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Hurtigruten to pay remote Norwegian villages up to £9,000 per visit in ‘meaningful tourism’ push
The cruise line will directly contribute 250 Norwegian kroner (around £18) per guest to three Norwegian villages each time it visits
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Barcelona to cut number of cruise terminals in bid to limit passenger growth
Med’s most popular port reveals major revamp to improve sustainability and combat overtourism concerns
Riviera Travel promises Irish agents more fams, tours, river cruises and regional departures
Escorted touring and river cruise specialist plans to work more closely with the Irish travel trade under new country manager Carrie Day and increase the number of tours and cruises it offers the market
Ruth Venn promoted to expanded sales leadership role at P&O Cruises
Sales director Venn named associate vice-president, sales and distribution, with Rob Scott poised to take on a wider marketing remit
Ponant adds second catamaran to boutique 'Spirit of Ponant' fleet
La Desirade joins the Spirit of Ponant programme, offering seven- and 14-day voyages exploring southern Corsica and Sardinia
Navigating Explora Journeys’ next wave: new UK roles will focus on growing agent sales
Explora Journeys marked another brand milestone this week, with Anna Nash showing deep recognition for advisors in trusting the brand and helping her reshape perceptions of cruising
Silversea pays tribute to 'dear colleague and friend' Julie Nunes
Regional sales manager Nunes ’exemplified the very essence of our brand’, said Silversea
HX's sales chief shares vision to retain claim to being 'UK's top expedition cruise line'
Line’s vice-president and managing director, Europe and global sales enablement tells Harry Kemble how the expedition line’s protracted separation from Hurtigruten Group has finally left it in charge of its own destiny
Travel Counsellors reveals millennials are becoming its top customers
Travel Counsellors says those aged 29 to 44 are its biggest group of customers, outstripping those of other age groups, as it details half year results and looks ahead to the summer peak
Celestyal launches tour op brand to meet demand from agents and 'cruise curious' travellers
Celestyal’s vice-president of business development Janet Parton has been appointed managing director of Celestyal Travel but will retain her position with the company’s cruise brand
Cruise Plus to grow sales team by a quarter as more agents seek to work with brand
Gold Medal stablemate is looking to add another five colleagues to its sales team following a 15% uptick in the number of agents booking with the brand over the past year
Oceania Cruises reveals plans to expand Sonata Class fleet at Allura delivery ceremony
The luxury brand – part of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings – will debut Oceania Sonata in 2027 with sister ships launching 2029, 2032 and 2035
‘How Silversea's agent resources help me secure round-the-world cruises’
Agent Hannah Vincent’s first-hand experience of Silversea saved the day for a late-booking cruise client and paved the way for a 140-day follow-up voyage. She explains how she combines her expertise with the line’s extensive trade tools and support
TTG Riviera Fest 2025 – Top 10 reasons to choose Riviera tours in 2025
This fast-paced session will reveal 10 compelling reasons why Riviera Travel is the go-to and trusted choice for tour-loving customers. You might be surprised by a few of these facts…
TTG Riviera Fest 2025 – Mastering the Riviera customer journey
Tune in to glean tips from a top-selling agent. You’ll hear their advice for every stage of the customer journey – from attracting touring clients and closing the sale to pre-departure communications and post-travel follow-ups.
TTG Riviera Fest 2025 – Back by popular demand: what's hot off the press?
Discover all the latest updates from Riviera as the operator unveils new product offerings across its touring and river cruise portfolios. Plus, we’ll guide you through communicating these exciting updates to your clients – to keep them coming back for more.
Celebrity reveals more new spaces on soon-to-launch Edge-class ship
Celebrity Xcel will offer seven-night Caribbean itineraries, calling into The Bahamas, Mexico, Cayman Islands, Puerto Plata, St Thomas, and St Maarten, from Fort Lauderdale
TTG Riviera Fest 2025 – How to sell Riviera’s city sights
Ready to sell the ultimate city breaks? From iconic landmarks to hidden history, this session highlights Riviera’s top city break itineraries, including exclusive Signature experiences. Plus, a Rivera European product specialist will share insider tips to help you sell these trips to discerning clients.
TTG Riviera Fest 2025 – How well do you know Riviera?
Put your newfound knowledge to the test in this fun, interactive quiz.
TTG Riviera Fest 2025 – Cruising the Mekong and Nile
A focus on the mighty Mekong and notorious Nile highlights the river cruise alternatives for customers who have already fallen in love with touring holidays. Plus, hear selling tips from one of Riviera’s Key Account Managers who has experienced these rivers for himself.
TTG Riviera Fest 2025 – Wine and watch: spotlight on South Africa
A virtual fam and wine tasting are perfectly paired in this session promising on-the-ground footage from an agent fam trip to South Africa and an opportunity for selected attendees to taste the destination’s top tipples from the comfort of your home.
TTG Riviera Fest 2025 – Curious about Central and South American culture?
Delve into the diverse cultures of Central and South America with this session on how your clients can immerse themselves in these fascinating destinations with Riviera. Then, a tour manager will share insider stories and expert insights to help your sales soar.
TTG Riviera Fest 2025 – Take a walk on the wild side
Riviera’s wildlife and safari holidays span South Africa, Botswana, Borneo and India. Tune in to find out why these itineraries are a top pick for animal lovers as well as what one of Riviera’s Longhaul Product Managers has to say about their experiences.
TTG Riviera Fest 2025 – Snapped: North America’s must-see scenery
Test your knowledge of North America’s breathtaking mountains, deserts and forests in this interactive session. We’ll reveal iconic locations featured in Riviera’s US and Canada tours and share why your clients will love them, and hear from our Head of Longhaul about the unforgettable experiences that await on these trips.