Carnival Cruise Line makes its first visit to the Philippines
Carnival Cruise Line (CCL) celebrated its first-ever visit to the Philippines after Carnival Panorama arrived at the Manila South Harbour’s Eva Macapagal Super Terminal.
Carnival Magic clinches TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2024 – Thailand for unique attractions
It features nine attractions that hold Guinness World Records.
Carnival Cruise Line Expands 2026/27 Sailings from Miami to The Bahamas and Caribbean
Carnival Cruise Line is excited to announce the expansion of schedules for Carnival Magic and Carnival Sunrise from PortMiami, offering guests more options to book future cruise vacations…
Carnival Cruise Line Expands Australian Itineraries for 2026/27
Carnival Adventure and Carnival Encounter Join Carnival Splendor and Carnival Luminosa to expand Australia cruise options,
Carnival Cruise Line’s Christine Duffy to skydive for charity
Carnival Cruise Line president Christine Duffy accepted the challenge to skydive for charity on 19th October.
Paytm announces Travel Carnival
One97 Communications Limited (OCL) that owns the brand Paytm, India’s payments and financial services distribution company and the pioneer of QR, Soundbox and mobile payments, has announced…
Carnival Cruise Line’s Christine Duffy named among Forbes’ 50 Over 50
Forbes recently announced the inclusion of Carnival Cruise Line president Christine Duffy to the fourth edition of its annual 50 Over 50 list.
Carnival Cruise Line introduces its first solar eclipse cruise
The voyage sets sail in August 2026.
Carnival Cruise Line reveals new details on exclusive Pearl Cove Beach Club
Carnival Cruise Line revealed additional details about Pearl Cove Beach Club, its exclusive retreat set to offer premium experiences for guests 18 and older.
Sailing into the Future: Carnival Cruise Line’s Bold New Venture
The world's largest cruise company has finalised an agreement with Fincantieri for three new landmark cruise ships scheduled for delivery in 2029, 2031, and 2033. These new ships will…
Carnival Cruise Line partners with Leagues Cup
Carnival Cruise Line partnered with the North American football tourney Leagues Cup, serving as its official cruise line.
Carnival Cruise Line expands fleet with three new ships
Carnival Corporation & plc announced that it ordered three new ships to augment its namesake Carnival Cruise Line’s fleet from Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri.
Carnival Legend: Embarking on a New Chapter of Adventure and Tribute
As the Mediterranean sun casts its golden rays on the port of Barcelona, the Carnival Legend stands ready, fresh from dry dock, to embark on its European
Carnival Corporation Sets Sail with Starlink: A New Horizon in Cruise Connectivity
The world's largest cruise company has completed the extension of game-changing, high-speed connection to more than 90 ships, shaping the passenger and staff experience.
Carnival Cruises Honours Gwen Stefani as Godmother of Carnival Jubilee
Carnival Cruise Line announced that Gwen Stefani, a global music superstar, will be celebrated as the godmother of Carnival’s new flagship, Carnival Jubilee, at a
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Emirates celebrates the flavours and flair of Rio Carnival
Between the 9-17 February, on flights to and from Dubai-Brazil, Emirates customers will be treated to classic and colourful Brazilian dishes to celebrate the occasion of Carnival.
Carnival Cruise Line grows to 27 Ships with Carnival Firenze’s Officially Joining
With the theme "Carnival Fun Italian Style," the Carnival Firenze will become the second ship in the fleet.
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Carnival Jubilee Completes Sea Trials Before Debut in Galveston Texas
Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Carnival Jubilee, has successfully completed its first full round of sea trials. Thus, she is one step closer to her momentous debut in…
Carnival Cruise Line Opens 2025-26 Australia Cruises
Carnival Cruise Line has just announced the 2025-26 cruise season with more departures planned out of Sydney and Brisbane. Guests may now choose from a variety of new cruise choices,…
Carnival Cruise Line opens more 2025-26 west coast sailings
Carnival Cruise Line is adding more fun from the West Coast, including a new cruise to kick off Carnival Firenze’s debut in Long Beach, Calif. next spring
Carnival Jubilee Completes River Conveyance Before Sea Trials
In preparation for her December debut in Texas, the Carnival Jubilee completed a navigation of the river Ems in north-west Germany, breaking records as the first Carnival Cruise Line…
Court Holds Carnival Responsible for COVID-19 Outbreak
The court ruled that Carnival Corporation misled guests about the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic aboard a Princess Cruises ship.
An Australian federal court set history when it…
Carnival Cruise Line opens new sailings for Europe
Carnival Cruise Line announced new deployment plans today, including that Carnival Miracle will offer cruises in Europe in the summer of 2025 and that more cruises are opening for 2025-26…
New York Jets and Carnival Cruise Line announce partnership
Carnival Cruise Line and the New York Jets announced a multi-year partnership. The agreement designates Carnival as a “Proud Partner of the New York Jets.”
Carnival Legend To Sail From San Francisco In 2025
Carnival Cruise Line will deploy the 2,124-passenger Carnival Legend in 2025 to continue its seasonal offering from San Francisco, offering alternating 10-day Alaska cruises and four-day…
New President Carnival UK and P&O Cruises Named
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Ludlow will assume all commercial and operational responsibility for Carnival UK which includes P&O Cruises and Cunard globally.
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Carnival Bringing 3 Million Guests To Mexico This Year
More than three million passengers are expected to board Carnival Cruise Line ships bound for Mexican ports this year. That number is expected to rise to 3.5 million by 2024 as the…
Carnival Jubilee Celebrates The Sea And Shores With Two New Zones
Carnival Jubilee, the following new ship in the Excel class, will debut fun, unique and immersive ocean-themed experiences in two new zones: Currents and The Shores, along with guest…
Carnival Venezia Gets Signature Hull livery With A Twist
With the debut of Carnival Cruise Line’s “Fun Italian Style” offering only weeks away, Carnival Venezia is showing off her new hull livery, but with a nod to the ship’s Costa Cruises…
Mumbai International Airport offers ‘Summer Shopping Carnival’
As the warm summer breeze sweeps through the city, Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) is all set to welcome passengers with open arms and an array of…
Carnival Cruise Line Prepare For Big Alaska Season
Carnival Cruise Line is preparing to launch another three-ship deployment that will sail 49 Alaskan cruises this year following the success of its 2022 Alaska season. Carnival is adding…
Carnival posts smaller loss on strong travel demand, higher ticket pricing
Cruise operator Carnival Corp reported a smaller-than-expected quarterly loss and beat estimates for revenue, helped by strong demand for leisure travel, higher ticket prices and strong…
Carnival Sells The Seabourn Odyssey to Mitsui O.S.K. Lines
In an unexpected move, Carnival Corporation’s Seabourn Cruise Line announced the sale of its 14-year-old cruise ship, the Seabourn Odyssey, to Japan’s Mitsui O.S. K. Lines. While…
Carnival To Expand European Itineraries
The popular European itineraries offered by Carnival Cruise Line will be increased next year with the introduction of three new home ports for the Carnival Legend.
The first of the…
Fourth Carnival’s Ship To Be Based In Galveston Texas
The Carnival Miracle cruise ship, now based in Long Beach, California, will have a new home by the end of next year. Carnival Cruises has announced that it would add a fourth ship to its…
From Shrovetide carnivals to cultural highlights: Why visit Slovenia in 2023
There are many reasons why Slovenia should be on your travel wish list this year but a packed programme of festivals, traditions and live music is reason enough to visit this beautiful…
Experience the Shrovetide carnivals
There are many reasons why Slovenia should be on your travel wish list this year but a packed programme of festivals, traditions and live music is reason enough to visit this beautiful…
Carnival Unveils Its 2024-2025 Packed Australian Cruise Program
Carnival Cruise Line unveiled its 2024-2025 calendar, which includes 76 cruises sailing from Sydney from June 2024 to June 2025 and from Brisbane from September 2024 to March 2025.…
Carnival Cruise Line Unveils Details For Carnival Venezia
Carnival Cruise Line unveiled new details about what guests can expect when they board the next ship to join the fleet, Carnival Venezia. Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise…
Carnival Cruise Line Brings Back Masks For Australian Sailings
Carnival Cruise Line has reinstated mandatory mask-wearing requirements for the line’s sailings in Australia out of caution following recent cases reported onboard.
Masks will now be…
The New Carnival Celebration Cruise Ship Joins The Fleet
Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship is appropriately named Carnival Celebration in honour of the company’s 50th anniversary. She’s the cruise line’s second LNG-fuelled vessel, helping…
Carnival Cruise Lines Changes 21 Sailings For Its Largest Ship
Carnival Cruise Line has revised 21 Mardi Gras sailings, eliminating San Juan as a port of call and adding Nassau to the itinerary.
Carnival Cruise Line guests sailing on the line’s…
Carnival Luminosa arrives in Australia
Carnival Luminosa officially arrived in Queensland, Australia, marking the first ship from the fleet to be homeported in Brisbane.
Carnival Cruises Retiring “Carnival Ecstasy” After 31 Years
Carnival Ecstasy is sailing her farewell cruise this week after transporting over 5.5 million guests since 1991. After more than 2,300 trips, the ship will end its service with a…
Carnival Cruise Line partners with Kennedy Space Center
In celebration of World Space Week, Carnival Cruise Line announced that it is partnering with Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to launch a children’s space program with activities…
Carnival Celebration Completes Sea Trials With Success
Carnival celebration departed the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, where its sister ship, Mardi Gras, was also built to begin its first round of trials.
On board the Carnival…
Carnival Splendor Makes A Grand Entrance Into Sydney Harbour
Friday marked the official start of the summer cruise season for Carnival Australia’s eight brands with the arrival of the Carnival Splendor, a ship from the Carnival Cruise Line,…
Carnival Luminosa joins the Carnival Cruise
Transitioning from sister line Costa, Carnival Luminosa has officially joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet as the newest Fun Ship which will debut from Brisbane, Australia, on 6 November…
Carnival Newest Ship Luminosa Open For Bookings
Reservations for the maiden season of Carnival Cruise Line’s newest ship, Carnival Luminosa, which will launch on 6 November from Brisbane before repositioning for seasonal service from…
Carnival Luminosa to transfer to Carnival Cruise Line fleet
Costa Luminosa cruise ship will join the Carnival fleet in September and will start guest operations as Carnival Luminosa in November 2022 from Brisbane, Australia, Carnival Cruise Line…
Carnival first cruise line in US to restart entire fleet
Carnival first cruise line in US to restart entire fleet -
With the departure of Carnival Splendor from the Port of Seattle today, Carnival Cruise Line celebrates the restart of…
Carnival Cruise Line names Miss Universe Dominican Republic as godmother of new ship
Miss Dominican Republic Kimberly Jiménez was awarded the "Spirit of Carnival" award for embodying the company's values of fun, friendship, diversity and inclusion.
Carnival Cruise Line extends pause for all Australia departures till December
Carnival Cruise Line said today that in light of continuing Australian travel restrictions, it is extending its pause in departures from Australia through 2 December 2020 for Carnival Spirit…
Carnival Cruise Line announces name of its next Excel-class ship
With the help of celebrity partners past and present, Carnival Cruise Line today announced that its next Excel-class ship arriving in 2022 to coincide with its 50th birthday celebration will…
HKTB to ring in Year of the Rat with carnival
Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is going to celebrate Chinese New Year in a new way – the ‘Cathay Pacific International Chinese New Year Carnival’. Rather than simply staging the night…
Six injured when two Carnival cruise ships collide in Mexico
Six people aboard the Carnival Glory suffered minor injuries when it collided with another Carnival ship, Legend, in the port of Mexico’s Caribbean resort of Cozumel.
Carnival starts new “long-term relationship” with Japan
Carnival Corporation has begun construction of its cruise terminal development project in Japan supporting the country's growing demand for cruise vacations.
Carnival partners with renowned ocean explorer Jean-Michel Cousteau
Carnival Corporation has announced a new partnership with Jean-Michel Cousteau and Ocean Futures Society to support its commitment to the environment.
Carnival Cruise Lines goes big in Bermuda: “Nothing short of sensational”
Carnival Cruise Line will operate its largest Bermuda season ever in 2019-2020, with more than 40 voyages visiting the nation, including eight week-long cruises departing from Baltimore …
Carnival Cruise Line: “Travel agents rock!”
Carnival Cruise Line continues to promote the value of travel agents by expanding its year-long 'Why Use a Travel Advisor' (WUATA) program.
Carnival’s #ChooseFun AirShip kicks off aerial tour
Carnival Cruise Line's #ChooseFun AirShip has ventured off to the east to celebrate the start of summer and the New York debut of the totally transformed Carnival Sunrise.
Smoking can get you kicked off Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line has updated its smoking policy and violators may be disembarked from the cruise ship.
Carnival Corporation to nurture growth of the cruise industry in China
Carnival Corporation has announced that its cruise joint venture with China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) will launch this week.
Carnival Corporation unveils OceanView Mobile – first ever travel content app
Leisure travel company Carnival Corporation has launched OceanView Mobile – an industry first travel content app from a travel provider that enables users to watch the most popular U.S.…
How Carnival’s new partnership will expand tourism in Japan and create Asian cruise hub
This time last year, the Japanese government announced confirmation of their plans to improve and enhance the capabilities of six ports, in order to attract investment from cruise lines and…
Celebrate with Carnival’s 12 days of Xmas incentive
Carnival Cruise Line is launching its ’12 Days of Christmas’ booking incentive which gives agents the chance to win themed gifts such as hampers, restaurant and store vouchers, gadgets and…
Carnival Horizon Dreamscape LED Atrium Sculpture to Feature Artwork Created by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Patients
Carnival Cruise Line announced this week that the massive LED “Dreamscape” atrium sculpture on the new Carnival Horizon will feature colorful, custom-designed artwork created by patients of …
Broaden your horizon with Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line and CLIA are inviting agents to ‘Broaden Your Horizon’ next April by joining them on board Carnival Horizon for a two-night conference.
It is aimed at educating…
Carnival Corporation will deliver best wifi in cruise industry
Carnival Corporation Will Deliver Best Wi-Fi in Cruise Industry with Launch of MedallionNet
Q&A: Luke Smith, head of international sales, Carnival Cruise Line
What does your role entail and how long have you held it?
I moved in to this role in January 2017 and the main focus of my role is to work with the trade partners we have in all of…
Carnival Corporation Begins Construction of World’s First Fully LNG-Powered Cruise Ship
World's largest leisure travel company celebrates keel-laying ceremony for first of seven next-generation cruise ships to be fully powered by liquefied natural gas, world's cleanest burning…
Carnival Paradise to offer five additional cruises to Havana from Tampa in 2018
Carnival Cruise Line has added five more voyages featuring extended calls in Havana in 2018.
The new voyages include three five-day cruises to Havana and Cozumel or Key West…
Carnival Cruise Line visits over 600 travel agents
Representatives of Carnival Cruise Line’s sales team recently visited 617 UK travel agencies in two weeks in order to educate them about the product and highlight the benefits of the cruise…
Carnival Cruise Line to pay travel agents commission on future cruise credits
Carnival Cruise Line has announced it will now pay travel agents commission on Future Cruise Credits applied to new bookings starting July 10, 2017.
The new commission structure…
Carnival Corporation & Costa Group reaffirm commitment to Italy
Costa Group and its parent Carnival Corporation have this week reaffirmed their joint commitment to Italy and Europe overall, announcing they will hire approximately 4,500 Italian crew…
Carnival celebrates American craft beer week with new Guava Wheat Beer
To celebrate American Craft Beer Week, Carnival Cruise Line has created a special one-of-a-kind tropical-flavored beer served exclusively at Carnival Vista’s RedFrog Pub & Brewery, the…
Race for your place with Carnival’s booking incentive
Travel two weeks left to ‘Race for your Place’ with Carnival Cruise Line UK’s booking incentive.
The incentive offers the opportunity to win one of 25 places to Ladies Day at Royal…
Carnival announces pre-sale wi-fi packages
Carnival Cruise Line is now offering guests an opportunity to pre-purchase wifi packages on carnival.com prior to their cruise.
The pre-purchase option is currently available on two ships…
Carnival Corporation Unveils Artistic Renderings for Second Cruise Terminal at Port of Barcelona
Carnival Corporation the world's largest leisure travel company, released artist renderings of its second cruise terminal at the Port of Barcelona – which will be Europe’s newest passenger…
Carnival UK announces new president
Carnival UK has announced that Josh Weinstein will become president of Carnival UK following the planned departure of David Noyes in July.
Weinstein will be responsible for…
Carnival to order first Chinese-made cruise ships
Carnival Corporation has penned a deal for its first ever cruise ships to be built in China and designed specifically for the needs of the Chinese market.
A joint venture between the…
Carnival Cruises to begin sailing to Cuba starting in June 2017
The Carnival Corporation has announced that Cuba has granted approval for its Carnival Cruise Line brand to begin sailing to Cuba starting in June 2017.
To help meet demand from U.S.…
Carnival Splendor to operate new 14-day Alaska cruise
Two-Week-Long Adventure Includes Visits to Seven Awe-Inspiring Alaskan and Canadian Destinations, Including Breathtaking Icy Strait Point and Hubbard Glacier
Continuing the expansion of its…
Carnival Horizon’s 2018 inaugural schedule to include Bermuda
Carnival Cruise Line has announced that the new Carnival Horizon will offer a series of four-day Bermuda cruises from New York in spring and summer 2018, part of the ship's inaugural season…
The latest appointments from AccorHotels, Carnival, Amadeus and more
LOUISE DALEY has been appointed as AccorHotels' deputy chief executive officer Asia Pacific. She has been with AccorHotels for 26 years, having commenced her career in Australia before…
Carnival Legend completes first NZ cruise
The Carnival Legend cruise ship completed its inaugural New Zealand sailing last week.
The 88,500-tonne ship headed to the country on 10-day roundtrip cruise from Sydney earlier this…
Carnival announces new ships for Holland America Line and Princess Cruises
Carnival has announced that it has signed a memorandum of agreement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri S.p.A. to build two new cruise ships with final contracts expected to be executed in…
Carnival Cruise Line Names Sean Kenny Senior Vice President And Chief Information Officer
Sean Kenny, has been named senior vice president and chief information officer for Miami-based Carnival Cruise Line. Kenny begins January 15 and will report to James Heaney, chief financial…
P&O Cruises Takes Off with Norse Atlantic Airways
A landmark partnership took flight as P&O Cruises, Britain’s favourite cruise line, launched its inaugural charter flight with Norse Atlantic Airways. Departing from Manchester Airport,
Hong Kong set to dazzle travellers this winter
The Hong Kong Tourism Board announced its 2025 Hong Kong WinterFest which runs from 22nd November 2024 to 1st January 2025.
Tourism Malaysia lets travellers get creative and crafty whilst on holiday
Tourism Malaysia recently entered a collaboration with national crafts authority Kraftangan Malaysia and other agencies under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture.
Asia is all aglow for Diwali
With Diwali coming up, travellers can choose from numerous exciting escapes at some of Asia's leading hotels and resorts.
United Airlines Gears Up for Its Busiest Winter Season Ever
United Airlines is set to operate nearly 4,600 flights per day during the peak winter season, marking the largest winter schedule in the company’s history.
Marriott Bonvoy properties in the Maldives are ready for the festive season
The Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of resorts in the Maldives invites Indian travelers to celebrate Diwali and beyond in a realm of unparalleled luxury and joy.
Travel and hospitality initiatives celebrated at TDM Travel Trade Excellence Awards – Thailand 2024
The awards programme honoured top companies that elevate travel and hospitality experiences in Thailand.
Sierra Leone and UN Tourism join forces to host Women in Tourism Regional Congress
The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs of the Republic of Sierra Leone, in collaboration with UN Tourism, announces the Women in Tourism Regional Congress, a pivotal three-day event…
Hong Kong Tourism Board successfully concludes Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon 2024
The Hong Kong Tourism Board’s (HKTB) highly successful Sun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP) Hong Kong Cyclothon 2024 drew to a great conclusion on Sunday, 13th October.
Tourism Malaysia holds teaser event for its Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia 2024
Tourism Malaysia held a teaser event for its upcoming Karnival Cuti-Cuti Malaysia (KCCM) at Kompleks Kraf in Kuala Lumpur last 8th October.
Cunard Announces New Voyages for 2026-2027
Luxury cruise line Cunard has unveiled its exciting new programme of voyages, set to sail from October 2026 to April 2027. Guests will have the
AIDA Cruises begins operations at Oslo on-shore power system
AIDA Cruises and the Port of Oslo recently opened a new on-shore power system meant to supply cruise ships with shore power during their stay in port.
Abu Dhabi Calendar announces 2024-2025 Season
Steve Harvey and Ahmed Al Jasmi present the latest Abu Dhabi Calendar, celebrating events that inspire people to embrace their passions – across sports, culture, music & entertainment
Virgin Australia and Tourism & Events Queensland present limited-run fare sale
Virgin Australia and Tourism and Events Queensland are currently running a major online sale featuring over half a million fares to the sunshine state ranging from as low as $45.
AIDA Cruises unveils modernised fleet operations centre in Hamburg
AIDA Cruises officially opened its fully modernised fleet operations centre (FOC) in Hamburg, Germany on Monday, 2nd September.
Windstar Cruises appoints Jason Grant as vice-president of information technology
Windstar Cruises announced the appointment of Jason Grant as vice president of information technology.
Stuart Allison is P&O Cruises’ chief commercial officer
Carnival Corporation announced that Stuart Allison takes on the role of its chief commercial officer for P&O Cruises come October
Cruise360 Australasia casts spotlight on global experts
The Cruise Lines International Association announced that six of the leading voices of the global cruise sector will take the stage at this year’s Cruise360 Australasia.
Royal Caribbean hailed best cruise line of 2024
Recent research shows that Royal Caribbean is this year’s best cruise line, with MSC Cruises and Carnival Cruise Line respectively taking on second and third place.
Hungarian Grand Prix kickstarts a stellar summer of events in Hungary
As summer arrives, Hungary gears up for an incredible season of events, starting with the high-speed excitement of the Hungarian Grand Prix.
China’s wine production capital hosts international wine expo next month
International experts and enterprises involved in the wine industry are set to gather in China's wine-producing Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region for the Fourth China International Wine Culture…
10 Latin American Cities That Should Be on Your Bucket List
Every part of the world is different not just in terms of the topography but in terms of culture, religions, and languages too. Travelers, generally can be categorized into different…
Azamara Cruises strengthens leadership team with new executive appointments
Azamara Cruises, the small-ship cruise line and leader in Destination Immersion experiences and Extended Destination Days, announced appointments to the executive team leading the company in…
P&O Cruises to retire its brand in Australia
P&O Cruises Australia has announced its fleet will soon be sailing to its final berth, ceasing its operations in 2025 after more than 90 years on the water. The Australian travel brand…
Gardens by the Bay’s Children’s Festival returns for 10th edition
Come the June holidays, get ready to delve into the fascinating world of emotions as Gardens by the Bay’s Children’s Festival returns for its 10th edition – this time, featuring an exciting…
Air Transat launches daily services from Glasgow to Toronto for summer 2024
Air Transat is launching an expanded schedule of flights from Glasgow this summer, with up to daily non-stop services to Toronto commencing from next week (w/c 20th May).
Holland America Line Flagship Rotterdam Pilots of Renewable Fuels
The ship will use biofuel to reduce lifecycle emissions while sailing the Norwegian Heritage Fjords.
Cunard officially welcomes new ship Queen Anne with ceremony at Fincantieri Shipyard
She's the next in a fine line for Cunard, and on April 19, Queen Anne officially joined the luxury cruise line's iconic fleet during a historic handover ceremony in Italy.
Introducing beautiful Keelung in Taiwan
The Keelung City Government is set to join the Taiwan Travel Fair taking place at Marina Square in Singapore from April 19 to 21, introducing Taiwan's most picturesque coastal city—Keelung,…
China’s Cruise Market: A Voyage of Resilience and Revival
Between its rapid rise, catastrophic collapse due to the pandemic, and remarkable recovery, China's cruise market has been one of the most interesting in the world.
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises Announces 2027 World Cruise – World of Splendor
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled its 2027 World Cruise – World of Splendor, inviting curious travellers and discerning adventurers to embark on a journey
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Top 10 UK locations most obsessed with cruise holidays
The research was conducted by insurance comparison experts at InsureMy, who analysed Google search data over the last 12 months to establish which UK cities and towns are searching for…
Seven locations where selfies are completely illegal
Travel experts at StressFreeCarRental.com are warning travellers that they could get into serious trouble if they’re caught snapping a picture of themselves at these locations.
Mumbai International Airport declared ‘Best Airport over 40 million passengers’ by ACI
Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) is proud to announce that it has been adjudged as the ‘Best Airport over 40 million passengers’ in Asia Pacific region by…
European travellers confident about spending power
Europeans are confident about their travel spending power in 2024 despite the ongoing cost of living pressure across the continent, according to a new report from Accor.
Virgin Voyages Avoids the Middle East Amid Growing Conflict
Amidst heightened tensions in the Middle East, Virgin Voyages has announced a significant repositioning of the itinerary for the Resilient Lady.
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“Go See It All” with Go City’s Hong Kong pass
Wooing the Chinese market with Go City sightseeing passes, Silvana Leung, Regional Commercial Director, Greater China, APAC shares more about the business, the 'wow' Instagram post factor,…
The feel-good city break …Eurovision fever comes to Tampere
For Eurovision fans who can’t wait for the big one in Sweden in May, the pre party starts in the Finnish city of Tampere this February.
City or Shore: Plymouth is ‘The Place To Be’ in 2024
Steeped in history and culture and known for its stunning coast, myriad urban attractions and continental vibe, Britain’s Ocean City has a packed programme of events for the year ahead
Australia’s Cruise Industry Soaring to New Heights
Following record-breaking performance in 2023, the Australian cruise industry is gearing up for an even more spectacular 2024.
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“Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade” returns to Hong Kong
After Five Years on the First Day of the Year of the Dragon Majestic Floats and the strongest-ever performance line-up gather for the city-wide celebration.
SeaDream Yacht Club appoints Walter Littlejohn as Chief Sales Officer
Bringing over three decades of extensive experience in the cruise industry, including several executive and leaderships roles, Littlejohn will assume the responsibility of overseeing and…
‘Gig-tripping’ named top travel trend for music lovers in 2024
The vinyl record revival has continued to sweep the globe, with searches for ‘vinyl records’ increasing 8% since 2022, and over 230,000 music lovers having searched the term across December…
IMG World of Adventures launches the biggest Winter World Festival in Dubai this season
To mark the festive season of Christmas, New Year and beyond, IMG Worlds of Adventures created the biggest Winter World Festival in Dubai that will extend till the 15th of January 2024.
CSMIA’s 2023 Milestone – Transforming the air travel landscape
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) wraps up 2023 with a series of remarkable achievements, innovative technological upgrades, and a steadfast commitment to…
Bahrain Tourism unveils ‘Celebrate Bahrain’
The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) has announced the final list of events and activities, themed “Celebrate Bahrain” to be held in in collaboration with partners, marking…
Thailand: The tropical destination Americans want to visit the most in 2024
A recent study has named Thailand the tropical destination Americans most want to visit in 2024. The analysis undertaken by the all-inclusive review site wereviewresorts.com analyzed the…
Top 30 events Brits would love to travel abroad for
The Olympics, Mardi Gras festival and a Taylor Swift gig are among the top live events Brits want to head to next year.
Agoda uses AI to share Global Destinations to celebrate New Year’s Eve in style
As the year draws to a close, digital travel platform, Agoda, uses AI technology to unveil the ultimate list of global destinations for an unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration.
Why culture fans should visit Tampere in 2024…
Tampere looks set to become one of the coolest European city breaks and it’s easy to see why. There’s a huge choice of things to do as well as an impressive cultural programme lined up for…
Top Luxury Getaways for a Perfect Festive Season
With the holidays approaching, luxury resorts across the world gear up to offer an exciting fusion of celebrations, tailored activities, and heartfelt hospitality.
Consumers losing up to £500 on poor exchange rates due to lack of travel insight
New research has revealed one in five (20 per cent) people are wanting to travel abroad for events in the next 12 months with The Summer Olympics, Oktoberfest, Rio Carnival and Sydney New…
Vietjet to launch the Shanghai – Ho Chi Minh City direct service
Vietjet, Vietnam's largest private airline, will launch the direct route linking Shanghai and Vietnam's economic hub of Ho Chi Minh City from December 1, 2023.
Top 5 most popular cruise lines in America
Cruise holidays have become more popular in the last decade due to being a more cost-effective and convenient way of visiting multiple destinations.
ITA Airways launches new Rio de Janeiro – Rome nonstop daily flight
ITA Airways launched its nonstop service between Rio de Janeiro and Rome.
Cunard Cancels 2025/26 Australia Season
Cunard has just announced that its Queen Elizabeth will not return to Australia for the 2025/26 season. Instead, as part of new deployment plans beginning in 2026, Queen Elizabeth will…
Costa Cruises selects SITA for enhanced flight monitoring system to optimize fly & cruise connections
SITA, the IT provider to the travel industry, is assisting Costa Cruises, the Italian cruise company, mitigate costly trip disruptions.
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro, Celebrates 100 Years of Timeless Elegance and Cultural Legacy
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro, proudly celebrates its centennial anniversary with the launch of an extraordinary annual arts, gastronomy, and cultural program that…
Harnessing cultural heritage as a catalyst for economic growth
Cultural heritage can be a driving force for economic growth, community pride and identity, opening up opportunities for communities to celebrate, promote and invest in cultural diversity
Luminosa Sets Longest Ever Sailing On Her Way To Australia
The Carnival Luminosa will sail from Seattle on Thursday on Carnival Cruise Line’s longest-ever voyage.
The 30-night transpacific voyage is part of the company’s Carnival Journeys…
Sharaf Tours in the United Arab Emirates joins Red Elephant Reps Portfolio of DMC
Red Elephant Reps prides itself on engaging with partners who are experts in their destinations, are pleased to announce that they have been chosen to represent the well-established UAE…
AIDA Cruises and Hamburg confirm long-term cooperation
AIDA Cruises and the Hanseatic City of Hamburg set course for further growth in the future together.
Aqua Expeditions introduces four new sailings for 2024
Aqua Expeditions has announced the addition of four new seven-night sailings, with options for 3- and 4-night sailings, on the acclaimed Aqua Nera in February 2024. The decision comes in…
Ascott welcomes guests for “Abha Summer Festival”
The Ascott Limited (Ascott) welcomes visitors to Abha to enjoy the Abha Summer Festival, taking place until 24 September 2023.
Seabourn Takes Delivery of Second Expedition Ship
The Seabourn Pursuit expedition ship was officially delivered to Seabourn during a maritime ceremony at the T. Mariotti shipyard in Genoa, Italy, marking nearly three years of…
Traveller wanderlust increases as travel fears nosedive
Traveller fears are dwindling at the same time many are hoping to plan trips to countries currently listed by the U.S. Department of State as Level 3 - Reconsider Travel.
California: The ultimate family holiday destination
Beyond the iconic attractions of Disneyland Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood, the Golden State has something to cater to every member of the family. Theme park lovers can enjoy Trees…
Hurtigruten Expeditions Announces New CCO
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Hurtigruten Expeditions announced a new Chief CCO,, Alex Delamere-White, as part of the Hurtigruten Expeditions Executive Leadership Team.
Read more: Hurtigruten Expeditions…
Brightline becomes first train with SpaceX Starlink on board
Brightline has announced it is the first passenger rail service in the world to offer Starlink’s high-speed, low-latency broadband service. The implementation of Starlink on board its…
Cunard Celebrates Queen Anne’s Float Out In Italy
The float out of Queen Anne at the Fincantieri Marghera shipyard in Venice, Italy, marked a significant construction milestone for the world’s most famous luxury cruise line.
Queen Anne,…
Princess Cruises unveils ‘The Catch by Rudi’ new signature seafood restaurant
Princess Cruises has unveiled a new specialty seafood restaurant, The Catch by Rudi, a joint partnership with Culinary Icon Chef Rudi Sodamin, head of culinary arts for Princess.
Hop skip and jump over to Yas Marina this Easter Sunday!
Calling all little ones: the Easter Bunny has left you a little surprise at Yas Marina, as the Marina Hop returns on Easter Sunday, April 9.
‘World’s Greatest Places’, by TIME
To compile this list of the top spots to visit this year, TIME solicited nominations from its international network of correspondents and contributors, with an eye toward those offering new…
The St. Regis Venice presents new afternoon tea experience in collaboration with Ginori 1735
The St. Regis Venice introduces the new Friday afternoon experience dedicated to The Art of Tea, paired with a selection of Ginori 1735 porcelain and inspired by the colours of the light…
7 places around the world where selfies are completely illegal
Taking an innocent selfie on holiday could turn into a nightmare situation for visitors - such as having to pay a EUR3000 fine in Spain.
Some of the most popular tourist destinations…
Top seven places where selfies are completely illegal
Tourists are being warned that they could get into serious trouble after snapping a picture of themselves at these destinations where selfies are banned.
Cunard Announces Queen Anne Debut Sailings To Australia
Queen Anne will make her first voyage to Australia as part of Cunard Line’s 2024/2025 local season.
In January 2025, Queen Anne will make history by setting sail on her first-ever…
ACCOR announces new appointments across Australia, New Zealand, French Polynesia and Fiji
Anne Gill has taken up the role of Senior Vice President Commercial, Premium, Midscale and Economy, for Accor Pacific
The 10 Most Popular Cruise Lines Around The World 2023
Based on The Travel ranking of the 10 most popular cruise lines throughout the globe for 2023, this is the ranked cruise line from number 10 to number 1; let’s dig in to find out which…
Curnard’s Queen Anne Will Set Sail For Her First Season In 2024
Cunard has revealed the name of its newest ship that will ascend the throne. Queen Anne will be Cunard’s 249th ship, joining Queen Mary 2, Royal Victoria, and Queen Elizabeth in a unique…
Saba: The next bucket list destination
Answering the increasing demand for travellers in search of off-the-grid,
eco-friendly destinations is the tiny, but mighty, Dutch Caribbean island of Saba. Playing into its serene…
World’s alternative capitals to visit this year
City breaks provide travellers with a wonderful ability to immerse themselves in a new culture and soak up a country’s urban atmosphere. Whilst a country’s capital might…
Costa Serena Starts Cruising Early From South Korea and Taiwan
Costa Cruises established cooperation with Asian travel firms to restore the Costa Serena, the first Costa ship in Asia since 2020, to service. After three years, the 114,000-ton cruise…
Brazil sees surge in international tourism in 2023
The travel industry in Brazil will be booming in 2023, with a significant increase in international tourism.
Top seven wine-lovers’ locations around the world
Wine tourism is experiencing a spike in popularity, with keen travellers choosing to pair their sunshine and relaxation with a quality glass of vino.
Top six things to do in Leeds this year
2023 is also the year of culture in Leeds; a year-long celebration of culture, creativity and community that’s filled with exciting events and workshops, so it’s definitely a good time to be…
Cunard’s Wave Season Strongest In A Decade
Cunard has revealed that it had booked more guests in the first week of January than in any comparable time in the past decade.
From January to March 2023 is Cunard’s “Wave Season”…
Texas’ top rodeo experiences for 2023
Texas is world-famous for its proud cowboy culture and myriad of rodeo events, and with 2023 marking 140 years since the Lone Star State’s first rodeo in Pecos, travellers have plenty of…
Windstar Cruises appoints Joe Jiffo as Director of Field Sales
Windstar Cruises has named Joe Jiffo as the new director of field sales, where he is responsible for guiding the small ship cruise line’s North America field sales team and inside sales…
Royal Jordanian increases frequency of Amman-Aqaba flights to 17 weekly
As part of its continuous efforts to promote domestic tourism, this time to the city of Aqaba, which launched the Aqaba Carnival, Royal Jordanian has increased flight frequencies between…
Mandu Festival from 7-11 Jan in Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board announces the fourth edition of Mandu Festival with great elan and pride to be held from 7th to 11th January 2023
P&O Takes Delivery Of Next LNG-Powered Cruise Ship
Carnival Corporation took delivery of its eighth LNG-powered cruise ship, the last of which was delivered four years ago. It was also the thirteenth cruise ship to be delivered with LNG…
Top arts and cultural experiences travellers should not miss in the authentic U.S. South
From its many cultural influences, the South developed its own unique customs, dialects, arts, literature, cuisine, dance, and music.
Okinawa welcomes Japan’s earliest cherry blossom with series of events
Okinawa is gearing up for the cherry blossom season with a series of events and festivals to welcome visitors keen to witness the earliest showing of this magical display. Thanks to its…
39th Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival
Located in the heartland of Northeast Asia, Harbin enjoys superior natural conditions, a special urban history and unique ice and snow culture.
Princess Cruise Ship Skips Port Call Due to COVID-19 Cases
This most major outbreak of COVID-19 in Australia has hit the Grand Princess, a cruise ship operated by Princess Cruises. Some media sources stated that Newcastle officials turned away…
Winter Wonders: Blossom Hotel Houston invites guests to get into the swing of the season with a new stay offer
Nestled in the heart of Bayou City in close proximity to all the popular attractions, Houston’s newest luxury hotel Blossom Hotel Houston has launched its first winter special – Winter…
Czech ‘Timber Rafting’ tradition makes prestigious UNESCO Heritage List
‘Timber Rafting’, a centuries-old Czech tradition associated with building rafts and navigating them across rivers, was approved for the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List last week.
Singapore Christmas Wonderland Is Back
Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay 2022, Singapore’s grandest holiday spectacle, has returned from 2 December 2022 to 1 January 2023.
In addition to the Garden Rhapsody light…
China’s Domestic Cruise Industry Continues To Grow
China has released further information about its domestic cruise industry development plans. A new joint venture between CSSC (China State Shipbuilding Corporation) and Carnival…
6 fascinating events in Angsana Laguna Phuket to celebrate the festive season
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Angsana Laguna Phuket offers a variety of events ranging from beach parties to delicious cuisine and premium beverages to the most stunning…
World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit
WTTC Photo Story: World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit opens with its Global Leaders Dialogue
Cunard Queen Elizabeth Bound For Bali Diverted Due To Covid Outbreak
Cunard Queen Elizabeth ship headed for Bali has been redirected to Fremantle following a covid outbreak on board.
The Queen Elizabeth, a Cunard ship, departed Sydney on the 15th of…
Madhya Pradesh to hold Jal Mahotsav
Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board is organising the 7th edition of “Jal Mahotsav”, one of the biggest events of the state, from 28 November 2022 at Hanuwantiya Island in Khandwa district.
Europe’s most festive cities for a magical Christmas
Cities around the world transform into festive wonderlands during the Christmas season, and the cities in Europe are among some of the most impressive
Azamara Cruises Reveals Itineraries for 2024/25
Azamara has announced 44 new itineraries for 2024/25, covering every corner of the globe. The Azamara Quest will visit South Africa, the Azamara Journey will sail the coast of South…
Kia to send 1,000 football fans to the FIFA World Cup 2022
As the main automotive partner for the FIFA World Cup 2022, Kia has launched one of its biggest giveaways around the world to date.
Most Cruise Lines Have Dropped COVID-19 Testing
In preparation for the upcoming Christmas season, several major cruise lines have reverted to pre-pandemic practices by abandoning COVID-19-related testing protocols.
Starting this…
Central Beach Bazaar by Singapore’s Mount Faber Leisure Group
Mount Faber Leisure Group (MFLG), has introduced a brand new attraction -Central Beach Bazaar in Singapore.
Costa Cruises Realigns In Asia As China Continues Covid Restrictions
China’s zero-tolerance COVID-19 policy continues to hamper the reopening of the market for international cruise ships, even though travel restrictions related to the pandemic are being…
Hong Kong’s latest not-to-be-missed sports events
The highly anticipated “Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon” is making a return after four years! The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the “Sun Hung Kai Properties…
HKTB to hold Cyclothon on 18 Dec
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the “Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon” will be held on Sunday, 18 December 2022.
Christmas on A Great Street
Orchard Road Business Association (ORBA) has revealed its plans for the precinct’s annual light-up event – Christmas on A Great Street.
P&O Cruises Showcased Its New Pacific Adventure In Sydney
One day before her maiden commercial cruise from Australia – a three-night Sydney round trip voyage – P&O Cruises Australia gave travel agents and cruise operators in Sydney a sneak…
Norwegian Cruise Line Testing Methanol Fuel
Norwegian Cruise Line and its parent company are adopting green methanol as their prefered decarbonization strategy. While Carnival Corporation, MSC Cruises, and Royal Caribbean Group…
WTTC announces speakers for its 22nd Global Summit in Saudi Arabia next month
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) unveils its first round of confirmed speakers for its upcoming Global Summit to be hosted by Saudi Arabia, which includes leaders from some of…
Event tourism market to progress at a CAGR of 4% between 2022-2032
The global event tourism market size is expected to reach USD 2.1 Trillion in 2032, to surge at CAGR of 4% during forecast period 2022-2032. These insights are based on a report on Event…
Saudi Arabia to host WTTC Global Summit from 28 Nov-1 Dec.
The 22nd World Travel and Tourism (WTTC) Global Summit to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from 28 November to 1 December 2022.
Red Savannah launches ‘Grand Tour of Europe’ by private jet in 2023
Luxury travel specialist, Red Savannah, launches an inaugural Grand Tour of Europe by Private Jet. Commencing 12 September 2023, this exciting journey will travel to Europe’s most coveted…
WTTC hosts dialogue between private sector and the G20 Ministers
The Travel & Tourism private sector was invited to the G20 Tourism Ministers’ meeting, when the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) addressed the Group of Twenty in Bali,…
P&O Will Pilot Test Vanuatu Cruises For Safe Restart
Starting in November, P&O Cruises Australia and Vanuatu authorities will work together to restart cruising to the island paradise. During this time, two cruises will depart from…
Princess Cruises unveils next-gen Sun Princess
Princess Cruises today revealed a stunning new and bespoke ship platform that is the brand's largest ship ever that will accommodate over 4,000 guests.
Coral Princess visits Melbourne
The Coral Princess arrived at Melbourne’s Station Pier Cruise Ship Terminal early Thursday morning for her maiden visit. It is the first cruise ship to visit Melbourne in more than two…
Australia’s Cruise Surge Set To Resume This Summer
As international ships return for the first summer season since the 2020 ban, interest in cruising has skyrocketed to levels not seen before the pandemic.
September is “Cruise Month”…
Global cruise tourism market to be USD 17.4 billion by 2032
As per a report by Future Market Insights (FMI), the global cruise tourism market is likely to be appraised at USD 17.4 billion by 2032, up from USD 5.3 billion in 2022, advancing at a CAGR…
Australia ready for summer cruise renaissance
Australia’s tourism industry is preparing for a resurgent summer cruise season, with 46 ships bringing economic opportunities back to ports around the country as part of a carefully…
New Zealand Retunes Tourism Priorities
The first cruise ship to visit New Zealand since the pandemic’s start arrived on Friday, marking an awaited return to normalcy for the country’s tourism industry and resetting the…
Get set to celebrate Onam in Kerala
After two years of keeping Onam low-key owing to the pandemic, Kerala Tourism is geared up to bring alive the vibrant festivities to the streets and homes of Kerala with carnivals, arts and…
Signalling travel recovery, New Zealand welcomes first cruise ship since Covid-19
Signalling a long-sought return to normalcy for the nation’s tourism industry, New Zealand has welcomed the first cruise ship to return since the coronavirus pandemic began
Cruise360 Australasia embraces renewal and opportunities in packed line-up
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced details of its upcoming Cruise360 Australasia conference, celebrating cruising’s revival Down Under with a packed program…
Where to celebrate Pride month around the world
From San Francisco to Tokyo, discover 10 Pride festivals and events around the world worth travelling to.
Princess Cruises debuts new environmental series
Princess Cruises has announced the debut of a new digital series titled Ocean Treks Conservation Connections, featuring short stories of environmental management, wildlife conservation, and…
Global Travel & Tourism sector unites to support Ukraine
Travel & Tourism businesses around the globe have come together to support Ukraine with millions of hotel rooms for refugees escaping the conflict according to the World Travel &…
Global travel sector unites to support Ukraine
Travel businesses around the globe have come together to support Ukraine with millions of hotel rooms for refugees escaping the conflict according to the World Travel & Tourism Council…
WTTC reveals speaker list for 21st global summit in the Philippines
WTTC unveils its speakers for its upcoming Global Summit in Manila, which includes Indonesian/Dutch activist Melati Wijsen and South Korean politician Ban Ki-Moon who served as the eighth…
Aurora Expeditions to cancel Russia itineraries
Aurora Expeditions has confirmed that it will make changes to its upcoming voyages that include Russian itineraries in light of the invasion of Ukraine.
How Ukraine-Russia conflict affects travel
It has been six days since Russian President Vladimir Putin has launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine and it seems that a peaceful resolution is nowhere in sight. As days passed, the…
Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal launched
Carnival Corporation celebrated the official launch of Dubai Harbour Cruise Terminal in partnership with Shamal Holding following a strategic partnership signed in 2018 to develop the new…
Travel the world and get paid for it
Insuranks is offering one lucky American over the age of 18 years old the chance to work for them for one year, travelling the world as digital nomads, taking part in local activities and…
Kashmir witnesses highest-ever tourist footfall in 7 years
A total of 1,27,605 tourists visited Kashmir in November this year which is more than all the figures in the month in the past seven years
Christmas in Europe is under threat from COVID
Nearly two years into a global health pandemic that has killed over 5 million people, infections are moving over parts of Western Europe, a region with relatively high vaccination rates and…
WTTC announces the Philippines as next global summit host
World’s leading private and public sector tourism leaders took a united stand to safely restart international travel at the closure of the World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) Global…
This major cruise line just announced plans to restart
One of the world’s biggest cruise lines, MSC Cruises, announced on Thursday it would resume operations with more than half its fleet over the next three months, but not in Australia though!
How bad was 2020 for aviation and tourism?
A year without travel! I do not remember during my adult life having my feet on the ground for so long and having a growing urge to travel as soon as possible.
Your guide to Seychelles as it reopens on 25 March
Seychelles is perfect for an indulgent beach holiday dotted with cultural experiences and island-hopping opportunities
Cruise lines have removed Alaska from their 2021 schedules
Cruise lines have yet to officially cancel Alaska sailings for 2021, even though a cruise ship ban announced last week by Canada will make most of them unviable.
No cruises in Canada as it extends ban until Feb 2022
Canada is extending its ban on cruise ships through February 2022 because of Covid-19, effectively shutting down popular summer trips to Alaska for another year
Bidding farewell! Princess Cruises announces Pacific Princess will leave fleet
Princess Cruises has announced the sale of Pacific Princess to an undisclosed buyer to accelerate the removal of less efficient ships from its fleet
ABTA’s virtual event to tackle Brexit and travel recovery
Driven by this year’s theme, ‘Rebuilding Confidence in Travel’, the full agenda has also been released, with expert speakers tackling major topics facing the industry including Brexit; how…
Sea Sick: Is Cruising still a Happy Business?
The Cruise industry before COVID-19 generated $134 billion in travel and tourism revenue prompting CLIA to paint a rosy future. This was before COVID-19
WTTC to host unique Global Science Summit on Covid-19
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) will host a new event to examine the scientific evidence that can be used to inform practical solutions for mitigating and living with…
Lithuania brings the world to Vilnius
As international travel is still restricted because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the city of Vilnius decided to bring the world to Lithuania. Throughout the summer, the colours, aromas and…
What hotel GMs can do now to prepare for the return of Chinese travelers post COVID-19
Last week Anita shared a few post COVID-19 trends and ideas on what hotel GMs can do to get ahead of the game to welcome Chinese travelers post COVID-19. Anita decided to elaborate on her…
Penélope Cruz stars as godmother at naming ceremony for Costa Smeralda
Special celebrations were held in Savona for the naming ceremony of Costa Smeralda, Costa Cruises’ sensational new flagship, powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG).
The…
Customer loyalty and keeping up with ever-evolving customer expectations
Loyalty programmes have steadily been opening up to a wider audience, but many brands are taking steps that are simply derivatives of traditional loyalty schemes rather than…
Ruby Hotels’ first UK property opens in London
Munich-based Ruby Hotels and the pioneer of the 'lean luxury' concept has launched its first UK property, in London’s Southbank. The new 75-room hotel, Ruby Lucy, forms part of an…
Iceland hosts first International Women In Travel & Tourism Forum
Travel industry chiefs and next-generation female professionals from 18 countries headed to Iceland and pledged to accelerate gender diversity, gender balance and inclusion within the…
The future of travel in 2040: Faster, easier and ecologically sustainable
Authored by futurologist Ray Hammond, 'The World in 2040' futurology series has predicted developments and trends that will impact international travel and the traveller experience over the…
Cruise news: ‘Theme park at sea’ to debut in Barcelona and more
This week on our cruise radar, a 'theme park at sea' sets sail in Barcelona this 2020, Carnival announces new ships for four brands, CMV stands by Kangaroo Island and more.
Kids takeover at So/ Bangkok
Children’s Day is all about having fun and feasting. On 11 January 2020, Red Oven at SO/ Bangkok will transform itself into a carnival of fun for the little kiddies. Parents can expect…
Seabourn completes ‘ice model hull test’ for new expedition ship
Ultra-luxury cruise line Seabourn has marked another milestone in the construction of its new expedition ship, Seabourn Venture, with the completion of ice model testing for the ship's PC-6…
Cruise news: World’s first ultra-modern ‘clean tourist vessel’ and more
On our cruise radar this week, Brim Explorer dives deep into the pristine waters of Tromsø, CLIA announces 'new to cruise' guide, Cunard launches a craft beer trio and more.
Cruise powerhouse: Colombia sees 335% increase in ship arrivals
Over the course of 15 years, around 35 of the most prestigious cruise lines have reached Colombian coasts — and the number keeps growing.
Cruise news: Jim Henson’s “Inspired Silliness” and more
This week on our cruise radar, legendary puppeteer Jim Henson inspires Princess Cruises, Paul Gauguin announces its 2021 voyages and more.
Cruise industry commits to recovery of Grand Bahama and Abaco
The cruise industry is proving its commitment to help Abaco and Grand Bahama as the world mourns its destruction and aims to build back the destinations.
Iceland’s first lady to address women travel forum
Iceland’s first lady, Eliza Reid, has confirmed she will be sharing her experience and views on gender equality in Iceland and within the tourism sector at the first International Women…
Cruise news: Celebrity Apex, MS Roald Amundsen’s godmother and more
On TD’s cruise radar this week, Celebrity Cruises announces its latest ship, Hurtigruten reveals MS Roald Amundsen’s godmother and more.
Cruise news: Seabourn extends UNESCO partnership and more
On our cruise radar this week, Seabourn extends its official partnership with UNESCO, Galapatours announces its new ships and more.
Cruise news: World’s largest battery storage system, Kelly Clarkson and more
In this week’s cruise news: AIDA Cruises signs for the world’s largest battery storage system, NCL announces Kelly Clarkson as godmother and more.
West Midlands sees record 131 million visitors in 2018
The West Midlands attracted a record 131 million visitors last year, with sporting spectacles, small screen smash-hits and cultural carnivals all playing a part in the region’s pulling…
Ruby Hotels’ first UK property to open in London
Ruby Hotels, the Munich-based hotel brand and pioneer of the ‘lean luxury’ philosophy, will launch its first UK property in January 2020 in London’s Southbank. The new 76-room hotel,…
ASTA study finds overall healthy outlook on economy
While travel advisors and travellers still view the economy in a positive light, there are some concerns lingering about the state of the economy over the next 12 months, according to a…
Cruise news: AIDA ‘electrifies’ its fleet and more
On our cruise radar this week, we’re seeing new battery storage systems, inaugural sailings, themed cruises for experiential travellers and more.
China’s first tax-free store at cruise arrivals to open in Shanghai
China will ramp up its policy support for Shanghai, the nation's first pilot zone for cruise tourism, to attract more international partners and visitors. The eastern city's cruise port…
Ctrip bats for Sicily in China
Ctrip has announced a strategic partnership with Sicily that promises to bring a bigger share of the world’s largest outbound tourism market to the Mediterranean island.
Tourism is a…
Alliance Air offers fares lower than train tickets
Air India’s regional arm Alliance Air has announced discounted fares starting as low as INR 990 (USD 14.34) for flights across its network under a limited period sale offer.
The fares…
Oman launches Khareef offerings
With tourists flocking to Salalah, Dhofar for the Khareef season to enjoy the area’s pleasant and cool weather, the Ministry of Tourism in Oman has been closely coordinating with…
Cruise news: Green technology, Amsterdam Pride, new arrivals and more
On our cruise radar this week, we’re seeing state-of-the-art green technology, parties in Amsterdam, new itineraries in Alaska and more.
To automate or not to automate, that is the question
In an industry where personal touches matter a great deal, we are treading a fine line between innovation and over-kill.
Design concept for ‘cruise terminal in a nature park’ unveiled
Berenblum Busch Architects, a Miami-based global design firm, has unveiled its design for Carnival Corporation’s first cruise terminal in Japan.
Costa Cruise unveils first-ever LNG cruise ship
Costa Cruises, will be awaiting the arrival of Costa Smeralda in October 2019, the first Costa ship to be fuelled, both at port and while at sea by liquefied natural gas (LNG), the…
Cruise news: Steel-cutting, celebrations, shark week and more
On our cruise radar this week, we’ve got Shark Week summer sailings, first steel cuttings, holiday celebrations and more.
Cruise news: Celebrations, arctic expeditions, RIBs and more
Clear the deck! On our cruise radar this week, we're seeing celebrations at sea, voyages to East Antarctica and... RIBs?
Cruise news: The land of fire and ice, plant-based cuisine and more
On our cruise radar this week, we have expeditions to the ‘land of fire and ice’, basketball team-ups, plant-based cuisine and more.
Cruise news: Heritage at Halong, falconry and more
Boutique is the way to go as cruise lines take every effort to customise their experience with off beat attractions and onboard design. Addition of vessels in the industry and more...this…
RedDoorz to open in ten cities across East Java
Indonesian OTA RedDoorz, has announced today it regional expansion plans by unveiling the 10 new cities in East Java it will open in 2019, starting with Pasuruan and Jember.
Cruise news: Keel ceremonies, new year floats and more
We have our eyes not just on the road. But also the air and the sea. The cruise news round up is your weekly guide to the must-know in the cruise industry. Find our what's coming up in the…
Cruise news: 2019 voyages, promises to save the seas and more
We have our eyes not just on the road. But also the air and the sea. The newly launched cruise news round up is your weekly guide to the must-know in the cruise industry.
Latest travel tech: Hotelchamp’s Autopilot, B Infinite loyalty program, and more
It has been an interesting week in travel with Hotelchamp putting direct bookings on autopilot and well-known brand Best Western’s new website for hotel developers and owners.
JAL adds muscle to network in the The Last Frontier
Japan Airlines has announced it will be open sales on additional codeshare routes with Alaska Airlines.
Princess Cruises’ new ships to be largest in fleet’s history
Princess Cruises, a subsidiary of travel giant Carnival Corporation, has announced it will be supplementing its fleet with an order of two new ships from Italian shipwrights Fincantieri.
UAE’s Yas Island announces more than 40 events for 2018
Yas Island, the UAE’s premier entertainment destination and international tourist hub, has revealed its biggest events calendar to date featuring old favourites and ten new events.
Cruise industry contributes record €47B to European economy
The cruise industry once again has proven itself strong as it has made a record-breaking contribution to the European economy in 2017.
RateGain launches new features to empower airlines with competitor intelligence
RateGain Technologies, the market leader in big data solutions for Travel and Hospitality industries, announced new product updates to AirGain to empower airlines with competitor…
Iberostar reopens two hotels in Bay of Kotor UNESCO World Heritage site
Family-owned Spanish hotel company, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, has announced the reopening of two renovated hotels on the Bay of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Montenegro.
Holiday Extras management buyout pushes value up to £100 million
Holiday Extras, the UK based travel company, has announced today after long negotiations, it has finalised a management buyout deal – which pushes the company close towards a market value of…
American Airlines puts faith in Barbados’s continued popularity with new connection
The United States biggest carrier American Airlines revealed it will be taking advantage of a year unsurpassed growth to Barbados by announcing a new, third daily flight from Miami…
Taiwan Tourism Bureau promotes Penghu archipelago for ‘Year of Bay Tourism’
The Taiwan Tourism Bureau (TTB) and Penghu County Government have announced plans to promote the Penghu archipelago as part of its ‘Year of Bay Tourism’ initiative for 2018.
Acclaimed singer Elaine Paige launches Seabourn Ovation in Malta
Ultra-lux cruisers Seabourn, the Seattle based subsidiary of Carnival Corporation, held a rather glam naming ceremony for new ship the Seabourn Ovation in baroque harbour town, and current…
7 tips for building a successful mobile booking app for OTAs, airlines and hotels
Travel customer expectations have changed significantly over the last several years. As with other consumer-focused industries, near universal smartphone and tablet adoption has affected…
Cosmos appoints director of sales
Cosmos has announced the appointment of Janet Parton to director of sales.
Parton was formerly head of sales, Cosmos and Avalon Waterways. She helped communicate the escorted tour…
MTDC: Why were 2500 horses transported to Maharashtra?
Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation has organised Sarangkheda Chetak Festival 2017 from 3rd December 2017 to 2nd Jan 2018 to attract domestic and foreign tourists in Nandurbar…
Silversea appoints new managing director
Silversea Cruises has announced that Peter Shanks is joining the company in the role of managing director, UK and Ireland.
Based in the London office, he will report to CEO Roberto…
Princess Cruises to name next ship Sky Princess
Princess Cruises has announced its fourth Royal-class ship will be named Sky Princess.
Sky Princess is scheduled to launch in October 2019 on a series of Mediterranean voyages and will…
NCL appoints new marketing director
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) has announced the appointment of Karen Sequeira as Marketing & PR Director, UK & Ireland, the Middle East and Africa.
Sequeira will be responsible…
Caribbean ‘open for business’
Andy Harmer, SVP membership & director, CLIA UK & Ireland, updates Travel Daily Media on the Caribbean cruise market.
Over 146,000 British holidaymakers chose to take a…
Fitch: Strong Cruise Demand Supports Positive Industry Outlook
New York, NY – September 2017 / Newsmaker Alert / Strong occupancy and pricing for global cruise operators across most major markets will support industry fundamentals and positive sector…
Three More Cruises Cancelled, Many Itinerary Changes
The cancelled cruise count has risen to 16 voyages as Norwegian Cruise Line cancelled the Sept. 11 sailing aboard the Norwegian Sky earlier today, while Carnival Cruise Line cancelled…
A totally Tobago experience
Hayley Booth, sales team supervisor at Blue Bay Travel, was recently part of a Tobago Tourism fam trip. Here are her thoughts on her first experience of the island.
What was your…
TIPTO and its agents exceed fundraising record for Reuben’s Retreat
TIPTO has smashed its previous fundraising record for its charity partner, Reuben’s Retreat.
Over the course of the year, the organisation has raised £2,900 across 32 roadshow events.…
Brain Waves: Lufthansa’s airport payments, Watson offers museum tours, and more
Amadeus creates new payment tool for airport ancillaries
Amadeus has teamed up with Ingenico to launch 'Amadeus Airport Pay', a new wireless payment solution that accepts card…
TIPTO announces final roadshow and supershow dates for 2017
TIPTO has announced the dates and locations of its final Face 2 Face with TIPTO Roadshows and remaining SuperShow of 2017.
Agents still have the opportunity to join the following events:…
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic announces 2017 dates and menus
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic will return for its eighth year Friday, October 27, and Saturday, October 28, with exciting new dishes debuting alongside…
Brasil Junino seminar inspires London travel agents
Tour operators and travel agents from London participated in the two-day "Brasil Junino Seminar", which took place on 31 May and on 1 June at the Embassy of Brazil in London.
A group…
Well-kept secret:
With itineraries in places such as the Caribbean, Bahamas, Mexico, Bermuda, Hawaii, the Mediterranean, South America and the South Pacific, cruise ships make it easy to get to some of the…
Holland America Line to sail to Cuba
Holland America Line has this week received approval to begin sailing to Cuba from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, starting in December 2017.
The first voyage to call at Cuba will commence on…
That’s a lot of laughs!
Carnival Cruise Line will provide its guests with more laughs than ever in 2017, hosting a record 25,000 shows at its Punchliner Comedy Clubs featured across its 25 ship fleet.
Boasting…
ABTA encourages delegates to take advantage of early bird rates
Delegates for this year’s Travel Convention are encouraged to take advantage of the early booking offer, which ends on Wednesday 24 May.
Registration fees for ABTA Members and Partners…
Princess Cruises adds two “Grand Asia” voyages
Princess Cruises has added two more 14-day "Grand Asia" voyages to its 2018 itineraries, with its newest ship, Majestic Princess, sailing between Shanghai and Singapore.
The first voyage…
A first look at Port of Barcelona’s new cruise terminal
Today Carnival Corporation & plc released artist renderings of its second cruise terminal at the Port of Barcelona – which will be Europe's newest passenger cruise terminal when it…
Cruise giant heads for St. Kitts
The world’s largest cruise ship, the Harmony of the Seas, will be making its inaugural call in St. Kitts tomorrow, Wednesday 3rd May, bringing more than 6,700 passengers to the island. .…
Renovations commence at the Long Beach Cruise Terminal
Carnival Cruise Line has commenced a multimillion-dollar renovation of its Long Beach Cruise Terminal facility to accommodate larger ships and enhance terminal operations.
At a launch…
A closer look at the Peaks Performance Awards’ key parters
The Peaks Performance Awards are a brand new awards event designed to reward agents for their performance during the key peak trading months at the start of the year.
The night itself…
Cruise ships return to cyclone-hit Queensland
Carnival has pledged its support to Queensland following the devastation caused by Cyclone Debbie, as the cruise line returned to the region this week for the first time since the…
Princess Cruises unveils new luxury Chinese ship
Princess Cruises has taken delivery of the Majestic Princess, its new luxury cruise ship designed specifically for the Chinese market.
The ship was officially handed over to Princess…
Erin Johnson to join Silversea as head of marketing
Silversea has announced the appointment of Erin Johnson as Head of Marketing, UK and Ireland.
Johnson joins Silversea from Carnival Cruise Lines UK and Ireland, where she oversaw a number…
Industry leaders take centre stage at 2017 CLIA Conference
CLIA UK & Ireland will welcome some of the cruise industry’s most prominent figures to speak at its 11th annual conference, taking place in Southampton from 24th May to 26th May 2017.…
CLIA 2017 Summit at Sea to set sail from Hamburg on Queen Elizabeth
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced that its 2017 Summit at Sea – an exclusive, flagship event for cruise industry stakeholders, will be taking place from 9 -12 May…
The latest appointments from Pan Pacific, Hong Kong Airlines, CWT and more
LOTHAR NESSMANN has been appointed as Pan Pacific Hotels Group' new CEO, following the departure of Bernold Schroeder. Nessmann has almost 30 years of hospitality experience in Asia and…
Andy Harmer talks tech
The cruise industry is well known for offering guests some of the most innovative entertainment options, dining choices and enrichment of the whole travel industry. Celebrity chefs,…
AIDA Cruises extends access to sustainable shore excursions
AIDA Cruises is extending its portfolio of sustainable shore excursions. Under the motto "Act now and preserve paradise," guests can now book three new excursions in the Caribbean, including…
Multi-million pound investment in cruise infrastructure on Antigua and Barbuda announced
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority has announced further US $90 million phased investment into the cruise infrastructure on the islands as part of its ‘Cruise Masterplan’.
Antigua…
Cruise “gun” couple land in hot water
A couple were almost prevented from boarding their cruise recently, when they were found to be carrying a novelty gun-shaped key.
WTSP reports that Henry Echevarria and his wife,…
Five South American Destinations to Explore in 2017
With Brazil fresh off hosting the Summer Olympics, South America is a hot destination with so much to offer the traveler. Intrepid adventurous types can go trekking through the Amazon in…
Under-The-Radar 2017 Must-Go Festivals
While many travelers and locals enjoy national holidays and traditional festivals, it's the quirky ones that make America such an amazing and fun place to live in. These are the…
