Andrew Sheivachman, Skift
Here's the lowdown in a FAQ on what the new U.S. policy toward Cuba means for travel companies and travelers alike.
1 month ago
Hannah Sampson , Skift
Passengers may not care much what executives at cruise companies earn, but it's instructive to realize what goals those CEOs are driven to reach.
Hannah Sampson, Skift
Higher-than-expected cruise passenger counts are good news for an industry that saw much slower growth just a few years ago. A lack of high-profile disasters has been helpful, and cruise lines are getting better at promoting themselves and expanding into new markets.
2 months ago
Anand Krishnamoorthy, Adam Majendie, and Sam Nagarajan, Bloomberg
In addition to courting the next generation of cruisers here in the U.S., cruise companies are smartly looking to China's massive travel market, too.
Deanna Ting, Skift
Who says you can't dream big — or small? Just don't ask us to pitch on Shark Tank, please. Also, this is why we're writers and not entrepreneurs.
3 months ago
Sarah Enelow, Skift
Cruise marketers may already know to pursue millennials and families, but those two groups are incredibly diverse and warrant better targeting.
4 months ago
Patrick Whyte, Skift
Since the heady days of a stock market floatation in 2007, there has not been much to shout about for All Leisure Group. Like a number of other travel companies, it has not been able to cope with the level of geopolitical upheaval in key destinations. It is unlikely to be the only big travel casualty of 2017.
7 months ago
The cruise industry is generally very good at getting passengers to fill all their ships, especially new ones with the latest bells and whistles. Executives have also been trying to get those passengers to pay more for their trips, which is sometimes a struggle.
TUI’s evolution to that of an end-to-end travel provider is set to accelerate next year. It is fast becoming a tourism company in a class of its own.
8 months ago
Associated Press
With state coffers in a pinch because of Alaska's economic downturn, the Alaska Travel Industry Association is trying to supplement governmental funding with an increase in private monies. Without marketing dollars, it would be a shame to see the cruise momentum fall flat.
9 months ago
In an industry full of young brands, Cunard Line emphasizes its history to stand apart. But keeping the needs of modern travelers in mind is important too.
1 year ago
Cruise lines have used technology to create experiences on ships that wow guests, but Royal Caribbean's new CIO makes a good point: Tech should also continue to evolve to make the cruise experience easier to navigate for passengers.
