Cruise
AmaWaterways shares six exciting travel trends for 2024
In 2024, AmaWaterways will begin its European river cruising season on Feb. 11 with two ships on the Danube and Rhine rivers. As a direct response to the increased demand for new off-season travel options, this strategic move reflects AmaWaterways’ commitment to innovation and evolving travel preferences. As the river cruise line announces record results for 2023 and continued strong growth for 2024 and 2025, several key trends are setting the stage for a bright future of the river cruise industry. Guests embarking on their river cruise and land journeys with AmaWaterways in 2024 can...
Silversea unveils first-ever full summer season in French Polynesia
Responding to strong guest demand, Silversea has announced its first-ever full summer season in French Polynesia. Between April and September 2026, the cruise company is opening an exclusive pre-sale on 17 voyages aboard Silver Whisper. Curated by Silversea’s destination experts following an extensive scouting mission in the region, Silversea will operate two itineraries in rotation, offering deep immersion into 11 of some of the world’s most remote destinations in three of the region’s five archipelagos — the Society, Tuamotu, and Marquesas Islands. “Silversea’s...
Viking adds 10 more ships to European river fleet
Viking is adding 10 Viking Longships to its river fleet in the coming years. To meet strong demand for European river voyages, eight of the new vessels will sail Viking’s popular itineraries on the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers, while two additional Viking Longships will join the fleet on the Seine River. The total order is also inclusive of one Viking Longship for the Seine River that was announced in February 2023. Coming 2025 Five of the new vessels will be delivered in 2025, with the remaining five to be delivered in 2026. To officially mark the start of construction on...
Last chance to register for the Celebrity Ascent Virtual Inaugural Experience
Celebrity Cruises has officially launched its newest vessel, Celebrity Ascent. The fourth ship in the Edge series, Celebrity Ascent offers passengers even more luxury, entertainment, and dining options. Baxter Media invites travel professionals to a virtual first look at Celebrity Ascent on December 7 at 2:00pm EST. Featuring an exclusive walk-through of various venues onboard, Allan Brooks, Celebrity Cruises’ National Director of Sales for Canada, will discuss all there is to explore on Celebrity Ascent. Be among the first to discover Celebrity Ascent and you could win a $500...
Windstar’s holiday sale is making waves with advisors
Windstar Cruises' holiday season WAVE sale – Pick Your Perk is back! For a limited time, advisors can offer their clients who book voyages with Windstar Cruises exceptional savings and customized experiences while traveling to iconic destinations around the globe. Plus, advisors earn their own perks. Now through Feb. 29, travellers are encouraged to “Pick Your Perk”: one free hotel night (which can be used pre- or post-cruise) or up to $1,000 onboard credit, which can be used for Windstar’s award-winning shore excursions and adventures, spa services, or even special...
Brothers, sisters make Celebrity Ascent naming ceremony a family affair
The naming ceremony for Celebrity Ascent at Port Everglades on Dec. 1 was a memorable family affair. For the first time Celebrity Cruises chose brothers Dimitrios and Tasos Kafetzis as co-captains, and sisters Sandy Yawn, star of Bravo TV's hit franchise Below Deck, and Michelle Dunham, founder of the Jacksonville School for Autism, as co-godmothers. “Captain Dimitrios spent his entire maritime career spanning more than three decades with Celebrity Cruises. He started as apprentice officer in 1990 onboard Celebrity’s first vessel, the Horizon,” said Laura Hodges Bethge, who was...
Viking returns to Antarctica for third season
Viking is celebrating the start of its third expedition season in Antarctica, as the Viking Octantis and the Viking Polaris have arrived again in the region. Both ships will spend the Austral summer in Antarctica, before returning to North America’s Great Lakes for voyages throughout the spring, summer and early fall. To meet strong demand for Antarctica voyages, Viking has also announced that the 2025-2026 season is now open for booking, including a new 87-day expedition, From the Arctic to Antarctica, sailing from Nuuk, Greenland to Ushuaia, Argentina. Departing in September...
Norwegian Viva christened in Miami
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is celebrating the christening of Norwegian Viva, the company’s newest vessel and the second ship in the award-winning Prima Class. David J. Herrera, president of Norwegian Cruise Line, said: “To christen Norwegian Viva in Miami is incredibly special to many of us at NCL, not only because Miami is our hometown, but also because we can share this moment with our local family and friends.” Herrera continued: “Launching a ship is no solo endeavor. I am overwhelmed with gratitude towards the entire NCL team, our partners and especially our...