Cruise
Royal Caribbean International announces its Travel Partners of the Year
2024 was a record-breaking year for Royal Caribbean, marked by the highly anticipated introductions of the world’s best family vacation, Icon of the Seas, and the world’s biggest weekend, Utopia of the Seas. The vacation brand also announced plans for its newest destinations Perfect Day Mexico and the Royal Beach Club Collection in Paradise Island, The Bahamas, and Cozumel, Mexico. Following a monumental year of innovation and delivering world-class vacations, Royal Caribbean International has revealed its 2024 “Travel Partners of the Year” awards. The 2024 Travel...
A&K offering free 9-night Crystal cruise with private jet journey
Abercrombie & Kent (A&K) has announced an unparalleled offer that combines two extraordinary journeys into one remarkable experience. Travellers who book A&K’s Ancient Kingdoms & Dynasties: A Journey by Private Jet will receive a complimentary 9-night Crystal cruise. This exclusive pairing seamlessly blends the thrill of exploring the world's most captivating destinations by private jet with the refined elegance of Crystal's ocean voyages. “As sister companies under A&K Travel Group (AKTG), this unprecedented collaboration between A&K and Crystal offers...
History and culture mark Seabourn’s summer 2025 Northern Europe sailings
Seabourn is offering an extraordinary line-up of Northern Europe itineraries for the summer 2025 cruise season. From May to August 2025, Seabourn Sojourn will embark on a series of captivating voyages across The British Isles, Norwegian Fjords and Iceland Coast. Seabourn Sojourn will visit more than 40 destinations in 12 countries on nine itineraries ranging from seven to 24 days. With departures from Dover (London), England; Reykjavik, Iceland; and Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland, guests can explore the mystical lochs of Scotland, chase the midnight sun in Norway’s northern reaches,...
AmaWaterways appoints Catherine Powell as president
Effective Feb. 17, 2025, Catherine Powell will join AmaWaterways as president, working alongside co-founders Rudi Schreiner and Kristin Karst. This strategic move represents a significant milestone in AmaWaterways' journey, as the company continues to build upon its strong foundation and impressive growth trajectory. Powell, with her extensive experience and innovative outlook, has been chosen to complement the existing leadership team and contribute to the company's future success. Powell is a distinguished business leader with an impressive track record of driving growth and...
NCL appoints Derek Lloyd as VP, strategic & national accounts
Norwegian Cruise Line has appointed Derek Lloyd as vice-president, Strategic and National Accounts, succeeding Brennan Quesnele who will become senior vice president of Sales at Oceania Cruises effective Feb. 24, 2025. Following Quesnele’s successful time at NCL, where he was an integral part of the Sales team and served as a true advocate for the travel partner community, Lloyd will now be stepping into the role and be responsible for driving National Account Sales with various travel partners and accounts in the U.S. and Canada. With more than 30 years of experience in the...
Princess Cruises expands Alaska parks Cruisetours for 2025/2026
Princess Cruises is expanding its cruisetours catalog through Alaska's parks. The new itineraries give guests more opportunities to discover awe-inspiring national parks, including Glacier Bay, Denali, Wrangell St. Elias, Kenai Fjords, and Katmai. Following the successful launch of the 15-night National Parks Expedition cruisetour in 2024, Princess is offering new variations, visiting from three to five national parks, that combine the cruise line's "Voyage of the Glaciers" seven-day cruise with scenic rail travel, and multiple days on land, featuring stays at four Princess-owned...
Carnival starts year-round service from Norfolk, Virginia
Carnival Cruise Line has launched year-round sailings from Norfolk, Virginia aboard the Carnival Sunshine. The new year-round deployment transforms Norfolk’s Half Moone Cruise Center from a seasonal port to a permanent cruise hub that will sail 150,000 guests annually – the highest volume in the city’s history. V Ahead of Carnival Sunshine’s first-ever embarkation from Norfolk, Carnival Cruise Line vice-president of port operations David Candib welcomed local officials, including Norfolk Mayor Kenneth Alexander and Nauticus executive director Stephen Kirkland, to celebrate a new...
Explora Journeys unveils new itineraries for winter 2026/2027
Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, reveals its highly anticipated Winter 2026-2027 itineraries. This new season of itineraries spans some of the world’s most captivating regions, inviting guests to experience the extraordinary aboard EXPLORA I, EXPLORA II, and EXPLORA III. The brand is expanding into new regions, unveiling remarkable routes and maiden ports that promise an immersive and unforgettable experience. The new itineraries between October 2026 and May 2027 include: EXPLORA I will sail to idyllic islands in the vibrant Caribbean,...