Discover the Ultimate Beach Day at Royal Caribbean’s Royal Beach Club Paradise Island
Get ready for the ultimate beach day experience! Royal Caribbean is set to open the Royal Beach Club Paradise Island in The Bahamas in December
Royal Caribbean Unveils 2026-27 Caribbean and Northeast Lineup
Get ready, adventurers! Royal Caribbean is amping up the excitement with its newly unveiled 2026-27 lineup, offering a mix of tropical and Northeast getaways that
Set Sail for Unforgettable Adventures: Royal Caribbean’s Summer 2026 European Voyages
Royal Caribbean is amplifying the adventure in Europe for summer 2026. With over 60 incredible destinations to explore, travellers can embark on one of five
Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas heads to Singapore for its first Asia season
Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas has made its way to Singapore for its first-ever season in Asia.
Royal Caribbean unveils its Caribbean and Northeast routes for 2026/2027
Vacationers are in for more ways to make memories across Royal Caribbean’s latest combination of tropical and Northeast 2026-27 getaways
Royal Caribbean Unveils Exciting European Sailings for Summer 2026
Calling all vacationers! Royal Caribbean is turning up the adventure in Europe for summer 2026, offering travellers the chance to explore over 60 destinations with
Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas returns to Sydney Harbour
Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas is back in the iconic Sydney Harbour to mark the start of a record-breaking season for the holiday brand.
Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas Floats Closer to Debut
The next vacation in the record-setting Icon Class lineup floats into the final stages of construction ahead of its August 2025 debut.
Royal Caribbean Group sponsors first Yatsushiro Cruise Festival
Royal Caribbean Group sponsors the upcoming Yatsushiro Cruise Festival, set to take place on Saturday, 5th October, at the vibrant Kumamon Port Yatsushiro.
Introducing Royal Caribbean’s $100M-Plus, All-Out Glow-Up of Allure of the Seas
Get ready for the boldest vacations in Europe for summer 2025! Royal Caribbean International is set to debut a newly amplified Allure of the Seas
Royal Caribbean Group orders fourth Icon Class ship
Royal Caribbean Group announced the signing of a new agreement with Finnish shipbuilder Meyer Turku for a fourth Icon Class ship slated for delivery in 2027.
Royal Caribbean appoints Chad Grospe as vice-president & managing director for Asia-Pacific
Royal Caribbean International announced the appointment of Chad Grospe as its new vice-president and managing director for the Asia-Pacific.
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.
Utopia of the Seas: Royal Caribbean’s Ultimate Short Getaway Experience
Last Thursday, 11 July, Royal Caribbean International’s Utopia of the Seas entered Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida. This ultimate short getaway is set to infuse every day
Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas sets sail on 19 July
The Utopia of the Seas, Royal Caribbean's newest vessel, is set to change the game with regard to short getaways
Royal Caribbean joins two Philippine travel fairs
Royal Caribbean announced its participation as a key exhibitor at two upcoming Philippine travel events in Manila and in Mindanao.
Royal Caribbean International has appointed Gerard Nolan as VP, EMEA
Royal Caribbean International has announced that Gerard Nolan has been appointed Vice President, Europe Middle East Africa (EMEA) at Royal Caribbean International.
Utopia of the Seas Officially Joins Royal Caribbean
After an exhilarating wait of over two years, Royal Caribbean International joyfully welcomed its newest member to the fleet: Utopia of the Seas. The grand celebration
Royal Caribbean Unveils Cross-Brand Loyalty Status Match
In its aim of transforming a holiday of a lifetime into a lifetime of holidays, Royal Caribbean Group is taking another step forward in refining its guest experience and rewarding customers…
Royal Caribbean Group introduces industry-first Loyalty Status Match Program
Royal Caribbean Group announced that loyalty members from its three wholly-owned brands – Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea – will attain equivalent tier status…
Ovation of the Seas: Royal Caribbean’s 2025-26 Season Launches from Singapore
Adventures for everyone are on the horizon with 3- to 8-night cruises aboard the Ovation of the Seas from Singapore.
Testing The Waters: Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas begins tests at sea
The countdown is on for the next big thing coming to vacations, the ultimate short getaway: Royal Caribbean International’s Utopia of the Seas is almost ready for its debut.
Royal Caribbean’s Spectrum of the Seas offers added ports of call
With the expanded ports of call, Spectrum now visits coastal cities such as Ishigaki and Okinawa in Japan, Busan and Jeju in South Korea, and Danang and Nha Trang in Vietnam.
Royal Caribbean Group Reports Annual Sustainability Progress Towards Nett Zero
Together with its first Community Impact Report, the company details its progress in its net-zero ambitions and supports the communities it visits.
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Construction begins on the first Royal Caribbean Beach Club.
The New Experience on Paradise Island in The Bahamas Opens in 2025.
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Construction begins on Royal Caribbean’s first Royal Beach Club
Royal Caribbean International and The Bahamas marked the start of a new adventure as the cruise line broke ground on Royal Beach Club Paradise Island, the 17-acre beach day experience on…
Royal Caribbean Unveils New Short Cruises to the Caribbean and The Bahamas
The Lineup Includes Quantum of the Seas’ Hollywood Debut in Los Angeles and Wonder of the Seas in Miami for the First Time
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Royal Caribbean rolls out new short getaways to the tropics in 2025-26
Getting away just got easier from coast to coast. Vacationers are in for more ways to pack big adventures into short getaways with the latest lineup of Royal Caribbean International’s 3- to…
Royal Caribbean Welcomes Icon of the Seas in Miami
The Royal Caribbean New Year’s is kicking off with an iconic celebration. Yesterday, Royal Caribbean International’s much anticipated Icon of the Seas made her debut in Miami.
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Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas is Now Taking Bookings
Royal Caribbean has begun accepting bookings for its second Icon-class ship, Star of the Seas, which will offer an unparalleled cruise experience in 2025.
Royal Caribbean Unveils 2025-26 Caribbean Itineraries
Following the launch of Royal Caribbean International’s 2025-2026 Caribbean holidays, sun-seekers now have additional options for island hopping in the tropics. Seven of Royal…
Royal Caribbean Rhapsody of the Seas South America Season Starts in Two Weeks
The Royal Caribbean International ship Rhapsody of the Seas, which has delighted travellers all over the world, is returning to Latin America in two weeks! The vessel arrives in Panama…
Royal Caribbean Icon of the Seas To Debut Show-Stopping Entertainment
Royal Caribbean International presents the entertainment to take centre stage aboard the highly anticipated Icon of the Seas. The first-of-its-kind vacation will premiere in January 2024…
Royal Caribbean Unveils 2025 European Itineraries
With Royal Caribbean International’s new selection of European cruises for 2025, summers in Europe will be filled with six times as many unforgettable memories. Families and groups of…
Royal Caribbean Opens 2025 Alaska Summer Adventures
There’s a new summer anthem on the way. Royal Caribbean International said that in the summer of 2025, vacationers will have fresh opportunities to tick things off their bucket lists in…
Ovation of the Seas Returns to Sydney for Royal Caribbean’s Biggest Australian Season
The action-packed vacation adventure Royal Caribbean International’s Ovation of the Seas returned to Sydney Harbour on Friday for a sixth season Down Under. With a summer itinerary of 3-…
Royal Caribbean Announces New Icon Class Ship Name
Royal Caribbean revealed that the name of its next Icon Class ship will be Star of the Seas. While the first Icon Class ship is about 100 days away from service, Royal Caribbean is…
Royal Caribbean Unveils Exclusive Wine Partnership
Royal Caribbean International has established a relationship with Ponting Wines, co-founded by Ricky Ponting, one of Australia’s most recognised cricket players and co-founder of Ponting…
Royal Caribbean’s Utopia Of The Seas Floats For The First Time
Royal Caribbean International’s Utopia of the Seas is closer to its July 2024 debut in Port Canaveral (Orlando), Florida. The game-changing Oasis Class ship floated for the first time…
Adulting done right: Royal Caribbean reveals all-new hideaway beach at perfect day at CocoCay
Dialing up the perfect at the one-of-a-kind Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas, Royal Caribbean International reveals the first look at the private island’s first adults-only escape – …
Consumer Demand Prompts Royal Caribbean To Open New Icon Of The Seas Early
Following a record-breaking response to the new Icon of the Seas, Royal Caribbean International is opening the highly anticipated vacation’s following lineup of 7-night adventures from…
Explore Asia’s diverse destinations with Royal Caribbean’s sailings from Singapore
Set sail into a world of excitement and exploration with Royal Caribbean’s upcoming array of sailings from Singapore that visit destinations including Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, China and…
Royal Caribbean opens 2024-25 vacations from Shanghai, marking return to China
The cruise line’s highlight anticipated return to China is set for April 2024, when Spectrum sails from Shanghai to popular getaway destinations like Fukuoka, Okinawa, Nagasaki and Osaka, …
Enjoy Royal Caribbean’s Utopia of the Seas on your next US holiday
Next summer, vacationers can celebrate the weekend in the biggest way ever. Royal Caribbean International has revealed the ultimate 3-night weekend and 4-night weekday getaway, Utopia of…
‘Utopia of the Seas’ from Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean is revealing the next big thing coming to holidays -- where shorter Caribbean cruises meet revolutionary -- with the all-new Utopia of the Seas.
Royal Caribbean sets course for new 2024 adventures in China
Royal Caribbean International has set the date for its return to China in April 2024, with Asia’s largest and most innovative ship, Spectrum of the Seas, sailing from Shanghai. …
Royal Caribbean Opens 2024-25 Australia-New Zealand Cruises
Royal Caribbean has just announced that they’re opening up bookings for their 2024 -25 cruises season in Australia and New Zealand. Two of their most popular ships, Quantum of the Seas…
Royal Caribbean Unveils Unseen Venues on Icon of the Seas
Royal Caribbean has revealed some new details about the Icon of the Seas. The news is something to toast to additional bars and lounges, including more themed venues, smaller spaces, and…
Royal Caribbean’s Colossal New Cruise Ship Icon Of The Seas
Royal Caribbean Icon of the Seas, the largest cruise ship ever, is now being built at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland, with just one year left till its launch.
Exactly one year…
Royal Caribbean Announces Additional Asia Cruises
Royal Caribbean International has announced new 12-night Asia voyages aboard Spectrum of the Seas exploring Asia.
The cruises will depart from Singapore to Japan later this year, with…
Royal Caribbean’s New Sale Offers Bargain South Pacific Itineraries
Royal Caribbean offers a limited-time promotion with special pricing on Quantum of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas sailings to Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific.
Guests…
Royal Caribbean officially names the world’s newest wonder
A celebration fit for the world’s newest wonder lit up Port Canaveral, Florida, last night when Royal Caribbean International officially welcomed Wonder of the Seas into the family.…
Wonder of the Sea: Royal Caribbean welcomes new cruise ship
A celebration fit for the world’s newest wonder lit up Port Canaveral, Florida, last night when Royal Caribbean International officially welcomed Wonder of the Seas into the…
Royal Caribbean Quantum Of The Seas Arrives in Airlie Beach
On the weekend, the Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas made its maiden voyage to Airlie Beach.
The arrival of Quantum heralded the beginning of the summer season for Royal Caribbean…
Royal Caribbean names Wonder Mom as godmother of Wonder Of The Seas
Royal Caribbean International’s search for a Wonder Mom and the Godmother of Wonder of the Seas is complete. Pennsylvania resident Marie McCrea, nominated by her daughter – Allie – in…
New Royal Caribbean terminal opens in Texas
Everything’s bigger in Texas, and the biggest, boldest adventure has arrived. Royal Caribbean International’s new $125 million cruise terminal in Galveston, Texas, opened its doors and…
Royal Caribbean first in US to sail using renewable diesel fuel
Today, Royal Caribbean Group became the first major cruise line operator to sail a cruise ship from a U.S. port while using renewable diesel fuel to meet part of the ship’s fuel…
Royal Caribbean To Unveil Icon of the Seas, The World Biggest Ship
The first glimpse at the highly awaited Icon of the Seas, the Icon of Vacations, has been unveiled by Royal Caribbean International.
The first Icon Class ship, which will arrive in…
Royal Caribbean announces 2023-24 year-round holidays from Singapore to Thailand, Vietnam, Japan & more
Vacationers can set their sights on more ways to explore Asia and make lifelong holiday memories. Royal Caribbean International has released its line-up of holidays on Spectrum of…
Royal Caribbean now welcomes all guests
As COVID-19-related guidance eases around the world, Royal Caribbean International has announced new protocols to more closely align with the broader travel industry. Starting Sept. 5,…
Royal Caribbean Seeing Higher Load Factor
According to the most recent Royal Caribbean data, the international cruise sector appears to be recovering with high load factors.
Royal Caribbean’s Spectrum Of The Seas returns to Malaysia’s ports
Spectrum of the Seas is charting a course that will help boost Malaysia’s tourism sector. On the back of a successful first port call in Kuala Lumpur on 1 July and Penang on 2 July after…
Royal Caribbean unveils call backs for travel advisors
The feature is first available to trade partners booking groups but is expected to be available for U.S.- and Canada-based advisors by the end of August
Royal Caribbean sets course for international shores on Singapore cruises
Cruises to somewhere are making a long-awaited comeback in Singapore when Spectrum of the Seas begins cruising to popular destinations in Malaysia as soon as 30 June
Royal Caribbean Group partners with World Wildlife Fund
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Today, Royal Caribbean Group, announced its new commitment to the next phase of its ongoing partnership with World Wildlife Fund…
Royal Caribbean’s ‘Spectrum of the Seas’ sets sail for maiden voyage in Singapore
This commencement is part of Singapore’s resumption of safe cruise travel for international guests, with innovative solutions and rigorous protocols aimed at ensuring passenger wellbeing
Tech-less travel, city-breaks and workations: Royal Caribbean’s travel predictions for 2022
Having been restricted and unable to create holiday memories during the height of the pandemic, travellers are embracing the “ultimate big trip” this year as Royal Caribbean chalks out 2022…
Royal Caribbean to resume sailings from China in July
Royal Caribbean will be unfurling its sails in July with scheduled cruises in Asia.
Royal Caribbean reports USD 1.4-billion loss
Royal Caribbean Cruises has reported a net loss of USD 1.4 billion for the first quarter of the financial year. The figure compares to a profit of USD 250 million in the same quarter…
Royal Caribbean Cruises co-founder Arne Wilhelmsen passes away
Arne Wilhelmsen, a founder of Royal Caribbean Cruises, has died. He was 90 years old.
Royal Caribbean now allows cancellations up to 48 hours before sailing
With COVID-19 adding uncertainty to travel plans around the world, Royal Caribbean Group has announced it will give guests greater control over their holiday decisions, allowing them to…
Royal Caribbean deploys two ships for humanitarian efforts
Royal Caribbean Cruises has announced it will dedicate two ships to humanitarian efforts in Australia and California to support some of the people affected by recent crises. Richard…
Royal Caribbean signs deal with Antigua for first beach club
Royal Caribbean International and the government of Antigua and Barbuda, along with the assistance of the Consulate General of Antigua and Barbuda, have signed an agreement for the…
Royal Caribbean to accept ‘payment by excitement’
Royal Caribbean is encouraging agents to give their clients a chance to win back the cost of their holiday with ‘payment via excitement’, where one lucky family will have the chance to…
Royal Caribbean founder remembered at 87
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line has marked the passing of Edwin Stephan, founder, long-time president and vice chairman of the board, on Friday 8 November 2019.
Royal Caribbean CEO: Caribbean cruise business to grow by 50% in 2030
Royal Caribbean has predicted that its Caribbean cruise tourism business will grow by 50% in 2030, with an overall economic benefit reaching USD 6 billion.
Cruise news: Royal Caribbean’s new private island destination and more
This week on cruise news, the industry elevates as we see the debut of the first carbon-neutral cruise destination, a new sports and wellness cruise concept and more.
Inspired by the Orient: Royal Caribbean sails to China and Japan
Royal Caribbean International has announced new sailings to China and Japan, with two of its ships designed especially for excursions at the Orient.
Cruise news: Royal Caribbean’s private island and more
From Royal Caribbean’s ultimate vacation island in the Bahamas to the international cruise industry's move to more sustainable ways — here are this week’s cruise news bleeping on our radar.
Royal Caribbean will pay someone to cruise the world
Royal Caribbean is looking for a Shore Explorer or someone they can pay to travel the world and post amazing photos and stories on social media.
Silversea Cruises adds more to its fleet after joining Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean Cruises and Silversea Cruises have announced agreements to build three new ships for Silversea Cruises, the ultra-luxury and expedition cruise brand that recently joined the…
Royal Caribbean announces plans to acquire 67% stake in Silversea
Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL) has announced an agreement to acquire a stake in privately-owned Silversea Cruises to combine its long-term vision for the cruise industry.
Royal Caribbean reveals new brand campaign
Royal Caribbean has revealed its new brand campaign ‘This is How to Holiday’.
The cruise line will invest heavily in digital and VOD advertising to reach target audiences more frequently…
Royal Caribbean enhances My Club Royal
Royal Caribbean International has announced the latest enhancement to My Club Royal.
Positioned as ‘one site, one log in, one Royal super club’, travel agents will be able…
Royal Caribbean Sets Return To San Juan And St. Maarten
Cruise Line’s Ongoing Commitment to the Caribbean Sees Ten Ships Resuming Regular Calls to Destinations Royal Caribbean International today announced the cruise line's return to San Juan,…
Royal Caribbean reveals new family suites
Royal Caribbean International has announced a family and adventure travel experience onboard Symphony of the Seas for next year.
The cruise line’s newest ship will have new dining…
Royal Caribbean starts work on first “Quantum Ultra” ship
Royal Caribbean International has started construction work on its first ever Quantum Ultra ship, to be named "Spectrum of the Seas".
An official steel-cutting ceremony was held at…
Porsche Consulting Video: The Perfect Cruise featuring Royal Caribbean
STUTTGART, Germany and NEW YORK -- A seven-minute video provides a look behind the scenes of one of the world's largest cruise ships. The Anthem of the Seas is 350 meters long, 40 meters…
Royal Caribbean appoints new key account manager
Royal Caribbean International has announced the appointment of Guy Farrow as key account manager for the UK & Ireland.
Farrow joins Royal Caribbean from FMCG equipment pooling…
Royal Caribbean marks 10th anniversary in Asia
Royal Caribbean has celebrated the 10th anniversary of its operations in Asia.
A major celebration was held at Singapore's Clifford Pier on 7 July, which brought together more than 150…
Royal Caribbean Uses VR to Introduce Ships to Singapore
Written by Mark Elliott - Travel Daily MediaSingaporean travelers and travel agents will soon be able to experience what it’s like to cruise with Royal Caribbean without stepping foot on a…
Royal Caribbean uses VR to introduce ships to Singapore
Singaporean travellers and travel agents will soon be able to experience what it's like to cruise with Royal Caribbean without stepping foot on a ship.
The cruise line has harnessed…
Royal Caribbean appoints regional sales manager to Scotland
Michelle Nagy has joined the company as regional sales manager to further strengthen Royal Caribbean’s relationships with the trade in Scotland.
She will report into Sarah Weetman,…
On the deck with Royal Caribbean’s Sanjay Kumar
So Sanjay, tell us a little about your history and how you came to be hotel director on Navigator of the Seas?
Well, I started as a hotel man in India, working in numerous hotels, including…
Royal Caribbean appoints key account manager
Royal Caribbean has announced the appointment of Melanie Wood, who recently joined the UK and Ireland sales team as key account manager.
Melanie has six years’ experience working…
Royal Caribbean appoints new key account manager
Royal Caribbean has announced the appointment of Melanie Wood, who recently joined the UK and Ireland sales team as key account manager (KAM).
Melanie has six years’ experience…
Royal Caribbean announces new internship programme
Royal Caribbean has revealed details of the second year of its internship programme which gives students the chance to gain valuable, transferrable skills across key sectors of the Royal…
Early start for Singapore cruise season as Royal Caribbean adds itineraries
Royal Caribbean will kick off its Southeast Asian season a month early this year, to fit in a series of additional sailings from Singapore.
The company's Mariner of the Seas cruise…
Royal Caribbean makes inaugural visit to Cuba
Royal Caribbean made its inaugural visit to Cuba with the newly revitalized Empress of the Seas as part of a 5-night sailing from Miami this week.
Adventure-seeking vacationers were among…
New Royal Caribbean UK fly/cruise packages for 2017/18
Royal Caribbean is today launching four new Caribbean fly-cruise packages for UK holidaymakers, giving guests a choice of packages, so they can enjoy everything that family favourite…
Royal Caribbean reveals 2018 European schedules
Royal Caribbean has announced 2018 European deployment, headlined by the fleet’s newest ship Symphony of the Seas.
The cruise line also will introduce a Holyhead as a new brand new…
Royal Caribbean to revamp Penang cruise port
Penang's cruise sector has received a major boost after Royal Caribbean agreed to help upgrade the island's port.
The company will form a joint venture with Penang Port (PPSB) to…
Royal Caribbean announces new 2018-2019 Alaska itineraries
Royal Caribbean has unveiled its strongest lineup yet of Alaskan itineraries in 2018-19, where guests of all ages can experience breathtaking expeditions on the world’s best holiday for…
Royal Caribbean to boost Bahamas tourism
Royal Caribbean has announced a multi-year agreement with the island nation of The Bahamas that will help grow tourism to the destination, rapidly increase the cruise line’s employment of…
Singapore fly-cruise sector takes off with Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean has entered into a new agreement aimed at boosting Singapore's fly-cruise sector.
The cruise company has signed its second multi-million dollar marketing partnership…
Royal Caribbean partners with Durham CCC
Royal Caribbean International and Durham County Cricket Club (Durham CCC) have announced a new two-year sponsorship agreement, underlining Royal Caribbean’s commitment to the travel industry…
Royal Caribbean cancels Turkey cruise calls
Royal Caribbean has announced that it will cease stopping in Turkey for the remainder of the 2017 due to security concerns.
In a statement, Royal Caribbean said: "We have replaced our…
Royal Caribbean appoints new UK & Ireland sales director
Royal Caribbean has announced that Amanda Darrington has been appointed Sales Director UK & Ireland, following Ben Bouldin’s promotion to Associate Vice President and Managing Director…
Royal Caribbean’s Majesty of the Seas held in port due to safety issues
Travellers departing on Monday from Port Canaveral (Orlando) on-board Royal Caribbean's Majesty of the Seas, have seen their four night Bahamas cruise delayed due to safety concerns raised…
Royal Caribbean appoints new strategic account manager for Thomas Cook
Starting on 6th February 2017, Rosie joins Royal Caribbean from AB InBev where she held the position of new business key account manager, and prior to that Mars where she was a key account…
Royal Caribbean announces more sailings to Cuba
Royal Caribbean has announced more sailings to Cuba on the Empress of the Seas.
The cruise line has expanded its Caribbean itineraries sailing from Tampa, to include new 4 & 5-night…
Caribbean Princess Debuts in Port Canaveral for First-Ever Season of Cruises
Princess Cruises, affectionately known as “The Love Boat,” has just marked a significant milestone with the arrival of the Caribbean Princess in Port Canaveral. This
Agents can save their clients USD 190 on twin-centre holidays to Sandals Resorts in the Caribbean
Agents who book a twin-centre Caribbean holiday to two all-inclusive, adults-only Sandals Resorts for their clients can save them £150, when booking with Unique Caribbean Holidays Ltd.…
Travel agents can now save their clients up to £150 on all-inclusive Caribbean holidays
Travel agents who book an all-inclusive holiday to one of Sandals Resorts’ adult-only hotels between 8th – 15th February 2024 can save their clients up to £150 with Unique Caribbean Holidays…
Lesser-known Caribbean destinations: Andos, Belize and Barbuda
While the Caribbean has long attracted visitors from all over the world, the region is full of hidden gems.
Below, discover three lesser-known destinations that allow travellers to discover…
A holiday fit for a king: The royal family’s top holiday hotspots
As the coronation of King Charles III approaches, it's time to indulge in a little royal decadence for yourself. Despite being known for their love of staycations, even the royal family…
Norwegian Cruise Line unveils Winter 2024/25 and Summer 2025 cruises in Europe, the Caribbean and Alaska
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, unveiled its winter 2024/25 and summer 2025 cruises sailing to bucket-list destinations in Europe, the Caribbean, and …
Hotelbeds grow Caribbean portfolio
Hotelbeds expands Caribbean portfolio with hospitality brands Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts Palma
Sandals launches Caribbean-inspired backgrounds for ZOOM
Sandals and Beaches Resorts has released a series of Caribbean-inspired backgrounds for the video-calling platform ZOOM. For work conference call or catch up with family and friends,…
Cruise news: Vidanta sets sail, a Royal Princess arrives and more
From new expeditions and ships to the arrival of a Royal Princess and a new player in the market — here are the latest happenings from the cruise world.
Fairmont Royal Pavilion in Barbados reveals multi-million dollar transformation
The Fairmont Royal Pavilion in Barbados has put finishing touches on an exciting renovation, revealing significant enhancements designed for its guests.
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…
Irma Impacts Caribbean – Recovery Fund Setup
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The Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association has released its latest assessment of the impact of Hurricane Irma, reporting widespread disruption across the…
Palladium Hotels & Resorts rebrands The Royal Suites
Palladium Hotels & Resorts is rebranding its adults-only luxury resorts known as The Royal Suites by Palladium to TRS Hotels.
The rebrand includes a fresh look on property as well…
Quantum of the Seas Returns to Brisbane for a Third Season of Sunny Escapes
Another summer of adventures is here, and for the third consecutive season, Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas is back in Brisbane, offering the ultimate
Ovation of the Seas Returns to Sydney Harbour for a Record-Breaking Season
Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas has made a grand return to the iconic Sydney Harbour, marking the start of a record-breaking season for the holiday brand.
TUI Cruises Unveils the Latest Jewel of the Seas: Mein Schiff 7
In a grand reveal, in partnership with Royal Caribbean Cruises, TUI Cruises has announced the maiden voyage of its latest marvel, Mein Schiff 7. This
Kempinski Hotels appoints Barbara Muckermann as Group Chief Executive Officer
Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group Kempinski Hotels announces the appointment of Barbara Muckermann as Chief Executive Officer. Muckermann previously was responsible for leading Silversea…
A New Summer Anthem will Make its Way to Australia in 2025-26
Royal Caribbean’s Anthem of the Seas is Set for its Down Under Debut, joining Voyager of the Seas in November 2025.
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Icon of the Seas Christened in Miami by Football Star Lionel Messi
The world's biggest ship, Royal Caribbean Icon of the Seas, was officially christened in Miami by the most decorated football player in history, Lionel Messi.
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Silversea Officially Names Silver Nova in Fort Lauderdale
During the inaugural port call in Florida, the home of Royal Caribbean Group, esteemed guests boarded Silver Nova to celebrate the milestone celebration.
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64% of Brits feel braver to try new things on holiday
New research from Royal Caribbean International has found that 64% of Brits say they feel braver to try new things whilst on holiday.
Philippa Walker has been appointed as Silversea’s Marketing Director Asia-Pacific
Walker has joined Silversea from parent company Royal Caribbean where she was Partnerships Manager, aligning across commercial, media, tourism and PR partners to grow revenue.“
Barbara Muckermann to be Silversea’s next president and CEO
Barbara Muckermann, currently chief commercial officer at Silversea Cruises, will become the company’s next president and CEO, and will join parent company Royal Caribbean Group’s executive…
MV Rhapsody of the Seas and MV Silver Moon make calls to Dominica
The MV Rhapsody of the Seas of Royal Caribbean Cruises and the MV Silver Moon of Silver Sea Cruises, will make their inaugural calls to Dominica on December 2nd, 2022. To date, four (4)…
Singapore paves the way for strong cruise recovery in region
Southeast Asia welcomed its first cruise port call in over two years when Royal Caribbean’s (RCI) Spectrum of the Seas arrived at Malaysia’s Port Klang this morning.
Azamara Starts Summer With Mediterranean Cruises
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With Azamara Journey returning to sail today, the fleet’s four ships are all sailing the high seas Azamara, the upmarket cruise line and…
MSC set to launch giant new cruise ship
MSC Cruises is preparing to launch the massive new vessel it has on order for delivery in late 2022, MSC World Europa would be 22 decks high, four decks higher than the current size leader…
Cruise passenger ‘banned for life’ after death-defying selfie
After climbing over a balcony railing to take a swimsuit selfie, a Royal Caribbean passenger has been kicked off the ship and banned for life, when the ship eventually docked in Jamaica.
World’s largest cruise ship to sail from Shanghai in 2021
Royal Caribbean's president and CEO, Michael Bayley, has revealed at a cruise conference in Shanghai, the company's fifth Oasis Class ship, Wonder of the Seas.
Cruise news: First floating cabanas in the Bahamas and more
This week in the cruise industry, Royal Caribbean introduces the first floating cabanas in the Bahamas, Windstar announces its 2021 Alaska season and more.
Spectrum of the Seas arrives at second Asian port in Kochi
Royal Caribbean International’s newest ship Spectrum of the Seas has arrived in Asia, with her second call at Kochi port after Mumbai.
Voyager of the Seas returns to Singapore in time for the Indian holidays
Royal Caribbean International (RCI) has announced the return of Voyager of the Seas to Singapore to serve its longest-running programme yet.
Crew Connect Global X Seatrade Cruise Asia opens conversation on crewing and human resource investment
The opening discussions of Crew Connect Global, the event currently being held in tandem with Seatrade Cruise Asia in Manila, seek to delve into the different aspects of maritime crewing, as…
Traveloka’s 10.10 Travel Fest is on
Traveloka’s 10.10 Travel Fest is back to offer even bigger and more exciting discounts up to 50 percent on various travel products
ALDI Launches ALDI Holidays: Affordable Travel Packages Now Available
If you shop at ALDI, you might be in for a surprise the next time you visit. Alongside its well-known cut-price produce, frozen goods, and
Air India Flying Returns members can now earn reward points on 40+ cruise lines worldwide
Air India and Arrivia, the world’s largest stand-alone travel loyalty provider and a travel technology company, have entered into a partnership for Air India’s Flying Returns loyalty…
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.
Celebrity Cruises Announces 2025 President’s Cruise to the Norwegian Fjords
Fresh off the success of the 2024 President’s Cruise, Celebrity Cruises has announced the destination and dates for next year’s elite sailing. For the first
Cruise Plus takes agents on two-day orientation tour
Cruise Plus welcomed 40 agents and 18 suppliers to their head office in Leyland for two informative days where they learned everything they could about the cruising industry.
UK’s favourite cruise destinations: Top European countries this summer!
New research has discovered the most popular cruise destinations among Brits, with Caribbean cruises taking the top spot.
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…
Silversea Officially Names Silver Ray in Lisbon
Dr María Josefina Olascoaga, Professor of Ocean Sciences at the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science of the University of Miami and Silver Ray's Godmother, named the second…
Silversea Welcomes Silver Ray, a New Era of Ultra-Luxury Cruising
Silversea Cruises has proudly welcomed the Silver Ray, the latest addition to its Nova Class fleet, setting a new standard in ultra-luxury and expedition cruising.
Silver Nova Sets Sail in Alaska with a Culinary Twist
Silver Nova, Silversea’s pioneering new addition, brings the brand’s award-winning culinary program to The Last Frontier for the first time.
Utopia of the Seas’ First Sea Trials Before Florida Launch
The Utopia of the Seas is embarking on a crucial five-day sea trial, a significant step in its construction journey, just 10 weeks before it makes its grand entrance in Port Canaveral in…
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.
The post China’s Cruise…
Winners of the inaugural F&B@Sea Awards 2024 announced
The inaugural F&B@Sea Awards revealed this year's outstanding achievers during its debut ceremony hosted on April 11, 2024 at F&B@Sea.
Silversea’s Silver Ray Float Out Marks Major Milestone in Ship’s Construction
Silversea prepares for the June debut of Silver Ray, the second Nova-class ship – set to become the sixth addition to the brand’s fleet in just three years.
The post Silversea’s Silver Ray…
The countdown begins for “The Meetings Show Asia Pacific’s” debut
The Meetings Show Asia Pacific 2024 promises to be a game-changer for meetings and events planners in the region, with its MICE market poised to grow from USD412.18 billion in 2023 to…
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.
The post Australia’s Cruise Industry Soaring to New Heights …
Booking.com to sell cruises
Booking Holdings largest brand Booking.com states that it is launching a cruise section on its website to take advantage of the emergence of cruises as a popular option among consumers in…
Study reveals the UK’s most popular cruise lines
Cruise holidays have become more popular in the last decade due to being a more cost-effective and convenient way of visiting multiple destinations.
Cruise expert Jenni…
Celebrity Cruises Takes Delivery of Celebrity Ascend
This has been a huge week for Celebrity Cruises, as the ship of their visions, the Celebrity Ascent, was finally delivered. The ship now belongs to the cruise company and is less than…
Celebrity Cruises Reveals Name Of Next Edge Series Ship
Celebrity Cruises has announced that the fifth ship in its award-winning Edge Series will be named Celebrity Xcel, carrying on the unique experiences enjoyed on her sister ships while…
Wellington Port Expects Record Numbers of Visitors and Substantial Growth
Wellington, the busiest port in New Zealand, expects over 200,000 guests during the 2023/2024 summer cruise season due to strong economic development in 2023 and the approaching peak of…
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.
Quantum of the Seas Returns to Brisbane for a Big Australian Season
Australian families can pack their bags as the ultimate family holiday has arrived. Royal Caribbean International’s Quantum of the Seas is back in Brisbane for the summer with a line-up…
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…
Cruise Lines Change Israel Itinerary In Light Of The Conflict
As the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues, numerous cruise companies are cancelling future calls in Israel.
The Israeli ports of Ashdod and Haifa have been dropped off the…
A&K Travel announces several appointments and promotions
A&K Travel Group (AKTG), the parent company of luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent and cruise line Crystal, announced several new hires and promotions within its trade sales…
Céline Cousteau and Alfonso Vegara to discuss how to promote responsible tourism at TIS 2023
From October 18 to 20, more than 7,000 tourism professionals from around the world will gather in Seville (Spain) to learn first-hand about the latest trends in tourism innovation.
Orascom Development welcomes Stuart Leven as CEO of the Hotels Management Division
Orascom Development announces the appointment of Stuart Leven as Chief Executive Officer of Orascom Hotels Management (OHM)
Thomas Cook India & SOTC Travel launch Monsoon Getaways
With the monsoon season ushering in a cooler climate, Indians are keen to travel and this has resulted in a 15-20% increase in demand compared to last year - for monsoon travel.
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…
Silversea Float Out Ultra-Luxury Ship Silver Nova
Silversea Cruises® and the Meyer Werft shipyard celebrated the float out of the new ship Silver NovaSM on April 28, 2023, in Papenburg, Germany.
After the drydock had been filled…
Alaska Port Of Juneau Agree On Cruise Ship Limits
Following an agreement with cruise lines, the popular Alaska port of Juneau will begin limiting cruise ship visits in 2024.
The City of Juneau and major cruise lines have agreed to…
Cruise holidays surge in popularity with Brits
After the pandemic seemed to sound the death knell of the industry, cruising looks to be the holiday of choice for Brits this year as it stages an impressive comeback!
Hong Kong Reclaims Its Status as Asia’s Cruise Hub
After the pandemic, Hong Kong reopened to reclaim Asia’s leading cruise hub again. The city has now secured 160 ship calls from 16 different cruise lines.
Hong Kong is preparing to…
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.
New President and CEO at Celebrity Cruises
by: Harry Johnson |
Laura Hodges Bethge, currently executive vice president, shared services operations, will become the next brand president of Celebrity Cruises
Full article: New…
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…
Adelaide Has Welcomed The Largest Cruise Ship
Since September of last year, when South Australia’s former $145 million cruise industry returned, around 80 cruise ships have docked there, carrying with them over 150,000 passengers and…
Travel Counsellors celebrate gold status at five-star Fairmont Winsor
Travel Counsellors (TCs) celebrated sales success with a dinner at the five-star Fairmont Windsor Park Hotel on Sunday.
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…
Spectrum of the Seas boosts tourism in Thailand and Vietnam
Holidaymakers can seek adventure on Asia’s largest and most innovative ship, Spectrum of the Seas, with longer sailings, and more of Southeast Asia to explore in the coming months.…
Romantic holidays on the rise
With Valentine’s Day approaching, Thomas Cook (India) Limited and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have witnessed a 35% surge in demand for travel to celebrate the occasion of love.
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…
Thomas Cook India drives revival of MICE business
With positive corporate sentiment driving demand post pandemic, MICE travel is gaining momentum for both international and domestic destinations.
After Three Years, Hong Kong Welcomes International Cruises
Hong Kong has welcomed its first ship carrying overseas passengers since the shutdown began in 2019. The easing of pandemic restrictions and the re-opening has allowed for this restart.…
Singapore’s international visitor arrivals (IVA) reached 6.3 million in 2022
Singapore’s international visitor arrivals (IVA) reached 6.3 million in 2022 (~33 per cent of 2019 IVA), exceeding STB’s forecast of between 4 and 6 million visitors.
Norwegian Cruise Line Executive VP named new FCCA OC Chair
Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) announced that Daniel S. Farkas, Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NCLH), has been appointed…
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…
Silversea Cruises Cuts Steel For Second Nova-Class Ship, Silver Ray
Silversea Cruises formally begins construction of Silver Ray, the second ship of the Nova class, with a traditional steel cutting ceremony on November 23 at the Meyer Werft shipyard in…
Japan Has Reopened Its Ports To international Cruise Ships
Japan has announced it will again allow cruise ships to dock in its ports to boost tourism.
Following in the footsteps of Australia and New Zealand, which reopened to cruise ships a…
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…
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…
Celebrity Cruises Officially Launches Celebrity Beyond
The first voyage of Celebrity Cruises’ newest ship, Celebrity Beyond, began in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and headed towards the Caribbean.
The official naming ceremony for the ship…
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…
Ovation Of The Seas Docked In Sydney With Covid Cases
On Saturday, 29 October, one of the world’s largest cruise ships, the Royal Caribbean Ovation of the Seas, made her long-awaited return to Australian waters, docking at Sydney’s Overseas…
Positive Outlook For The Cruise Industry
As the largest cruise line in the world recovers from the devastating effects of the pandemic, its CEO is optimistic about the company’s future.
Royal Caribbean International…
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…
Do you want to cruise in style? Here Are Some Excellent Options
Today, cruises are accessible to a wide range of travellers due to a variety of pricing offers made by cruise operators for those who book early, late, or during the low season. And the…
Voyages with Silver Endeavour from Silversea Cruises
Silversea Cruises has revealed a new collection of 25 voyages for its highly anticipated expedition vessel, Silver Endeavour.
Cruise passenger dies in shark attack while snorkeling
A US cruise ship passenger was killed by a shark while snorkeling near the Bahamas.
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…
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…
LoveCruise! CLIA reveals theme for Southampton showcase
CLIA UK & Ireland has announced the theme of its 2022 conference in Southampton will be #LoveCruise
Space X Rocket Launch Postponed Seconds Before Lift-off
On Sunday, SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket was ready to lift off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, but a ‘hold’ order prompted the launch to be aborted only 34 seconds before liftoff.
ABTA unveils latest list of confirmed speakers for this year’s travel convention
ABTA has unveiled the latest line-up of expert speakers for this year’s Travel Convention, who will be offering valuable insight into how they’ve responded to the challenges posed by the…
Millennials and Gen-Z are investing in travel companies
A new study by leading financial source DailyFX has analyzed the stock market in the US to find out which companies young investors are backing. The Gamestop fiasco last year has led to…
UK Domestic cruise problems
Seaborne holiday trips may operate beyond UK waters, but are restricted to English, Welsh and Northern Ireland port calls and carrying residents from the UK and the Common Travel Area…
What are cruise lines doing to stay afloat during the pandemic
In recent days, cruise lines also have announced plans for comeback sailings from such unorthodox cruise hubs as Nassau, Bahamas, and Haifa, Israel.
Fancy a voyage on the biggest cruise ship? You can now book it!
This will be a big event for cruise fans! The first voyages of the biggest cruise ship ever built are now available for booking.
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!
Israel gears up to welcome back tourists with major updates following the pandemic
With the borders closed to international travel as a result of the pandemic, Israel has spent the last year improving its infrastructure, ready to welcome back tourists in the best way…
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.
Steering cruise recovery: Singapore to host cruises to nowhere from November
Singapore is now launching cruises to nowhere from November as the travel hub tries to kickstart a tourism industry battered by the coronavirus pandemic
After MICE, Singapore works on safe and gradual resumption of cruising
Cruise lines homeported in Singapore will be able to unfurl their sails starting November as the country works toward the safe resumption of the sector.
Setting sail: Small-ship expedition cruising recovery on track
Conrad Combrink talks about how small-ship expedition cruising is showing impressive recovery and roadmap ahead for Silversea Cruises
Agent alert: Sandals and Beaches Resorts announce virtual fams
Sandals and Beaches Resorts is hosting a week-long series of virtual fam trips in Antigua, Barbados, Grenada, Jamaica, St Lucia, the Bahamas, and Turks & Caicos, as part of the…
Look who’s speaking at WTTC’s 20th Global Summit
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) unveiled the first exciting news regarding its 20th Global Summit this year, in Cancun, Quintana Roo. The summit will feature the…
The Holipay Generation: 50% Brits foot the bill to take adult offspring on holiday
Almost half (44%) of parents ‘always pick up the bill’, with GBP 740 (USD 966.77) being the average amount forked out for each ‘kidult’, according to a new study by Royal Caribbean…
India remains strong source market for Singapore
With more than one million Indian tourists into Singapore for the fifth consecutive year, India continues to be one of the key source markets for its tourism sector. The Singapore…
“No signs of life” left in New Zealand’s White Island volcano eruption
Police have claimed that there had been "no signs of life" left on White Island volcano eruption during several lengthy aerial survey flights.
Cruise news: Blue World Voyages gets ready to set sail and more
On our cruise radar this week, Blue World Voyages announces sailing in 2021, Nordic ports unite to work on environmental challenges, World Dream presents Alice's Christmas Wonderland and…
Jewel Changi Airport celebrates six months of operations
Jewel Changi Airport has completed six months of operations with an official opening by Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on 18 October. The airport continues to welcome as many…
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.
CruiseCompete: Consumer trends in cruise ship travel
Online cruise marketplace CruiseCompete has released its CruiseTrends report for the month of September 2019, detailing consumer behaviour for cruise ship travel.
Kudos! Andrew Wood conferred tourism award
Andrew Wood, president of SKAL International in Bangkok was conferred the coveted MEMBRE D’HONNEUR - Skal’s highest award at the ongoing 80th Annual Skål International World Congress in…
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.
Sustainability in rural accommodation wins accolade
Anurak Community Lodge in southern Thailand has won the global 2019 SKAL Sustainable Tourism Award in the rural accommodation category. The award was presented during the opening…
India as a cruise source market has grown by double digits
In 2018, India was Singapore’s top overseas source market for the cruise traveller segment. 160,000 Indian cruise holidaymakers (a 27 % increase over 2017) travelled out of Singapore’s…
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…
Cruise news: Mega-yacht sailings, new captains and more
On our cruise radar this week, we're seeing a new all-suite mega-yacht setting sail for the Galapagos, two new appointments, new seasons for 2021 and more.
Cruise news: 30th anniversary discounts, Bvlgari at sea and more
On our cruise radar this week, we have 30th anniversary celebrations, big discounts, the largest Bvlgari boutique at sea in Asia and more.
Cruise news: Tahiti holidays, voyages on The Gauguin and more
On our cruise radar this week, we’re seeing Saga Travel’s second ship for the British market, new cruises to Europe, holidays in Tahiti and more.
Supercruises launches first ‘online-only’ cruise booking platform
Researching and booking cruises online just became easier with Supercruises, the UK's first 'online-only' booking engine.
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…
Cruise news: Job of the year, AI cruise assistant and more
From sustainability to technology, the Cruise world is leaving no stone unturned to keep up in the competitive world of travel and tourism. This week we have the most coveted cruise job of…
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.
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.
Discover our World TA sales seminar returns to Bangkok
Calling all agents, Discover the World, Thailand has announced the second edition of its agent orientated master class -- Discover Our World Product Seminars -- to be held at the Hua Chang…
It is business as usual for Hawaii tourism amid volcanic eruption
Photos and videos of spewing lava from the Kilauea volcano filled the news about Hawaii, but officials claimed that it is still safe to visit the state as the danger zones are isolated to…
World’s largest cruise ship with over-the-top features sets sail from Barcelona
Symphony of the Seas is the largest – and most audacious – cruise ship in the world and it just sailed from Barcelona on its inaugural voyage in the Mediterranean.
More than 600 UK and Ireland agents headed to the 5,518-berth Symphony of the Seas
Royal Caribbean launched their newest ship - and the largest cruise ship in the world - the Symphony of the Seas in Saint-Nazaire, France, last week. The cruise line has a trade-specific…
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…
Future of Travel summit fires up travel tech startup race
Miami brings the heat into the US travel tech scene as LAB Miami Ventures announces its shortlist of startups for its first annual Future of Travel summit.
Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show offers free entry for travel trade
The UK’s Destinations: The Holiday and Travel Show celebrates its 25th year in London next year and is free to attend for travel professionals.
The show will take place at two locations…
Discover the World puts TAs on the path to profit
Discover the World (Thailand) Ltd., recently conducted a very successful day long Sales Seminar in co-operation with the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel in Bangkok.
Over 100 industry guests…
Young families drive cruise industry growth
Royal Caribbean International has revealed research demonstrating its impact on industry growth by attracting a younger generation of new-to-cruise families.
While the average age of…
Traveltek Group launches in Southeast Asia
Traveltek Group Ltd has made its debut in Southe ast Asia, introducing a potentially game-changing booking solutions to the region’s tech-hungry travel industry.
Discover the World, discovers Thailand
Discover the World (Thailand) have commenced trading from new premises in the Vorawat Building at 849 Silom Road.
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…
Mariner Of The Seas’ Last Asian Cruise
Mariner of the Seas,Royal Caribbean International’s biggest cruise ship in Asia, returned to Singapore this weekend before embarking on her longest and final season.
Operating out of Asia…
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…
Dover Expanding Winter Cruise Season
“We actively encourage winter calls and overnight stays and work hard with Visit Kent and Dover Tourism organizations to off unique local experiences,” said Barbara Buczek, director of port…
ABTA announces board changes following annual general meeting
Following its Annual General Meeting held on June 28, ABTA announced changes to its board of directors for the year beginning July 1, 2017.
Two new appointments have been made to the…
Japan Cruise Lines commits to the Philippines
Japan Cruise Lines (JCL) has given a boost to the Philippines by agreement to include the country as a regular port-of-call in 2018.
On the sidelines of the 2017 Philippine Business…
Celebrity Cruises “Has the Edge” With Its Newest Ship
Celebrity Cruises announces: The next generation of cruise ships moved from concept to construction today, as the first piece of steel was cut at the STX France shipyard for their newest…
CLIA Conference 2017: Selling Dreams
The opening address at the CLIA Conference 2017 came from chair of CLIA UK & Ireland and VP of Royal Caribbean, Stuart Leven.
After welcoming the delegates, Leven took some time…
CLIA Conference 2017: Selling Dreams
The opening address at the CLIA Conference 2017 came from chair of CLIA UK & Ireland and VP of Royal Caribbean, Stuart Leven.
After welcoming the delegates, Leven took some time…
海洋水手号将提前来到新加坡
皇家加勒比邮轮（Royal Caribbean）将于今年提早一个月开启东南亚邮轮航季，为了配合新增从新加坡出发航线的计划。
海洋水手号（Mariner of the Seas）将在今年9月新增10趟新加坡出发的航程。
这艘可以容纳3，807位旅客的邮轮，将于2017年至2018年航季的9月10日返回新加坡，比原定的10月提早了一个月的时间。9月航行的售票本周就已开始。…
UK entertainers confirmed as guest speakers at CLIA Conference
CLIA UK & Ireland will welcome, Jonathan Wilkes and Nick Weir, to speak at this year’s annual conference taking place in Southampton from 24 to 26 May 2017.
This year’s…
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. .…
Celebrity Cruises announces partnership with the Malala Fund
Celebrity Cruises has announced a two-year partnership with Malala Fund whose mission is that every girl can complete 12 years of safe, quality education.
Inspired by Malala’s…
RCCL new Quantum class ship to sail from Asia-Pacific
Royal Caribbean International has unveiled future plans for the first Quantum Ultra-class ship to be based in the Asia-Pacific region. Set to be launched in spring 2019, the yet-to-be-named…
Andy Harmer prepares for the 11th annual CLIA conference
At the end of May, we will be once again bringing the cruise industry together for the 11th annual CLIA Conference – the biggest travel agent Conference in the UK and an incredible…
On the Quayside with Colin C. James
Can you tell us a little about your career to date and what you enjoy about your current role?
In 2009, having spent over 20 years of my career in telecommunications, I made a transition…
Bangkok welcomes largest cruise ship
The largest cruise ship currently sailing in Asian waters, Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas, has made its maiden call in Bangkok.
The 347-metre-long, 2,090-cabin vessel docked in…
Oasis of the Seas: Even From the Dockside, It Dwarfs All Other Ships
Oasis of the Seas creates an amazing spectacle, even from the dockside, it dwarfs all other ships.The gargantuan effect continues as you board – the ship’s Royal Promenade gives the…
Celebrity Cruises takes passengers on Magic Carpet ride
Celebrity Cruises has unveiled the latest innovation in cruise ship design; a large room that can move up and down the side of the ship.
Called the "Magic Carpet", the semi-open air…
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.…
Phuket gets double cruise boost
Phuket's cruise sector received a major boost on Wednesday (8 March 2017), when two large Royal Caribbean ships called at the Thai resort island.
The Mariner of the Seas, which docked in…
Fourth Oasis ship to be named Symphony of the Seas
Royal Caribbean has today announced that its fourth Oasis class ship will be call Symphony of the Seas.
The 26th ship in the Royal Caribbean fleet, Symphony of the Seas will be delivered…
Experience the Allure of the Seas
Experience the Allure of the Seas
Written by:Linda Jack
Posted On:11th November, 2016 12:10 pm
Cruise News explores the Caribbean on-board the 225,000 ton mega ship Allure of…
The winning names in cruising revealed at the Wave Awards
The prestigious Wave Awards returned last night to celebrate the destinations, operators and attractions that
continue to make cruising one of the fastest growing and most popular…
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…
Japan targets cruise tourism with port upgrades
The Japanese government has confirmed plans to upgrade the facilities at six of its ports, in an effort to take advantage of the Asian cruise boom.
The Japan Times reported the…
ON THE BRIDGE WITH: Captain Mal Bardsnes, Master of the Navigator of the Seas
Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career highlights to date? I started my career in the fishing industry, on the coast of British Columbia. I joined Royal Caribbean in 1997 and…
Celebrity Cruises partners with top designer for new Celebrity Edge ships
Celebrity Cruises has announced an exclusive partnership with design icon Nate Berkus, naming him Design Ambassador for the brand's newest class of ships – Edge Class.
As Design…
Asian cruise destinations join forces to drive growth
Five Asian cruise destinations have teamed up to jointly promote and fund the growth of the industry.
The newly-formed Asia Cruise Cooperation (ACC) includes tourism authorities in…
Bermuda bracing for Hurricane Gonzalo
Bermuda is bracing for Hurricane Gonzalo to hit later this week with winds that could go higher than 120mph.
If it stays on course flights to and from the island will be impacted from…
Seabourn Unveils Exciting 2026 Itineraries for Ultra-Luxury Voyages
Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, has announced an exciting program of immersive 2026 itineraries available on its ultra-luxury ocean fleet. The
Princess Cruises Celebrates Major Milestone with Star Princess Float Out Ceremony
Princess Cruises, renowned for delivering dream vacations to millions each year, celebrated a significant milestone today with the float-out ceremony of its second Sphere-Class vessel, Star
Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Philadelphia as New Homeport With Its 2026 Spring/Summer Season
Norwegian will be the first cruise line to commence cruising in Philadelphia, with voyages to Bermuda, Canada, and New England beginning on 16 April 2026.
Norwegian Cruise Line adds PhilaPort to homeports for Spring/Summer 2026-2027
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) just announced its 2026 spring/summer itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda, Alaska, and Canada and New England.
Ambassador Cruise Line launches 2025/26 season with a range of inspiring itineraries
Ambassador Cruise Line has launched its 2025/26 season, which will see the premium value, no-fly cruise line offer guests the ‘warmest welcome at sea’ as both Ambience and Ambition set sail…
Rental Escapes unveils five new Luxury Villa Collections
Rental Escapes, a full-service luxury villa company specializing in providing unparalleled private villa rentals worldwide, is proud to introduce five new distinctive villa collections…
Island hopping across the Cayman Islands
Kuoni and other luxury tour operators have reported significant demand for multi-destination itineraries, more complex travel arrangements and longer stays as travellers become more Carbon…
Princess Cruises Unveils the Largest Americas Season Ever for 2025-26
The Love boat’s two newest ships will sail from Fort Lauderdale offering eastern and western Caribbean itineraries.
MSC Cruises Opens Bookings for 119-Day World Voyage
MSC Cruises' 2026 World Cruise is now open for sale! Set sail on an incredible adventure around the world, seeing 47 locations in 32 countries over 119 days.
World Travel Awards 2023 Arabian Aviation Highlights Big Wins
The prestigious travel award ceremony recognised the world’s top travel brands and held its annual prize-giving Grand Final Gala Ceremony at the Burj Al Arab in Dubai.
Regent Takes Delivery of the Highly Anticipated Seven Seas Grandeur
Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the world’s leading luxury cruise line, has taken delivery of the sixth ship in The World’s Most Luxurious Fleet, Seven Seas Grandeur – A Heritage of…
Regent takes delivery of the highly anticipated Seven Seas Grandeur
Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the world’s leading luxury cruise line, has taken delivery of Seven Seas Grandeur - A Heritage of Perfection and the sixth ship to join The World’s Most Luxurious…
Disney Treasure to Unlock New Disney Stories
Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Treasure, will bring Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar, and Disney Parks stories to life like never before with new locations and…
Iconic Maroma, a Belmond Hotel, Riviera Maya reborn with 72 keys
On 3 August 2023, the Riviera Maya’s most storied hideaway Maroma, A Belmond Hotel has made its much-anticipated return.
Why Bermuda is the ultimate destination to escape the current European heatwave
As scorching temperatures persist across much of Europe, travelling a little further afield may be just the ticket for those looking for a breezy, warm yet comfortable climate on their…
Tripadvisor reveals top-rated hotels in 2023 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards
Tripadvisor announced the winners of its 2023 Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best Hotel Awards. In its 21st edition, the awards align with the kick off of the summer travel season, providing…
Global Hotel Alliance starts 2023 in growth mode
UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotels brands, has kick-started 2023 with accelerated growth, with 16 new hotels joining its portfolio…
Bartlett Calls on Tourism Stakeholders to Protect Blue Economy
by: Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor |
A call was made today by Minister Bartlett as he presented “Resilience for Blue Economy” during Caribbean Maritime University Lecture Series.
Full article:…
Sandals Resorts and Beaches Names New Unique Vacations CMO
by: Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor |
Tony Cortizas has been announced as Chief Marketing Officer for Unique Vacations, a representative company for Sandals.
Full article: Sandals Resorts and…
Investing in young people is the future of tourism
by: Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
Sandals Executive Chairman Adam Stewart speaks on important topic at the Global Tourism…
What’s new in Antigua And Barbuda for 2023
Antigua and Barbuda continue to record a positive recovery in visitor arrivals, optimism lies ahead for 2023 with continuous growth in visits to the destination.
For those planning…
Unforgettable family travel experiences with Four Seasons
Whether looking to relax on a beach, taking on a snowy adventure, or crossing off an exotic bucket-list destination, explore the world in new ways together as a family with Four Seasons.
Cruising on Alaskan Cruises from Canada on Princess Cruises now made easier
Princess Cruises applauds the US Centers of Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) decision to lift the COVID-19 testing requirement for entering the U.S. beginning June 12
The top cruise lines for romance
Some cruise lines specialise in the sort of cruises that take romance at sea to a higher level.
Hot hotel openings: Curio Collection by Hilton debuts in St Kitts and more
In this week's roundup of hot hotel openings, Curio Collection by Hilton debuts in St Kitts and Nevis, Rosewood unveils a transformation in the British Virgin Islands, Marriott opens in the…
Thailand Yacht Show 2020 returns to Phuket
The fifth edition of the Thailand Yacht Show is set to take place at Royal Phuket Marina from 9- 12 January 2020 during the island’s peak visitor season. Targeting yachting afficionados…
9 luxury villas you should book in 2020
Luxury villas are filled with top notch amenities and facilities such round-the-clock concierge service and tailored experiences.
Princess Cruises: Sky Princess completes trials
Princess Cruises has revealed that preparation for the launch of its newest ship, Sky Princess is proceeding at knot speed, with the announcement that the vessel has completed its sea…
Hot hotel openings: Levitating beds, secret doors and more
In this week’s round-up of hot hotel openings, we’re seeing magic tricks from The Prestige in Penang, the debut of the ‘Kahala’ outside of Hawaii and more.
Marriott’s Airbnb-like service gets a rebrand
Hospitality giant Marriott International is jumping the bandwagon as it launches its own homesharing platform similar to Airbnb and HomeAway – Homes & Villas by Marriott International.
Hot hotel openings: JW Marriott’s USD 320m transformation and more
From a waterfront retreat in the Hamptons to a city hotel inspired by Thomas Edison in Hong Kong — here are this week's hot hotel openings from around the world.
JW Marriott Marco Island…
Cruise news: Naming ceremony, WiFi on board and more
The cruise world is leaving no stone unturned in attracting travellers. With new launches each day and added features like WiFi on board. Check out latest happenings from the cruise world.
Cruise news: Largest monopoly, solar catamarans and more
From half a million dollar investment upgrades to the largest monopoly in the world at sea the cruise world has been quite dynamic this week. Read up and catch up on all the action.
Unexpected Bath takes aim at millennials
Bath in Somerset is one of the shining jewels of UK tourism. It has everything a tourist to our green and pleasant land could want from a British location. Indeed, the mysterious nature of…
Thinking twice: ALG and NH Hotel Group partner again to enter Spain
Apple Leisure Group (ALG) and NH Hotel Group (NH) announced a strategic alliance to bring AMResorts’ luxury resort brands to Europe, starting with Spain.
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…
Princess Cruises unveils new Stephen Schwartz production
Princess Cruises has revealed details of the third production show it has created in partnership with Oscar-winning composer, Stephen Schwartz.
‘The Secret Silk’ tells the story of a…
Brain Waves: the travel industry’s latest innovations
Shanghai airports offer check-in by QR code
Domestic passengers in Shanghai who only have carry-on luggage can now check in for their flight using a QR code on their mobile phone.…
Princess Cruises expands its Ocean Medallion class ships
Princess Cruises has announced that three more of its ships - Crown Princess, Golden Princess and Ruby Princess - will join the Ocean Medallion Class fleet.
Both Crown Princess and…
Reserva Conchal Beach Resort, Golf & Spa to Host Final Round of Guanacaste Classic
Three-Round Tournament Pits Golfers Battling Finest Courses in Costa Rica(PLAYA CONCHAL, Costa Rica) – Reserva Conchal Beach Resort, Golf & Spa – the luxury resort on Costa Rica’s scenic…
Three new series of ITV documentary ‘The Cruise’ to be filmed this year
Three new series of the ITV documentary ‘The Cruise’, which will be set onboard two Princess Cruises ships, is to be filmed over the next few months. The new series will air prime time on…
Funway adds to wedding and honeymoon portfolio
Funway has added to its wedding and honeymoon portfolio with the addition of four brand new properties in the Caribbean and Mexico.
The properties are:
Unico 20 87 in Riviera Maya,…
Agents win big at inaugural The Peaks Performance Awards
The inaugural Peaks Performance awards took place last night at the Cafe de Paris with Mybookingrewards.com rewarding the top selling agents in Peaks.
Travel Daily Media UK was proud to…
Princess Cruises to add ‘Ocean Medallion’ to 2 more ships
As a new era of cruise personalisation and game-changing guest service nears, Princess Cruises, will soon prepare two more vessels with the world's first interactive guest experience…
Princess Cruises offers $600 onboard incentive
Princess Cruises is offering holidaymakers up to $600 onboard spending money per stateroom on Caribbean and Panama Canal sailings.
The offer runs from March 1 until April 30. It…
Fourth ship to join Princess onboard tech programme
Princess Cruises announced today that Island Princess will be the fourth cruise ship to feature the Ocean Medallion, debuting May 16, 2018 for the Alaska season.
The wearable device…
