Analysis Ep. 41

Why expedition travel remains the UK's big-ticket getaway

In this latest episode of the Cruise Corner Podcast, we're joined by head of UK sales for National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions Danielle Bates about how agents can harness the power of adventure travel to grow their businessIt’s been 60 years since Lars-Eric Lindblad pioneered the first non-scientific tourist journey to Antarctica.

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Traveltek names Cressida Sergeant as new CEO

Current CEO Mal Barritt to step down after seven years at the helm
Seargeant believes the opportunity for cruise technology to support education and transparency will be “significant” in the coming years

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From spectacle to slowness: the rising appeal of small-ship cruising

With research showing a rise in yacht-style cruising, Jack Carter asks why travellers are prioritising slowness over spectacle

Interviews 5 mins read

‘I was instantly wowed’: agents share their verdict on Valiant Lady

From culinary curiosity to '18 to 30s at sea' concern, Jack Carter catches up with four new-to-brand TUI agents during Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady ship visit to see whether their preconceptions changed having been on board

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Port Guide: Sydney

From glorious beaches and sparkling harbours to epic galleries and next-level seafood, Sydney has feel-good factor in spades.

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HX to launch three new mega fams in 2027/28

HX Expeditions has announced plans to triple its ‘mega fam’ programme for 2027/28 following the success of its inaugural education sailing last May

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Port Guide: Amsterdam

A forward-thinking approach to culture and creativity makes Amsterdam the ultimate art and architectural hub, writes Rashmi Narayan

Ep. 29

How to sell: HX Expeditions

In the next instalment of the Cruise Corner Podcast’s new ‘How to sell’ series, Mark Walter, sales director UK & Northern Europe for HX Expeditions shares the three key selling tips all agents need to know to boost their business with the UK expedition line Is there a hotter ticket in travel right now than expedition cruise?

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‘Mega fam’ sends clear message to trade, says HX Expeditions

This week HX Expeditions hosted more than 350 travel advisors aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen for what the line is calling the largest fam trip in expedition cruise history

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