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Virgin Voyages has revealed the onboard programme for its two Solar Eclipse Voyages taking place in August 2026. The adults-only cruise line will operate European itineraries on Valiant Lady and Scarlet Lady, with both ships positioned in the path of totality for the solar eclipse on August 12. The sailings are:Solar Eclipse: Iceland & British Isles: A 15-night voyage roundtrip from Portsmouth onboard Valiant Lady, departing August 5. The itinerary calls at Dublin, Glasgow, L

Cruise holidays and trusted European favourites are shaping how Irish people will travel over the next 12 months, according to booking data from Travel Counsellors Ireland. Booking trends for the premium leisure and corporate travel specialists over the coming 12 months saw Greece record the strongest growth in bookings compared with the same period last year, while Japan, South Africa and Singapore emerged as standout destinations. Cruise sales also increased by 18%, reflect

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises announces the debut of three new ships in 2028: the S.S. Helen, S.S. Clara, and the Mekong Mystique, bringing the brand’s total fleet size to 22. The added vessels further elevate Uniworld’s signature boutique river cruise experience across the Danube, Rhine and Mekong rivers, each drawing inspiration from the art, history and culture of the region it sails in. The announcement builds on the momentum of the brand’s recent fleet expansion, with

Are you hoping to get your 2027 family holiday sorted before the back-to-school rush? Irish Ferries 2027 France summer schedules are now available with an enticing 20% early booking offer. Available until the end of September, the offer allows early bookers on Irish Ferries’ Dublin to Cherbourg route to secure their family’s 2027 reservation with a €300 deposit, while also enjoying first choice of sailings and cabins. With this summer’s heatwave conditions top of mind, northe

The launch of the 2027 programme is the most comprehensive launch in VIVA Cruises’ history, featuring new destinations and extended sailing periods. One of the standout moments will be the christening and launch of VIVA UNIQUE in Venice to join VIVA BEYOND in the new VIVA Boutique premium offering. VIVA Cruises is one of the few river cruise lines to operate the full year. VIVA ONE, VIVA TWO, VIVA ENJOY and VIVA BEYOND will begin their sailings in January. February will see t

ITTN’s Lorraine Hales spent a fun day yesterday on board the Irish Ferries Ulysses ship with agents, media and supplier representatives from Travel Partners Group (TPG).

Azamara Cruises today launched “RezA – The Power Behind Confident Booking,” a new chapter of Azamara World Academy (AWA) and a self-paced training module that guides travel advisors is now available to registered travel partners worldwide. Debuting in late 2024, RezA is Azamara’s enhanced reservation platform, developed as part of the brand’s “Listening, Learning, and Linking” initiative and met with an overwhelmingly positive response from the travel advisor community. The n

Oceania Cruises is inviting travellers to discover the Caribbean's vibrant cultures, sun-drenched islands and diverse coastal destinations aboard the line's newest and most recently refreshed ships, all offering a sophisticated, adults-only environment. Each itinerary, ranging from seven to 14 days, is designed for guests to explore the region from a new perspective. Sailing aboard Oceania Cruises' intimate, luxurious ships, including Oceania Marina™, Oceania Vista® and Ocean

ITTN’s Lorraine Hales continued the journey to Waterford Castle yesterday evening, where AmaWaterways and Azamara played host to agents from Waterford, Dungarvan, Kilkenny, Carlow and Cork. A fabulous evening was had by all in the exquisite island location in the sunny south-east.

AMADEUS River Cruises has launched its 2027 5-Star Tailor-Made River Cruises brochure featuring a new luxury ship, 30 brand new experiential excursions, a selection of pre-and post-stays and no-fly options on selected itineraries. In addition, to coincide with the launch and to support agents, AMADEUS River Cruises has increased its commission payments on all 2026 and 2027 departures. The 148-page brochure features 15 different itineraries through France, the Netherlands, Ger

Emerald Cruises & Tours has introduced an exclusive Rhône River cruise solely for Spanish and Portuguese-speaking guests. Created exclusively for the Latin American market, this immersive eight-day voyage through southern France combines world-class cuisine, celebrated wine country, rich cultural experiences and the comfort of travelling with Spanish and Portuguese-speaking onboard support. Sailing aboard an award-winning Emerald Cruises’ Star-Ship, guests will journey throu

Luxury expedition line, Seabourn Cruises has unveiled a new offering - The Ruby Collection: a curated series of 54 voyages in 2028 to commemorate the line's 40th anniversary. Spanning its fleet of five luxury ships, the collection features enhanced onboard offerings, exclusive experiences, and access to destinations where larger ships cannot reach. Now open for booking, the Ruby Collection spans the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, Japan, Alaska, Northern Europe, the

Windstar Cruises has announced More Reasons to Say Yes, a limited-time offer that "makes saying yes to an intimate yacht voyage even easier." Available on new bookings made between 1st July and 17th November 2026, the promotion combines a complimentary All-Inclusive upgrade worth more than £1,000 for two guests on a seven-night voyage, a reduced £300 per stateroom deposit and additional loyalty savings for Yacht Club Members — all while putting the spotlight on Windstar's mos

Crystal Cruises has released new details about Crystal Grace, introducing a collection of thoughtfully designed family and outdoor spaces that will "elevate the guest experience" aboard the brand's newest ship set to debut in 2028. A new outdoor destination for families Located on deck 11, Crystal Grace's dedicated youth area has been designed as a vibrant gathering place where younger guests can enjoy the freedom of open-air play while surrounded by the sea. The space will f

Explora Journeys has unveiled details of its new food and beverage, wellbeing and entertainment experiences for ‘A Serene Mediterranean’ – the Winter 2026-2027 Journeys Collection of EXPLORA II. Highlights include: Immersive Culinary Discoveries: Shore-to-Table experiences, featuring local market visits and chef-led masterclasses in Palermo, Marseille, Barcelona, Bari and Brindisi, alongside exclusive Meet the Winemaker experiences at celebrated Mediterranean vineyards and es

Holland America Line has announced Zuiderdam as the next ship in its Holland America Evolution programme, bringing signature Pinnacle Class experiences as part of the line's largest fleet update in its 153-year history. In addition to revealing the newest ship to be part of this fleet enhancement, Holland America Line also is releasing renderings of the new Pinnacle and Bridgeview Suites for the first time—offering an inside glimpse into this new stateroom category that is a

Luxury small ship cruise line Windstar Cruises has appointed Carla Hines as manager, sales operations and enablement, a newly-created role focused on making it easier for teams and partners around the world to sell Windstar’s style of small-ship exploration and immersive cultural discovery. Based in the UK and reporting into Windstar’s managing director, global commercial Helen Beck, Ms Hines will support the company’s global commercial teams by improving sales processes, too

MSC Cruises has announced that MSC World Asia will feature the largest Venchi chocolate experience ever seen at sea, bringing the premium Italian chocolate brand and new exclusive offerings to guests. The partnership with Venchi reflects MSC Cruises’ ongoing commitment to enriching its onboard offering through collaborations with leading experts. The new flagship will cater to every taste and temptation when it begins sailing the Mediterranean from December 2026. It will offe

Viking Cruises has announced two new river voyages for 2030 that will offer guests the rare opportunity to experience the world-renowned Passion Play in Oberammergau, Germany, which has been performed every 10 years for nearly 400 years.

The passengers travelling on Princess Cruises‘ Majestic Princess over the past week around Britain and Ireland must have thought they were in the Mediterranean. The weather has been so good that lots of sunscreen was required.