Cruise

Aito spells out concerns over new EU border rules and backs calls for discretion

Aito members have voiced their concerns to the FCDO about the upcoming European Entry-Exit System introduction, saying discretion must be used at peak times to avoid long delays

Tui to operate second Nile ship next winter following ‘strong demand’ for first

Tui will place a second, refurbished, river cruiser on the Nile during the 2025/26 winter season following the success of its first vessel

New travel-led cancer support charity smashes initial fundraising target three times over

Following her breast cancer diagnosis in 2019, Clare Sacco set up Embers charity after identifying ‘a gap’ in support for young adults with the same prognosis

New BDMs, Fred Olsen Travel, Virgin Voyages: all the latest travel trade people moves

Virgin Voyages has bid vice-president international sales Shane Lewis-Riley farewell, while Premier Travel has promoted one of its own to a director role. Elsewhere, agents can look out for three new BDMs on the road

What makes the cruise industry's bond with Alaska so strong?

After the world’s cruise lines once again came together in support of the Alaskan port city of Juneau following severe flooding, TTG’s Harry Kemble explores the enduring relationship between this unique destination and the cruise sector

Virgin Voyages international sales chief Shane Lewis-Riley to leave line

The international sales vice-president plans to ’pursue new opportunities’ and ’challenges’ after six years with the adults-only line

Celebrity Cruises claims first with pre-registration for 2026 voyages

Celebrity Cruises claims an industry first initiative with the opening of a pre-register of interest for selected 2026 departures for agents and their clients

ECN welcomes three new members ahead of inaugural conference

Addition of Antarpply Expeditions, Golden Galapagos and Secret Atlas grows Expedition Cruise Network’s membership to 26

Riviera trade chief pins sales spike on agent meetings tackling 'the good, bad and ugly'

Head of trade and partnerships Vicky Billing, who joined the company nearly a year ago, believes the escorted touring and river cruise specialist’s sharper trade focus is paying off

‘Cruise is having its moment’ says Clia UK boss as members hit 10,000

Speaking ahead of Clia Cruise Week, UK and Ireland managing director Andy Hamer hailed the industry’s post-Covid resurgence

British Airways to boost Miami as part of major summer 2025 expansion in the US

British Airways will double frequency to Miami next summer, part of an expansion programme that sees it flying more services to North America and Mexico than ever before

Aqua Expeditions to launch new ship ahead of Africa entry

The luxury cruise line will welcome a new ship to its fleet as part of its expansion into Africa.

UK reveals start dates for Electronic Travel Authorisation regime

The Home Office has confirmed the start dates for its Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme for visitors to the UK who do not need visas

Pandaw to launch new ship to meet 'rising' demand for cruises in India

Kochi Pandaw will be the Asian river specialist’s fourth vessel in India and will operate on the Kerala Backwaters

PJ parties to bungee classes: discover Virgin Voyages' entertainment and activities

From epic all-ship parties and live music to ground-breaking shows, Virgin Voyages is shaking up what you can expect from entertainment at sea

Fred Olsen Cruise Lines chooses Tui's Musement to power attractions offering

The line’s guests can now purchase tickets for thousands of attractions and activities thanks to the deal

Helicopters, elite guides and small ships: how Quark Expeditions offers a new perspective on Antarctica

Pitching to more adventurous clients? Quark Expeditions can help you send your clients on a high-flying adventure of a lifetime

Wellness cruise start-up inks deal to buy ship from 'major' firm

Slated to launch in 2026, the ship will feature a mix of private residencies and passenger suites as well sports and wellness amenities

Amadeus River Cruises to launch ship 'for all seasons' and water levels

The 164-passenger Amadeus Amara vessel will have a 1.3 metre-draft, which will lower fuel consumption and allow it to operate when water levels fluctuate

Explora Journeys names Aman chief Anna Nash as new president

Aman’s former chief commercial officer joins the ultra-luxury cruise line this week

Cruise365 to diversify following £40,000 refurb as chief hints at more shops

The Crook-based cruise specialist agency planned to become an appointments-led business before Covid, but the pandemic forced boss Anthony Blackmore to push the idea back

Greece ponders €20 levy on cruise guests visiting sought-after destinations

Prime minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has announced visitors to the likes of Santorini and Mykonos could be subjected to a €20 levy

Fears of massive discounting recede as package prices 'hold'

High prices appear to have put some agents’ clients off last-minute getaways this summer, while others have been prepared to pay the premium for some sun following the Euros, the general election and amid the coolest summer for nearly a decade

President's Cruises demystified: what's the hype all about?

With Celebrity Cruises heading to the fjords with a President’s Cruise for the first time, the line says it’s the ideal one-off voyage to promote to enthusiastic sailors