Carnival’s Strategy to Minimize Leftovers Exceeds Food Waste Goals
Carnival Corporation announced that it achieved a 44 percent reduction in unit food waste in 2024 compared to 2019 levels, surpassing its 2025 target of a 40 percent reduction a year ahead of schedule. The reductions are a result of the company’s “Less Left Over” food management strategy. Since 2019, the company has avoided over... 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[...]
Poseidon Sets Sail for the Arctic in the 2025 Season
The Sea Spirit recently kicked off the 2025 season in Northern Europe and the Arctic for Poseidon Expeditions.After repositioning from Antarctica, the 114-guest expedition ship embarked on the first cruise of the season on May 6, 2025.Sailing from Portsmouth, the 12-day cruise included visits to destinations in England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales and Northern Ireland before ending in Edinburgh.[For a complete overview of the market, see the 2025 Expedition Market by Cruise Industry News.]After crossing the Arctic Circle for the first time this season in late May, the Sea Spirit arrived in Svalbard in early June.The 1991-built vessel is[...]
Carnival Launches Funnel Faves Campaign for Travel Advisors
Carnival Cruise Line unveiled “Funnel Faves”, a new campaign built around the belief that travel advisors are at the heart of great vacations. The program will continue to expand throughout the year.The company said in a press release that the campaign’s launch coincides with the recent appointment of Janet Wygert as Carnival’s senior vice president of sales and trade marketing.“Funnel Faves” will kick off with a set of initiatives that demonstrate gratitude to travel advisor partners, offering support and opportunities designed to foster business growth.“Travel advisors are at the heart of great vacations. They are our best advocates.[...]
Celestyal Names John Diorio to North America Position
Celestyal has announced the appointment of John Diorio as vice president and managing director, North America, effective immediately. The company said he will be responsible for developing and executing Celestyal’s strategic business plan for the North American market. His focus will be on positioning the cruise line as a leader in multi-destination, immersive cruise itineraries... 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[...]
AIDA Launches Countdown to 30th Anniversary
AIDA has celebrated its 29th birthday and announced the start of the countdown to further celebrations for its 30th anniversary in 2026.To celebrate the next anniversary on June 7, 2026, the company has planned several surprises, including a special event cruise called the “Best of AIDA” and a sister ship meeting in the Port of Hamburg.From April 18 to 25, 2026, the modernized AIDAdiva will host the “Best of AIDA” event. The cruise will set sail from Warnemünde, traveling to Stockholm, Gotland, Gdansk/Gdynia and Copenhagen before returning to Warnemünde.The sailing will also feature guest stars who have worked[...]
Marella Discovery 2: Celebrating 30 Years of Voyages
The Marella Discovery 2 recently completed 30 years of service. The ship originally launched service as the Legend of the Seas for Royal Caribbean International.Constructed at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard, the Vision-class ship was delivered on April 28, 1995.After crossing the Atlantic with no guests onboard, the vessel embarked on its maiden voyage a few weeks later on May 16, 1995.Sailing from PortMiami, the inaugural cruise visited destinations in the Caribbean and transited the Panama Canal before arriving in Los Angeles.The Legend of the Seas then sailed to Vancouver to kick off a summer season sailing to[...]
Carnival Corporation announced that it achieved a 44 percent reduction in unit food waste in[...]
The Sea Spirit recently kicked off the 2025 season in Northern Europe and the Arctic[...]
Carnival Cruise Line unveiled “Funnel Faves”, a new campaign built around the belief that travel[...]
Celestyal has announced the appointment of John Diorio as vice president and managing director, North[...]
AIDA has celebrated its 29th birthday and announced the start of the countdown to further[...]
The Marella Discovery 2 recently completed 30 years of service. The ship originally launched service[...]