Cruise Trade News

CRUISE TRADE NEWS is the top trade publication for the cruise holiday industry in the UK. It is published by Real Response Media Ltd, which also produces the popular consumer magazine World of Cruising, along with the Wave Awards and Cruise Ports & Destinations. This magazine is released every month and includes special annual guides focused on various destinations. In addition to the publication, the Cruise Trade News brand organizes live events and agent roadshows.

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#919672

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#276872

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Unlock the Caribbean with NCL’s Norwegian Aqua™

1 week ago | cruisetradenews.com | Will Payne

Having successfully hosted more than 3,000 agents on several preview sailings in Europe, Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship, Norwegian Aqua, is now gearing up to take guests on a Caribbean adventureThe vessel, which is the first instalment in the line’s Prima Plus class, is 10 per cent larger than its Prima Class sister ships Norwegian Prima® and Norwegian Viva®.
AmaWaterways makes Magdalena debut with new luxury ship

1 week ago | cruisetradenews.com | Will Payne
Andy Harmer: 'River is not just thriving

2 weeks ago | cruisetradenews.com | Will Payne

Andy Harmer OBE highlights the strength of the river cruise sector and why now is the perfect time to enhance your knowledge of the world’s waterwaysRiver cruise has gone from strength to strength in the past few years, which was highlighted once again at our recent annual RiverView Conference. Delegates from a wide range of agencies joined us in Budapest, as we hailed another successful 12 months for both the sector itself and those in the trade who sell it.
Cristiano Ronaldo fronts Aroya Cruises' new digital campaign

2 weeks ago | cruisetradenews.com | Will Payne

Aroya Cruises has unveiled a new campaign starring world-renowned footballer Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner and model Georgina RodríguezThe digital campaign was launched on the couples’ respective Instagram channels on 10 April, following a series of teasers. In the film, the Al-Nassr footballer can be seen at home with Rodríguez as they plan their holiday, before their home transforms into an Aroya ship, complete with sun lounger, branded kitchenware and balcony.
How to enhance your clients' cruise holidays with Rovos Rail

2 weeks ago | cruisetradenews.com | Will Payne

Help your customers experience the best of the region by pairing a South Africa cruise with a Rovos Rail escorted train holidayRather like cruising, an escorted rail holiday is an exciting way to travel – where the journey becomes as much a part of the experience as the destination.
Hurtigruten offers 12-day Northern Lights cruise in April incentive

2 weeks ago | cruisetradenews.com | Will Payne

Hurtigruten is offering its travel agent partners the chance to win a 12-day Northern Lights cruise for two people The new incentive comes as the line hopes to drive bookings for The Coastal Express – Northern Lights cruises with direct charter flights from the UK. Agents can also earn enhanced Hurtigruten Rewards, as well as the cruise, for bookings made with charter flights from Bournemouth, Bristol, Nottingham, Newcastle, Norwich and Manchester.
Viking to deploy ship 'capable of sailing with zero emissions'

2 weeks ago | cruisetradenews.com | Will Payne

Viking has announced plans to launch what it claims to be the world’s first hydrogen-powered cruise shipIn a joint statement with Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, the line confirmed Viking Libra, which it says will be capable of operating with zero emissions, is currently under construction in Ancona. Scheduled for delivery in late 2026, the vessel will have a gross tonnage of approximately 54,300, with 499 staterooms that can accommodate up to 998 guests.
ROL Cruise promotes Sarah Wikevand to chief commercial officer

2 weeks ago | cruisetradenews.com | Will Payne

ROL Cruise has promoted Sarah Wikevand to chief commercial officer; the first strategic appointment made by Rosie Cairns since becoming CEOThe promotion sees Wikevand take full responsibility for the development and execution of ROL Cruise’s commercial strategy, ensuring alignment with the company’s overarching business objectives as it embarks on a new era of employee ownership and celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025.
Emerald Cruises to deploy three new ships in 2027

2 weeks ago | cruisetradenews.com | Will Payne

Emerald Cruises has unveiled a major multi-ship expansion for 2027 to follow the launch of Emerald Kaia and Emerald Astra in April 2026The 2027 growth will introduce two new superyachts and one new European river ship – including the brand’s first-ever vessel on the Seine River. Following the debut of Kaia in 2026, the line will introduce two additional superyachts in 2027, Emerald Raiya and Emerald Xara.
Award nomination caps World of Cruising TV season 2 success

2 weeks ago | cruisetradenews.com | Will Payne

Cruise Trade News’ sister publication World of Cruising’s foray into television has been nominated for an award at this year’s PPA AwardsThe show, which is designed to help guests open their minds to cruise lines, ships and itineraries they may not have considered before, capped the successful launch of its second season by being nominated for Video Content of the Year – New for 2025.