Luxury cruise

Silversea sells out 2023 world cruise in a day

Fares range from £58,000 to £218,000 per guest for the voyage onboard Silver Shadow

MSC reveals team line-up for new luxury cruise brand

MSC has revealed details of the top team that will lead its new, as yet unnamed, luxury cruise brand

Crystal to restart ocean cruises in Bahamas

There will be a reduced passenger capacity and “the best social distancing aboard any cruise ship”, the line said

Regent Seven Seas Cruises launches free land stay incentive

New toolkit added as agents given chance to win Globe-Trotter luggage if they book one of the line’s Free Extended Explorations this month

Black Tomato launches one-off Antarctic eclipse trip

In a bid to recapture interest in epic adventures as travel opens up, the company will offer a private trip to see the total solar eclipse in December

Ponant names Herve Gastinel as new chief executive

Coming months to be ‘decisive in accelerating Ponant’s development’, says founder of line’s parent Artemis

Scenic launches new Antarctica helicopter experiences

Ice landings, ski sessions and mountain trips are being offered to Scenic Eclipse guests

Silversea extends commission incentive to nearly 300 voyages

£150 bonus commission available on new bookings made by 30 April for 1 October 2021 to 30 June 2022 departures

Celebrity debuts first digital selling guide for agents

’Online encyclopaedia’ covering line’s 2022/23 programme will be supported with additional content and tools, and a points-based rewards scheme

Swan Hellenic names second ice-class expedition ship

Historic brand has three new vessels due for delivery over next two years

Hurtigruten launches Dover 2022-23 season

Sailings will take place throughout the year

Emerald Cruises adds more Azzurra booking incentives

Up to £300pp discounts on Emerald Azzurra itineraries in latest promotion

Tradewind Voyages gives clients more time to pay balances

Cruise line reduces final payments from 90 to 60 days before departure for trips this summer

MSC Cruises’ Vago takes over as Clia global chairman

Cruise industry at “critical juncture” as MSC boss takes up two-year term with association

Crystal extends cancellations of ocean cruise itineraries

Voyages on Crystal Serenity and Symphony now paused until end of May

Seven small-ship cruises to recommend

With small-ship cruising tipped to be a popular choice once cruising resumes, Abigail Healy rounds up options from ultra-luxury adventures to eco-conscious voyages.

Silversea offers bonus commission for agents

The line is ramping up agents’ earning potential during wave with additional commission

Regent launches suite promotion

Regent Seven Seas Cruises said latest market stimulation is its “largest-ever suite upgrade promotion”

Cunard offers onboard spending and cabin upgrades for wave

Guests choosing selected 2021 and 2022 voyages of seven nights or longer until 1 March will receive up to $800pp credit

Viking supports new Tracey Emin and Edvard Munch show

The river and ocean cruise line is continuing its art partnership by sponsoring the new exhibition at the Royal Academy in London

Emerald Cruises reveals latest vessel as it leaves yard

Emerald Azzurra ’offers luxury small-ship experience’

A&K launches itineraries with newcomer Tradewind Voyages

The ship launches in May and the luxury operator will offer several tailor-made trip options around its sailings

Cruise lines will need agents ‘more than ever’

Trade will play a crucial role as cruise sector recovers from Covid

Silversea unveils 'largest-ever' 2022-2023 itineraries

Silversea fleet to make 61 maiden calls in new programme of sailings