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New Carnival sailing features Hawaii, South Pacific islands
Carnival Cruise Line has announced the opening of a new transpacific Carnival Journeys cruise for 2025 on Carnival Luminosa. When the ship repositions from its Alaska season and returns to Australia, it will sail a 22-day voyage that visits breathtaking destinations, including Hawaii and several South Pacific islands. The new sailing’s itinerary begins with a departure from Seattle, Wash. on Sept. 18, 2025, with Carnival Luminosa arriving in Sydney, Australia on Oct. 11, 2025. Destinations during the cruise include Honolulu, Hawaii; Papeete (Tahiti) and Moorea, French...
Sheralyn Berry talks about her new role with HX
With a new brand identity in place, HX continues to build momentum in Canada with a growing team in place to support and grow the Canadian market. Notably, industry veteran Sheralyn Berry recently took on the role of General Manager for the Americas region for HX, formerly known as Hurtigruten Expeditions. “I joined in October, just as we entered an exciting new chapter following our rebrand to HX,” Berry tells Travel Courier. “Since I joined, HX has launched a new visual identity, website, social channels, booking materials, advertisements and more. Alongside this rebrand,...
UnCruise Adventures, Discover the World Canada partnering up
UnCruise Adventures has announced a strategic partnership with Discover the World Canada. It will leverage Discover the World’s 30-year expertise in travel sales and marketing to expand the reach of UnCruise Adventures experiences to more Canadian travellers. The new alliance is set to enhance UnCruise Adventures' presence in the Canadian market through Discover the World Canada's customized approach, which includes a blend of strategic marketing and comprehensive sales knowledge tailored to UnCruise Adventures unique offerings. This synergy provides great timing during wave...
Royal Caribbean celebrates its partners
Royal Caribbean International has announced its “Travel Partners of the Year” with a lineup of 13 valued travel partner agencies that shined in 2023. The outstanding travel agencies, spanning from newcomers to repeat winners, have demonstrated unwavering dedication, unmatched passion and the keen ability to book Royal Caribbean vacations. The winners recognized include the 2023 Chairman’s Award recipient, Travel Leaders Network, securing the highest of honours; World Travel Holdings with the President’s Award; and first-time honourees that include Travelmation and...
Carnival welcomes 27th ship to fleet with Carnival Firenze
Carnival Firenze has officially joined the Carnival Cruise Line fleet from sister line Costa Cruises, growing the Carnival fleet to 27 ships. Carnival’s team will lead a refurbishment project over the next two months to bring many of the favourite features Carnival guests know and love on board – with a touch of Italy. “The beauty of Florence, Italy is about to meet the FUN of Carnival Cruise Line! We are elated to welcome Carnival Firenze to the Carnival fleet, joining her sister Carnival Venezia to showcase ‘Carnival Fun Italian Style,’” said Christine Duffy,...
Celestyal offering 35 shore excursions for Adriatic itinerary
Celestyal Cruises has released the shore excursion program for its new “Heavenly Adriatic” itinerary, with 35 tours available to book now. Sailing on the 1,260-passenger Celestyal Journey, the seven-night itinerary launches on Mar. 2, 2024. Departing from Greece, it includes three new countries - Croatia, Montenegro and Italy - and six new maiden ports - Kefalonia, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Corfu, Bari and Katakolo. “At Celestyal we believe the destinations we sail to are what makes our cruises so special,” said Lee Haslett, chief commercial officer, Celestyal. “We want our guests...
TDC earns double recognition from Celebrity Cruises
Transat Distribution Canada (TDC) has been recognized twice by Celebrity Cruises: first as an honorary member of the Top 50 Club, and then as Key Account Celebrity Groups Superstar for 2023. Karine Gagnon, general manager of TDC, said: “Our relationship with our preferred partners is precious, so this recognition from Celebrity Cruises reminds us that our network knows how to stand out and remain one of the leaders in Canada.” Gagnon added: “It gives me great pleasure to accept this double recognition on behalf of all the travel professionals in the TDC network, whether from...
What to expect on board Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Utopia
Fresh off the naming ceremony for Icon of the Seas, Royal Caribbean is set to make even more waves this year with the debut of Utopia of the Seas in July. During the naming ceremony sailing for the world’s biggest ship, executives from the company revealed some exciting details for the new Oasis-class ship, set to homeport in Port Canaveral, Florida. Michael Bayley, CEO of Royal Caribbean International, noted that Utopia of the Seas will feature a new immersive dining experience set in a train car that will utilize technology to display different scenery. “It’s a train station and...