Partners With JUST Goods, Inc.
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has partnered with JUST Goods, Inc. which will enable the line to replace all single-use plastic bottles across its fleet by Jan. 1, 2020, beginning with its newest ship, Norwegian Encore. The decision is the latest sustainable step forward for Norwegian. In 2018, the company eliminated single-use plastic straws across its 16-ship fleet and private destinations. “We are a leading company – one that is in the business of creating memorable experiences for our guests,” NCL president Andy Stuart. “It is imperative that we take meaningful steps to...
Disney Cruise Line Returns to New Orleans
In early 2021, Disney Cruise Line will return to New Orleans for a limited-time engagement with sailings to the Bahamas and Caribbean, including visits to Disney’s private island paradise, Castaway Cay. A lineup of popular itineraries will continue across the Disney fleet with cruises to tropical destinations from Texas, California and Florida. Bookings open to the public on Oct. 3. More details on the itineraries spanning from January through May 2021 can be found at...
Silversea Crosses the Iconic Northeast Passage
For the first time in the cruise line’s history, Silversea’s guests recently crossed the iconic Northeast Passage. Between Aug. 10 and Sept. 5, travellers journeyed 5,019 NM between Nome and Tromsø, calling at 27 destinations in three countries. They travelled aboard Silver Explorer, retracing the route taken by famous explorers of yesteryear. Among the voyage’s numerous highlights were various sightings of polar bears with their cubs, and other rare wildlife encounters; two passages through the Arctic sea ice, accompanied by an icebreaker; a unique culinary experience on the...
New Adventures Aboard The Explorer Of The Seas
Royal Caribbean International’s Explorer of the Seas will sail the Eastern Mediterranean in style come summer 2020. The cruise line has released details of the ship’s upcoming $110 million amplification that will debut a mix of unparalleled feats and Royal Caribbean hits. Guests can embark on historic adventures ashore and on board with new thrills, tastes and sights on deck, including: The Perfect Storm racer waterslides Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen, a fresh twist on a guest-favorite A redesigned, resort-style poolscape with signature poolside bar, The Lime &...
Still Time To Win With Princess Cruises
This is the last chance for agents to enter a contest Princess Cruises is using to promote its new MedallionClass and which gives Baxter Media readers a chance to win a cruise for two of up to seven days on a Caribbean sailing in our latest contest. To win, simply answer the following questions at https://www.travelpress.com/win-a-princess-medallionclass-cruise : How much does the OceanMedallion cost? A. $15 B. $25 C. It’s free to all guests. D. It’s free for Suite and Mini-suite guests only. The OceanMedallion is the key to: A. Faster boarding. B. Keyless stateroom entry....