Several of the world’s biggest cruise lines have rolled out a range of Black Friday offers, some of which tailored to support UK agents
Originating from the US, Black Friday – traditionally the day after Thanksgiving marking the start of the festive shopping period – sees companies from across the globe slash their prices in a bid to draw additional custom ahead of Christmas.
And the scheme isn’t exclusive to the high street, with most travel companies and cruise lines rolling out discounted rates, bonus incentives and freebies to entice new clients.
Here, we share a selection of Black Friday deals that are currently on offer from across the sector.
arrow_outwardSponsored partners
In the latest edition of our Question Time series, travel consultant apprentice for Ocean World Travel, Emily Babey asks the experts which destinations she should champion in 2026 to entice new customers The number of destinations cruise lines can reach...
Sponsored by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines What would you rather: spending a week in the cold, dreary December rain in the UK or swapping it out for a seven-night fun-filled fiesta in the Canary Islands? Well, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines...
Sponsored by Crystal Crystal is ushering in a new era of ultra-luxury cruising – and for travel agents, the opportunities are significant With key construction milestones now confirmed for its first new-build in 25 years, Crystal Grace, Crystal is building...
The UK government is placing stricter regulations on the emissions cruise ships produce while in port, but with limited shore power infrastructure in place, is the policy accelerating decarbonisation or undermining cruise’s competitiveness? From July 2026, the UK government will...
Sponsored by Norwegian Cruise Line With demand for European cruising showing no signs of slowing, now is the time for agents to lock in sales not just for 2026, but for those customers already looking ahead to 2027 Norwegian Cruise...
Entries for the 12th annual Wave Awards, hosted by Cruise Trade News and World of Cruising, are now open Taking place on 24 November at The Dorchester on London's Park Lane, the biggest night in the cruise industry calendar returns with a host...