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Luxury meets luxury as Riverside Luxury Cruises accepted as a Virtuoso preferred partner
Riverside Luxury Cruises is celebrating following the announcement that it has been accepted into Virtuoso’s portfolio of luxury travel partners – a portfolio that is comprised of 2,500 preferred suppliers in 100 countries. Jennifer Halboth, CEO of Riverside Collection Americas made it clear that inclusion in Virtuoso will present new sales and marketing opportunities to the network’s luxury travel advisors and their highly desirable clientele. Halboth told Travel Press Today that: “This new relationship with Virtuoso gives us access and visibility with some of the world’s...
Azamara Cruises launches 2025 Travel Advisor Celebration
Azamara Cruises has launched its 2025 Travel Advisor Celebration – “a heartfelt tribute to the travel professionals whose dedication continues to elevate the guest experience and drive the brand’s global success.” The celebration runs from Sept. 1 through Oct. 31 and during that time, Azamara will recognize and reward its valued travel advisors with exclusive tools, incentives, and meaningful rewards. Michelle Lardizabal, Chief Sales Officer, North America, explained that: “At Azamara Cruises, travel advisors are the driving force behind our continued...
Scenic Group reveals fleet expansion milestones for Emerald Yacht Cruises
Emerald Cruises is setting a new standard in luxury yacht cruising, with the highly anticipated inaugural Mediterranean sailing of Emerald Kaia in April 2026. Reflecting Scenic Group’s commitment to continuous innovation and growth, anticipation is growing for the next generation of super yachts, with the fleet expansion continuing via the recent steel cutting for Emerald Raiya, which sails from June 2027. Emerald Kaia will embark on her inaugural voyage on April 4, 2026, inviting up to 128 guests on an exceptional journey, that spans the historic coastlines of Greece and Turkey....
Explora Journeys makes it seamless with Sky & Sea Fare
Explora Journeys has launched the Sky & Sea fare – a fare that’s designed to provide a seamless travel experience from the moment guests depart from their departure airport to the moment they step on board. Guests from Canada, the UK, Netherlands, Spain, France, Italy, Switzerland, Germany, the USA and Australia can enjoy a seamless booking experience that integrates flight arrangements, offering key routes from major airports in each country to the Journey’s embarkation and disembarkation ports. The Sky & Sea fare allows customization including upgrades and...
Carnival opens reservations for 2027 sailings of Carnival Firenze
Carnival Cruise Line has opened reservations for a lineup of new 2027 cruises aboard Carnival Firenze -- including three Carnival Journeys voyages across South America and 10 new Caribbean cruise options from Miami. The new sailings coincide with Carnival’s plans to reposition the popular “Carnival Fun Italian Style” ship to the east coast of the U.S. To see the new sailings on Carnival.com, click here. Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line, said: “Carnival Firenze is a beautiful ship and our plan to bring her east creates a perfect opportunity to offer our...
Holland America sets sail with a Labour Day Deal
Holland America is offering travellers a Labour Day Deal, with rates starting under $100 per person, per day (taxes and fees are included). From the Caribbean and Mexico to the Panama Canal and special Holiday Cruises, travellers who book between Aug. 26 and Sept. 8, 2025, will find a robust lineup of Holland America Line voyages to choose from. The deal applies to Canadian and U.S. travellers for fall 2025 and winter/spring 2026 warm-weather cruises. Holland America’s offer includes: Up to 45% off cruise fares $99 Deposit Up to $400 onboard credit per stateroom: ...
Hurtigruten puts more Svalbard tours on the itinerary
Hurtigruten continues to strengthen its focus on Svalbard, with the cruise line adding two new tours for 2026 and beyond that combine its popular Svalbard Line with days of excursions in Svalbard, as well as the popular ‘Norway in a Nutshell’ tour prior to boarding the ship in Bergen. As a result, guests will enjoy what’s considered both the world’s most scenic rail journey and the world’s most beautiful voyage, which Hurtigruten’s coastal route is often referred to. In addition to the two new cruise itineraries, Hurtigruten will also launch its Open Village...
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions offers savings to Canadians
For the first time ever, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has an Exclusive Canadian Residency Offer, where Canadian residents receive a 35% savings on select 2025 & 2026 voyages, if booked by Aug. 31, 2025. Expeditions in destinations such as Central America, Baja, Galapagos, and even Antarctica, are included in the promotion. Canadian residents with proof of a Canadian address receive a 35% savings, deducted from cabin fare prior to any additional applicable savings with the purchase of cabin fare, for select departures when booked between June 17 and Aug. 31,...