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Holland America Line unveils five new trips for 2026/2027
Holland America Line recently unveiled new Legendary Voyages that create destination-rich vacations sailing roundtrip from the United States. The five new cruises, which range from 27 to 45 days, will provide guests the opportunity to explore one or several regions in depth—including the Mediterranean, the South Pacific, the Pacific Northwest, Alaska and Hawaii. "Interest in longer cruises continues to grow and these newest Legendary Voyages deliver with unique itineraries that delve deep into popular and harder-to-reach parts of the world," said Paul Grigsby, Holland...
MSC World America to host “Dirty Dancing at Sea”
MSC World America, MSC Cruises’ new flagship, sailing April 2025, will offer a spectacular lineup of entertainment options, including the first-ever at sea “Dirty Dancing in Concert”. The concert will take the beloved Lionsgate film to the next level with live singers, dancers and musicians, bringing the screening of the iconic movie to life. The ship will also showcase a variety of other dazzling new entertainment options around the clock, from spectacular stage shows and live music to enriching activities, games and more. There’s something sure to wow guests of all ages and...
Scenic & Emerald to host river cruise information sessions
Emerald Cruises and Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours have unveiled an exciting lineup of 22 information sessions across Western and Eastern Canada this February and March, tailored for both travellers and travel agents. Attendees will discover the modern elegance of Emerald Cruises and the ultra-luxury river offerings of Scenic for 2025 and 2026, highlighting one-of-a-kind river cruises and tours and their dedication to delivering exceptional luxury travel experiences in Europe and Southeast Asia. Special invites for agents Travel agents are encouraged to bring their clients to these...
Celebrity River Cruises launching in Europe with 10 ships
Celebrity Cruises will usher in a new era in river cruising with Celebrity River Cruises, a premium river cruise vacation that will begin taking bookings this year. The brand has signed an initial order for 10 transformative ships that will take guests to historic cities on the world’s most iconic rivers, launching in Europe. Celebrity Cruises will bring the elevated design and sophistication of the Edge Series ocean ships to the river. “We’re thrilled to announce our entry into the river cruise market through our Celebrity Cruises premium travel brand. Our guests and travel...
MSC commits to Port Canaveral with deployments through 2028
MSC Cruises will offer more cruises from Port Canaveral, giving guests additional vacation options when sailing from the popular Florida port. The line’s fourth World Class ship will join the lineup at Port Canaveral for the Winter 2027-2028 season, offering year-round seven-night Caribbean itineraries. The ship, which has yet to be named, will join MSC World America as the company’s second World Class ship operating in North America. In the meantime, MSC Grandiosa will begin offering year-round seven-night Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral starting with the Winter 2026-2027...
Cruise into bliss with Variety’s wave season offer
Greece's Variety Cruises is celebrating Wave Season with a special Cruise into Bliss offer available until Feb. 3, featuring discounts up to 20% off or no single supplement — an opportunity for clients to embark on a dream adventure in Europe, Africa or French Polynesia this year. “Whether your client is dreaming of the idyllic Seychelles, the stunning islands of French Polynesia, the history-rich shores of the Mediterranean, or the hidden gems of Greece, these limited-time offers provide great incentives to make their 2025 and 2026 travel plans a reality,” said Filippos...
Riverside Luxury Cruises expands NA team; promotes Canada’s Ouzounov
Riverside Luxury Cruises has appointed four new hires and announced several promotions to the North America sales and marketing team. The line has seen big growth in the North American market since launching in 2023 and is poised for more expansion with the addition of the following new team members: Ian Duncan, director of sales, Northeast and Upper Midwest; Matt Ogden, director of sales and key accounts, California and Hawaii; Desirey Virgin, director of sales, Southeast; and Kelsey Thompson, director of marketing. Additionally, Michelle Rodriguez Suarez has been promoted to...
Carnival launches booking promotion for travel advisors
Carnival Cruise Line is launching a ‘Book More, Earn Big’ promotion for travel advisors designed to help them grow their business and reward their success during wave season, the cruise industry’s peak booking period. As part of the company’s Travel Agents Rock! advisor loyalty program, the promotion runs through March 12, 2025 and offers one-of-a-kind rewards such as a chance to win an Early-Access Giveaway Trip for an exclusive first look at Celebration Key, Carnival’s newest private destination opening in July 2025. 1,000 bonus points up for grabs Carnival is offering...