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Windstar’s 2026 Europe season includes 15 new itineraries
Windstar Cruises has unveiled its 2026 European Voyages, with more new ports and itineraries than the line has ever debuted in a single season. There are 15 brand-new itineraries, 34 first-time ports, a litany of new Star Collector sailings (which combine several itineraries into one epic/longer adventure), and a first-ever Windstar Solar Eclipse. The August 12, 2026, Around Iceland: A Total Solar Eclipse will place Windstar guests in the path of totality. A new 81-day Star Collector, 2026 Grand Europe Adventure, begins in Helsinki, Finland on July 14, 2026, and visits 20...
HAL’s 2026 Europe trips let guests choose their own adventure
Holland America Line opened its 2026 Europe season for booking with four ships taking guests on Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Canary Island and transatlantic cruises ranging from seven to 42 days. The carefully crafted itineraries grant travellers a wide array of options and new ports to choose from when booking their European holiday. Oosterdam will play host to those traversing the Mediterranean. Guests seeking a shorter vacation can choose between seven- to-14-day itineraries departing from five homeports: Lisbon, Portugal; Piraeus (Athens), Greece; Barcelona, Spain;...
Windstar appoints Jason Grant as VP of IT
Windstar Cruises has appointed of Jason Grant as vice-president of information technology. In this role, Grant will oversee Windstar’s global shoreside and shipboard IT functions while leading the company’s IT strategy, leading the development and implementation of technology, innovation, and performance. With more than two decades of experience in the technology sector, Grant has led international IT teams while delivering innovative solutions for several cruise lines. He previously worked at Lindblad Expeditions and then moved to Carnival Corporation where he worked with...
Costa Cruises names LaDonna Allen head of sales, North America
Costa Cruises has appointed LaDonna Allen as head of sales for North America. In this role, she will oversee strategic and national accounts, charter and incentives, and field sales, working closely with Costa’s team of business development managers focusing on the Italian brand’s footprint in North America. Allen will report to Dario Rustico, general manager North & South America for Costa Cruises. "We are thrilled to welcome LaDonna to the Costa team,” said Rustico. “With her deep wealth of experience as a travel advisor and experience in the cruise industry,...
Swan Hellenic unveils 10 Maris 2025 gourmet cruises
Cultural expedition cruise pioneer Swan Hellenic has just unveiled its 2025 Maris gourmet cruises aboard the elegant designer ships SH Diana and SH Vega. Each of these exclusive Maris voyages showcases the outstanding creativity of one of the world-famous chefs in the gourmet organization JRE-Jeunes Restaurateurs – all rising stars under 40 who have already won international accolades, including from Michelin. 10 curated culinary cruises For 2025, Maris offers a choice of ten expertly curated cruises from the Arctic to Europe and the Mediterranean, nine on SH Diana and...
Viking launches new travel advisor portal
Viking has launched its new and improved Travel Advisor Portal which is designed to provide advisors with the tools and resources needed to sell Viking. As part of Viking's ongoing commitment to providing the best support to travel advisors and their clients, the updated platform offers a comprehensive suite of features to enhance the booking experience and streamline the marketing process. New tools available Advisor partners can access a wide range of tools, such as engaging marketing content and assets for building co-branded websites, as well as the popular Travel Advisor...
PHOTOS: Carnival shows off new 18+ Pearl Cove Beach Club
With the opening of Celebration Key one year away, Carnival Cruise Line has unveiled details about Pearl Cove Beach Club, its exclusive retreat that will offer a premium experience for guests 18 and older. Additionally, Carnival opened reservations for shore excursions, supervillas, cabanas and daybeds for guests booked on cruises visiting Celebration Key beginning in July 2025. Located in the western most point of Celebration Key, Pearl Cove Beach Club will feature a lush, secluded entry opening to views of the 11,000-square-foot private infinity pool with a large sun-shelf, water...
Scenic offering Canadian guests savings on France 2025 trips
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours is offering Canadian guests free or reduced airfare, savings, as well as complimentary hotel stays and exclusive immersive experiences for guests booking 2025 France river cruises before Aug. 31, 2024. Guests can experience the Seine, Rhône, Saône, Gironde, Garrone and Dordogne rivers in Scenic ultra-luxury on one of six North and South of France and Bordeaux journeys. Each river cruise offers personalized journeys that immerse guests in France's rich culture, exquisite cuisine, historical depth and natural beauty. Exclusive offers: 2025 France...