CTN March / April 2026
As global conflicts once again unsettle travellers and test consumer confidence, the value of a trusted travel agent has never been clearer. In moments like these, when travellers look for reassurance and a calming voice, it’s the trade that steps…
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Younger travellers are identifying river cruising as a unique way to see the world, but perceptions around cost continue to dampen appetite, according to Cruise Trade News' 2026 Annual Report River cruising has long been considered a holiday option reserved...
In the latest edition of our Question Time series, travel consultant apprentice for Ocean World Travel, Emily Babey asks the experts which destinations she should champion in 2026 to entice new customers The number of destinations cruise lines can reach...
Sponsored by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines What would you rather: spending a week in the cold, dreary December rain in the UK or swapping it out for a seven-night fun-filled fiesta in the Canary Islands? Well, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines...
Sponsored by Crystal Crystal is ushering in a new era of ultra-luxury cruising – and for travel agents, the opportunities are significant With key construction milestones now confirmed for its first new-build in 25 years, Crystal Grace, Crystal is building...
The UK government is placing stricter regulations on the emissions cruise ships produce while in port, but with limited shore power infrastructure in place, is the policy accelerating decarbonisation or undermining cruise’s competitiveness? From July 2026, the UK government will...
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Royal Caribbean has confirmed the order of two more Icon class ships They will be the sixth and seventh vessels in the class when they enter service, scheduled for 2029 and 2030, respectively. Royal Caribbean currently has two Icon class...
Luxury river cruise line AmaWaterways has revealed the latest phase of its UK trade sales team expansion with the appointment of three new staff members New joiners include Hayley Gadd, business development manager for the west midlands and south west;...
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