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Travel Promoters is delighted to extend a warm welcome to the Zambezi Queen Collection by Mantis, joining its portfolio of “properties with personality”. Located on the great Chobe River that borders Namibia and the Chobe National Park in Botswana, the Zambezi Queen Collection is made up of four houseboats; the ever-elegant Zambezi Queen and her three Chobe Princesses, as well as the intimate and secluded Ichingo Chobe River Lodge, set above the flowing waters of the Chobe River on Namibia’s Impalila Island.

Celebrity Cruises® is extending an irresistible invitation to discerning travelers: Come on board and discover a world where ‘Nothing Comes Close SM’ to the elevated experiences and unmatched offerings that await on a premium journey at sea. ‘Nothing Comes Close’, Celebrity Cruises’ new brand positioning and brand identity, premiered globally on April 8th.

Holland America Line is working with Audible, a leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling, as the first cruise line to offer a co-branded book club with celebrated authors across different genres.

AdventureSmith Explorations, the leader in small-ship adventure cruises, is making it easier than ever to explore less frequented areas of Alaska with new cruise itineraries and charters. This summer, travelers can circumnavigate Prince William Sound for the first time aboard a 36-guest yacht, participate in a new ice-focused itinerary in the Inside Passage, or design their own private experience of North America’s premier wilderness aboard an 8-12 passenger chartered ship.

Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, is introducing “The Collection,” a series of exclusive sailings featuring unique, one-of-a-kind shoreside experiences that complement the line’s unparalleled, ultra-luxury experiences.

Royal Caribbean and The Wiggles are teaming up to offer an unparalleled family holiday experience in Australia for the summer of 2025-2026. The collaboration introduces exclusive Wiggles Sailings featuring beloved characters like Captain Feathersword and Dorothy the Dinosaur.

Carnival Corporation & plc, the world’s largest cruise company, today announced it has signed an agreement with Meyer Werft shipyard for a fifth Excel-class cruise ship for its namesake Carnival Cruise Line brand, with the delivery set for 2028

AdventureSmith Explorations, a leading small-ship adventure cruise provider, shares expert tips on obtaining the best deals for Arctic expeditions. With increased interest in Arctic travel and expanded expedition ship capacity, AdventureSmith advises travelers on cost-saving strategies. Recommendations include exploring higher-tier cabins for potential discounts, opting for triple or quad cabins for group travel, and considering solo cabin options to avoid single supplements.

With less than three months to go until the launch of its new ship, Cunard has revealed a glimpse of the elevated retail experiences awaiting guests on Queen Anne.

Travelzoo®, the club for travel enthusiasts has launched the brand-new ‘Cruise Hub’ – a guide to cruising from some of the most influential voices in the industry.