CRUISES

As India emerges as one of the fastest-growing cruise markets, global operators intensify focus on trade partnerships and distribution strength. With demand rising across leisure and MICE segments, the appointment of Travstarz as WCA’s exclusive India partner signals expanding opportunities for agents and charter specialists. Rahul Bhadana India’s growing appetite …

The cruise industry is attaining new heights in innovation, offering travellers more than just a journey — it offers an experience. ‘The audience just needs to choose the destination, and we will help them match with the right ship,’ says Leena Brahme, Business Head – India, Sharaf Travel, in an …

Cruise lines are realising that the future is the younger generation. Millennials and Gen Z – and even Gen Alpha – are becoming consumer targets for the cruise industry. Will the industry be able to enthuse them enough to start planning a cruise holiday soon? Hazel Jain Today’s young travellers, …

Vivek Jain, MD, Griffon Cruises, says that Europe continues to be their best-selling itineraries for cruise – whether it is the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands, the British Isles or the Adriatic cruises. While this probably may not change much in the coming years, his aim is to introduce Indian clientele …

With a focus on innovation and guest experience, Norwegian Cruise Line continues to tap tier II and III cities for its global cruises in addition to the metros. But importantly, Manoj Singh, Country Head – India, Norwegian Cruise Line, is aiming to promote longer, port-immersive itineraries typically lasting at least …

Nishith Saxena, Founder & Director, Cruise Professionals, says the Indian market has been an integral part of the growth story of almost all the brands they represent. The company, taking part in B2B meetings to interact with trade partners in person and educate them about its product line, advises them …

Disney Cruise Line unveils its next-gen experiences it has created keeping the Gen Z and the millennials in mind. Sarah Fox, Vice President and Regional General Manager, Disney Cruise Line, shares more details about their offerings catered to this specific segment. Hazel Jain Disney Cruise Line is setting sail with …

After a big reveal in Singapore and launching bookings for Disney Adventure, Disney Cruise Line is witnessing a huge demand from India and the team is leaving no stone unturned to tap the leisure as well as the MICE segment from the market. Before sailing starts, the team is aggressively …

Costa Cruises has strengthened its presence in India by introducing a new team of four preferred sales agents. This strategic expansion of its distribution channel aims to seamlessly cater to both incentive and leisure markets, unlocking India’s vast and largely untapped potential for cruising. Hazel Jain With India being a …