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Carnival Launches Agent Contest
Carnival Cruise Line has launched a “What’s Your Carnival IQ?” contest for travel agents on its trade Facebook page for February. As part of the contest, Carnival will post a daily three-question multiple-choice quiz designed to test agents’ knowledge of Carnival’s brand and onboard experience. Each day of the contest, Carnival will choose 15 agents at random from among those who correctly answered the questions via Facebook Messenger to instantly win a $25 Amazon gift card. At the conclusion of the contest, the line will select 10 finalists at random from all daily...
Crystal Unveils New Moselle River Itineraries
Taking to the river less travelled, Crystal is introducing new 10-day “Enchanting Moselle” itineraries aboard Crystal Bach, round-trip from Amsterdam through Germany and the Netherlands, beginning May 28, 2019 through Dec. 24. The voyages feature five new ports of call through the vineyard-flanked Moselle River, considered to be one of the most breathtaking stretches of river in Europe. Guests can experience world-class Rieslings and the famous vintages of the Mosel Wine Region in Bernkastel, the medieval charm and Roman ruins of Trier, and the stunning architecture of Reichsburg...
Discover Egypt With Lindblad Expeditions
Lindblad Expeditions has announced its return to Egypt with the 13-day journey, Passage Through Egypt. The adventure combines explorations of Cairo and stays at the Nile Ritz-Carlton and the historic Mena House, with a six-night cruise on the Nile aboard the 42-guest Oberoi Philae. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo, sites along the Nile including Abu Simbel and Giza are included. Participants will travel via private aircraft for all internal flights, and be accompanied by Egyptologist guides versed in culture, art, history, and archaeology. Many who have worked with Lindblad for...
Luxury From French Country Waterways
French Country Waterways has released its 2018 brochure, detailing canal sailings in Burgundy's Côte d'Or, the Upper Loire, Alsace-Lorraine, and Champagne. New for 2018, both Champagne and Alsace-Lorraine sailings will now be available all-season long. The Champagne route takes guests through the Marne Valley, where vast expanses of vineyards are planted with the Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes, two of Champagne's most important varieties. Guests sailing through Alsace-Lorraine, will explore a region that, though thoroughly French, shows some of its German roots in much of its...
Industry Teams Up On New Initiative
Environmental organizations and the global shipping industry have joined forces to call for an explicit prohibition on the carriage of non-compliant marine fuels when the global 0.5% sulphur cap takes effect in 2020. IMO has agreed that from Jan. 1, 2020, the maximum permitted sulphur content of marine fuel (outside Emission Control Areas) will reduce from 3.5% to 0.5%. Unless a ship is using an approved equivalent compliance method, there should be no reason for it to be carrying non-compliant fuels for combustion on board. The 2020 sulphur cap will provide substantial environmental...
Canadian Trade Wins With MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises USA has announced the Canadian winners of its 5th Annual MSC True Partnerships' Awards. Joe Jiffo, senior vice-president of sales, MSC Cruises USA, said, “2017 proved to be an outstanding year for MSC Cruises as we introduced two brand new mega ships. Our dedicated partners in Canada have been integral to our expansion and continued success, and were thrilled to applaud their hard work and continued support as we enter 2018.” The 2017 MSC True Partnerships Awards are presented to MSC Cruises' top performing North American travel partners for the year based on...
Epic Adventures With Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line is planning some epic adventures at sea in 2019 with special engagements of two popular itineraries – Star Wars Day at Sea and Marvel Day at Sea. Spanning two Disney cruise ships, sailing across the Caribbean and Bahamas, these cruises bring Disney and fan-favorite fun to families and guests of all ages. From January to early March, 2019, special seven-night Disney Fantasy sailings will transport guests to the Caribbean and a galaxy far, far away. Star Wars Day at Sea is an experience unlike any other where guests can celebrate the legendary adventures and...
U.S. Virgin Islands Have A Plan
The U.S. Virgin Islands has a plan. In the wake of the two Category 5 hurricanes that hit in September, the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism has developed a 150-day rolling marketing plan to share with industry stakeholders. Commissioner of Tourism Beverly Nicholson-Doty said: “This new plan has been developed to establish priorities and a road map of activities we will pursue as our destination recovers.” Nicholson-Doty noted that the “abridged plan” will be fluid and adaptable to the current dynamic recovery environment and the Department of Tourism is committed...