Cruise
Uniworld Introduces Free Air Offer
Luxury river cruise line Uniworld has introduced a new free air offer on select 2020 departures, available to book through Oct 31. The promotion allows for free economy air travel or gives travellers the option to pay a supplement to upgrade to Business Class and is available out of the following Canadian gateways – YEG, YUL, YVR, YYC and YYZ. Featured itineraries include: Castles Along The Rhine: March 22, April 12, May 10, 11, 17, 18, 24. Eight days, Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette or River Queen. Gems of Northern Italy: March 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24. Ten...
Viking Attempting to Set Guinness World Record
Viking is in the midst of a new Ultimate World Cruise itinerary, a 245-day journey that departed Aug. 31 spanning six continents, 51 countries and 111 ports. Sailing from London on Viking’s 930-guest Viking Sun, the longest-ever continuous cruise will fully circumnavigate the globe bringing guests to some of the world’s most legendary cities, iconic landmarks and far-flung destinations, before returning to London in May 2020. Viking is attempting to set the Guinness World Record for the “longest continuous passenger cruise” upon the return of Viking Sun to London next year....
Industry Ready To Help The Bahamas
It is hard to watch the videos of the devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian in The Bahamas. Joy Jibrilu, director general of the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation, said of the destruction caused by Hurricane Dorian on Grand Bahama Island and on The Abacos, that: “Our thoughts and prayers are with our fellow Bahamians and residents in these two northern islands, especially those who have lost loved ones.” And Jibrilu added: “We are overwhelmed by the amount of inquiries about relief efforts, and encourage everyone to go to www.bahamas.com/relief for verified ways to...
Riviera Expands Christmas Markets Sailings
Riviera River Cruises has expanded the availability of its popular Christmas markets cruises for December, with 25 departures planned on Europe’s Rhine and Danube rivers. “Our Yuletide Markets cruises on the Rhine and Danube were so well received last year – the first year we offered them – that we’ve increased the number of departures available this year,” said Marilyn Conroy, Riviera River Cruises’ vice-president of sales and marketing for North America. “There’s no better way to visit Europe’s multitude of Christmas markets than on a river cruise, and at Riviera...
Princess Unveils 2021 Europe Season
Princess Cruises has launched its 2021 cruises and cruisetours to sought-after destinations in the Mediterranean, British Isles, Scandinavia & Russia, Norway & Iceland and transatlantic crossings. A fleet of five ships will sail the European waters for the 2021 cruise season and every ship will feature Princess MedallionClass vacations. Enabled by OceanMedallion, Princess MedallionClass elevates the guest experience by delivering enhanced offerings and personalized service resulting in high guest satisfaction scores. New cruise ships Enchanted Princess and Sky Princess are...
Explore Asia With TravelBrands Cruise Offer
TravelBrands is making waves with an exclusive Asian cruise and land offer. Until Sept. 30, travellers can plan an Asian cruise while enjoying savings, including a $250 air credit. Plus, travel agents can earn 5x Loyalty Rewards points on qualifying bookings. “Many Canadian travellers want to explore as much of Asia as possible when visiting,” says Nathalie Tanious, senior vice-president, TravelBrands. “That is why we believe this land and cruise offer is perfect for both travellers and agents. They can explore multiple places in Asia while saving and earning...
MSC to Launch Fine Art Experience at Sea
MSC Grandiosa, the newest ship in the MSC Cruises fleet set to launch in November, will host what is being described as the world’s first fine art experience on board a cruise ship. The immersive art and dining experience featuring “Degas Danse Dessin” aims to bring guests closer to the world of fine art with a spellbinding exhibition of original Impressionist art. Housed in a purpose-built installation within the chic L’Atelier Bistro at the heart of the ship’s Mediterranean-style Promenade, the Edgar Degas exhibition is the first curation of this unique collection on...
Upgrade Complete: ACV Offers 5% Agents Bonus
Air Canada Vacations (ACV) has completed phase one of its new Revelex Power Agent 5.0 cruise booking engine upgrade. And, for a limited time, ACV is offering agents a 5% bonus commission when booking any cruise-only or cruise package using the new platform. Bookings are valid between Aug. 28 and Sept. 18 for travel between Aug. 28 and Dec. 31. The 5% bonus commission is only applicable on the cruise portion. “Phase one of Revelex Power Agent 5.0 is an important milestone for us,” said Nino Montagnese, managing director at Air Canada Vacations. “The first phase of...