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Viking courts Japanese market with dedicated cruises, stronger trade presence Viking will use its China-based ship, Viking Yi Dun (the former Viking Sun) to operate 2024 and 2025 Japan cruises for the Japanese market and has beefed up its trade representation there. Full article

American Queen Voyages cancels February cruises American Queen Voyages canceled three 2024 season-opening February cruises on the Mississippi River. Full article Wm. Blair on why stock closed down after RCL's strong report In a note William Blair & Co. addressed why Royal Caribbean stock failed to react on Thursday to the company's better than expected profit and outlook. Full article Monica Berstad succeeds Inge Tangerås as Cruise Norway director Monica Berstad became director of Cruise Norway on February 1, moving from Ålesund Cruise Network where she was also director. Full article Could Icon drive stronger than moderate yield growth and accelerate newbuilds? With Icon of the Seas' metrics two to three times above other Royal Caribbean first-in-class launches, why not aim for higher than moderate yield growth and accelerate orders for this new series? Full article Royal Caribbean outperforms on strong cruise demand, projects 40% EPS spike Strong close-in demand drove a higher than expected fourth quarter profit for Royal Caribbean Group, which forecasts a 40% earnings spike in 2024 and expects to meet two 'Trifecta' goals a year earlier than expected. Full article Carnival Jubilee to be named Feb. 24, special boots auction to support military families Carnival Jubilee debuted with a Texas-sized splash just before Christmas at the Port of Galveston, but the ship hasn't been officially named yet. Full article Celebrity restructures EMEA business under leadership of Giles Hawke Celebrity restructured its EMEA business under the leadership of Giles Hawke, VP & MD of Celebrity Cruises EMEA, to advance its growth in the region. Full article New Seatrade Cruise F&B trends report shows experiential dining on the rise Demand for local cuisine, authentic cultural food experiences and immersive dining will gather pace in 2024 and beyond, according to a new report from Seatrade Cruise. Full article

Harding+’s chief brand and culture officer Sue Gosling stepping down Sue Gosling is stepping down from the role of chief brand and culture officer at Harding+ after seven years with the business. Full article   Celestyal unveils shore excursions for 'Heavenly Adriatic' itinerary Celestyal unveiled shore excursions for its 2024 ‘Heavenly Adriatic’ itinerary, with 35 half-day and full-day tours now available to book. Full article Crystal chooses Vista Travel as Germany/Austria GSA Crystal appointed Vista Travel general sales agent for Germany and Austria. Full article   Regent Seven Seas crafts cruises with all overnight port stays Regent Seven Seas Cruises created six 'immersive overnights' voyages with an extended stay at each port. Full article Sea Cloud Spirit adds San Juan turnarounds in 2025 Sea Cloud Cruises' 2025 Caribbean season is headlined by four new itineraries featuring Puerto Rico on Sea Cloud Spirit. Full article   Disney Cruise Line hosts career panel for South Florida students Dozens of Broward County, Florida students took a trip outside of the classroom Wednesday to Port Everglades to meet with Disney Cruise Line crew and learn about maritime careers. Full article

Neil Palomba joins Ligabue as Plantours board member Neil Palomba, who's been racking up partnerships and director gigs since launching his consultancy, joined Ligabue Group as a board member of its subsidiary, Plantours Kreuzfahrten. Full article Luxury sailing catamaran enters the Kimberley cruise market Australian super yacht specialist Yotspace will debut in the Kimberley this coming season with a new ultraluxe sailing catamaran, Eclipse, that accommodates eight passengers. Full article Lindblad taps Caitlin Gardner as VP brand and communications Lindblad Expeditions appointed Cruise Planners veteran Caitlin Gardner as VP brand and communications. Full article