Campari Group Promotes Experiences Onboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis – Cruise Industry News
Campari Group Global Travel Retail Americas promoted two exclusive experiences onboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas in late June, the company announced in a press release.The signature events took place during Royal Caribbean’s annual President’s Cruise, which took place onboard the vessel in the Western Mediterranean.According to Campari Group GTR Americas, the collaboration with the company included an Aperol Pool Party and a Campari evening.“The 2024 President’s Cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas embarked on a remarkable adventure through the Western Mediterranean, featuring visits to some of the most renowned destinations within the region, including[...]
Carnival Vista passengers demand refunds after last-minute itinerary change | Cruise News
A Carnival Cruise turned chaotic before even leaving port, as passengers demanded refunds following an unexpected itinerary change.The Carnival Vista, scheduled for an 8-night Southern Caribbean voyage departing from Port Canaveral (Orlando, Florida USA) on August 10th, encountered engine issues, prompting a last-minute switch to the Bahamas instead of the original stops in Aruba, Curacao, and Turks and Caicos.Footage shared online shows passengers chanting, "Give us our money!" in frustration after learning of the change, some while still boarding the ship. Tensions rose as guests requested refunds and considered leaving the vessel.In response, Carnival Cruise Line offered passengers[...]
Riviera River Cruises Offers Full Commission on Late Cancellations
Riviera River Cruises will now pay full commission to travel advisors for bookings canceled within 15 days of departure, according to a press release. While clients will lose 100 percent of their booking cost for cancellations within this period, advisors will still receive full commission on the Riviera portion of the itinerary. “With this change,... Source link
Royal Caribbean has quietly added 3 new things to its newest cruise ship
The work is never done improving its cruise ships, and Royal Caribbean is always working on new ways to enhance their vessels.Utopia of the Seas is Royal Caribbean's newest cruise ship, which launched in July 2024, and our readers have noticed at least three new things onboard.Why make changes to a brand new ship? Royal Caribbean embraces a continuous improvement methodology to its business, and a lot of efforts run concurrently. Moreover, adding a new option to an existing ship is a better way to "soft test" the feature before adding it to other ships or even the next[...]
Fred. Olsen Offers Free Drinks on Select 2024 and 2025 Sailings – Cruise Industry News
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering guests a free drinks package on select 2024 and 2025 voyages booked by October 31, according to a press release.Sailing aboard the Bolette, Borealis and Balmoral, itineraries included in the offer will feature visits to Christmas markets in the Baltic, exploring Morocco and the cliffside towns of the Amalfi Coast as well as the chance to join a Mystery Cruise.Sailings are available from Southampton, Dover, Portsmouth, Liverpool, Newcastle and Rosyth, with durations ranging from five to 22 nights.Doug Glenwright, director of customer experience at Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, said: “Here at Fred.[...]
Paul Gauguin Cruises revives Moana Explorer Program for young guests in 2026 | Cruise News
Paul Gauguin Cruises (Ponant-owned brand) will once again offer its Moana Explorer Program for young travelers on 11 select summer and holiday voyages in French Polynesia aboard the ms Paul Gauguin. This complimentary program, unique among luxury cruise lines sailing Tahiti and the islands of French Polynesia, enters its sixth year in collaboration with Te mana o te moana, a foundation dedicated to marine education and conservation in the South Pacific.Designed for children ages 6 to 15, the Moana Explorer Program offers an array of interactive, hands-on activities that immerse participants in the natural beauty and cultural heritage[...]
Campari Group Global Travel Retail Americas promoted two exclusive experiences onboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of[...]
A Carnival Cruise turned chaotic before even leaving port, as passengers demanded refunds following an[...]
Riviera River Cruises will now pay full commission to travel advisors for bookings canceled within[...]
The work is never done improving its cruise ships, and Royal Caribbean is always working[...]
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines is offering guests a free drinks package on select 2024 and[...]
Paul Gauguin Cruises (Ponant-owned brand) will once again offer its Moana Explorer Program for young[...]