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The
iconic RMS St. Helena, once the lifeline between Cape Town and Saint
Helena, is embarking on a thrilling new chapter as an
Antarctic expedition cruise ship. This
transformation presents exciting opportunities for African travel agents
seeking unique and historically rich travel products.
After
her retiremen… read more
MSC
Cruises has extended its popular “Christmas in
July” sale, offering South African travel agents a
lucrative opportunity to boost their cruise bookings for the
2025/26 season. This limited-time
promotion features a compelling “buy one, get one free” offer on select
sailings aboard the … read more
Hapag-Lloyd
Cruises has announced an impressive lineup of 28 new
itineraries for late 2027 and early 2028, significantly expanding its
presence in Africa and the Indian
Ocean. This presents a lucrative opportunity for African
travel agents to capitalize on the growing demand for luxury and
expedition cruises.
… read more
Norwegian
Cruise Line (NCL) is capitalizing on the growing trend of
"slow travel" among South African cruisers, focusing
on longer, immersive itineraries and enhanced onboard experiences. This
strategic move presents lucrative opportunities for African
travel agents.
Kevin
Bubolz, NCL’s Vice Presi… read more
Durban,
often overlooked in South Africa’s travel landscape,
is experiencing a remarkable transformation thanks to a surge in
cruise tourism. Once dismissed as unsafe and
unremarkable, the city is now attracting a growing number of cruise
lines, from mainstream operators like AIDA and
Costa to luxu… read more
The
Western Cape has solidified its status as
Africa’s top cruise destination, riding the
wave of a record-breaking 2024/25 season. This surge in cruise tourism
presents a wealth of opportunities for African travel agents seeking to
capitalize on the growing demand for seafaring adventures.
Betw… read more
The
Seychelles is setting a new standard for
sustainable cruise tourism in Africa, with the recent release of a
comprehensive Cost-Benefit Analysis report.
This landmark study, covering the period from 2026 to 2033, provides
valuable insights for African travel agents seeking to capitalize on the
gro… read more
Costa
Cruises has unveiled exciting plans for its
2026/27 winter season, with the
Costa Smeralda set to make a significant
stop in Cape Town, South Africa. This move
highlights Cape Town's rising prominence as a key player in the global
cruise industry, offering a st… read more
The
Crown Princess, a
3,080-passenger vessel currently on a
113-day world cruise, experienced an
unexpected itinerary change due to severe
weather off the coast of South
Africa. Originally scheduled to dock in
Cape Town on June 25t… read more
Africa
is poised for a significant boost in cruise tourism, with leading
international operators like MSC Cruises recognizing the continent's
vast potential. Ross Volk, Managing Director of MSC Cruises South
Africa, emphasizes that now is the crucial time to translate this
potential into tangible economic benefits for the region.
… read more
RMS St. Helena Rises Again: Antarctic Cruises from a Historic Ship
MSC Cruises Extends "Christmas in July" Sale
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises Unveils Exciting New Itineraries
NCL Caters to South African Wanderlust with Longer Cruises
Durban’s Cruise Tourism Surge: Redefining the City’s Narrative
Western Cape Cruises Surge
Cape Town Shines as Cruise Hub: Costa Smeralda’s SA Stop Underscores City’s Growing Importance
Severe weather off South Africa forces Crown Princess to delay Cape Town, divert to Durban
