March 31, 2025
More than 30 organisations from both countries will attend the Miami event
Australia and New Zealand’s largest-ever delegation of cruise representatives will attend the Seatrade Cruise Global conference in Miami next month, highlighting the region’s cruise destinations to international industry leaders.
Read More…March 31, 2025
It’s been a big week for MSC World America, MSC World Asia and MSC World Atlantic
A triple milestone for MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique’s World Class ships was celebrated at a ceremony in Saint-Nazaire in France last week – the delivery of MSC World America, the coin ceremony of MSC World Asia, and the steel cutting for the newly named MSC World Atlantic.
Read More…March 31, 2025
The 10 new pre- and post-cruise extensions offer a more in-depth experience
Viking has launched 10 new pre- and post-cruise hotel extensions across select European and Egyptian river itineraries for 2025 and 2026, with three nights in the Champagne region and four nights in Athens among the highlights.
Read More…March 28, 2025
The customer-facing platform complements its recently launched Fastbook offering
A new customer-facing cruise platform from TravelManagers has been launched to help personal travel managers meet ongoing demand for cruise holidays.
Read More…March 26, 2025
There’s never been a greater need for clarity around cruise offerings, says Odell
A surge in new entrants to the cruise market and shifting consumer expectations has sparked a growing need for clear brand positioning in the luxury segment, according to Regent Seven Seas Cruises Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer Steve Odell.
Read More…March 26, 2025
Dr Magnus will draw connections between the worlds of space and polar exploration
Former NASA astronaut Dr Sandra H. “Sandy” Magnus will join an exclusive Aurora Expeditions voyage in August 2026, offering travellers a unique opportunity to explore some of the world’s most remote destinations alongside a pioneering space explorer.
Read More…March 26, 2025
The expedition cruise has set new standards in polar exploration
Oceanwide Expeditions has successfully completed its groundbreaking Remote Weddell Sea Explorer voyage aboard the M/V Ortelius, with the pioneering expedition setting new standards in polar exploration.
Read More…March 26, 2025
The ship will sail local waters from November 2025 to March 2026
Oceania Cruises has revealed details of Riviera’s first visit to Australia and New Zealand during its inaugural season in the region that begins at the end of this year.
Read More…March 26, 2025
Martin comes with more than 20 years of industry experience
Travel the World Group has appointed Shelley Martin as the new Sales Manager for its GSA client, Windstar Cruises, in Australia.
Read More…March 26, 2025
The destination has signed on as an executive partner in Australasia
Destination Vancouver has partnered with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) as an Executive Partner in Australasia, aiming to strengthen the city’s presence as a prominent cruise destination.
Read More…March 24, 2025
60 of the region’s top travel agents have signed up to take the qualification
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has welcomed its first intake of Masters candidates for 2025, taking 60 of the region’s top travel agents towards the association’s highest qualification.
Read More…March 21, 2025
The new identity comes on the back of some major acquisitions
A new chapter is underway for PONANT as it becomes PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP, following its recent acquisition of a majority stake in Aqua Expeditions.
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