Viking Longship glides past Budapest. (Photo by Viking Cruises)
Prepare for the oncoming fleet of Wave Season specials that benefit both your clients–and your bottom line.
Wave Savings at Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys, part of MSC Group’s luxury division, has launched A Suite Invitation, a Wave Season promotion running through Wed., Jan. 28, 2026. The offer provides up to 30 percent savings, a reduced 10 percent deposit and a 1-category suite upgrade on eligible sailings.
Valid for new bookings from Jan. 5, 2026, at 6:01 a.m. GMT through Jan. 28, 2026, at 6:00 a.m. GMT, the incentive applies across all suite categories on selected Journeys. It covers the Journey fare only and does not include pre- or post-cruise hotels, transfers, Destination Experiences or paid experiences onboard.
Your clients can experience oceanfront suites designed for residential comfort, each with private terraces and generous layouts averaging 377 sq. ft. The brand emphasizes refined dining with global culinary options, as well as wellness and fitness programs that align with its Ocean State of Mind philosophy—encouraging meaningful connection with the sea and self.
The promotion combines with several other offers, including the Explora Early Booking Benefit, Extended or Grand Journeys, Back-to-Back Journeys, Journey Together Gathering, Incentive Groups, Journey of One, Sky & Sea Fare, Explora Club Member Benefit, Consortia Amenities, Journeys for the Whole Family, American Express perks and onboard Future Journeys savings. It cannot be combined with The Exclusive Invitation, An Invitation to Explore, An Invitation to Discover, covert or net fares, Formula 1 Grand Prix de Monaco sailings or other reduced programs.
For more information, visit explorajourneys.com.
Venture with Viking
Viking has introduced The Viking Savings Event, a new Wave Season promotion available through Jan. 31, 2026, across its portfolio of small-ship voyages. The program includes up to 35 percent savings, up to free international airfare, and a $25 deposit on all itineraries. Returning guests are eligible for additional savings on select 2026–2028 river, ocean, and expedition departures.
Operating on all seven continents, Viking sails to more than 500 ports in over 85 countries, spanning Europe, Asia, the Americas, Africa, Australia and Antarctica. The brand’s itineraries emphasize destination immersion through cultural programming and port access tailored to smaller vessels.
Among the featured itineraries, the 15-day Grand European Tour connects Amsterdam and Budapest along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers, with stops that include historical and culinary experiences across Central Europe. The 8-day Rhine Getaway travels from Amsterdam to Basel, offering access to UNESCO World Heritage Sites along the Middle Rhine and visits to the windmills of Kinderdijk.
Other highlights include the 8-day Romantic Danube voyage from Regensburg to Budapest, which explores Austria’s cultural centers and Vienna’s musical heritage. The Lyon & Provence itinerary traces the Rhone River through Roman Provence and France’s gastronomic capital. For ocean sailings, the Iconic Western Mediterranean journey departs from Barcelona and visits ports in Spain, France and Italy, including Rome (Civitavecchia). At the same time, Ancient Mediterranean Treasures sails between Istanbul and Athens (Piraeus), calling at Troy, Ephesus and the islands of Rhodes and Crete.
The Viking Savings Event is valid for new bookings made by Jan. 31, 2026.
For more information, visit vikingcruises.com.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Wants to Upgrade You
Regent Seven Seas Cruises is rolling out its Upgrade Your Horizon promotion, available for new reservations made through Feb. 28, 2026. The offer features a complimentary 2-category suite upgrade—up to a Penthouse Suite—along with fifty percent reduced deposits across all destinations through April 2028. Clients booking select 2026 voyages will also receive $500 in shipboard credit per suite.
The offer applies to itineraries spanning regions such as Alaska, the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, South America, the South Pacific, Canada and New England, Africa, Australia and New Zealand. Concierge Suites include a complimentary pre-cruise hotel night, while Penthouse Suite guests enjoy the personalized service of a dedicated butler.
Regent’s all-inclusive style extends to unlimited shore excursions, a selection of specialty dining venues and premium wines and spirits. Each suite is designed with a focus on space and comfort, complemented by daily replenished mini bars and attentive onboard service. The shipboard credit on select 2026 departures can be used toward spa services, premium excursions, onboard shopping or other special amenities.
Among featured 2026 voyages, Seven Seas Grandeur sails round-trip from Miami on Mar. 26 for a 12-night itinerary combining Bermuda, Norfolk, Charleston and Nassau. On May 5, Seven Seas Explorer departs Tokyo on a 17-night crossing to Vancouver, highlighting Japan’s coastal culture and Alaska’s wildlife. Seven Seas Navigator’s 20-night voyage from Doha to Cape Town on May 22 visits Seychelles, Madagascar and South Africa.
Additional itineraries include Seven Seas Mariner’s 11-night Amsterdam–Barcelona sailing focused on wine regions and historic ports; Seven Seas Splendor’s 10-night autumn route from New York to Montreal; and Seven Seas Voyager’s 7-night Trieste–Athens itinerary through the Adriatic and Greek Isles.
For more information, visit rssc.com.
