London Cruise Terminal At Tilbury Keeps On Investing
London International Cruise Terminal Tilbury continues to invest quite heavily in its facilities with £1.5m (€1.68m) being spent on refurbishing the old baggage hall. (more…)
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The Nautical Institute’s London Branch hears about cruise ship challenges
The operational challenges of cruise ships and passenger liners were discussed in a seminar organised by The Nautical Institute’s London Branch on 5 June. (more…)
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Cruise ships could boycott Britain after Brexit, warns Maritime UK boss ahead of London Shipping Week
Cruise ships could boycott Brexit Britain if tough new immigration rules are slapped on passengers, an industry chief warned today (7 Sep.). A delegation of shipping bosses will press Theresa May to ease fears of “strait- jacket” restrictions on migration as the UK quits the EU. (mirror.co.uk)
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Fascinating moment huge luxury cruise ship Silversea is towed under London’s Tower Bridge
Silversea’s Silver Wind, which carries just 296 passengers, was spotted pulling into the capital’s port earlier today (June 30). (thesun.co.uk)
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National Maritime Museum Highlights Sheer Majesty of the Canadian Arctic with New Exhibition Unveiling finds from Fateful Franklin Expedition
Since the discovery in 2014 of Sir John Franklin’s ship, HMS Erebus in the Canadian Arctic, interest in the region and his mysterious disappearance has continued to grow, according to specialist adventure cruise operator, One Ocean Expeditions (OOE). (more…)
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One Ocean Expeditions to Join celebrations in London’s Trafalgar Square to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Canada’s Confederation
On Saturday 1st July thousands of people will be taking part in hundreds of events around the globe to mark the 150th anniversary of Canada’s Confederation. Leading Canadian expedition cruise operator, One Ocean Expeditions (OOE), will be among those joining in the birthday celebrations in London’s Trafalgar Square to commemorate the historic occasion. (more…)
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Fred. Olsen was voted ‘Best Ocean Cruise Line’ in the ‘2017 Silver Travel Awards’ and ‘Best Cruise Line Operator for Groups’ in the ‘2017 Group Travel Awards’
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is proud to be voted ‘Best Ocean Cruise Line’ – for the second year in a row – in the prestigious ‘2017 Silver Travel Awards’, held at world-famous Madame Tussauds, London on the evening of 8th June 2017. (more…)
Newsreader and Presenter Angela Rippon Officially Names Cruise & Maritime Voyages’ Newest Ship, Columbus
Newscaster Angela Rippon has officially named Cruise & Maritime Voyages’ latest ship, Columbus at a ceremony held at the London Cruise Terminal in Tilbury Thursday. (cruisecritic.com)
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Inaugural Meeting of the Arctic Shipping Best Practices Information Forum (5-6 June 2017)
Today, 6 June 2017, at Lloyd’s Register’s office in London, the inaugural meeting of the Arctic Shipping Best Practices Information Forum concluded. (more…)
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Adventurous jobseekers given unique opportunity to meet with hiring cruise companies at The Cruise Job Fair
For many ambitious and adventurous jobseekers, working on a cruise liner is a dream position. With the chance to travel the world, meet people from across the globe and earn a living, it’s easy to see why it’s such an attractive prospect. (more…)
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Exclusive Deals and Contests at the Daily Mail Cruise Show in London — Check Out Who’s There!
The Daily Mail London CRUISE Show (Kensington Olympia, 18 – 19 February, 2017) is almost here! At the show you’ll find a fantastic line-up of exhibitors — including Cruise Critic, Celebrity Cruises, Thomson Cruises, and more! (cruisecritic.com)
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The Telegraph Cruise Show is Almost Here!
Opening on January 13th 2017 at London’s ExCel Exhibition Centre, you can discover the perfect cruise, learn about amazing destinations – and meet a raft of cruise experts, and house-hold names. (cruisecritic.com)
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Deals, Ideas and Inspiration at the Daily Mail Cruise Show!
Whether you’re considering a cruise for the first time or you’re an experienced cruiser looking for new inspiration, the upcoming CRUISE Show, taking place in London, could be the perfect port of call. (cruisecritic.com)
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UK: Cruise into 2017 with The Telegraph Cruise Show!
The New Year kicks off with The Telegraph Cruise Show, taking place from January 13 to 15 at London’s ExCel Exhibition Centre, and offers visitors the chance to discover the perfect cruise, and more! (cruisecritic.com)
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CLIA Holds 2016 Technical & Regulatory Forum
More than 100 delegates gathered in London to discuss a range of key regulatory and technical cruise industry topics, including public health, the environment, technology innovation and safety.
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Viking Ocean Cruises Christens Second Ship, the Viking Sea, in London
Less than one year ago, Viking Ocean Cruises launched its first ship, Viking Star, and marked the arrival of the travel industry’s first entirely new cruise line in a decade. (more…)
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Will you be at the London CRUISE Show this weekend?
Veteran newscaster Michael Buerk will open this year’s London Cruise Show, which takes place this weekend (Feb 20 & 21). (cruisecritic.com)
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CLIA to Host 2016 Port & Destination Forum in London
Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA), the global association grouping the world’s cruise lines, has announced that it will hold its annual Port & Destination Forum in London on 23 February, being the first event organised for CLIA’s Port & Destination Community this year.
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Will you be at the London Cruise Show?
Meet us at this year’s London CRUISE Show and enter our contest for a chance to win a £500 cruise voucher courtesy of Iglu Cruise. The London CRUISE Show is being held at the Olympia from February 20th to 21st. (cruisecritic.com)
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Boris Johnson is planning a cruise ship terminal for London – but what about his promise for cleaner air?
Luxury liners will spew out tonnes of nitrogen dioxide into a capital already so polluted that it kills 5,000 Londoners a year. (independent.co.uk)
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London. Cruise liner terminal given green light
Greenwich has been given the go-ahead for a passenger cruise liner terminal which is expected to boost tourism in the borough. (localgov.co.uk)
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Celebrity Cruises Launches Private Charter Fly-Cruises from Stansted
Celebrity Cruises will launch an air charter service from the private jet terminal at London’s Stansted Airport, beginning next summer. (cruisecritic.com)
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Polar Code Ready – IAATO/Lloyds Register workshop for vessel operators concludes in London
A dynamic, interactive and constructive workshop on how to tackle implementing the forthcoming International Maritime Organization (IMO)’s Polar Code has just concluded. (more…)
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