Travel Brief
Riviera Names Lissette Robledo North America Marketing Director
Lissette Robledo joins Riviera Travel in a newly created North American marketing role focused on brand awareness, travel advisors and consumer engagement.
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Lissette Robledo joins Riviera Travel in a newly created North American marketing role focused on brand awareness, travel advisors and consumer engagement.
Lara Koslow will become Explora Journeys’ North America president on November 30, while Chris Austin moves into a new luxury travel partnerships role.
The 130-guest American Ranger is American Cruise Lines’ third new ship of 2026, with private balconies and a Hudson River debut.
Carnival will price drink packages and Wi-Fi by sailing length, itinerary and season from December 1, alongside its new FunPacks bundles.
The FCCA conference brings cruise executives and destination partners to San Juan for business meetings, workshops and port-development discussions.
VIVA Cruises brings fleet details, all-inclusive benefits and its Boutique program into a new selling guide, available online and in print for travel agents.
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection reported $109.9 million in Q2 revenue as higher pricing and repeat demand offset a lower load factor during fleet expansion.
Portugal’s Douro River has reached its operating capacity for river cruise ships, prompting authorities to pause additional authorizations. The decision could complicate expansion plans as several major cruise lines prepare to introduce new vessels.
VIVA Cruises has launched an AI-powered platform that recommends river cruise itineraries based on travelers’ preferences. The tool is designed to help travel agents research options faster and deliver more personalized suggestions.
Aman at Sea has revealed the first Caribbean itineraries for its debut cruise ship, Amangati, for winter 2027-28. The schedule signals how ultra-luxury cruise brands are using flexible homeport strategies and carefully curated island…
Atlas Ocean Voyages has introduced a referral program that rewards past guests for bringing first-time travelers to the brand. The move adds a customer-led acquisition tool as expedition cruise lines look for lower-friction ways…
Explora Journeys has launched a Memorial Day promotion offering fare discounts and lower deposits on selected sailings through 2028. The campaign expands booking flexibility while giving the luxury cruise brand another tool to stimulate…