Cruise bookings through Travel Counsellors are up by 35% so far this year over the same period in pre-pandemic 2019.
All types have all seen a rise in total gross sales compared to 2019 with mainstream cruises up by 31%, premium cruises by 39% and luxury cruises up by 137%.
The home working agency has seen almost a third (32%) of cruise bookings in the last 28 days for winter 2022 sailings and 48% for summer 2023.
The average cruise booking value in September was up by 17% compared to the same month three years ago as people look for more experiential travel.
Head of cruise Janet Whittingham said: “It’s fantastic to see such a brilliant resurgence from an industry that was one hardest hit by the pandemic.
“I think travellers appreciate the range and variety that cruising offers, and with many looking to try something new it’s a great option with some very competitive pricing.”
She added: “We are seeing both new to cruise and repeat customers taking to the seas, and more so wanting the advice and experience of an expert who can advise on the cruise product that will suit them and be there to look after them throughout their voyage.
“With more cruise ‘masters’ than any other company, booking a cruise with the support and expertise of a Travel Counsellor really gives customers that reassurance, and with the breadth of cruises on offer there is something for everyone. It’s fair to say cruising is certainly back on the agenda moving forward.”