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April 23, 2024
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INSIGHT BY ANDREA ZELINSKI
ASTA's Kerby: Wall Street should understand trade's benefits -- and cruise lines can help
Viking's comments in its IPO registration form about seeking to grow direct business caught the attention of ASTA president and CEO Zane Kerby.
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NEWS
Star Princess debut pushed back, resulting in nine canceled cruises
Princess Cruises and shipbuilder Fincantieri said they needed more time to finish the ship, postponing the maiden cruise to Oct. 4, 2025.
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Travel advisors continue to find value in third-party shore excursions
When a group on an independent tour in Africa missed the last tender to the Norwegian Dawn, it caused a flurry of media attention. Advisors are still confident about working with independent vendors.
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Cunard takes delivery of the Queen Anne
The 3,000-guest ship is headed to Southampton, England, from where it will sail a seven-night maiden voyage to Lisbon on May 3.
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Norwegian Aqua restaurants and bars revealed
New concepts include specialty Thai restaurant Sukhothai, plant-based Planterie in the Indulge Food Hall and the Swirl Wine Bar.
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A Virgin Voyages cruise helps grieving siblings reconnect
After their mother's death, writer Megan Padilla and her siblings used a Virgin Voyages cruise to reconnect and honor their mother.
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