Key Highlights
- Travelmarvel will star in a festive cruise special with comedian Susan Calman.
- The Christmas Cruising program will air on November 21, 2025.
- Calman’s episode showcases a voyage through various German cities including Nuremberg and Cologne.
- A Black Friday promotion is offered with up to 35% off selected cruises.
Festive Entertainment Awaits on Travelmarvel Vega
Travelmarvel, a renowned river cruise operator, is set to delight viewers this holiday season with a special Christmas Cruising program hosted by the beloved comedian Susan Calman. The episode, scheduled for broadcast on November 21, 2025, will offer an engaging journey through Germany’s picturesque cities, including Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Rotherburg, Miltenburg, and Cologne.
Comedian’s Journey
Susan Calman, known for her witty commentary on British society, will be the face of this festive cruise. The program takes viewers aboard Travelmarvel Vega, highlighting the amenities available to passengers such as McGeary’s Bar and various activities like a gingerbread house-making competition. Calman’s enthusiasm and interaction with fellow passengers add an extra layer of enjoyment to the viewing experience.
Black Friday Promotion
The Christmas Cruising special comes at a perfect time, coinciding with Travelmarvel’s Black Friday promotion. This offer includes up to 35% off November and December departures for their eight-day Reflections of the Rhine & Main cruise featured in the show. The discounted price starts from £1,895 per person, including discounts, transfers, gratuities, and return flights from the UK. Additionally, there is a 50% discount on a 14-day European Gems cruise, with lead-ins from £2,495.
Industry Expert’s Perspective
Paul Melinis, UK and Ireland managing director at Travelmarvel, emphasized the significance of this special program. “Our festive cruise offering has grown in popularity by 28% in the last year,” he said. “It’s great to see Susan Calman enjoying all the wonders of a Travelmarvel cruise. We hope this special airing provides viewers with an insight into the hard work that goes into making Christmas so memorable for our valued guests and the enthusiasm and knowledge of our Travelmarvel team in curating and hosting these festive itineraries.”
Brad Bennetts, UK and Ireland head of sales at APT Travelmarvel, added: “We are honored to have hosted Christmas Cruising with Susan Calman, and to share our stunning contemporary river ship, Vega, with the Channel 5 audience. Agents can use this episode as a helpful sales tool, to showcase the onboard experience and what their clients might expect when they choose to sail the Rhine and Main rivers with APT Travelmarvel.”
With these special offers and the engaging presence of Susan Calman, Travelmarvel is set to make this holiday season truly unforgettable for viewers and potential cruise passengers alike.
