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Princess Cruises Travel Agent Resources

Princess Cruises, a Carnival Corp. brand, is an upscale cruise line that focuses on relaxed cruise vacations and destination-rich itineraries. The line has 15 ships (16 as of 2024), ranging in size from 2,000 passengers to 3,660 (4,300 as of 2024). All ships are equipped with a high-tech system called OceanMedallion, which replaces key cards with token-sized discs that can be used to open doors, pay for drinks and retail purchases, and more.

Destinations Visited Princess Cruises sails all over the world with itineraries visiting ports in Asia, Alaska, the Caribbean, Europe, Canada & New England, Hawaii, Mexico, Central America & the Panama Canal, Tahiti and the South Pacific, Australia and New Zealand. The line also offers cruises that pass through the Antarctic and sails at least one World Cruise a year.

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The Princess Cruises travel agent portal, or Princess OneSource, provides a comprehensive suite of tools and resources to help travel advisors learn about and sell Princess Cruises.

Among the tools travel advisors can find on Princess' OneSource are:

• Princess' Polar Online booking platform
• 24/7 library of marketing materials, including customizable flyers and digital ads, logos, photos and videos
• Princess Cruises travel agent training academy
• The most current travel advisor cruise rates
• Flight booking tool
• Weekly newsletter
• Detailed sales reports that help identify market opportunities, seasonal patterns and emerging sales trends
• Online chat support

Travel advisors can also take advantage of Princess' Partner Support system (via phone and email ), which provides support for things such as fare option and promotion combinability verification, status of refunds, commission inquiries, updating of bookings with new promotions, and assistance with OneSource, POLAR Online and new agency registrations questions.

Princess Cruises Travel Agent Education Program Travel advisors can learn more about Princess Cruises via the Princess Cruises training academy (called OneSource Academy), which can only be accessed via Princess Cruises' agent portal, OneSource.

As advisors move through the Princess Academy, they rank higher and earn more rewards.

As an example, advisors who complete five courses in the Princess Cruises travel agent training program are considered First Officers. Those who complete 11 courses are Staff Captains; 18 courses earns a Captain designation; and 25 courses earns advisors Commodore status.

Status also earns advisors Continuing Education credits with The Travel Institute and the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies (ACTA), and CLIA credits toward an ACC or MCC.  For instance, reaching First Officer status earns advisors 2 CEUs with ACTA, while getting to Commodore status earns advisors 10 CEUs with the Travel Institute, 8 with ACTA, and 10 with CLIA.

Other perks that can be earned as advisors move through OneSource Academy include Princess Captain's Circle benefits (gold for First Officer, Ruby for Staff Captain, Platinum for Captain, Elite for Commodore); a Commodore Marketing Kit; priority placement in Princess' Travel Advisor Locator; and more.

Princess Cruises Travel Agent Rates & Fams Princess Cruises travel agent rates can be found on OneSource, but generally work like this: for every four deposited agency client bookings made within the last 365 days, the agency is eligible for one travel advisor bookings, up to a maximum of 50 travel advisor rate bookings within a 12 month period.

Princess also offers limited-time, special rate cruises on a seasonal basis, which agents can use for a balcony stateroom and pay only for taxes, fees and port expenses (as well as onboard expenditures and amenity bundle upgrades).

As for fams, Princess occasionally offers Seminar at Sea (discount rate/hosted) trips or hosts advisors on inaugurals. Both are invite-only. Interested advisors should contact their BDM to find out more. 

Princess Cruises Travel Agent Sales Reps In the Americas, Princess Cruises has 31 business development managers covering the United States and Canada, as well as five BDMs covering charters, incentives and national accounts.

Princess Cruises Travel Agent Marketing Assistance Travel advisors can find a plethora of marketing support on Princess' OneSource travel agent portal, including access to customizable flyers, social media tools, digital logos, photos and videos and more.

Princess also offers a "generous" coop program and the line's BDMs can set up individual agency training, as well as collaborate on marketing plans or offer design team assistance.

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Is it better to book a cruise through a travel agent? We say yes

Going online to book an airline ticket or hotel stay is a familiar and fairly easy transaction. When you book a cruise, however — particularly your first cruise — you might want to reconsider the impulse to handle the transaction yourself through a cruise line website or an online advertiser with cheap prices. This DIY approach might not be the best way to find your dream vacation at sea.

In reality, it's not that simple to book a cruise. You will likely run into a lot of questions to which you have no ready answer.

That's where specialized cruise travel agents come into play. Their expertise can help you avoid mistakes, whether you are a first-timer or a repeat cruiser checking out a brand you have not tried before.

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Why you should book through a cruise travel agent

You should consider booking a cruise through a travel agent because a knowledgeable agent can help you understand the nuances of a cruise purchase and help you make the best decisions for your vacation preferences.

When you book a cruise, you are making a vacation decision that goes way beyond a flight or hotel nights. Which ship you choose determines your dining and evening entertainment choices for the duration of your vacation. Which itinerary you choose impacts which destinations you'll visit and which shoreside activities will be available to you. It can be overwhelming to evaluate the options on your own if you've never cruised before.

In addition, cruise fares can be hard to understand and compare. You might, for instance, see a fare listed online without the port charges, taxes and fees, which you only see after you give your personal details.

Plus, the price of your cruise includes accommodations, meals, entertainment and activities — and in some cases drinks, tips, shore excursions, Wi-Fi and other extras. There's a lot bundled into some fares and not as much with others. A travel agent can help you determine what your cruise fare gets you. The cheapest base cruise fare does not always provide the best value or best overall vacation deal.

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You aren't just booking general passage on a ship, either, as you will be asked to pick a specific cabin and when you prefer to dine. Making a mistake in these categories can ruin your cruise experience, as there are such thing as "bad" cabins and dining times (think noisy or claustrophobic cabins, dinner at 8 p.m. with cranky children, etc.).

With cruises, you typically don't pay for your whole vacation upfront but rather put down a deposit, with final payment due at a later date. A cruise travel agent can ensure you don't miss any due dates.

Remember, you might be a DIY type when booking airlines and hotels, but booking a cruise is more complex. If you enjoy doing your own research, focus on what to do and see in the ports of call. Read about different ships, cruise lines and itineraries. However, when it comes to booking the cruise, we recommend you still contact a travel agent who specializes in cruises to help you learn a few tips and avoid any rookie mistakes.

Travel agents can get better deals on cruises

If you're concerned that working with an agent will make your cruise more expensive, don't be. Cruise travel agents receive the bulk of their income via commission from the cruise lines. Their service to you is usually free, though some might charge first-time clients a minimal fee. It's worth it.

In addition to sharing their expertise, the agent may have negotiated group space at lower rates with the cruise line, which could save you money on the cruise fare. The agent might also have first access to sale prices because the cruise lines notify their agent partners and loyalty club members first before they announce a sale to the public.

Related: 6 ways to get a deal on a cruise

Some cruise travel agents even throw in booking perks , such as a complimentary bottle of Champagne, awaiting your arrival in your cabin.

How to find a travel agent for a cruise

Cruise lines prefer that you use a travel agent rather than going online and booking directly. They have small in-house reservation teams, and when you have a question while making a booking, good luck in getting an expert on the phone in a timely manner.

Companies such as Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise Line provide online directories to help you find an experienced cruise travel agent near you.

You can also find experienced and certified cruise travel agents through CLIA, the Cruise Lines International Association , which is the industry's main marketing group. Asking friends who have cruised to recommend a travel agent is another good idea.

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You might get more personalized care from smaller agencies than from the huge online agencies, though websites such as icruise.com, Cruise.com and Cruise411.com also have experienced cruise agents. These larger online travel agencies can be a good option for those who prefer to make decisions and ask questions via chat. Just make sure you get the name and phone number of the representative for any follow-up questions.

Questions to ask a cruise travel agent

In choosing a cruise travel agent, you will want to tap into the person's specific expertise about the cruise line and ship you are considering. Anyone can read a ship deck plan outlining ship spaces (which you can find online), but you are looking for people who really know their stuff.

Look for travel agencies that are cruise-only or a home-based agent who specializes in cruises. If you are using a full-service travel agency, ask for the cruise desk.

Here are some questions to ask a travel agent to determine their expertise:

• How often do you cruise?
• Have you cruised on the line I am considering?
• Have you cruised on the ship that I am considering, or do you have clients who have cruised that ship and provided a review of their vacation?
• Do you have firsthand knowledge about the cruise destination? The itinerary?

You will also want to ask the travel agent if they have a preferred relationship or negotiated agreement with any specific lines that could lead to special perks for you.

Be aware that not all agents work with all cruise lines; some represent only a few preferred suppliers or specialize in higher-end cruises. They get bigger commissions from their preferred lines.

This is not necessarily a bad thing, but be aware if the agent seems to be putting you off the line you were originally considering, as this could be the reason. On the plus side, an agent who is a preferred supplier might have negotiated rates with the cruise line and be able to call in favors, such as that bottle of Champagne or a cabin upgrade .

You should also ask if the travel agency offers 24/7 assistance (usually an 800 number) in case you have last-minute questions or something goes wrong before or during your trip.

The cruise travel agent should have questions for you as well, to better understand your dream vacation desires. If you are calling a cruise agency for the first time, the agent should be interviewing you as much as you are interviewing him or her. The agent should be focused on helping you choose the cruise line , ship and cabin that is right for you. Making the correct choices is very important to your overall cruise experience.

Bottom line

Booking a cruise is a complex enterprise. A cruise travel agent will guide you through choosing your cabin and dining times, deposits and final payment, and options for shore excursions and specialty dining. If you need to cancel the trip, the agent will also help you through the refund process. You'll have a lot less stress before and during your vacation if you book with an experienced agent.

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Find a princess cruise travel agent near you, the best travel agency for princess cruises.

Let our Princess Cruise Travel Agents book your next cruise vacation to a destination of your choosing. Have a fun and memorable cruise vacation aboard one of Princess Cruise Lines top cruise ships . When you retain one of our travel agents you'll have access to exclusive American Express Card member benefits and travel deals . This means that you will be able to take advantage of special amenities and low travel fares, potential travel upgrades, and travel insurance.

Not only will you enjoy value-added benefits and amenities, you'll also have a personalized travel service working for you before, during, and after your vacation.

From movies under the stars, to anytime dining, Princess Cruises offers the flexibility and innovations that will have you wanting to escape the everyday life for frequent voyages to breathtaking destinations on Princess Cruise Line ships.

Contact a Princess Cruises Travel Agent

Enjoy the most out of your vacation to a breathtaking destination onboard a Princess Cruise ship. For immediate travel assistance, you may also contact a travel agent directly by calling 1-800-683-0206. You may want to locate travel agents that are within your city of residence, but we assure you that our travel agents will be able to get you great rates and book a great vacation no matter their location.

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Princess Cruises allows you to see the world in an all-new way. Create lasting memories aboard ships including the Caribbean Princess, Discovery Princess, the Ruby Princess, and more. Whether you are enjoying award-winning dining, magical entertainment, or enriching activities, there are so many things to see and do onboard. Don’t forget about the exclusive Club Class Dining experience, which includes expedited seating, expanded menu options, and deliciously tempting fare. Ready to step off the ship? See the amazing sights of destinations like Alaska, the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, and Hawaii. Try taking one of Princess Cruises’ beautiful European river cruises for something entirely new!

Right now, Princess Cruises is planning trips for 2024 and beyond. Princess ships are getting ready to travel with you – from trips to distant shores to explorations closer to home, there’s a wealth of options available. Cruises begin in July of 2024, exploring destinations including San Diego and the Western Mediterranean. 2024 Princess cruise opportunities include trips to Alaska, with over 25 incredible cruisetour options available next year. Not only that – beginning in 2024Princess Cruises is offering new itineraries to Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. Are you ready to take a vacation to Europe? Princess offers sailings with the Princess MedallionClass Experience, allowing you to see the riches of European countries like never before. Contact us to find Princess cruises departing from San Francisco and other ports.

Cruise Marketplace will help you find discount cruising options for 2024, and beyond. Your dedicated Princess cruise discount travel agents are ready with incredible savings – first timer’s deals, senior specials, military discounts, and more. Join the Princess Cruises Captain Circle for an additional discount off of your cruise fare and exciting members-only onboard events! You can also try the Refer a Friend Plan for huge savings on your cruise of choice. No matter what you’re looking for, you’re in good hands with Princess Cruises and Cruise Marketplace. Get deals on Princess cruises from San Francisco, San Diego, and more.

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TRAVEL AGENTS   FAM TRIPS on SELECTED MEGA YACHT Itineraries!  

* Travel Agent Rate Info up to 75% discounts 

  They will send you the promo, however booking more in advance you can get 50 % off also.   

Agents are entitled to the above discounts by providing their valid CLIA or IATAN number along with their business card. Both will be required on board upon embarkation. Agent rates are per person and cruise and apply for the travel agent and one companion. Agent rates are valid only for active agents .Reservations at agent rates are subject to prior approval and port taxes are additional.  

Variety Cruises operates 8 state of the art SOLAS certified yachts hosting no more than 34-72 guests.   Travel Agents interested in this super reduced discounted rates can email them to check room availability .  Register and Login to see all of the exciting itineraries. 

GREECE, EGYPT , ISRAEL, SEYCHELLES, AFRICA, COSTA RICA, PANAMA, TAHITI, FRENCH POLYNESIABN, ISLANDS of CAPE VERDE 

BAHAMAS PARADISE CRUISE / MARGARITAVILLE  at SEA

Reduced Rates for Travel Agents,  Learn to Sell this amazing cruise experience 

offering reduced rates and learning  sessions 

EMAIL FAMTRAVELFORME.COM  FOR BOOKING info Must advise the name , email on subscription and supplier requesting so we can verify your account.

CLIA ~ LARGEST CRUISE INDUSTRY TRADE ASSOCIATION!  CLIA AGENTS MEMBER Cruise Line Agent offers Just for CLIA AGENTS! get educated and get credentials! additional supplier benefit offerings with a CLIA MEMBERSHIP! Sign up to be a CLIA AGENT Here ! FABULOUS EVENT ~ CRUISE 360 CRUISE INFO  

AMAWATERWAYS  -     Travel Agent Rates Superb discounts for Travel Agents, Must be Registered, Login, everything at your finger tips, AMAacademy,  FAM opportunities, booking portal and so much more! RIVER CRUISES!  Additional group fams throughout the year. Check website for continuous offers. register for travel agent info on website.  Travel Agent portal   The range of itineraries – offered at an exclusive travel agent discount – showcase AmaWaterways’ offerings, including the line’s immersive and cultural experiences.

AVALON WATERWAYS (GLOBUS FAMILY of BRANDS) - Agent Info 60-70% off selected departures. Must be registered with Globus Family of Brands Travel Agent Portal to book and see rates!

CARNIVAL CRUISES-    Carnival Cruises Super discounted rates for Travel Agents Only,   CRUISE  ONLY!   click above to enroll and login for Travel Agent Rates call 800-327-9501  ask for the travel agent promo desk prices vary per cruise and ship need to call and find out price and availability. 

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CELEBRITY / AZAMRA-    Celebrity Cruises Azamara discounted see info for booking under  Cruising Power you need to sign in with username and password along with Manager Approval.  Destinations: Worldwide  

CRYSTAL CRUISES -    Crystal Cruises Agent Info up to 50% off Travel Agent    CRUISE ONLY! and discounted positive space promos on selected sailings.  click above for agent info, then Travel Agent Center. need to enroll and sign in. Then you can click on TRAVEL AGENT PARTNER FARES special TA RATE offers!   many ships and selected dates offered superb Travel Agent FAM RATES  all forms are online as well as the director of sales contact info!  Destinations: Worldwide

CUNARD CRUISES -  Cunard Agent Info must be registered with One source and Login for discounts. discounted rates  call to book 800-7CUNARD press 1 for travel agents and they check rates and availability for sailings.  Destinations: Worldwide

DISNEY CRUISE LINE - Travel Agent Rates click above and You need to be REGISTERED and Complete the entire College of Disney Knowledge Courses. click on Benefits and More. Once completed your profile will let you know what you are eligible for.  Each year you will need to complete the new curriculum. ***These Travel Agent rates are available to Travel Professionals who have completed the most recent College of Disney Knowledge online curriculum.   *2024 College of Disney Annual Assessment

EMERALD CRUISES -   Travel Advisor Portal 

all info on this amazing cruise company 

EUROPEAN BARGING -  FAM TRIPS Barges and River Cruises in Europe - several selected sailings so many great destinations.  EUROPEAN BARGING  -  Travel Agent Info many different itineraries to choose from.   Includes: outside cabin accommodations, all meals, wine with dinner, bar drinks, excursions, and port taxes. Sponsor: European Barging  Contact: 888-869-7907 or  email  

HOLLAND AMERICA -  Holland Agent Info call 800-424-3681  Travel Agency desk Register with PARTNERSHIPS for easy access.   Travel Agent Appreciation Rate Application Form SEVERAL SELECTED CRUISES Travel Agent Appreciation Flyer !   Destinations: Worldwide

HURTIGRUTEN - Travel Agent Info The worlds largest expedition operator. Authentic, Thrilling, and Meaningful expeditions to remote corners of the world.  14 ships, multiple styles, countless destinations. need to enroll to see the travel agent offers and rates. Become a specialist for more rewards.

MSC CRUISES - travel agent info up to 50% off        need to REGISTER , SIGN IN with username and password Under Book a cruise, click on travel agent rates.  YOU MUST BE A GRADUATE of MSC ACADEMY!  please read all TERMS, CONDITIONS and CREDENTIALS NEEDED. Updated often! 

NORWEGIAN -   www.bookncl.com   Register your agency,  sign in with username and password . click on Promotions and Travel Agent Rates. This will then give you a file with many sailings offered.  agent rate booking  email  Destinations: Worldwide

******New Agent FAM Program ******** First Agents must be enrolled in NCL Educational Program.  PARTNERS FIRST ONBOARD is to get agents to get educated with the cruise ships.  The agent rates are offered in 3 Tiers and as they get educated they move up ties and the agent rates are lowered.  *Reduced rates are available to all Travel Partners who are registered on  NCL University . If you are not registered, visit Norwegian Central and click on Norwegian Central and register Today! Full Time Travel Agents Only.  please click above for all rules, criteria, regulations.

OCEANIA - Oceania Cruise Agent Info Reduced rates for Travel Agents Register with username and password and click on ASK SALES, AGENT BENEFITS, TA REDUCED RATES Available dates can be found by logging in to the Travel Agent  Center. You will also find the Travel Agent Reduced rate application form to fill out and all terms and condition, policy and procedures. Only offered dates will be considered for confirmation, others will be discarded.  OCEANIA CRUISE SALES SPECIALIST offered now! click above then Agent and then Sales Specialist Academy

PRINCESS -   Princess Cruises Info From 20 - 50% off Brochure rates .  Princess has debuted an online booking tool enabling travel agents to make their own reduced rate travel arrangements. With the new tool agents can search all available sailings by destination, ship, date and duration of sailing. Make booking, receive confirmation and pay. The tool is available exclusively to agents and agencies who actively book Princess cruises

Travel agency rates are available for all Princess destinations, but are subject to change and have limited availability.

For more information, agents many contact the travel agent customer service department **click above to register your agency to sign in for travel agent rates.

RIVERSIDE CRUISES - European Cruising Travel Agent Rate Info  

Reduced rates for Travel Agents selling River Cruises

ROYAL CARIBBEAN -   Royal Caribbean Info see info under  CruisingPower . Need to sign in with user name and password  and mgr approval. under working with us then travel agent trips.    FLYER for REDUCED RATES! Wow! This flyer has updates every couple of weeks! keep checking back.  or call 800-398-9819 Check out the Travel Agent Website offering Deals and Training Destinations: Worldwide

REGENT SEVEN SEAS -  Regent Seven Seas Travel Agent REDUCED RATES    CRUISE ONLY! Register to receive access to all Travel Agent Rates and FAMS! See form for discounts, restrictions and info. Request 30-14 days prior to sailing.  TRAVEL AGENT FORM Login in to the Travel Partner Center to access Travel Agent Rates info   Travel Agent program !  Destinations: Worldwide

SEABOURN CRUISES -   Seabourn Cruise Rate info Travel Agent Appreciation Fares, for Travel Agents that are a Seabourn producer,  on Selected Cruises  CLICK HERE to check out the offerings for Travel Agents! 

Seabourn is pleased to offer travel agents a reduced fare on select voyages*. This is a unique opportunity to sail aboard the World’s Finest Ultra-Luxury Resort at Sea with exceptional fares on some of our most intriguing itineraries. Destinations: Worldwide

SILVERSEA CRUISE LINE -   Travel Agent Info Need to register with them and become a Specialist! 

STAR CLIPPERS  -  Travel Agent Portal  

Travel Agent Reduced Rates , must be registered with Star Clippers 

TRANSCEND CRUISES - Travel Agent Info  

New Charter Cruise in Europe ! 

Transcend Cruises invites travel advisors and meeting planners to experience group travel in a new way. As the only 100 percent charter river cruise company, the line is offering an exclusive 8-day European FAM trip, April 3-10, 2024 - Email them for more info and requirements. 

UNIWORLD RIVER CRUISES -  Travel Agent Rate info many discounts available and FAMS for Travel Agents. Need to be REGISTERED  and COMPLETE the UNIWORLD  UNIVERSITY GRADUATE COURSE to see/book the travel agent resources for  rates and benefits

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VARIETY CRUISES - Travel Agent Rate Info up to 75% discounts for TRAVEL AGENTS   FAM TRIPS on SELECTED MEGA YACHT Itineraries!  Also they offer book and cruise free programs for specialists.

Under the cruise line’s travel agent offer, Travel Agents get up to 75 % discount on the official rate with confirmation of booking with different dates depending on the PROMOTION  and SEASON.   They will send you the promo, however booking more in advance you can get 50 % off also. 

Agents are entitled to the above discounts by providing their valid CLIA Certificate or IATAN number along with their business card. Both will be required on board upon embarkation. Agent rates are per person and cruise and apply for the travel agent and one companion. Agent rates are valid only for active employees, not retired agents, and do not apply for the owner’s suite and category P cabins. Reservations at agent rates are subject to prior approval and port taxes are additional.

Variety Cruises operates a fleet of 11 fully owned vessels offering travelers a yacht cruise experience with capacities ranging from 5 to 36 cabins. Travel agents interested in the discounted rates can email them to check room availability

VIKING RIVER CRUISES -  Travel Agent Rate info 50% off Brochure rates many discounts and FAMS available to Travel Agents.  Need to register  and graduate the NEW VIKING TRAVEL ADVISOR ACADEMY 

to find the Travel Agent Benefits. Sign up for Viking Rewards.  Book cruises and EARN!

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WINDSTAR -   Windstar Cruises Agent Info New agent Appreciation Fares and Free Cruise incentives offered. need to enroll and sign in! once you are signed in to agent portal. you can click on AGENT CENTER HOME , then ADVISOR SUPPORT and FAM TRIPS will be at the bottom.  You will then see a link to sign up and also a PDF of all cruises offered! WOW! for many sailings starting at $470.00 pp based on double occupancy. AGENT INFO

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Election latest: Sunak admits he got job 'because of a mistake'

Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer have faced the latest Q&A of this year's election, this time hosted by The Sun. Scroll through the Politics Hub to catch up on our updates and analysis from the event.

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Reducing knife crime will be a "moral mission" for Labour if it wins the election on 4 July, Sir Keir Starmer will say on Tuesday.

The party leader will outline his plan to halve knife crime over the next 10 years, including creating a new cross-government "coalition" to work on solutions - bringing in families of victims and survivors of knife crime, along with tech companies and relevant organisations. 

Sir Keir will also promise to chair an annual knife crime summit to "track progress" on the target, and appeal to all parties to work together on the issue. 

"Knife crime is an issue above and beyond party politics," he will say. "For the parents grieving sons and daughters who never came home, action to end this scourge cannot wait.

"Far too often we hear the same stories from grieving families who have been subject to these brutal murders carried out by children. 

"It is our duty as political leaders of all stripes to work together to end knife crime and keep our young people safe."

Figures from Labour showed knife-related offences had risen by 81% since 2015 across England and Wales. 

The party's pledges for after the election include increasing the penalties for carrying a knife - including custody in the most serious cases, as well as extending the list of banned knives. 

Its 10pm - here's your late night general election bulletin.

We're into the last full week of the election campaign, with just 10 days left until polling day - and things are heating up.

Here's a run down of everything you may have missed:

• Rishi Sunak  today said he is not being investigated by the Gambling Commission over the betting scandal;
• He confirmed the Conservative Party is carrying out its own investigation - and will pass its findings on to the Gambling Commission ;
• The prime minister later took part in an election Q&A with The Sun, in which he insisted he only took the top job "as the result of a mistake" made by Liz Truss ;
• He also failed to confirm whether he called a summer election to avoid potential legal trouble over Rwanda flights taking off in July;
• Meanwhile, economists have lambasted a "conspiracy of silence" from the main parties over their tax and spending plans - read more below:
• Over to Labour, which has offered to meet Harry Potter author JK Rowling to provide her with "assurances" over the protection of women-only spaces; 
• Sir Keir Starmer also took part in the election Q&A, and he admitted that he "understands" why people are confused by his shift in stance on Jeremy Corbyn;
• And Lord Richard Dannatt, the former head of the army, has said Nigel Farage is "not worth listening to about anything" - particularly relating to the war in Ukraine;
• The Reform leader said last week the West had contributed to the invasion of Ukraine;
• He has launched a blistering attack aimed at his one-time ally Boris Johnson - highlighting a front page showing Mr Johnson holding a similar stance on Russia back in 2016.

A flurry of general elections since 2015 has brought an unprecedented churn in our parliamentary representatives.

This year, two in five MPs aren't seeking re-election and the picture for the Conservatives is record-breakingly grim.

An unparalleled total of 23% of Conservative MPs are calling it a day in 2024, more than the previous high of 22% of Tories who quit in 1997, another year of boundary changes.

In contrast, only 15% of Labour MPs are resigning.

There are many reasons MPs quit: from retirement, family commitments and health concerns to career change, abolished constituencies, and the prospect of defeat.

But their decision to depart can reveal much about life in Westminster and have a significant impact on parliament's mix of experience, demographics, and the direction of political parties.

Dr Sofia Collignon, associate professor in Comparative Politics, analyses the churn in our representatives here:

Wales is a Labour heartland, but it's clearly in the sights of other parties during this election campaign.

Reform UK even launched its manifesto in a town in the south of the country, Merthyr Tydfil.

Although Wales has its own parliament and makes most of its own decisions, they still elect MPs who stand in Westminster.

Sky's Wales reporter Tomos Evans explains how the cost of living, steel industry and nuclear energy will be key issues for voters.

By David Blevins , senior Ireland correspondent

Northern Ireland's first and deputy first ministers have condemned the Conservative Party for the impact of Brexit on the region.

Sinn Fein's Michelle O'Neill told Sky News the current government had "played fast and loose" with the Good Friday Agreement.

Emma Little-Pengelly, of the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), said Northern Ireland was the victim of the Tories having "botched Brexit".

Doug Beattie, the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) leader, accused the "chaotic" Tory government of "destroying the cohesion of the United Kingdom".

Tactical voting is a talking point at every election - but it could play a particularly big role this time round.

The polls suggest huge public discontent with the Tories, but there are many seats where Labour - widely projected to form the next government - are not the main challengers.

It's contests like these where the Lib Dems, Reform UK, and the Greens might hope to make gains.

Below, Sky's political correspondent  Serena Barker-Singh explains what tactical voting is when it comes to an election and how it could impact parliament's makeup come 5 July.

Our live poll tracker collates the results of opinion surveys carried out by all the main polling organisations - and allows you to see how the political parties are performing in the run-up to the general election.

It shows a drop in support in recent days for Labour and the Tories - with a jump for Reform and the Liberal Democrats.

Read more about the tracker here .

Tonight on Politics Hub With Sophy Ridge , both our Tory and Labour guests faced questions over a report suggesting neither party are being honest with voters about their tax and spending plans.

The Institute for Fiscal Studies launched its report on their election manifestos this morning, warning public services will have to be cut over the next parliament, unless government debt or taxes rise further.

Labour and the Tories have both ruled out tax rises on working people, but also downplayed the risk of cuts to key public services.

So, are they being honest? Our business correspondent Paul Kelso takes a closer look at the numbers...

That concludes our coverage of tonight's Politics Hub With Sophy Ridge  - the show will return tomorrow at 7pm. Stick with us here for more updates and analysis throughout the evening.

Five years ago it was indisputably the Brexit election, but this time round it's become something of an elephant in the room.

But in Northern Ireland, none of the party leaders are shy of talking about the impact of Britain leaving the EU.

Our  senior Ireland correspondent  David Blevins   has spoken to them all about the legacy of the 2016 referendum - and how a new government at Westminster might change things.

As David notes, to "get Brexit done" the Tory government put a trade border in the Irish Sea between Northern Ireland and Great Britain - something that was once unthinkable.

Michelle O'Neill, Sinn Fein:

"I think there's an opportunity now with what potentially looks like a Labour government coming into play to reverse the damage of Brexit. 

"And actually, I would hope we get to the point where actually we reverse the Brexit decision altogether. 

"That may not be where Labour are headed, but I think there is an opportunity to reset relationships, critically between London and Dublin, because those have been very much fractured."

Emma Little-Pengelly, DUP: 

"The Conservative Party and the UK government botched Brexit and Northern Ireland was the victim of that. 

"We called out the Conservative Party on this at every single stage. 

"We had to fight incredibly hard to try to undo the damage made by the decisions made by the Conservative Party in government. 

"But of course it was us fighting for that, while others were agitating and pushing for rigorous implementation of that really bad deal."

Naomi Long, Alliance: 

"What we need to do looking forward is say... how do we make the benefits of the Windsor Framework work in our advantage? 

"We have a unique position in Northern Ireland in terms of trade: we can trade freely into GB, we can trade freely with the Irish Republic, but more than that, we are a foot in the European Union."

Colum Eastwood, SDLP:

"Brexit has been a disaster for the whole of the UK, I would argue, economically and in many other ways, but we felt it much more keenly here because we share a border with the European Union.

"We had to do an awful lot of work to put things back together after the mess that was made by Brexit and Boris Johnson and the DUP. 

"From our perspective, there's no better outcome than actually being back in the European Union lock, stock, and barrel."

Doug Beattie, UUP:

"Brexit was a defining moment. 

"It absolutely undermined the cohesion of the United Kingdom, and I think we can see the out workings of that even today. 

"And whatever government gets in - and we all think it's going to be a Labour government - I think they're going to have to work on that cohesion as one of their main outputs."

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Is Moscow Safe? Crime Rates & Safety Report

On Feb. 24, 2022, Russia invaded its neighbor country Ukraine, starting a war between these two countries.

This act of invasion caused many Ukrainians to flee their country and seek shelter in places like Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, etc…

At this time, we recommend no travel to Russia or Ukraine, or any neighboring countries for your own safety.

Russia : Safety by City

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Moscow, the capital of Russia, is a political, scientific, historical, architectural and business center of this huge country.

It’s one of the most visited places in Russia, and for good reason.

The best-known parts of Russia are concentrated precisely in the urban areas and cities like Moscow and Saint Petersburg.

Moscow’s history attracts the most tourists, as they are fascinated by it is a surreal and sometimes brutal but nevertheless thrilling and jaw-dropping national story.

In this city, visited by 17 million tourists annually, the history, told in its numerous museums, some of which are the world’s greatest, interacts with modernity.

For example, in the Garden of Fallen Monuments (Fallen Monument Park), you can see entire clusters of modern art contrasting with the very non-conceptual Communist monuments.

• Warnings & Dangers in Moscow

OVERALL RISK: MEDIUM

Generally speaking, Moscow today is safe as much as other cities in Europe, despite its problematic history with criminal activity in the 90s. However, if you’re planning on traveling to Moscow, keep in mind that you should always keep your guard up and remain aware of your surroundings, just in case.

TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: LOW

Generally speaking, transportation in Moscow is safe, but you should bear in mind that kidnappings have been known to happen, mostly in unlicensed taxis, so be careful when hailing one on the streets. Keep in mind that the most dangerous areas where small crime tends to occur are the underground walkways, called “perekhods”. Only use official services like Yandex Taxi, Uber or Gett taxi.

PICKPOCKETS RISK: HIGH

Pickpocketing is very common in Moscow, and surprisingly it is mostly performed by groups of children. Pay attention to your belongings, don’t leave them in plain sight and be especially careful in crowded places like stations or near tourist attractions.

NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: LOW

Moscow isn’t particularly susceptible to natural disasters. Some blizzards and snowstorms are possible during winter which can affect the traffic and delay your flights. During winter, be prepared to face the below-freezing temperatures.

MUGGING RISK: MEDIUM

The situation improved drastically when it comes to kidnappings and muggings. Generally, never accept free drinks or food when you’re in a club or a bar. Drink spiking and then attacking and robbing the victim have been reported on numerous occasions.

TERRORISM RISK: HIGH

After the recent terrorist attack in the subway in St. Petersburg the probability of this situation happening again in Moscow is very high.

SCAMS RISK: HIGH

There are many scams in Moscow, usually performed by children trying to distract you and then steal some money from you. Never talk to strange kids on the street. Also, you should avoid playing street gambling games.

WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW

Women are generally safe in Moscow, though you should avoid finding yourself alone in clubs or bars, and of course, apply all normal precaution measures like avoiding remote and poorly lit streets and areas.

• So... How Safe Is Moscow Really?

Moscow experienced a rise when it came to crime rates during the 1990s.

Violent crime, as well as petty crime and scams,  had increased, but the biggest part of the violence was within the criminal groups themselves, and it didn’t affect foreigners that much.

However, it decreased since the 90s, so right now, for tourists, Moscow isn’t more dangerous than any other European city, it’s even less so.

The crime rate in Moscow is fairly lower than one in New York, London or Paris, so you should feel safe here.

Also, you can count on the officials to be uncorrupted – don’t ever try to bribe them: you will be charged with bribery.

Bear in mind that if you are a member of the LGBT community, there is no reason to avoid Moscow altogether but you should refrain from any public displays of affection.

As of June 2013, “homosexual propaganda to minors” is prohibited, which means that any discussion of gay rights or homosexuality issues in the presence of minors is punishable by law.

While you walk around Moscow, you might encounter police officials that may demand to see your papers to check if you have been registered within 7 business days of your arrival into Moscow.

You shouldn’t have any problems with this, because if you stay in a hotel then you are automatically registered and will be handed a confirmation paper.

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The Russian ruble is the official currency in Moscow. ATMs are widespread throughout the country and credit cards are accepted everywhere.

Moscow has a highly continental influenced climate characterized by warm to hot and dry summers and extremely cold, freezing winters with temperatures as low as -30°C – sometimes even lower, with heavy snowfall.

Sheremetyevo International Airport is the Russian busiest international airport. It is located in Molzhaninovsky District, Northern Administrative Okrug, in Moscow, about 29 km northwest of central Moscow.

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9 Reviews on Moscow

That's just not true.

The person who wrote the text obviously have never been in Moscow and in Russia at all. This is ridiculous. Even about pickpocketing, the risk at most is medium, mugging is zero in historical places but is pretty high in sleeping quarters

Your rating is only two stars for safety though? So I am confused. Are you rating the article to be in poor taste?

I went to Moscow in 2021. I enjoyed the trip. I felt there were “unsafe areas” so I avoided them. So long as you know where you are going and don’t insult the locals, you should be fine.

51% safe?! Is this out of date?

Moscow and Russia in general are MUCH SAFER than Paris or London, yet those latter are more than 15 points ahead?!

Hell, it’s even admitted in the above text: “Moscow isn’t more dangerous than any other European city, IT’S EVEN LESS SO.” Yeah, you bet! And then: “the crime rate in Moscow is fairly lower than one in New York, London or Paris, so you should feel safe here.” So why the low rating? I don’t get it.

Also, the latest terrorist attack in Moscow happened in 2010… so how can you honestly say that the risk is still “high”? Especially for the fact Russia is very much on the edge when it comes to fighting terrorism domestically and over the world.

Sure, it might not be ideal everywhere in Moscow, but it’s WAY SAFER than in Paris, especially at night. You just can’t go out in Paris after the evening anymore, in most areas (I got assaulted for no reason at Châtelet-les-Halles and taking the RER train at dark is becoming more and more risky)… while in Moscow, chances are that you’ll see girls in miniskirts walking home while quietly singing. Or maybe you’ll stumble upon some gorgeous lady asking you for a lighter and then giving you her number for a coffee the next day. So very dangerous!

I sense a serious bias, here. Is it because of that LGBT thing? Could you pick a more extreme case? Yeah, you can totally be gay in Russia, just be so in private. There even are transsexuals, but this is a traditional and respectable country, so you should respect their choice of not publicizing various sexual lifestyles.

Moscow and Saint Petersburg are safe

Moscow and Saint Petersburg are very safe in my opinion! I’ve been to both cities visiting family! There are so many people out on the streets and on public transportation- I felt very safe! You need to change your ratings!!

Any update on Covid-19 to visit Moscow

I visited 118 country and Moscow one of the safest city I have been, st Petersburg as well, I read this article hoping to find any update on covid-19 restrictions upon arrival, so if anyone can update I’m planning to visit Moscow again but I need to know if quarentain is required or mandatory, anyone can share, cheers.

In Russia nobody cares, masks off. I dont know if fiew thousands of infected per day are high for you though. I was never arrested for not wearing mask, but you have to have it on you. Sometimes cops ask to put mask, you just do that and everything ok, some shops can refuse to do service if you dont have mask. I assume they pressured by boss, so just put on mask, they can give you gloves and dont cause any problems.

Written by someone who never visited Russia

A veer biased review. Moscow or St. Petersburg for being such brilliant truly cosmopolitan cities are extremely safe. Pickpocketing in Russia?! By children?! Who wrote this? Clearly by someone who has never been to the great country of Russia.

Have never been there. But wish me well

Bias review, Moscow is much safer than that!

This review is so bias and just wrong! First of all apart from being a political, scientific and etc center, it is an absolutely beautiful city and a very culturally rich city. For tourists there’s a huge range of delicious food, amazing shopping, a lot of cultural activities, and all sorts of entertainment. I’ve travelled there in December 2019, and most of the time I spent walking around and exploring by myself, be it during day time or night, nothing happened to me once. I mostly used subways and sometimes taxi, both safe. Just have a common sense when it comes to safety and you’ll be fine. You need to travel there at least once in a lifetime, it’s a completely different experience and it’s a beautiful one, NOT a communistic terrorist epicenter as some describe it to be.

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Can my own travel agent book my casino offer?

By cruzin4us , May 4, 2022 in Princess Cruises

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Well, I probably should know this but I don't.    

I have a casino offer I'd like to book and in the past I've always just called the number listed on the brochure and did my reservation.    However, I've been on hold now for over 1 1/2 hours and I'm a bit frustrated.

So, my question for you experts is this:    Can I just call my own travel agent and book thru her or do I need to book directly thru the casino promotion department?

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Yes you can. However many agents are no longer accepting casino comp bookings as the commission is a very small fixed amount.  If they are willing to book the offer they will need the specific campaign code. Princess Casino dept wants IMMEDIATE full payment of any items not covered by the comp (non-refundable deposit, taxes, fee to upgrade to higher room category, Princess plus upgrade if not included in offer, etc). They will begrudgingly give a price quote to your agent but really they want everything priced/booked in one call.  Hold times have been in the range of 2-3hrs to get a Casino agent.  Best bet - talk to your agent and develop a strategy and go from there. 

2 minutes ago, AtlantaCruiser72 said: Yes you can. However many agents are no longer accepting casino comp bookings as the commission is a very small fixed amount.  If they are willing to book the offer they will need the specific campaign code. Princess Casino dept wants IMMEDIATE full payment of any items not covered by the comp (non-refundable deposit, taxes, fee to upgrade to higher room category, Princess plus upgrade if not included in offer, etc). They will begrudgingly give a price quote to your agent but really they want everything priced/booked in one call.  Hold times have been in the range of 2-3hrs to get a Casino agent.  Best bet - talk to your agent and develop a strategy and go from there. 

Thank you for the quick response.    That was kind of what I thought.    I'm almost reached the 2 hours of being on hold so I'll probably just continue holding.

I want to book a back to back, and it's probably better to get a "casino" rep on the phone.....argh.

43 minutes ago, AtlantaCruiser72 said: Yes you can. However many agents are no longer accepting casino comp bookings as the commission is a very small fixed amount.  If they are willing to book the offer they will need the specific campaign code. Princess Casino dept wants IMMEDIATE full payment of any items not covered by the comp (non-refundable deposit, taxes, fee to upgrade to higher room category, Princess plus upgrade if not included in offer, etc). They will begrudgingly give a price quote to your agent but really they want everything priced/booked in one call.  Hold times have been in the range of 2-3hrs to get a Casino agent.  Best bet - talk to your agent and develop a strategy and go from there. 

Brilliant response.  Thanks for the information!

We booked a casino offer through our travel agent.  She is the one that found it for us.  She said she receives no commission for the cruise.  We sent her a $50 Starbucks card as a thank you.  I know it’s not the same, but we have booked over 30 cruises with her and LOVE her!

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