After more than two years of construction, Royal Caribbean International has welcomed Utopia of the Seas to the family. A celebration took place in Saint-Nazaire, France, with 1,400-plus crew members and workers, Royal Caribbean Group President and CEO Jason Liberty, Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley, Chantiers de
Construction has commenced for Celebrity Cruises’ next ship, Celebrity Xcel with a keel laying ceremony at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France. The ship is due to set sail in autumn 2025 with “several new yet-to-be-revealed offerings for an unparalleled premium holiday.” Present at the ceremony were Jason
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines is offering teachers a free champagne traditional afternoon tea for two on sailings in July and August to coincide with the summer holidays. Traditionally, booking holidays during school breaks can be an expensive challenge for those working in the education sector. Clare Ward, Director of Product
Cunard has announced four new one-day ship visits in Southampton for its travel agent partners. Between October and December, the luxury cruise line will offer an additional 120 agents the chance to experience either flagship Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, or its newest ship Queen Anne. Registrations are now open
Silversea has officially named Silver Ray, the second ship in its Nova Class. This continues a banner year for Silversea, celebrating its 30th anniversary, and marking three decades as a pioneer and leader in ultra-luxury and expedition cruise travel. Present at the ceremony were Jason Liberty, President and CEO, Royal
Riviera Travel has announced a special trade incentive to coincide with the Euro 2024 football tournament, which takes place in Germany from June 14 to July 14. The river cruise and escorted tour specialist will run a competition on each day that England and Scotland play their group stage matches.
