A survey by cruise specialist cruise.co.uk has revealed that Southampton in Hampshire is the UK’s new cruise booking hotspot. Across 2024, its local residents booked more cruise holidays per head than those of any other town or city. The city boasts the busiest cruise port in the UK, with five
Ambassador Cruise Line has opened registration for its 2025 UK-wide ship visit programme for trade partners and agents. The scheme, which launched in 2022 has seen the traditionally British cruise line welcome several hundred agents onboard its fleet of small-to-midsize ships over the last three years. Trade partners and agents
Windstar Cruises is increasing its focus on the UK in 2026 with the introduction of its first ever series of cruises home-porting in London, comprising three short taster cruises as well as two longer cruises through the stunning Norwegian Fjords. Guests can look forward to three- and four-night taster cruises,
Visit West has revealed a new Bath at Christmas campaign images featuring Santa in iconic Bath locations. The concept and art direction have been delivered in partnership with Bristol design agency Stuff and photographed by Adam Gasson. The shots aim to showcase “the beauty and magical atmosphere of the city”
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has opened for 2025 membership in the UK & Ireland. Travel agents are being offered enhanced benefits including new events, new resources and the second wave of CLIA’s Expedition and River Cruise Champion Programmes. Members will also have the chance to join the flagship RiverView
Riviera Travel will host its first-ever agent awards ceremony in 2025. The Riviera Travel Agents Awards will recognise the success of the operator’s retail, homeworkers and OTA trade partners. Categories include Best Newcomer, Best Cruise Agent, Best Homeworker, and Best Long-Haul and European Tour Trade Partner. Winners will be chosen
