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Celestyal Enters Multi-Year Partnership with Ras Al Khaimah

By |April 29th, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Celestyal announced a three-year partnership with the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, expanding its presence in the Arabian Gulf. The announcement was made during the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai.As part of the agreement, Celestyal will introduce regular port calls to Ras Al Khaimah beginning December 2025, featured in its seasonal “Winter Sun” itineraries. The partnership also includes plans to co-develop exclusive shore excursions designed to showcase the destination to cruise guests.Lee Haslett, chief commercial officer at Celestyal, said: “We’re proud to build strong partnerships with the regions we visit, and are thrilled to enhance our award-winning[...]

Celebrity Cruises’ latest ship, Xcel, to feature upgraded dining and entertainment options.

By |April 29th, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Celebrity Cruises has confirmed the forthcoming debut of Celebrity Xcel, its latest Edge-series vessel, designed to enhance onboard experiences for couples and leisure travellers. The ship will enter service in November 2025, sailing from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades, Florida) on 7-night Caribbean itineraries before transitioning to European operations in the summer of 2026.Positioned as the line’s most expansive high-end offering to date, Celebrity Xcel will introduce new dining venues and entertainment formats, aimed at increasing choice and passenger engagement throughout the cruise. Notably, the vessel will debut Bora, an al fresco rooftop restaurant. This venue will serve brunch[...]

Tourism Trinidad Wraps Up the 2024-25 Cruise Season

By |April 29th, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Tourism Trinidad officially concluded the 2024-25 cruise season on April 11, 2024, with the inaugural visit of Villa Vie Residences’ Odyssey. The ship docked at the Port of Spain, marking the end of season for Trinidad’s cruise tourism sector. An executive delegation from Tourism Trinidad and the Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago hosted a... Why Book Your Cruise with Lask Travel Advisors? We don’t just plan vacations—we curate experiences. As CLIA-certified cruise specialists and seasoned travelers, we help clients find the perfect itinerary, cabin, and excursions to match their style. Want the best private snorkeling guide in[...]

Cunard Unveils Special Event for Four Queens Bonus

By |April 29th, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

In celebration of Travel Advisor Appreciation Day on May 7, Cunard announced it is extending the celebration throughout May with its Four Queens Bonus Event. Designed travel agents, this special offer applies to select 2025 through 2027 voyages aboard all four of Cunard’s vessels. From April 28 through May 30, 2025, new bookings can receive... Why Book Your Cruise with Lask Travel Advisors? We don’t just plan vacations—we curate experiences. As CLIA-certified cruise specialists and seasoned travelers, we help clients find the perfect itinerary, cabin, and excursions to match their style. Want the best private snorkeling guide in[...]

Ovation of the Seas Makes Its Arrival in China for a Brief Season

By |April 28th, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

Royal Caribbean International’s Ovation of the Seas recently arrived in the Far East for a homeporting season in China.The short deployment includes four cruises departing from Hong Kong and Tianjin that visit destinations in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan.After concluding a winter deployment in Australia, the 2016-built ship embarked on a repositioning cruise to Hong Kong in mid-April.The Ovation of the Seas then embarked on a five-night cruise to Okinawa and Keelung sailing from the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal.In late April, the ship sailed on a one-way cruise to Tianjin, which will be followed by a five-night voyage[...]

MSC Cruises Enhances Operations in the Arabian Gulf with Euribia and World Europa Ships

By |April 28th, 2025|Categories: Cruise News, Feature, General|

MSC Cruises has confirmed that MSC Euribia will return to the Arabian Gulf for the winter 2025–2026 season, offering a series of 3-, 4-, and 7-night roundtrip sailings from Dubai. The itineraries will include key regional ports such as Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Sir Bani Yas Island, providing guests with an opportunity to experience the Gulf's leading destinations during the region’s most favorable season.The deployment is designed for travelers seeking a premium, efficient travel experience. MSC Euribia consolidates accommodation, dining, entertainment, and leisure facilities into a single, seamless offering. Guests will be able to embark without the complications[...]

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