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A-Rosa's new river ship Cena will feature a hybrid propulsion system
A-Rosa Sena embarks on maiden voyage from Cologne
The line’s new river cruise vessel departed from the German city on Saturday (18 June)
Arena is looking to up its trade business
Gardening guru Helen Yemm named Arena godmother
The vessel was formally renamed last week with a ceremony onboard
The ship features a swimming pool and will sail 11-night 'Secrets of Egypt & The Nile' itinerary
AmaWaterways to add second ship on Egypt's Nile
AmaLilia will join sister ship AmaDahlia in 2024
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Riviera adds city break extensions and new 2023 sailing
The 10 extensions span six countries and include destinations such as Amsterdam, Basel, Cologne, Frankfurt, Lyon and Marseille
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Full steam ahead: cruise sector buoyant despite industry issues
In spite of potential capacity issues, a looming cost-of-living crisis and the ongoing war in Ukraine, the cruise industry is feeling positive about the future. Will Payne reports
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Riviera's trade bookings near pre-pandemic levels
Chief operating officer Robin Shaw predicted the company will return to profitability by the end of the year
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A-Rosa removes proof of vaccination requirement
Move comes after the line previously removed its onboard mask mandate
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Emerald Cruises unveils new 2023 itineraries and excursions
The additions come as the line reports increasing demand for sailings next year
The FCDO is continuing to advise against all but essential travel to Egypt on Covid grounds, despite the country set to move to the green list
APT adds Egypt, Jordan and Israel to cruise and tour programme
New itineraries include an eight-day Treasures of Egypt and The Nile land and cruise trip which takes guests ‘into the heart’ of Egypt
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AmaWaterways to return to Mekong River in October
The line will offer a 2-for-1 land package deal on selected 2022 departures
MS Arena has finally debuted after a lengthy delay owing to the pandemic
Arena River Cruises unveils 2023 itineraries
Arena will offer cruises on the Rhine, Danube and Zaan
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Clia reveals two new trade initiatives during 2022 conference
The association’s website will be expanded with a ’love cruise’ section and a sustainability hub
Courts said the government wants to get people travelling again (Credit: Parliamentlive.tv)
Minister praises cruise industry's ‘resilience’ during pandemic
Maritime minister Robert Courts said he was ‘absolutely delighted’ to see the sector ‘bounce back’ over the past year
Royal's Europe chief said the cruise sector was working to understand how it would adapt in “a world pre-vaccine”
Cruise bosses urge trade to capitalise on ‘diverse’ product offering
Ben Bouldin, Royal Caribbean vice-president EMEA, said there is an opportunity for the industry to attract new customers as cruise lines launch new ships and offer new itineraries
Trevor Davis has been tasked with reintroducing the Arena brand to the trade
Arena partners with consultancy to boost trade relations
Trevor Davis from 3For has been appointed as consultant responsible for UK trade sales
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Selling travel to an LGBT+ audience – join the TTG LGBT+ Seminar

Taking place on the afternoon of 9 June the Selling travel to an LGBT+ audience seminar, sponsored by South African Tourism, will be free to attend and will centre on addressing key concerns around LGBT+ travel, busting myths and misconceptions and celebrating the destinations actively working to appeal to the LGBT+ market.

The afternoon will begin at 2pm with a welcome by Sherwin Arends, trade relations officer, South African Tourism.

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Luxury cruise agency to double headcount after only two years
Panache Cruises, which was founded in the pandemic, is embarking on a major recruitment drive which will double the size of the business, boss James Cole has revealed to TTG
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A-Rosa removes mask and testing mandate
Passengers will no longer be required to wear a mask onboard, take an antigen testing before boarding or complete a health questionnaire
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Majority of consumers believe cruises are ‘ideal for all age groups’
A survey of cruise passengers has revealed the biggest misconceptions about taking a holiday at sea
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APT launches three-part summer trade incentive
Agents can earn a place onboard APT’s new Travelmarvel river ships
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Riviera Travel appoints new chief customer officer
Simon Michaelides will join the cruise and escorted tour specialist as chief customer officer
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A-Rosa delays Sena's inaugural sailing
Originally planned for 21 May, the first cruise will now take place on 28 May
Trade stalwart Louise Tansey takes new cruise sales role
Scenic Group appoints Tansey to expanded trade team
She joins as a new sales manager for Scenic’s central territory
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Aqua Expeditions resumes operations in Cambodia and Vietnam
Aqua Mekong will take guests through Cambodia and Vietnam, with regular scheduled departures from Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh and Siem Reap