Valenciaport Strategic Plan 2035: Growing in a Global World
The port sets its sights on serving the business world while maintaining economic and environmental sustainability. (more…)
Riviera Travel Launches Digital Training Platform for Travel Advisors
Riviera Travel has announced the launch of Riviera Explorer, a new digital learning platform designed to support travel advisors in selling Riviera’s European river cruises. (more…)
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Travel + Leisure Announces 2025 World’s Best Awards, Showcasing the Top Travel Destinations, Hotels, Airlines, and More
Travel + Leisure unveils the results of its 2025 World’s Best Awards, honoring top destinations, hotels, airlines, cruise lines, and travel experiences as rated by its global audience. (more…)
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Princess Cruises Toasts Top Wine Honors with 16 Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence for 2025
Princess Cruises is once again raising a glass to excellence, as all 16 ships in its fleet have earned the prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in the publication’s 2025 Restaurant Awards. (more…)
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New Zealanders sailing for distant shores
New Zealand cruise fans are increasingly opting for fly-cruise holidays in other parts of the world, according to figures released today by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). (more…)
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Study shows Carnival contributes more than £2.5 billion to UK economy
Research commissioned from WPI Economics was shared in Carnival’s first Independent Economic Impact Report. (more…)
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New Regulation on Field Safety in Svalbard Introduces Guide Approval Scheme
The Norwegian government has introduced a new regulation aimed at enhancing field safety for all activities in Svalbard. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Releases Its 2024 “Sail & Sustain™” Report
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH), a leading global cruise company operating Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, today released its 2024 Sail & Sustain report. (more…)
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Aspiring cruise professionals shown the ropes by industry experts
Data analytics, how to build a LinkedIn profile and digital marketing were just some of the topics covered in a special seminar for a group of students from the Cruise Career Springboard. (more…)
Australian cruise passenger numbers continue to rise
Australia’s passion for cruising has continued to grow, with new annual figures showing another strong increase in the number of Australians taking holidays at sea. (more…)
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Cruise Tourism in 2025: Strategic Action for Sustainable Growth in Cruise Destinations
The global cruise industry is on a clear path of recovery and growth. According to CLIA’s 2025 State of the Cruise Industry Outlook, over 37.7 million passengers are expected this year, with more than 310 ships sailing worldwide. (more…)
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First-time cruisers driving industry growth finds CLIA report
The 2025 State of the Cruise Industry Report shows 31 per cent of passengers in the last two years were new to cruising, while 82 per cent of overall passengers are intending to cruise again. (more…)
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New data reveals reported crimes on cruise ships in first three months of 2025
The U.S. Department of Transportation recently released data regarding reported crimes on cruise ships from January to March of this year. (more…)
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Crystal Announces New Experience Finder
Crystal Cruises has unveiled Experience Finder, an innovative new tool designed to help travel advisors quickly and easily explore the range of shore excursions available to guests sailing aboard Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity. (more…)
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Niamh McCarthy, Excursions Ireland, shares her thoughts on The Cruise Cast
During Episode 4 of Cruise Europe’s The Cruise Cast, Niamh McCarthy of Excursions Ireland discusses the behind-the-scenes minutiae that go into making a successful shore excursion, providing her top tips to colleagues in the industry. (more…)
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Cruise activities in MedCruise ports | 2024 Statistics Report – Now Available
The annual MedCruise Statistics Report is among the flagship publications of the Association representing cruise ports in the Med and its adjoining seas. (more…)
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Marella Cruises announces Denise van Outen as Chief Chill-out Officer for the ocean cruise line
New research conducted by Marella Cruises, TUI UK&I’s ocean cruise line, has revealed a definitive list of signs you are ready for heading abroad or stepping onto to that glorious cruise, with spending hours Googling things to do (41 percent), getting your suitcase out, even though you don’t leave for weeks (32 percent), ordering a million holiday outfits online (24 percent) and repeatedly checking your passport is in date (23 percent). (more…)
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Carnival Cruise Line Launches Ticketless Platform Providing Seamless Connection From Ship to Shore Excursions
Streamlining the guest experience for cruisers joining excursions – Opens in new window ashore, Carnival Cruise Line – Opens in new window announced plans today to bring an innovative digital platform to its tour operator partners that eliminates physical tickets and provides enhanced functionality. (more…)
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Operationalizing Maritime Cybersecurity: A Strategic Approach for the Cruise Industry
As the cruise industry navigates the complexities of a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the necessity for robust maritime cybersecurity has never been more pressing. (more…)
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HX Releases First Standalone ESG Report, Setting a New Standard for Sustainability in Expedition Cruising
With a record year for the science programme, 45 million plastic bottles saved, and real-time support for communities, HX’s first standalone ESG report highlights the brand’s commitment to transparency. (more…)
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Hapag-Lloyd Cruises launches new spring 2025 campaign, marking the next stage of its brand relaunch
Five ships, one destination: the world’s best fleet sailing to fascinating destinations worldwide – new campaign motifs showcase the emotional appeal of travel. (more…)
CLIA’s New Marketing Targets Apprehensive Cruisers
Look for a new “Cruise Actually” social media campaign from CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), designed to assist both travel advisors and their clients. (more…)
Virgin Voyages Celebrates Earth Day, Releasing 2024 Impact Report and Purpose-Driven Programming
Charting the course to “Create an Epic Sea Change for All,” Virgin Voyages is an irresistible travel brand focused on delivering award-winning sailing experiences while making a positive impact. (more…)
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MedCruise presented its members record figures in Miami: passenger movements grew by 9.23% from 2023 to 2024 and by 15.5% compared to 2019
Theodora Riga, President of MedCruise and President of the Corfu Port Authority, delivered the Trends in the Med keynote presentation on April 8 during this year’s Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami. MedCruise – Trends in the Med Presentation at Seatrade Cruise Global 2025. (more…)
Windstar Cruises Launches New “Winds of Change” Podcast
Windstar Cruises is taking to the airwaves and screens with the debut of its new podcast, “Winds of Change.” (more…)
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InsureMyTrip Survey Highlights Top Cruise Concerns, and the Coverage Travelers Need Most
As cruises surge back in popularity, with ships bigger and better than ever, passengers are becoming increasingly aware of potential risks that could disrupt their vacations. (more…)
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Solid cruise 2024 cruise season for Britain as port calls and embarkations increase again
Figures released by Cruise Britain show that the cruise sector continues to grow with increases in call numbers and embarkations from British ports. (more…)
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English Tourism Week shines a light on cruise passengers choosing to stay local
Figures released from Portsmouth International Port have revealed 62% of cruise passengers who called into the city in 2024 chose to stay local. (more…)
Hurtigruten named most sustainable brand within the travel & tourism industry in Norway
For the second year running, Norwegian consumers have named Hurtigruten the most sustainable brand in Norway within the travel and tourism category. (more…)
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Researchers and Arctic Expediton Cruise Operators Partner to Study Underwater Noise
A new project is launching this year that aims to better understand and reduce impacts from underwater noise in the Canadian Arctic. (more…)
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Atlas Ocean Voyages Launches New Consumer Website
Atlas Ocean Voyages has launched a redesigned consumer website, offering an enhanced platform for travelers and travel advisors to plan and book Polar, Epicurean, and Cultural Expeditions. (more…)
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Villa Vie’s World Cruise: Hundreds of Residents, 7 Cats Onboard
Nearly six months after leaving Belfast on its three-and-a-half-year world cruise, Villa Vie’s Odyssey is filling a unique market niche, Hotel Manager Rodrigo Lopes said. (more…)
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ itineraries receive seal of approval from Good Housekeeping with coveted Reader Recommended accreditation
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Cruise Planners Launches Another Innovative Tool Making Lives of Advisors Easier
Cruise Planners proudly unveils Hotel Sheets. A groundbreaking feature now live within CP Maxx. Designed with travel advisors, and their clients in mind, Hotel Sheets redefines the way customized hotel proposals are created, shared, and booked. (more…)
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Avalon Waterways’ Survey Reveals River Cruising Trends for 2025
A recent survey of nearly 10,000 past Avalon Waterways cruisers has identified key trends in river cruising preferences for 2025. (more…)
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Celebrity Cruises Recognized By Forbes Travel Guide In First Ever Ratings For Cruise Line Restaurants
Celebrity Cruises®, the first ocean cruise line to earn a prestigious Forbes Travel Guide Star Award in 2023, has further raised the bar today with another first. (more…)
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Grandmother From West Sussex Crowned Great British Grandparent 2024
Doting grandmother Jeanette Townsend from West Sussex has been named the Great British Grandparent 2024, following an extensive nationwide search which received over 650 entries from loved ones nominating a family member or friend for the prestigious title. (more…)
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines launch brand new travel agent training platform
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched the “Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Academy”, a brand new integrated training platform, designed to provide agents with the knowledge and tools to sell confidently and boost sales. (more…)
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Uniworld Introduces New Marketing Tools For Travel Advisors. Complimentary access to social media marketing tool Rallio
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises announces the latest resources for the brand’s trusted travel advisors: complimentary access to social media marketing tool Rallio and comprehensive advisor toolkits. (more…)
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TUI And Marella Cruises Introduce ‘Tuitradehub’ To Support Agent Bookings
TUI UK&I has launched its new trade focused platform, ‘TUITradeHub’, which is a user-friendly hub designed by the TUI trade teams. (more…)
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