3 Reasons More People Are Booking Cruises with Travel Agents
According to Tripology, more than 85% of all cruises are booked by travel agents. Many former advocates of self-booking websites are even turning to the pros. Why? These are just a few of the reasons why more cruisers are relying on cruise specialists to plan their perfect vacation at sea. 1. They Know the Cruise […]
Carnival Corp. Opening New Port in Dominican Republic
Carnival Corporation has announced its new port, Amber Cove on the Dominican Republic’s northern coast, will open in October. The $85-million dollar facility will be able to accommodate the largest cruise ships in operation and is expected to host more than 250,000 travelers in its first year. The project represents the largest cruise industry investment […]
An Inside Look at Royal Caribbean’s Espresso Training
Last month, we shared Royal Caribbean’s announcement that its new Espresso booking system would be launching in March. Travel agents around the country are preparing for the March 29th launch date with online and live training sessions. One of our agents, Robbin Hunter of Blu Diamond Travel, was featured in an article by Travel Agent Central covering […]
Royal Caribbean Announces New Mega-Ship to Debut in 2016
Royal Caribbean announced that the Harmony of the Seas, the third in the Oasis-class line, will be the world’s largest cruise ship. Due to launch in April 2016, the ship will measure 227,000 tons and carry 5,479 passengers. The 16-deck ship will hold 100 more passengers than the Oasis and Allure, which are the largest […]
Travel Agents Will Save Time & Money With Royal Caribbean’s New Espresso System
Royal Caribbean has announced their new reservation system for travel agents, Espresso, will launch in March of this year. Espresso is slated to create a more efficient, intuitive booking experience for agents. Espresso is especially helpful for cash-strapped independent travel agents because it’s free to use. Espresso will replace the CruiseMatch system currently in place […]
Booking Disney Cruises in 2015: What You Need to Know
Whether you’re vacationing with kids, or looking for a grown-up getaway at sea, Disney’s four ships provide plenty of enchantment for vacationers of any age. These tips and options to consider before embarking will ensure you and your family have a completely magical voyage. Pay Less Now if You Book Before Feb. 15th Disney Cruise […]
Carnival Reveals Vista Will Have Onboard Brewery
At the end of 2014, craft beer sales surpassed sales of Budweiser in the U.S. This fact has not been lost on cruise lines, as they continue to add more specialty brews to their ships’ beverage lists. Last Thursday, Carnival took the craft beer craze a step further with their announcement that the highly-anticipated, 4,000-passenger […]
The Best Cruise Lines for Solo Travelers
Living the single life? Need a little freedom from your family? No problem! An increasing number of travelers set sail by themselves, either for the chance at finding romance on board, or for a few days of complete peace and quiet, or even just as a break from all routine. With everything from special classes […]
Norwegian Cruise Lines Announces Norwegian Escape Events for Travel Agents
Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) has announced a series of promotional events for travel partners and agents to meet with cruise line leadership in anticipation of the launching of their new ship, Norwegian Escape. Between January and March, events will be held in 21 cities across the U.S. and Canada, including New York, Boston, Atlanta, Montreal, […]
New Longer Carnival Cruises Mean Higher Commissions for Travel Agents
Looking for a unique cruise experience? Carnival has announced they will be offering several one-of-a-kind, extended sailings scheduled for the end of 2015 and early 2016. The 11 sailings depart from Long Beach, Calif.; Port Canaveral, Fla.; San Juan, Puerto Rico; Miami; and New Orleans. Travelers will have the opportunity to visit more than two […]
