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Cruise lines schedule more off-peak Mediterranean voyages

Viking, Oceania Cruises and EXPLORA Journeys are offering European itineraries outside the traditional peak season.

Viking, Scenic, Princess, Crystal and Uniworld have outlined regional itineraries operating from spring through autumn 2027.

The voluntary framework would lower peak-summer cruise passenger numbers to 7,500 a day.

The cruise group intends to acquire a half-ownership stake, with the Stewart family retaining its half of the resort enterprise.