inCruises, a division of inGroup International, announced two major product expansions at its first-ever THE Global Convention in Belgrade, Serbia, this weekend. The company introduced inTrips, curated multi-day land vacations, and added River Cruises through partnerships with AmaWaterways and Emerald Cruises. These launches represent the broadest expansion of the membership offering since inCruises was founded in 2016, moving beyond ocean cruises to provide land-based and river experiences.
The new inTrips product applies the same savings principles that made inCruises popular for ocean travel to expertly planned land vacations. Travel experts design each trip by researching the destination and surrounding region, then assembling accommodations, transfers, transportation, sightseeing, tours, excursions, and free time into a single itinerary. This eliminates the need for travelers to spend hours planning. "inTrips was built around the simple belief that a great vacation shouldn’t require multiple spreadsheets, three weeks of research, and a year’s worth of savings. We’ve done the heavy lifting so our Members can simply show up and experience the destination," said Anthony Varvaro, Chief Operations Officer and Chief Finance Officer at inCruises.
inTrips will launch in the United Arab Emirates, beginning with Dubai, historically inCruises’ most popular destination. The initial collection includes 5- and 7-day vacations, a Dubai-only option, a Dubai + Abu Dhabi + Ras Al Khaimah option, Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing with Burj Khalifa admission, desert dinner safari experiences, and Abu Dhabi city tours on select 7-day itineraries. The initial inTrips are expected to become available in late 2026, with additional destinations planned as the category expands.
For inCruises Members, inTrips unlocks two ways to reduce vacation costs: INsider Pricing for 17% off the retail price of the complete inTrip, and Reward Points at significant ratios similar to eligible cruises, up to 50% of qualifying bookings, with opportunities for up to 100% through All Reward Points and qualifying Elite Travel Advantages. This means Members can apply Reward Points toward a complete vacation that includes accommodations, transfers, transportation, tours, excursions, and other included experiences, significantly expanding where their points can be used. "We wanted Reward Points to feel useful year-round, not just when someone is booking a cruise. inTrips makes that possible by putting points to work toward a complete vacation experience," Varvaro added.
River Cruises were also introduced, offering a different style of travel: smaller ships, intimate waterways, and immersive access to inland destinations and cultures that ocean cruising doesn’t reach. The expansion launches through partnerships with leading river cruise brands AmaWaterways and Emerald Cruises, unlocking waterways and destinations across Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America, including the Danube, Rhine, Seine, Rhône, Douro, Mekong, Nile, Chobe, and Magdalena. "River cruising opens a completely different relationship with a destination. Instead of simply arriving at a port, travelers can experience the heart of a region as they journey along its rivers, with opportunities to explore historic cities, smaller towns, and landscapes often inaccessible to larger ships. From the villages and vineyards along the Rhine and Danube to the culture and scenery of destinations throughout Europe, river cruising allows travelers to discover and experience more," said Tatiana Wegzyn, Commercial Partnerships Manager at inCruises. "Partnering with AmaWaterways and Emerald Cruises means our Members can access these experiences through two brands that have spent decades refining the river cruise experience."
The two announcements bring the inCruises offering to its broadest point since the company’s founding. Members now have access to ocean cruises, river cruises, inStays hotels and resorts, inTours individual tours and activities, and inTrips curated land vacations. For travelers who have been curious about what an inCruises Membership delivers, the answer is now considerably broader than a cruise discount club. As the company continues to expand its portfolio and global reach, these launches signal a clear direction for the future: more choice, more experiences, and more value for Members wherever their travels take them. With over 770,000 guests booked and access to nearly 200,000 cruise, hotel, and resort options worldwide, inCruises is positioning itself as a comprehensive travel membership platform.
