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MSC announces 3 title sponsorships of 2025 Grand Prix races
MSC Cruises is gearing up to be the title sponsor of three Formula 1 World Championship Grands Prix in 2025, further building on the cruise line’s partnership with the prestigious motorsport. The three races will be the FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES AUSTRIAN GRAND PRIX 2025 in June, the FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX 2025in October, and the FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES GRANDE PRÊMIO DE SÃO PAULO 2025 in November. It is the first time that the cruise line’s brand will be included in the name of these three iconic Formula 1 Grand Prix races and is in addition to the distinct track...
Viking’s new Explorer’s Sale invites travellers to save on voyages
Viking's latest Explorers’ Sale provides North American travellers with new booking incentives across the company’s extensive range of river, ocean and expedition voyages. From now through January 31, 2025, Viking is offering special fares starting at $1,999 per person and up to free international airfare on select itineraries, as well as a $25 deposit for all itineraries—plus additional savings for new and returning guests. Viking explores all seven continents, with river, ocean and expedition voyages calling in more than 500 ports in more than 85 countries. Popular itineraries...
Riverside Luxury Cruises has a new online education platform & certification program
Riverside Luxury Cruises has announced a new online education platform and certification program that will help travel advisors gain expertise in the brand’s luxury offerings. Certified advisors will also enjoy special travel agent rates on FAMS, and those who complete the course by Jan. 31, 2025, will receive a $25 Amazon gift card. “Our unwavering commitment to our travel advisor partners is matched only by the unforgettable journey their clients will experience on a Riverside cruise,” said Jennifer Halboth, CEO of Riverside Collection Americas. “This program allows...
Save up to 80% with Virgin’s new WAVE offer
Virgin Voyages has announced an exciting WAVE offer, collection of specialty voyages, new ports of call, and the long-awaited debut of the fourth and final ship in its award-winning fleet, Brilliant Lady. Already sailing to more than 100 destinations – with more to be unveiled soon – Virgin Voyages is enticing Sailors to come aboard its boutique-sized ships with its best-of-the-year WAVE offer: buy one Sailor and get the second 80 per cent off, plus up to $300 in free drinks. “A new ship, new experiences and new iconic destinations are just the start of what 2025 has in store for...
Azamara reveals winter 2026-2027 lineup
Azamara Cruises has revealed its winter 2026-2027 lineup, with 66 new cruises and eight extraordinary Grand Voyages spanning 35+ nights. "We are thrilled to announce our winter 2026-2027 cruises, which mark an exciting chapter in Azamara's commitment to bringing our guests to the world," said Michael Pawlus, head of itinerary planning at Azamara. "For the first time ever, we are pleased to offer cruises to Europe during the wintertime so guests can delight in beloved destinations without peak-season crowds and during cooler weather. Additionally, we are thrilled to return...
Norwegian adds enhanced experiences to Bliss and Breakaway
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced that Norwegian Bliss and Norwegian Breakaway will each undergo significant updates to offer more onboard guest experiences. These include a brand-new cinema and dining experience, Silver Screen Bistro; a new outdoor recreational concept, Horizon Park; as well as the extension of popular dining venues such as Cagney’s Steakhouse and Teppanyaki and expanded accommodations including The Haven by Norwegian. “At Norwegian Cruise Line, our guests and what they value most is critical in order for us to develop experiences. Our goal is to provide...
Cunard announces refurbishment of Queen Elizabeth for 2025
Cunard has announced a refurbishment of Queen Elizabeth, paving the way for her highly anticipated inaugural Caribbean program sailing from Miami and her debut Alaska season from Seattle in 2025. The luxurious 2,000 guest ship will undergo a significant refit from Feb. 25 to March 13, 2025, in Seatrium's Admiralty Yard in Singapore, preparing her for a new Alaska season from Seattle in June and a dazzling debut voyage from Miami to the Caribbean on Oct. 16. The Caribbean season will begin with a 12-night roundtrip sailing from Miami, offering guests the chance to...
HAL’s Wave Season offers include 50% reduced deposits and more
Holland America Line is cruising into the annual wave booking season with the “Start Your Journey Sale”. Travellers can now advantage of the cruise line’s wave offer and receive balcony upgrades, bonus amenities, reduced deposits and exceptional savings — with cruise fares starting at just $129 per person, per day. Running through Feb. 28, 2025, “Start Your Journey” provides guests who book select spring 2025 through spring 2026 cruises with the “Have It All” premium package, a free stateroom upgrade in select categories, reduced fares, free fares for kids and 50%...