River cruise

Globus recruits experienced business development managers Sarah Hillier and Janine Sykes

Hillier joins Globus from Olympic Holidays, while Sykes brings experience from posts with Sandals Resorts and CroisiEurope

Priority access to Celebrity River Cruises' first voyages sells out in just six minutes

Celebrity has also revealed the names of its first river ships, Celebrity Compass and Celebrity Seeker, which will debut on the Rhine and the Danube in 2027

How to sell beer-themed river cruises to your female clients

Cultural storytelling through regional beer is an experiential trend that could help you switch more clients onto river cruising

Clia UK chief Andy Harmer: Nearly a third of passengers are new to cruise – here's how agents can capitalise on this

In our diverse market, customers require clear insight and need agents to offer genuine expertise. They want to feel reassured their holiday is being planned by someone who understands the ships, the destinations and the differences between the lines. In short, knowledge has become a crucial currency.

The TTG Luxury Travel Awards are back – new venue and categories revealed for 2026

The much-loved afternoon ceremony, hosted once again in association with Silversea, will be back on Friday 6 March

APT parachutes Travelmarvel experts into its call centre as brand launched as standalone entity

The Australia-based touring and river cruise company has given Travelmarvel ’a fresh visual identity’ to help grow the operator’s premium customer base

Celebrity Cruises invites agents to start placing deposits for first river holidays next month

Agents can start securing spots for their clients onboard Celebrity’s first river cruises from 3 September

Seabourn and Uniworld combine to offer 'first-ever' ocean and river cruise package

Agents can now book a Venice and the Mediterranean Sea package departing that brings together a Uniworld sailing and a seven-night cruise on Seabourn Quest sailing between Venice and Athens

Poll: Tell us what would help you sell more cruise

Our previous Cruise Insight report, published in June, explored the ocean cruise market, examining what it’s like to sell ocean cruise in 2025.

'One size doesn't fit all': Riviera Travel restructures trade team to boost business efficiency

River cruise and touring specialist also plans to grow team to offer more specialised support to agents

A&K Sanctuary unveils new luxury riverboat with ‘palace’ inspiration

Named after the Turkish word for ‘palace’, Nile Seray will make its debut in 2026

Tui River Cruises to debut new multi-use venue on upcoming ship Tui Aria

The river line’s new vessel will sail along the Rhine, Main, Moselle, Dutch and Belgian waterways throughout next summer

Seven must-know product updates from TTG Riviera Fest

Missed TTG Riviera Fest? Consider these touring, river cruise and ocean cruise updates some of the key takeaways

October launch date for new EU border rules risks half-term disruption, agents warned

Advantage has warned of possible October half-term bottlenecks at airports as the EU prepares to roll out biometric and fingerprint registration this autumn

New APT Luxury brand 'to help agents better match clients with group's products'

APT said the rollout marked ’the first step in a series of efforts’ to help trade partners more clearly differentiate between the group’s brands and their respective audiences

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

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.

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.