Luxury cruising has been chosen as the fourth weekly theme in CLIA’s Cruise Month initiative that runs throughout October.

B2B cruise marketplace, CruiseHQ, is preparing to rapidly scale and likely branch abroad, says Greg Parker, CEO Supply a FCTG.

Signature Travel Network’s vision to expand its reach, awareness and membership in Australia and New Zealand is gathering pace, with a number of prospects in the wings for the US-based luxury consortia. Driving brand awareness for Signature down under since her appointment was revealed by LATTE in April, Lisa Harrison says new potential members, and even existing ones, have been blown away when they learn the co-op generated an enormous US$11 billion in sales in 2023.

Explora Journeys’ President, Anna Nash, is enthusiastic about the opportunities that lie ahead with the ultra-luxury cruise brand, especially having joined a relatively young brand to “help shape and grow the business” during its infancy, she tells LATTE from her new office in Geneva, Switzerland.

Quark Expeditions has released its Arctic 26 season, Ice, Fire and The Eclipse. This new season, celebrating 35 years of exploration in the Arctic, builds upon the brand’s legacy of innovation and pioneering firsts to offer Quark Expeditions most diverse range of Arctic itineraries to date.

Hurtigruten has announced the launch of its newest premium touring experience, Savour the Northern Lights. Building on the success of its acclaimed touring range, this exclusive journey invites guests to indulge in the breathtaking beauty of the Aurora Borealis while savouring world-class gourmet dining. This luxurious upgrade to the Arctic adventure promises not only stunning views but also an unforgettable culinary experience, making it the perfect getaway for discerning travellers seeking to explore the Nordic wonders of Norway and Finland.

Industry veteran Michael Ungerer has joined as Chairman

The ID Travel Group marked its 41st anniversary of delivering exceptional luxury travel experiences and celebrated the launch of the new 2025 Travelers Collection Brochure at their annual gala event in New York City.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) aspires to create the world’s largest database of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), says Virtuoso boss, Matthew Upchurch.

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Ltd, owner and operator of The Peninsula Hotels, has tapped Benjamin Vuchot as the successor to Clement King Man Kwok as Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, commencing in the role from 3 March 2025.

Next month sees the running of the annual Serengeti Girls Run in Tanzania. A three-day, 63 km all-women pilgrimage across one of Africa’s most iconic landscapes.

Australians are travelling at record levels, with outbound and inbound travel experiencing unprecedented growth in 2024, according to the latest Travel Trends Report from the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA).