Award nomination caps World of Cruising TV season 2 success
Cruise Trade News’ sister publication World of Cruising’s foray into television has been nominated for an award at this year’s PPA Awards
The show, which is designed to help guests open their minds to cruise lines, ships and itineraries they may not have considered before, capped the successful launch of its second season by being nominated for Video Content of the Year – New for 2025.
World of Cruising TV features six 30-minute episodes each showcasing a single cruise line, such as Atlas Ocean Voyages, Riviera Travel, Ambassador, Hurtigruten, Saga Holidays and Virgin Voyages.
Each episode sees hosts Dean Wilson chat to a cruise line representative about the brand and highlighted itineraries. Next, Michelin star chef Marc Fosh prepares dishes inspired by the line’s menus in the studio kitchen before the guests join him for a tasting.
Chris Pitchford, founder of World of Cruising TV’s parent company, Real Response Media, said: “We’re delighted with the response to World of Cruising TV season 2 and are honoured to be nominated for Video Content of the Year at the 2025 PPA Awards.
“A lot of hard work goes on behind the scenes to bring our loyal viewers a high-quality show, so this nomination means so much to so many. We’re already planning season 3 and have seen a lot of interest from our partners. We can’t wait to share more.”
Head of trade and partnerships UK and Ireland for Riviera Travel, Vicky Billing added: “We started the journey with WOC TV around two years ago and we are now heading into our third series which I think says it all.
“The concept has been fantastic for new to brand, our NTB has grown as a business as well as seeing a whopping 80 per cent NTB via our trade channel. When we were presented with the opportunity to be part of WOC TV we jumped at the chance, they have shown innovation and different way of thinking along with wanting to mutually grow our partnership.”
World of Cruising TV is now preparing to start filming for season three, which will see two new partners – Princess Cruises and Havila Voyages – join the roster of featured cruise lines.
