Cruise News
Viking Neptune floats out in Italy
Viking has announced its newest ocean ship – the 930-guest Viking Neptune – has been floated out, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water.
Riviera Travel launches Wave season ads
Riviera Travel has launched its first ever radio advertising campaign. The UK river cruise and tour operator is running the adverts during the current Wave period.
Shelton-Agar to leave APT after ten years
After ten years at APT, Jessica Shelton-Agar will be stepping down as head of sales with APT. Shelton-Agar will be emigrating to the Middle East to start a new life in the sun.
Norwegian Cruise Line reveals Norwegian Viva
Providing guests with “elevated experiences” including more wide-open spaces, thoughtful design and service, the ship will begin sailing Mediterranean itineraries in June next year.
Royal Shakespeare Company signs Cunard partnership
Cunard will be taking Shakespeare to the high seas in 2022, as it joins forces in a first-of-its-kind partnership with the Royal Shakespeare Company to bring world-class theatre to its transatlantic stage.
Seatrade Cruise Global to return to Miami
The conference will celebrate resilience – highlighting collaborative efforts across sectors to create a safer, more innovative cruising experience adapted to ever-changing times.
APT Travelmarvel boosts Croatia capacity
Croatia continues to be a bestselling destination for APT Travelmarvel in 2022, leading the brand to make further capacity increases for the forthcoming season.
Covid-19 forces Royal Caribbean cancellations
Royal Caribbean International has confirmed it will cancel voyages on four ships over the coming months due to “ongoing Covid-19-related circumstances around the world”.
New chief commercial officer for Hurtigruten Group
In his new position, Steven Taylor will lead the development and execution of strategic commercial initiatives and will sit on the executive management team.
Swan Hellenic sets sail on first departure
Swan Hellenic has seen new ship SH Minerva leave Ushuaia on her maiden expedition cruise of the Antarctic. She will sail on a nine-day New Year celebration of discovery.
Discovery Princess completes sea trials ahead of launch
Discovery Princess set out to sea from the construction dock at Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy, and was put through her paces with a series of tests of the steering, navigation and propulsion.
Viking Octantis launched ahead of spring debut
Viking has officially taken delivery of Viking Octantis, the first of two new purpose-built expedition ships. The delivery ceremony took place at Fincantieri’s Vard shipyard in Søviknes, Norway.