With the days growing longer and the first real hints of the sun’s rays settling in, there’s a renewed

sense of anticipation in the air. Summer is just around the corner, and with it the peak travel season, a time when the cruise industry truly comes into its own. To kickstart this exciting period, we’re delighted to bring you this special edition of Cruise Trade News, where we’ve partnered with ultra-luxury cruise line Crystal to explore what’s to come for the brand. I’ll let my co‑editor and VP of trade sales UK & EMEA, Luke Smith, tell you more.

Elsewhere, we investigate whether sustainability is a key driving force behind consumers’ booking decisions (p. 43) and review Norwegian Cruise Line’s second Prima Plus class ship, Norwegian Luna (p. 51). On page 28, you’ll find our new Trade Toolkit feature, which offers a roundup of the headlines and products from outside of the cruise industry you need to know about. Head to your Expedition Special, meanwhile, for a deep dive into the adventure sector and to find out why customers are turning to cruise to explore now more than ever.

Happy reading,