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River cruising battle is heating up

COMPETITION in Europe’s river cruising sector is likely to heat up with the news of Celebrity Cruises’ entry into the category, according to analysts.

Ray begins to shine

SILVERSEA’S Silver Ray has set sail on her debut Grand Voyage, a 71-day circumnavigation of South America, featuring 38 destinations and 17 countries.

Making the most of Manfredi’s

THE Australian and New Zealand contingent aboard Viking Polaris this week were treated to an exclusive hosted dinner in the ship’s private dining room, with a menu from the adjacent Manfredi’s Restaurant.

Croisi joins CLIA

CROISIEUROPE has joined Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) as a River Cruise Marketing Affiliate.

TM cruise growth

TRAVELMANAGERS’ cruise sales grew 30% last year, the company has revealed.

Get Eddy for this

ANDREW Eddy will spearhead newly independent Hurtigruten’s sales and industry partnership, as the Norwegian operator’s new Sales Director.

Porthole 31 Jan 25

SOME lucky cruisers, particularly those sailing in Antarctica, often get to spot a whale on their voyage.

On location inFournier Bay 31 Jan 25

Cruise Calendar 31 Jan 25

CURRENT ports of call in Australia and New Zealand.

Ten river ships just the beginning for RCG

ROYAL Caribbean Group (RCG) is not done ordering river cruise ships, with more set to be ordered for Celebrity Cruises, and potentially even Silversea, President & Chief Executive Jason Liberty (pictured) said.