Jalesh Cruises has launched a new cruise booking policy that enables passengers to book now and change their travel plans however they like until August 31st, 2021.
Jalesh Cruises launches Future Pass to let passengers book now and confirm later
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The largest cruise ship in the AIDA Cruises fleet, AIDAcosma, will homeport in Dubai for the 2021/22 cruise season, sailing roundtrip in the Arabian Gulf.
Meyer-Werft previews Royal Caribbean’s new Odyssey of the Seas under construction
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MSC Cruises announces phased return to service with revamped itineraries for 2021
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Royal Caribbean CEO says he rejects idea of the “new normal” for cruising
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Silversea first to take delivery of new ship since pandemic began with Silver Origin
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Jalesh Cruises integrates with GCC travel agents for more efficient booking
India’s only mainstream domestic cruise line, Jalesh Cruises, has partnered with the GCC and Indian travel companies Akbar Travels, Riya Travels, and Jagsons Travel Private Limited to improve the efficiency of its […]
Crystal Cruises’ new luxury expedition ship Crystal Endeavour delayed until 2021
The luxury cruise line Crystal Cruises has confirmed that its new expedition cruise ship Crystal Endeavour will be delayed until 2021 due to work stoppages at the MV Werften shipyard.
Norwegian Cruise Line first to detail anti-COVID-19 measures aboard ship
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