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An Incredible Display
Passengers on a recent Silversea Expeditions voyage were treated to one of nature's most stunning phenomena – the aurora borealis, or northern lights. The awe-inspiring display of otherworldly green lights dancing across the night's sky came into view as Silver Cloud sailed off the southwest coast of Greenland. The sighting was representative of Silversea's commitment to unlocking deep travel experience for guests. For Silver Cloud's guests, who gathered on the ship's top deck to witness the lights, it was a spellbinding finale to a day spent exploring Qeqertarsuaq, a small town...
Exclusive – GANJA JOURNEYS
Like it or not, the legal retailing of cannabis in Canada is soon to get underway. As of Oct. 17, a whole new business sector based on cannabis sales through licensed outlets – with all the much-discussed pros and cons – will start operating across the country, reports Western editor, Ted Davis in this week's digital edition of Canadian Travel Press. Much of the discussion ahead of this ground breaking launch has focused on pros like a predicted reduction in organized crime, and cons like the possible increased access to cannabis by under-aged users. The federal Cannabis Act will...
Avalon Saigon Sets Sail On The Mekong
Avalon Waterways is cruising farther into the Far East by adding a second “Suite Ship” on the Mekong River with the launch of the new Avalon Saigon. Stéphanie Bishop, managing director of the Globus family of brands, Avalon's parent company, for Canada, observed that: “Any trip to Southeast Asia is special, but with just 18 incredibly comfortable staterooms and delicious local and European-style food, we plan to make it even more special for your clients.” On the Avalon Saigon, passengers are welcomed to well-appointed Suites, each with 245 square feet of living...
Cruising With TravelBrands Cruises by Encore
TravelBrands Cruises, by Encore Cruises is giving travellers a chance to secure their spot at sea with a limited-time, $1 deposit per passenger. The promotion runs until Oct. 31, 2018 and applies to new individual and cruise tour bookings with Azamara Club Cruises, Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Costa Cruises, Holland America Line, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean International. The TravelBrands’ $1 deposit is combinable with all cruise line promotions and valid on sailings departing after Feb. 1, 2019. Agents can begin booking qualifying...
NCL Celebrates Hawaii
In a concerted effort to stimulate tourism, Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), along with the Island of Hawai`i Visitors Bureau, hosted a private event in Hilo yesterday - attended by PressToday's Greg Coates - to celebrate the culture, history and people of Hawaii. The cruise line also announced a new, limited-time free (and reduced) airfare promotion. Focused on educating and reacquainting prospective visitors with the 50th state, the cruise line and visitors bureau welcomed government officials and top travel professionals from across North America at the `Imiloa Astronomy Center in...
Disney To Set Sail From New Orleans in 2020
In early 2020, Disney Cruise Line will add a new home port in New Orleans, as well as a return to the Hawaiian Islands. Disney Cruise Line will also return to Puerto Rico for a limited time and continue guest-favourite itineraries to tropical destinations from Florida and California. Bookings open to the public on Oct. 4. In 2020, the Disney Wonder will embark on a variety of Caribbean and Bahamian cruises from New Orleans – the first time Disney Cruise Line will have a home port in Louisiana. The Disney Wonder will embark on six cruises during this limited-time season from...
Crystal Unveils Special Solo Fares
Solo travellers can take advantage of significant value on more than three dozen luxury voyages this year and next, as Crystal Cruises and Crystal River Cruises introduce a selection of sailings offering new low single supplements. With solo fares starting at just 110% of regular cruise fares, guests seeking to indulge in the global luxury travel experience independently can do so at a fraction of the regular all-inclusive cruise fares, which feature all shipboard and shoreside gratuities, Michelin-inspired cuisine in a variety of elegant venues, unlimited pours of fine wines and...
Crystal Unveils First Look at New ‘Diamond Class’
Crystal has shared exterior renderings of Crystal Cruises’ new “Diamond Class” ships, with the first ship set to join the fleet in 2022. The luxury ships will measure approximately 67,000 gross tons and accommodate approximately 800 guests, boasting luxury design elements and exceptional amenities in line with Crystal Cruises’ award-winning Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity and new-build river ships and expedition yacht. “Our ocean ships are the heart of the Crystal brand and have been loved by our guests for more than 28 years,” says Crystal president and CEO Tom...