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Trade’s Role in the Evolution of the Expedition Cruise Sector #ExpeditionCruise #TradePartnerships #AgentEngagement #TravelOptions #InnovativeOfferings #RemoteLocations #ECNConference #VibrantFuture #GrowthandTransformation

Imagine a world where cruise ships didn't have set departure times! In the early 19th century, passengers and cargo could wait weeks in port for a ship to fill its hold before setting sail. Enter the Black Ball Line, a group of innovative New York Quakers who pioneered the concept of scheduled transatlantic service. Their idea? Reliability! The Black Ball Ferry Line published departure dates in advance, ensuring a smoother #travel #experience for all. #History was made on January 5, 1818, when the James Monroe, a Black Ball Line packet ship, became the first vessel to depart New York Harbor for Liverpool, England, on a predetermined #schedule. This marked a turning point in #maritime travel, paving the way for the organized and predictable cruises we enjoy today. #CruiseHistory #Maritime #Innovation #BlackBalLine #Travtech #TravelTechnology #Innovation #Technology #Futurism

Delta Airline is making travel easier with their new boarding process! According to a recent AFAR article by Bill Fink, Delta has changed the names of their boarding zones to numbered zones, making it easier for non-travelers and those with language barriers to understand. Here's what the new boarding order looks like: - Pre-Boarding - ZONE 1 (for customers needing time assistance and active military members, plus Delta 360 members) - ZONE 1 - Delta One or First Class Customers (formerly just Delta One customers, first class customers, and Delta 360 members) These changes are just one way Delta is improving the travel experience for all passengers. Check out the AFAR article for more details.

Key Highlights of the Corpus Christi International Airport (CCIA) Master Plan: Terminal Enhancements: The master plan will review and propose upgrades to the #terminal facilities, ensuring they meet future passenger demands and enhance the #travel experience. Parking and Ground Transport: Evaluating and improving parking solutions and ground #transportation options are crucial to streamline access to and from the #airport. Airfield Capabilities: Enhancements in #runway and #airfield #infrastructure to support an increase in flight operations and accommodate larger aircraft.

DALLAS- Southwest Airlines (WN) plans to apply to the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) for a new daily nonstop flight between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas (LAS). This application is part of the opportunities created by the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which introduced five new round-trip flights at DCA. #aviationnews #FAANews #southwest #SouthwestAirlinesNewFlights #SouthwestAirlinesNewRoute #SouthwestAirlinesNews #SouthwestWashingtonRonaldRegantoHarryReidLasVegas #SouthwestWashingtontoLasVegas #SouthwestWashingtontoLasVegasFlights #USDOT

DALLAS- Southwest Airlines (WN) plans to apply to the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) for a new daily nonstop flight between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas (LAS). This application is part of the opportunities created by the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which introduced five new round-trip flights at DCA. #aviationnews #FAANews #southwest #SouthwestAirlinesNewFlights #SouthwestAirlinesNewRoute #SouthwestAirlinesNews #SouthwestWashingtonRonaldRegantoHarryReidLasVegas #SouthwestWashingtontoLasVegas #SouthwestWashingtontoLasVegasFlights #USDOT

Travel Manitoba is thrilled about United Airlines’ announcement of daily direct flights to Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport from Denver (DEN) and Chicago (ORD). “The return of direct flights from Denver and Chicago is so important to Manitoba’s tourism industry.  It’s terrific news, and we’re ready to welcome even more American visitors,” said Colin Ferguson, President & CEO of Travel Manitoba. The Winnipeg Airports Authority | Administration aéroportuaire de Winnipeg and other organizations have been hard at work to restore flight routes paused due to the pandemic. These routes will greatly support the hunt fish sector by directly connecting visitors in key markets with Manitoba’s incredible hunting and fishing experiences. There are now six, year-round direct flights from U.S. destinations to Winnipeg, the greatest number in the airport’s history. #exploremb #travelandtourism https://lnkd.in/g7cQucDC

CRUISE NEWS: Cruise Ship Under Investigation, Cruise Passengers Left Behind, Dry Dock & MORE! https://lnkd.in/ehxZxBXM #cruise #cruises #cruisenews #cruiseships #cruiselines #cruiseindustry #cruisehive

Thanks to DCN - Daily Cargo News for their feature on cruising in the most recent edition. It was a pleasure to speak with them and highlight the incredible rebound we have seen in cruising. While cruising returned to Australian ports much later than other parts of the world, the ships have been resoundingly welcomed by Australian cruise fans who have been heading back to sea in huge numbers, with higher levels of passenger spending, higher levels of cruise line spending, and record levels of economic output around Australia. The result is a resurgent cruise industry worth A$5.63 billion to the Australian economy, and supporting the equivalent of more than 18,000 Australian jobs, bringing renewal to dozens of tourism destinations around the country. In addition to the ports themselves, cruise generates enormous income for businesses like tourism operators, tour guides, hotels and restaurants, retailers, travel agents, transport providers and the extensive supply chain through to the farmers who provide Australian produce served on board. The increase in domestic cruising is particularly exciting. Cruise brings in around 300,000 international visitors to Australia each year, and we know international visitors spend more, as they do more pre and post-cruise stays, so the more domestic cruising we can encourage, the more international cruise visitors we can encourage, the great the benefit. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g6CnEeek #WeAreCruise

Cruise ships, controlled chaos or logistics? 🛳️ Robert Barceló shares with us the delicate balance of what occurs in the cruising industry from pre-embarking, up until you’re smooth sailing. #FIUChapman #MSLSCM #cruiseships