Cruise Industry Events
Cruise Industry: Navigating a Greener Future
The cruise industry’s contributions to climate change may be relatively modest compared to other sectors such as shipping, but it’s still making strides toward sustainability. The pressure from eco-conscious consumers, combined with global net-zero goals and regulations, has prompted cruise liners to adopt cleaner practices to reduce maritime emissions. In this article, we’ll explore some […] Read more
The Tourism Lab: memorable stories to tell
Behind every travel experience is a memorable story to tell. These anecdotes connect audiences to unique places and the inspiration behind these journeys. In the current media landscape, storytelling has become a powerful tool to communicate important brand attributes and characteristics to diverse demographics worldwide. Public-facing brands, whether they are organizations or individuals, need assistance […] Read more
Cruise Decarbonization Strategy from V.
The shipping sector is crucial for international trade (~80–90% of global trade occurs through shipping) and hence vital to the world economy. Furthermore, cruise ships, ferries and yachts are an important part of the world’s tourism industry. Due to the scale of the sector, shipping represents ~3% of the total global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, […] Read more
New Partnership for Le Boat and Beneteau Group
The leading river cruise operator and the global leader in the nautical sector are renewing their collaboration with a decade-long commitment. At the heart of the project is the new boat “Liberty,” joining the fleet next year, and a new phase for Le Boat’s Ownership-Management Program. The “Liberty” will be launched in 2025, with Europe’s […] Read more
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 […] Read more
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 […] Read more
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 […] Read more
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 […] Read more
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 […] Read more
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 […] Read more
