Cruise
Norwegian Encore Emerges From The Shipyard
Norwegian Cruise Line's latest ship, Norwegian Encore, successfully completed a major construction milestone Saturday (Aug. 17) when it emerged for the first time from the Meyer Werft ship building dock in Papenburg, Germany. Norwegian Encore will remain in the shipyard port for the final phase of construction, before its conveyance up the Ems River and towards the North Sea at the end of September. At nearly 1,100 feet long, with a gross tonnage of almost 170,000 and a guest capacity of 3,998, the ship will be delivered to the cruise line on Oct. 30. It will be christened in Miami on...
UnCruise Unveils 2020 Theme Cruise Schedule
Small-ship adventure cruise line UnCruise Adventures has introduced special theme cruises for the 2020 sailing season. Six ships offer themed departures on a variety of topics including birding, photography, wine and culinary, kids and families and insider departures. According to officials, theme cruises provide added value and unequalled access to industry experts at no extra cost. Four birding cruises, three photography cruises, seven wine and culinary cruises, two family departures, and 10 Insiders cruises make up the schedule. Theme cruises will be offered in Alaska, Mexico,...
AmaWaterways Launches Agent Webinar Series
AmaWaterways has launched a new initiative to continue strengthening its relationships with travel agents through “Webinar Wednesdays,” a series of live webinars hosted by company executives and industry experts. The series is designed to educate and empower agents interested in developing or expanding their luxury travel business. The inaugural event, which took place July 31, was led by AmaWaterways co-founders Rudi Schreiner and Kristin Karst, and gave participants a glimpse of the new Magna on the Danube itinerary, which was specially curated by Schreiner himself. Each...
New Bahamas ‘Cruise & Stay’ Option Available
Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line is inviting agents to offer their clients the ultimate getaway this summer through a unique “Cruise & Stay” package. Starting at US$279 per person, the package – valid only on bookings with Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line – includes a three-night package featuring a round-trip, two-night cruise from Palm Beach to Grand Bahama Island, and a one (or more) night stay at one of four beach resorts. “At Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line, we understand the vital role that travel advisors play in the success of our business and we are proud to introduce...
Quite A Lady
On a beautiful summer event in Toronto, Sandals Resorts International welcomed a high-powered group of its tourist board and tour operator partners onboard the Lady Sandals for an evening of conversation and camaraderie. It was definitely a laid-back gathering with Maureen Barnes-Smith, director of sales and marketing for Unique Vacations, welcoming the 50 or so VIPs onboard “her yacht” -- well, actually, she admitted that it's the Honourable Gordon 'Butch' Stewart's (Sandals' founder) yacht, but he's loaned it to her for the next week. She told Sandals' travel trade partners...
Scenic Eclipse Sets Sail
Scenic Eclipse has set sail with it first guests on its inaugural voyage, a 13-day discovery itinerary from Reykjavik to Quebec. The world's newest ship then heads off to New York for its Sept. 10 christening by Godmother Dame Helen Mirren. “Today (Aug. 15) is the fruition of many years of planning and work from a large and dedicated team to create a vessel and an experience which has set a brand new benchmark in ultra-luxury discovery cruising,” said Glen Moroney, chairman and founder, Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours. “We are extremely proud of this ship and what it brings...
Windstar Presents ‘Star Grill by Steven Raichlen’
Windstar Cruises continues to perfect its culinary program with the introduction of a new modern, casual outdoor restaurant in partnership with global grilling authority Steven Raichlen. Star Grill by Steven Raichlen, currently in development, will be a modern, casual, alfresco restaurant that serves up grilled, smoked and rotisserie specialties, including seafood, meats and vegetables cooked with global flavours and techniques, alongside craft side dishes and sauces. Windstar’s alliance with Raichlen was born from a desire to create a modern, yet casual outdoor eatery, bespoke of...
NCL Enhances Entertainment Program With SIX
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that SIX, the critically acclaimed British pop musical about Henry VIII’s six wives will debut on board Norwegian Bliss, Breakaway and Getaway beginning next month. From Tudor queens to pop princesses, SIX is a historical retelling of Henry VIII’s six wives. Each leading lady takes centre stage to share her personal story and reclaim her identity. Remixing 500 years of heartbreak into a celebration of 21st century girl power, the production features lively performances and music by an all-female band. “Guests will be mesmerized by the...