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Is government policy hindering cruise’s net-zero mission?
The UK government is placing stricter regulations on the emissions cruise ships produce while in...
Middle East crisis sparks surge in Northern Europe...
The Middle East crisis has revealed a striking divergence in cruise demand and signalled where...
Is cruise on the brink of a critical...
With more record-breaking capacity ships on the horizon, could there soon be a squeeze on...
Six key takeaways from the 2026 CLIA Riverview...
Customer knowledge, targeting ocean cruisers and the ability to adapt during a crisis are just...
CTN Annual Report 2026: how are Brits consuming...
Last year, Brits didn’t feel confident booking a cruise without doing some research first. But...
Exclusive: ‘Small-ship cruising is no longer a niche’
Small-ship cruising is no longer a niche – it is fast becoming one of the...
CTN Annual Report 2026: is cruise welcome?
As governments and port communities continue to point the finger at cruise for its contribution...
Download Cruise Trade News’ 2026 Annual Report
Available to download now, our second Annual Cruise Industry Report can reveal that some seasoned...
Caribbean demand holds firm despite US action in...
US action in Venezuela dominated interest on our sister brand World of Cruising in January....
Cruise Trade News to launch second Annual Report
Cruise Trade News will launch its second annual Industry Report, in partnership with Mail Metro Media,...
Is the drip-pricing crackdown about to hit holidays...
As regulators clamp down on hotels and OTAs using drip-pricing, hidden fees and time-sensitive deals,...
Spike in last-minute demand dilutes appetite for summer...
A resurgence in last-minute demand and growing interest in sailings further ahead are to dilute...
Exclusive: ‘Travel doesn’t have to be a choice...
Land-and-cruise holidays are gaining traction – and agents are perfectly poised to use the format...
How shifting consumer habits are driving growth in...
As cruising continues its upward trajectory, consumer habits and booking trends are evolving fast. This...
Forward planning remains strong as Europe bookings spike
While the appetite for forward planning remains strong, the latest World of Cruising data shows...