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Virgin Voyages Launches New E-Learning Platform for First Mates

Virgin Voyages' newest ship, Scarlet LadyVirgin Voyages today announced the launch of its new E-Learning platform for travel professionals, which the company calls First Mates. As an extension of its “Brilliant to do Business With” approach, the online platform, dubbed “Seacademy” will serve as a one-stop-shop and resource tool for First Mates. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

Saga sees surge in interest in ‘once in a lifetime’ holidays as vaccine sparks sense of adventure in people over 50

Saga (Logo)Saga has experienced a spike in interest from customers looking for once in a lifetime adventures. In the week following the news of successful trials of the vaccine, there was a 78% increase in traffic to Saga’s Traveller’s World website pages and a 36% increase for the Traveller’s World online brochures compared to the week beforehand. (more…)

The Greenlandic communities of Maniitsoq and Kangerlussuaq launch tourist guidelines

AECO (Logo)The Greenlandic communities of Maniitsoq and Kangerlussuaq offer unique experiences to travelers. The two communities have now developed “Community Specific Guidelines” to help visitors understand how they can make the most of their stay while being considerate guests. (more…)



Cruise Planners Offers Enhanced Social Media Platform and Launches a Social Media Campaign asking clients “Where2Next?”

Cruise Planners (Logo)Cruise Planners has always provided a free platform offering creative and visually-appealing social media content for its network of travel advisors that is automatically published several times a week – called CP Social. Recently, upgraded, the platform offers even more flexibility. (more…)

The North American Marine Environment Protection Association recognises MSC Cruises with Maritime Industry category award at 2020 Marine Environment Protection Awards

MSC Cruises (logo)MSC Cruises’ industry leading sustainability programme has been recognised at the North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) 2020 Marine Environment Protection Awards, being honoured with the Maritime Industry category award. (more…)

81% of luxury passengers plan a cruise next year

Research by Mundy Cruising has revealed that 81 per cent of luxury cruise passengers plan on taking a cruise next year, although the majority will wait until they have been vaccinated first. The findings were the first to be gleaned from Mundy’s new Cruise Expert Panel, which was launched to coincide with the cruise agencies 50th anniversary. (cruise-adviser.com)



Azamara to Launch ‘Masterclass Series’ to Support Travel Advisors

Azamara (Logo)Azamara is launching a new masterclass series of on-demand videos aimed at supporting its travel advisor community, according to a statement from the cruise company. The series will provide “much needed destination education and sales boosting modules that will coach travel advisors to optimize their business”. (cruiseindustrynews.com)



Expedia Group says search data an early sign of cruise recovery

Global searches between April and September for 2021 cruises have been increasing on a monthly basis, spiking as much as 30% between August and September. The majority of U.S. travelers searching for cruises in September were looking at sailings in January 2021, with the most popular 2021 destinations being the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Europe and Alaska. (travelweekly.com)





UnCruise Adventures Launches “No Ordinary Adventure” Podcast Series with a Fresh Perspective. Now Available Across All Platforms

UnCruise Adventures (Logo) The small boat adventure company, UnCruise Adventures, recently announced that it has launched its own adventure travel podcast, “No Ordinary Adventure”. Hosted by industry veteran, and UnCruise Adventures CEO, Dan Blanchard, the curated audio stories are 30-45 minutes long and will be released monthly. (more…)





Carnival Cruise Line’s Adolfo Perez Launches New Webcast for Travel Partners

Carnival Cruise Line's Adolfo Perez Launches New Webcast for Travel Partners (October 2020)As part of its effort to keep travel advisors engaged and informed during its pause in operations and subsequent return to service, Carnival Cruise Line’s Senior Vice President of Trade Sales and Marketing Adolfo Perez has launched a new webcast conversation series: “From Adolfo’s Desk LIVE.” (more…)





Costa Cruises Presents Its Sustainability Report 2019

Costa Cruises (Logo)Costa Cruises has published its Sustainability Report 2019, entitled “Building the Future Together” to present the achievements of the Company towards sustainable and responsible operations, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda defined by the United Nations to promote responsible development globally. (more…)





2021 China Market Report by Cruise Industry News Out Now

The “2021 China Market Report by Cruise Industry News” is out now and available for download, outlining the latest developments in the Chinese cruise market and also looking ahead into the future. The new report provides a breakdown of the Chinese market by operator, berths and capacity, with key supply metrics going forward to 2027 and with past data back to 2015. (cruiseindustrynews.com)

New 2021 European River Cruise Market Report Released

The new “2021 European River Cruise Market Report by Cruise Industry News” is now available, offering a full analysis of the booming river cruise market heading into 2021. The report, the only analysis of the river market, offers a deep dive style analysis into the expanding river cruise market in Europe, as well as Russia and a complete set of riverboat statistics and river cruise capacity projections.



Cruise Industry News Launches Return to Service Publication

“Return to Service by Cruise Industry News” is now available as a complimentary download as the industry begins to mount its comeback to guest operations. The 84-page special edition magazine has been printed and shipped and highlights the return to service, with in-depth reporting profiling cruise line strategies at Carnival Corporation, Royal Caribbean Group, Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, Windstar and others. (cruiseindustrynews.com)







Carnival Corporation Releases 2019 Annual Sustainability Report

Carnival Corporation & plc (logo)Carnival Corporation & plc today released its 10th annual sustainability report, developed in accordance to the high standards of the Global Reporting Initiative. Titled “Sustainability from Ship to Shore,” the report is available on the company’s newly redesigned sustainability website at www.CarnivalSustainability.com. (more…)





“Marketing Central”: Silversea Enhances Its Online Marketing Toolkit For Travel Advisors

Silversea Cruises (logo)Silversea Cruises has enhanced its online suite of marketing resources and sales tools for trade partners. Named “Marketing Central”, the revamped platform will enable travel professionals to grow their businesses, offering access to an expanded portfolio of tools that have been designed to make selling Silversea easier than ever. (more…)

“S.A.L.T. Lab Radio”: Silversea Launches A New Podcast

Silversea Cruises (logo)Silversea Cruises today announces the launch of “S.A.L.T. Lab Radio” —a new culinary podcast, produced in the same immersive spirit as the cruise line’s pioneering S.A.L.T. programme (Sea and Land Taste), which will use storytelling to unlock entire ecosystems around culinary discovery when it launches aboard new ship Silver Moon. (more…)