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A&K Travel Group: Alliance with Architecture and Design
A&K Travel Group, a global company specializing in luxury and personalized travel, has announced an exclusive partnership with the acclaimed architect Adriana Granato and a long-term collaboration with naval architects Giacomo and Lorenzo Mortola. Adriana Granato, who graduated in Architecture from the Politecnico di Milano and the Politecnico di Torino, also holds a PhD in […]
Caribbean Week 2024 in New York
The Caribbean Week, a key event for tourism professionals and enthusiasts alike, organized by the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), was held from June 16 to 21, 2024, at the InterContinental New York Times Square, in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. “Connecting the Globe, Celebrating Diversity”; this was the theme of the CTO’s 35th anniversary, offering […]
Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife hosts three new ships
The Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife recently welcomed the cruise ships National Geographic Endurance, Viking Sky, and Celebrity Ascent for the first time. The event was celebrated with the traditional presentation of metope to the respective ships, highlighting the significance of these inaugural visits. The National Geographic Endurance, an icebreaker class ship, received its metope during [&hell
Emirates and MSC: partnership renewed
Emirates and MSC Cruises renew their partnership for another two seasons, reaffirming Dubai as a key cruise hub. MSC Euribia’s winter itineraries from Dubai for the 2024/25 winter season offer 7 unforgettable nights with destinations including Doha in Qatar, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, and some itineraries also include Sir Bani Yas, the largest natural island in […]
Castries Port of Saint Lucia: the agreement with GPH
Global Ports Holding Plc (GPH), the world’s largest cruise port operator, has officially commenced operations at the Castries Port of Saint Lucia (SLCP). The event, marked by a special ceremony at the port’s North Pier, saw the participation of high-ranking government dignitaries and key industry partners. During the inaugural ceremony, Global Ports Holding Chairman and […]
Aroya Cruises: exclusive preview at ATM
Aroya Cruises, the new cruise company launched by Cruise Saudi, will make its debut at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, scheduled for May 6, 2024. This annual event attracts leaders and professionals from the tourism sector worldwide, offering a unique opportunity to present Aroya Cruises’ innovative vision to a global audience. With its […]
CLIA 2024: the state of the Cruise Industry Report
The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has published a detailed report on the cruise industry for the year 2024, covering various significant aspects such as passenger volume, trends, sustainability efforts, economic impacts, and future projections. The CLIA represents a unified voice for the cruise sector, supporting policies and practices that promote safe, healthy, and sustainable [
Hanseatic Inspiration: New Routes on the Amazon River
With Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, after the Hanseatic Spirit, the Hanseatic Inspiration also sailed the Amazon River for the first time between March and April 2024, and new routes are also planned for next year with the Hanseatic Nature. Hapag-Lloyd Cruises thus continues its success story in the expedition sector, boasting a 20-year career of undertaking these […]
The Sustainable Tourism Conference in Grenada
From April 22 to 24, 2024, the Caribbean Sustainable Tourism Conference was held in Grenada. This exceptional event promoted Study Tour initiatives aimed at encouraging innovative sustainable practices in the region. The event, named Sustainable Tourism Conference (STC 2024), stood out for offering a series of exclusive Study Tours, reflecting the central theme of the […]
Blue Ports and Destination: three MedCruise Ports win
On the occasion of the 9th ‘Our Ocean Conference’, held on April 16 in Athens, maritime sustainability excellence was celebrated through the awarding of the ‘Blue Ports and Destinations’ prizes. The event was organized by the BlueMissionMed project in collaboration with MedCruise and supported by the European Commission, recognizing four ports deemed exemplary for their […]
The Port of Liverpool and GPH: the new partnership
Global Ports Holding Plc (“GPH”), the world’s largest independent cruise port operator, has officially integrated the Liverpool Cruise Port into its network during a special event held on April 10, 2024, at Seatrade Cruise Global. The event, which took place at the Global Ports Holding stand, attracted the attention of many industry stakeholders, highlighting the […]
Pointe de Floride 2026: new era for the Port of Le Havre
Starting in 2022, the new partnership between Haropa Port and the urban area of Le Havre Seine Metropole led to the founding of a new company called GIP Le Havre Croisieres, aimed at revolutionizing the management of cruise terminals and developing new infrastructure at the Port of Le Havre. Steven Protois, General Manager, and Valerie […]
Havila Voyages: strong balance sheet and liquidity
Havila Voyages (Havila Kystruten AS), a Norwegian shipping company that operates coastal voyages between Bergen and Kirkenes, has completed a refinancing that ensures the company has stronger liquidity and balance sheet. In the quarterly report for the last quarter of 2023, Havila Voyages announced a refinancing of the secured bond loan, including the related repayment […]
F&B@Sea Awards 2024: Winners Announced
In Miami, on April 11th, the inaugural debut ceremony of the F&B@Sea Awards took place, celebrating innovations and excellence in the food and beverage sector on cruises globally. The grand event, hosted by Ken Taylor, Vice President of MarkeTeam, and Holly Payne, Deputy Editor of Seatrade Cruise News, highlighted the growing importance of the Food […]
ALMACO recommends Superstructures built off-site
Traditional methods may not always be the best option for smaller cruise ships and expedition vessels. Almaco has extensive experience in building vessels of various sizes and segments allows to utilize synergies and adopt methods from other segments, saving costs and reducing construction time. Almcao highly recommends building the superstructure off-site while simultaneously constructing the [&h