Riviera Travel launched a dedicated Facebook community to provide agents and guests with direct access to the latest river cruise updates, expert guidance and real-time support during ongoing low water conditions across parts of the Rhine and Danube. All details correct at time of publication (15 September 2026) The new
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has opened applications for its returning ‘Cruise Champion’ training programmes. All details correct at time of publication (14 September 2026) Two separate hybrid learning courses will launch for frontline agents: one with a focus on river cruise and the other on expedition cruise. Almost 80
Virgin Voyages has completed its biggest UK and Ireland trade activation to date, welcoming more than 1,200 First Mates (travel agents) onboard Valiant Lady this summer. All details correct at time of publication (14 September 2026) The ‘Valiant Lady UK Summer Tour 2026’ took place throughout August, calling at Dublin,
Virgin Voyages is putting the Caribbean centre stage throughout September with a month-long UK trade activation designed to help First Mates (travel agents) drive sales. All details correct at time of publication (11 September 2026) Under the banner ‘Caribbean by Virgin Voyages,’ the kid-free cruise line will engage with more
APT Travel Group has launched its new Book it. Bank it agent incentive, giving one agent the chance to win £1,000* worth of Love2Shop vouchers each week for four weeks, with every booking made with APT Luxury and Travelmarvel generating one entry. *All details correct at time of publication (8
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has confirmed its 2027 RiverView conference will go on sale on September 16 at 11am. The event, which is marking its 15th anniversary, will take place from March 5-8 and is open to all CLIA member agents. *All details correct at time of publication (7 September 2026)
