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Cruise Weekly today Cruise Weekly today features Silversea launches Project Invictus six pages of all the latest cruise A MULTI-YEAR initiative to industry news. upgrade ’ ultra-luxury offerings has been announced by the brand, HK cruise pax up accompanied by news its acquisition by Royal A REPORT released by travel Cruises (RCL) has been finalised. data company air4casts has Project Invictus will aim to revealed the number of pax deliver Silversea an enhanced serviced by ’s two range of product upgrades and major cruise ports in 2017 ship revitalisation programs. were up 4.4%. “Our intent is to solidify our More than 1.7 million pax already strong leadership passed through the Kai Tok position with an exciting array of and Ocean terminals, with upgrades that thrill our guests,” 700,000 of these travellers said Silversea’s chief executive “homeporters”, beginning and officer Roberto Martinoli. been flagged for RCL finalised its two-thirds ending their holiday from the The first phase of improvements in Dec 2018, which will include a acquisition of Silversea this week same terminal. will begin rolling out this month, partial refit of all guest cabins. after receiving final approval from Indian nationals were also with Silver Muse (pictured) to is also scheduled its regulators. revealed as the fastest-growing offer upgraded Champagne and to enter a dry dock renovation in “We are proud to officially non-Chinese nationality caviar to guests from 19 Aug. Dec 2018, to redesign the vessel welcome Silversea’s industry- homeporting out of Hong The culinary upgrade will then in line with a “Musification” leading team to the RCL family,” Kong, showing a 255% growth be rolled out across Silversea’s blueprint, taking inspiration from said Royal Caribbean Cruises in 2017, compared to the entire fleet soon after. the design of the cruise line’s chairman and chief executive same period in 2016. Further improvements have flagship, Silver Muse. Richard Fain.

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Cruise plan hailed NCL extends Hawaii THE NSW Govt’s recently has Tauck revels in upturn released Cruise Development extended its Free at Sea offer Plan (CW 31 Jul), which on seven-day roundtrip cruises advocates for a passenger from Honolulu, departing from facility in Botany Bay rather Sep 2018. than Sydney Harbour’s Garden Guests now have until 14 Island, has been welcomed by Aug to book a cruise and take the industry. advantage of the deal which “We are delighted that includes a selection of offers the Cruise Plan has been such as a free pre-cruise hotel delivered...ensuring Sydney or specialty dining package, can accommodate the most US$500 of on board credit, or modern cruise ships in the a reduced deposit fee. world is key to unlocking The cruise features overnight tourism potential,” said Royal stays at the Hawaiian islands Caribbean Cruises ANZ md of Maui and Kaua’i. Susan Bonner. Norwegian’s md Asia Pacific Steve Odell also responded by saying the plan was “definitely Viking incentive LUXURY small ship cruise a positive step forward to VIKING has announced a operator Tauck says it has achieving greater certainty and new trade incentive for the “more new product coming a platform for growth”, while travel agent who sells the most into the market than ever Carnival Australia released a Viking river cruises between before”, thanks to the response stating “Now the Fed 01 Aug - 30 Nov. rebound of many important Govt has taken Garden Island The lucky winner who global cruise markets. off the table, we will continue deposits the most bookings The company has to work constructively with the will go on an eight-day Lyon witnessed a significant NSW Government in exploring and Provence river cruise for increase in Aussie sales for the world, it’s bigger than Canada the feasibility of Port Botany.” two - CLICK HERE for more. European river cruises in 2018, and it’s bigger than the United experiencing “double-digit Kingdom, second only to the growth” in the category. United States,” he added. “Places where we saw some The cruise line boasts a strong disruption we are now seeing repeat customer base, with more people travelling back to - France than half of its sales comprised & for example is stronger than of guests who have travelled with ever,” said vp, global sales and the company in the past, this year present partner relations Steven Spivak. securing “85% of business from “But the hottest destinations repeats and referrals”. right now are Spain, Portugal, Tauck plans to capitalise on Ireland and Scotland - these its current growth trajectory by CRYSTAL markets have been record- continuing to invest in important breaking,” he added. trade initiatives in Australia. CRUISES Besides the external factors, “We do events in partnership WEBINAR SERIES Spivak also attributes the with travel agents, educational strong year in Australia to some programs, we also have WEBINAR 2 LAUNCHES 8 AUGUST important points of difference something called the Tauck between Tauck and rival small Academy Program, where we Register and tune in for your ship luxury cruise brands. actually take agents to the chance to win a luxury cruise. “We offer experiences that no destinations,” Spivak said. other brand can get access to, like For further info on 2019 going to The Louvre in Paris or European cruises, CLICK HERE. Italy’s Sistine Chapel after they’re Pictured: Tauck vp, global sales closed to the public...and that’s and partner relations Steven all included,” Spivak said. Spivak (top), and (inset) a “Australians like to travel well... selection of the company’s 2019 it’s our second biggest market in brochures.

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Seabourn returns Endeavour sailings SEABOURN is returning to CRYSTAL Yacht Expedition Australasia with Seabourn Cruises yesterday unveiled Encore and Seabourn Sojourn the itineraries for its newest over the 2018 - 2019 season. vessel, Crystal Endeavor. The ships will offer multiple Setting sail from Aug 2020 cruises around Australia, through to Jan 2021, she will CARNIVAL Cruise Lines has interiors in bright colours inspired New Zealand and the South sail voyages of 12 to 22 days announced a multimillion dollar by the line’s Caribbean itineraries. Pacific with selected itineraries to destinations such as Japan refurbishment is scheduled in Other new features include headed into boutique ports, and the Russian Far East, 2019 for Carnival Triumph that eight new restaurants, four new sheltered coves and hidden New Zealand, Australia and will see the ship emerge from bar and lounge areas, three new harbours, while enjoying Antarctica, along with the its dry dock renamed Carnival recreation and sporting areas, excursions such as ‘Shopping Philippines and Bali. Sunrise (pictured) and sporting a an expanded Cloud 9 Spa, larger with the Chef’ and special Itinerary highlights include host of new features. retail spaces and a selection of deck events, dance parties and the 16-day Philippines, Borneo The $200 million makeover will new kids activity areas. Movies Under the Stars. & Indonesia Quest, sailing take place in Cadiz, Spain, from “Carnival’s investments are part Along with regular favourites, between Taipei & Bali on 29 01 Mar, where it will spend two of an overall plan that is raising both ships will also have new Sep 2020, where pax will get months being refitted before the bar on ship amenities and itineraries and extended to explore Taroko Gorge, and re-entering service with a series features, itineraries and offshore voyages including the 16-day Borneo’s Kinabatangan River. of five- to seven-day voyages excursions that our guests are New Zealand’s Splendours on Another key trip is the 22-day departing from Norfolk, Virginia, loving,” said Gus Antorcha, chief board Seabourn Encore and Antarctica & The Ross Sea USA from 29 Apr 2019. operating officer for Carnival. the 22-day Landfalls of Captain Expedition, Christchurch to The update will include the ’s first round Cook and 36-Day Holiday Hobart, leaving 28 Jan 2021. redesign of two Captain’s Suites of itineraries departing from Australia Exploration on board Bookings for Crystal Society offering floor-to-ceiling windows Norfolk, New York and Ft Seabourn Sojourn - CLICK HERE guests opens on 09 Aug and to and extended balcony suites, Lauderdale are now open for more information. the public on 23 Aug. while all other Staterooms will for reservations - for more be refreshed with island-inspired information, CLICK HERE.

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Scenic embraces Vietnamese artists SCENIC has tapped into a rise in popularity of contemporary South-East Asian art by installing more than 30 hand-picked pieces on board its Scenic Spirit. Guests travelling on the Mekong River can take a guided tour to view the works while HELLOWORLD Travel’s Cruise Stars to head off for a learning about the artists and their inspiration. wholesale division last weekend week-long Alaska voyage courtesy Scenic’s 2019/2020 South East Asia brochure is out now. celebrated its top achieving of Crystal Cruises (CW 31 Jul). agents on Hamilton Island, Pictured above with Helloworld including this group who were Travel executive director Ecruising launches best of Japan tour named as the Cruise Star finalists Cinzia Burnes are, from left: FROM Mar 2019, Ecruising is offering travellers a new 22-night for 2018. Angela Kaluzyn, Skilled Travel; cruise and land tour that explores a range of Japan’s highlights. The consultants were evaluated Brian Bennett, Travel 7 Cruise Beginning in Hong Kong on 17 Mar, guests spend one night in the on their sales across the Cruise Professionals; Gemma Smith city before boarding Holland America’s ms Westerdam and cruising Team and Seven Oceans Cruising of City Beach Travel; Richard through , , portfolio, with Lisa Carter from Schouwen of Kawana Waters & arriving in Yokohama 31 Mar. Capricorn Travel taking out Travel; and Lisa Carter of Following a three-day city tour the top award as Helloworld’s Capricorn Travel. guests visit Kyoto & Osaka before National Cruise Consultant. The other finalist was Catherine returning to Australia on 07 Apr. Next year the cruise incentive Bell of the Hunter Travel Group’s Call 1300 369 848 for information. is being separated from the Cruise Travel Centre Green Hills, company’s FIT brands, with the who wasn’t able to be there.

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Cruise child-free Viking Xmas cruises CARNIVAL Cruise Line is VIKING Cruises is reminding offering a Honeyboomers Sale agents it still has a number on twin cabins for bookings of places on a range of its made by 06 Aug. Christmas cruises in 2019. Couples can enjoy a child- Journeys include an 18-day free holiday & save up to $800 South America and the Chilean - call 13 31 94 & quote RD7. Fjords exploration departing Argentina’s capital Buenos Aires for Santiago. The trip is priced from $9,995 per person in a Veranda stateroom and departs 21 Dec 2019. Another cruise option is the 10-day Portugal’s River of Gold SALARY & cruise setting sail from Lisbon P&O Cruises recently to Porto on board the Viking celebrated Vanuatu EMPLOYMENT Helgrim. Independence Day The journey is priced from on 30 Jul on board $3,895 per person for a the SURVEY Standard stateroom and along with its many departs 21 Dec 2019. Ni-Vanuatu crew For further information members. on Viking’s list of Christmas Amidst the party cruises, CLICK HERE. and national pride was Joanna Toka (inset centre), one of P&O ad complaint P&O’s longest serving Ni Vanuatu crew P&O Cruises has had a members who is a bar steward member of the family to join complaint brought against one on board Pacific Explorer and has the crew, making his parents of its advertising campaigns been sailing with P&O since 2002. proud and working hard in Pacific dismissed by the Ad Standards Toka’s husband Jemson (inset Explorer’s galley. Community Panel. right) and son Junior (inset left) “It’s fantastic that we have Ad Standards received are also employed by P&O, two generations of the one Ni complaints against the cruise Win a Google making the day of celebration Vanuatu family working together brand regarding its “ship Home Mini or very much a family affair. on Pacific Explorer,” said Carnival yeah” and “a shipload of fun” EVENT cinema Click Jemson is a well respected Australia & P&O Cruises Australia tickets television commercials. here to member of the onboard Ni president Sture Myrmell. The Panel determined the have your Vanuatu community, working as “It shows in the most emphatic ads “did not use strong or say a stateroom steward after joining way that cruising represents a obscene language” & therefore P&O in 2004. very real opportunity for island were not inappropriate. Toka’s son Junior is the newest communities,” he added.

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FACE-2- PORTHOLE FACE: with Jill Abel - CEO Lisa Pile THE donkeys on the Greek VICE President Sales AU/NZ Taking a National island of Santorini have some Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Outlook advice for the cruise industry - THERE has been much discussion stop allowing obese passengers 1. What motivates you in this week around the ongoing to ride on our backs! your career? berthing issues in Sydney. Christina Kaloudi from the I truly love what I do. I ACA will continue to work with Santorini Animal Welfare all parties on the studies around Association believes in the know we are not saving lives, continue to learn and develop. developing Botany Bay as the next last 10 years, the number of but I very much hope we are 6. What was your best fam? feasible port solution. overweight tourists arriving enhancing many. I do jump out In Aug 2016, we took 50 of Most importantly, we need to via cruise ships from America, of bed each morning! Australia & New Zealand’s top recognise in any discussions around Australia’s growth in the cruise Russia and the UK has “trebled”, 2. Most common assumption travel agents on the inaugural people make about your job? voyage of ; industry globally, that all our ports and that the donkeys are now are intrinsically linked and it is overworked and can’t handle the It’s all fun! the most luxurious ship ever inappropriate for us to look at any much heavier loads. 3. What is the key to building built, sailing from Barcelona one destination in isolation. “The holiday season on the great relationships with agents? to Lisbon. It was the most SA for example recently delivered islands is now a lot longer than Being available, honest, fantastic experience, the its cruise strategy and it includes a it used to be, meaning that the understanding their people make the memories all target of 100 cruise ship visits by donkeys are pretty much in work requirements as well as those the more special. 2020 - an economic injection of $200 million into South Australia’s the whole year round,” Kaloudi of their clients, providing a 7. My next cruise will be… told the media. economy. quality product/service which In Nov on Seven Seas Explorer. This is more than doable if The animals have traditionally they can sell with confidence I love the Mediterranean everyone works together. been used on the island to and never undermining them. outside of the traditional peak On a local level, regional ports like transport people over hilly 4. Biggest challenge facing period. I will celebrate my Kangaroo Island and Port Lincoln areas which vehicles cannot the industry? birthday in Rome - does it get need to work with the major capital access, however, during the city hub in Adelaide. peak months of May to Oct, up Capacity and port access. much better? To implement successful to five cruise ships a day dock in It is predicted that the cruise 8. Favourite cruise multistate itineraries, we need Santorini, bringing 1,200 tourists industry will carry 40 million destination? to ensure all the states across who ride the donkeys to Fira. passengers by 2027. Australia The Mediterranean is fun. southern Australia - Victoria, Thankfully, most owners follow has a huge opportunity to 9. Celebrity you’d like to WA and Tasmania – are working cohesively with South Australia. the regulations and don’t allow benefit from this, but growth cruise with? And most critically, for long-haul tourists over a certain weight to of the industry in this country Clive James, Barry Humphries. itineraries to work, Australia’s take a ride. is dependent on our ports 10. Favourite thing to do in gateway ports like Sydney need to Talk about having the weight being able to accommodate port? function effectively. of the world on your shoulders! more capacity – the problem is Walk the city and find a So when we sit down at future especially acute in Sydney. fabulous place to eat and meetings to discuss berthing issues 5. Advice for up-and-comers? experience local food and wine in Sydney we need to understand that this has a huge flow on effect It’s a cliche I know, but you whilst people watching. around Australia being considered have to really love what you do. 11. When not at work, how as a viable cruise destination. We spend a lot of time at work. do you spend your time? I am confident we can solve this If you love what you do, you’ll Catching up with my beautiful current challenge so we can support have great energy and want to family and friends. our national cruise industry to succeed well into the future.

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