Boutique and expedition cruise operators have an opportunity to redefine themselves as they rebound to become the first cruise sector to restart operations after COVID-19, according to small ship cruise specialist, Cruise Traveller.

Oceania Cruises has unveiled a new print and digital brand campaign, rolled out as the cruise line looks beyond the coronavirus pandemic turmoil.

Oceania Cruises has introduced 75 new journeys in its newly launched 2021-2022 Tropics & Exotics Collection of itineraries to the Caribbean, South America, South Pacific, Africa, and the Far East.

Oceania Cruises has opened sales for its 2022 Around The World In 180 Days voyage, encompassing the South Pacific, New Zealand, Australia, Asia, Africa and Northern Europe. Bob Binder, President & CEO of Oceania Cruises said the voyage is one of Oceania Cruises’ “most intriguing and all-encompassing world explorations available”.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NCLH) is set to bolster its presence in the Alaska market having entered into a 30-year preferential berthing agreement with Ward Cove Dock Group, paving the way for construction of a new double ship pier in Ward Cove, Ketchikan.

“Strategic organisational enhancements” for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd’s Asia Pacific division have been announced, with Ben Angell elevated to the position of Vice President and Managing Director NCL APAC for the company’s contemporary brand, Norwegian Cruise Line.

Oceania Cruises has debuted the Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center will be introduced across six ships this winter. As part of the brand’s commitment to elevating all areas of guest experience, the Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center extends well beyond a traditional spa, offering holistic wellness encounters both on board and ashore.

Andy Stuart, the President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line, will step down from the top job at the end of 2020. The ‘planned departure’ sees an organisational restructure at the very top ranks, with the appointment of Harry Sommer, current President, International for NCLH named as his successor.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd has appointed travel industry veterans, Gillian Seller and Trevor Thwaites as part of its burgeoning Australia and New Zealand Executive Team.

Oceania Cruises is offering up to 35% off select 2020 or 2021 voyages sailing to Alaska, Asia, Africa, South America and Australia. The promotion runs from now through to 18 September.

Oceania Cruises has launched its new 2021 Europe & North America Collection of voyages, which went on sale Thursday, 22 August 2019.

Oceania Cruises is introducing new small group tours, promising to go “beyond the tourist sites” and offering guests the opportunity to experience destinations on “an entirely new level”.