Cruise
HAL Launches New Agent Training Platform
Holland America Line Academy has introduced a new interactive e-Learning platform at GoHAL.com, which rewards travel agents for their educational achievements. Agents can earn the distinction of a Silver, Gold or Platinum reward level by completing a combination of core courses and specialist courses. The Academy also features a new specialist course called Northern Europe: Its Iconic Cities, Hidden Gems and Scenic Beauty. “Our senior director, Denella Ri’chard, along with content curator Dr. Marc Mancini, continue to develop educational programs that not only reward agents for...
Crystal Yacht Unveils Endeavor Itineraries
Crystal Yacht Expedition Cruises has unveiled the inaugural season of itineraries for its newest globetrotting vessel, Crystal Endeavor, spanning from August of 2020 through January 2021. According to officials, the luxury expedition yacht will sail voyages of 12 to 22 days, far off the beaten path of traditional cruise routes. Voyages will explore the cultural and bio-diversity of Japan and the Russian Far East, New Zealand, Australia and Antarctica. Crystal Endeavor journeys will open for booking for Crystal Society guests on Aug. 8 and to the public on Aug. 22, with expedition and...
HAL’s Statendam Reflects Evolution of Pinnacle Class
When Holland America Line (HAL) welcomes Nieuw Statendam to the fleet in December, the ship will showcase the evolution of design that was introduced with Koningsdam, the first Pinnacle Class ship. Focusing on the importance of thoughtful details and special touches, Statendam’s musical design and “artfully inspired” finishing will perfectly blend Holland America Line’s past, present and future. According to officials, the new 2,666-passenger ship will have an interior that balances a fresh, contemporary styling in perfect harmony with the line’s renowned classic elegance,...
Uniworld Set To Become Single-Use Plastic Free
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection is celebrating the fifth anniversary of its innovative sustainable river cruising guide with a promise to become single-use plastic free by 2022. Having already removed all plastic straws, water bottles and related single-use items from its ships, Uniworld’s announcement comes on the heels of parent company, The Travel Corporation’s commitment to ban the use of many single-use plastic items at its 40 offices worldwide and will phase them out across all operations by 2022. Written in concert with The Travel Foundation, with support from...
Crystal Introduces ‘Book Now Savings’
Incentives to “book now” are now available with worldwide voyages aboard all-inclusive Crystal Cruises, Crystal River Cruises and Crystal Yacht Expedition Cruises. The company’s new Book Now Savings program offers significantly reduced fares featuring limited-time savings up to $2,000 per suite on hundreds of luxury Crystal voyages, with fares increasing once the designated expiration date is reached. Book Now Savings are available on select 2018, 2019 and 2020 voyages aboard Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity, as well as on Crystal River Cruises and the line’s intimate...
Ponant Preferred Partner of Signature Travel Network
French cruise line Ponant has entered into a preferred partnership agreement with Signature Travel Network, a member-owned travel co-operative of more than 7,000 worldwide members from leading retail travel agencies and global suppliers. The membership became effective on July 16. Alex Sharpe, CEO of Signature Travel Network noted that, “Signature is pleased to welcome Ponant as a Preferred Supplier. Expedition cruising is one of the fastest growing segments of the luxury market and I know our members and their clients will enjoy working with and sailing onboard Ponant's growing...
Gauguin Set For Festive Season
Paul Gauguin Cruises is featuring two seven-night Tahiti & the Society Islands voyages on The Gauguin this year – offering travellers the perfect way to celebrate December holidays in paradise. On The Gauguin’s Dec. 22 voyage, guests can enjoy the Christmas holiday on French Polynesia’s white-sand beaches, or they can ring in the New Year on the South Seas in festive style during the Dec. 29 cruise. The seven-night Tahiti & the Society Islands holiday cruises depart Papeete, Tahiti, and sail to Huahine, Taha’a (Motu Mahana), Bora Bora (overnight), and Moorea...
Free Flights With Emerald Waterways
For a limited time, those booking Emerald Waterways' Splendours of Europe sailing – Amsterdam to Budapest – can receive free air to Europe from the US. Travellers booking a stateroom or suite on any deck by Aug. 31 will receive free air from the US or $2,000 savings per couple. Those booking and paying in full by Aug. 15 will save an additional $1,000 per couple. The 15-day Splendours of Europe itinerary begins in Amsterdam before navigating the waters through Germany, Austria and Hungary, ending in...