Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has reported a record-breaking first quarter of the year. The trade body said in a statement its overall membership is up by 4% in 2023, meaning it is now at its highest level. In addition, accredited agents who have completed a minimum
Fred Olsen Cruise Lines has revealed four new cruises setting sail in 2025 with four itineraries from Southampton onboard smaller ship Balmoral. Destinations include Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic and Norway. A 45-night Grand Voyage explores the Caribbean and Central America. Guests can explore northern Norway with the ‘In Search
Cunard has announced its 2024 schedule of travel agent familiarisation (fam) trips. The cruise line will offer a total of four departures, all roundtrip from Southampton, taking place from August to November. In a statement, Cunard said that this year it will “welcome more agents on board than ever before”.
MSC Cruises has unveiled Cliffhanger, the only over-water swing ride at sea, which will debut exclusively aboard MSC World America when the ship enters service in April 2025. The swing will tower above the new ship’s top deck, nestled in the heart of the ship’s Family Aventura district and beckoning
Celebrity Cruises has revealed its new brand positioning and brand identity, ‘Nothing Comes Close’, premiering globally on 8 April. The launch builds upon the recent enthusiastic reception to the introduction of Celebrity Ascent in late 2023 and the highly anticipated arrival of Celebrity Xcel in 2025. ‘Nothing Comes Close’ will
Princess Cruises has announced award-winning actress and performer Hannah Waddingham as the official Godmother of Sun Princess. The naming ceremony will take place at the Port of Barcelona on April 23, 2024. Waddingham joins an esteemed group who have served as Godparent to Princess ships: Diana, Princess of Wales (Royal Princess,
