Cruise Club UK expecting 'a bit of jealousy' after hinting at second exclusive world cruise charter

The Prestwich-based agency, now part of Australia’s Ignite Travel Group, launched the Explorations by Norwegian sailing earlier this month. 

The world voyage onboard the 348-cabin Oceania Regatta will depart from Civitavecchia (Rome) in September 2026 and visiting six continents. The cruise and its segments are being sold exclusively by Cruise Club in the UK market.

Cruise Club said the full itinerary “blends the best elements of ocean, river, premium and expedition cruise to create a unique and new opportunity for customers like never before”. 

General manager Paul Edge said efforts are now being made to confirm a second ship – either from a Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings brand or elsewhere – for another exclusive charter. “Ignite is looking to get ship number two sorted,” said Edge. “You just have to have the creativity to go out there and do it.” 

Edge revealed the process to source and confirm Oceania Regatta took two years. Ignite Travel Group founder Randall Deer, who is now Cruise Club UK managing director, led the push to find a cruise operator willing to charter a ship. 

’Anyone’ can charter a ship 

Edge admitted it was likely there would be “a bit of jealously” among other UK agencies who cannot sell the Explorations by Norwegian itinerary, but he stressed “anyone” could do it. 

Deer added: “Cruising is one of the most convenient and best value ways to see the world. To deliver on this vision, we needed the perfect ship. 

“One small enough to go where big ships can’t, big enough to have enough dining and leisure options for guests onboard for longer stays to enjoy, and premium enough to deliver all of this in luxurious style.”