North Cape fam trip successfully focuses on a niche
In early August Ports of North Cape organised a fam trip focusing exclusively on the expedition, luxury and small-ship cruise segment. (more…)
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Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise passengers tell of their holiday hell
Dozens of people have accused TUI River Cruises of operating vessels with faulty facilities including persistently broken air conditioning, after they spent thousands of pounds on holidays. (more…)
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World cruise bookings surge 20% as cruisers embrace slow travel
World cruise bookings jumped more than 20% year over year, with new routes, longer port stays, and Starlink drawing a younger crowd to extended voyages. (more…)
The expedition destination that still sets its own terms
In an age when expedition cruising has grown polished and predictable, a Papua New Guinea cruise offers something increasingly rare: genuine uncertainty and the promise of a true adventure. (more…)
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The Mekong with AmaWaterways: A river of history
As the Mekong spreads across the horizon, the towers of Phnom Penh signal AmaDara’s approach to the Cambodian capital. I first came here 25 years ago and have been drawn back repeatedly by the city’s peculiar mixture of tragedy, faded glamour and restless reinvention. (more…)
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Cruise Europe – New member: Esbjerg, Denmark
Esbjerg is situated at the gateway to the Wadden Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognised as one of the world’s most important tidal ecosystems having vast tidal flats and hosting rich birdlife. (more…)
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Azamara Cruises Puts Its Most Passionate Guests in the Spotlight with Azamara Circle Cruise
Following its well-received 2026 CEO Cruise in Alaska, Azamara Cruises has announced next year’s planned sailing as the Azamara Circle Loyalty Cruise, putting the cruise line’s most devoted guests at the center of the experience. (more…)
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Pavlus Travel & Cruise’s “World Cruise” Bookings Have Increased More than 20 Percent for 2026, Versus 2025, as Consumers Clamor for the “Ultimate Luxury Travel Experience”
As people await the dawn of 2027 in just a few months, some luxury travelers are excited about heading out for their robust, multi-month World Cruise. In one 2026 development, Pavlus Travel & Cruise’s bookings for World Cruises, typically ranging from 80 to 187 days, are up more than 20 percent year over year. (more…)
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Bilbao establishes dedicated coach stops to support traffic flow
This year, it is estimated that Bilbao Port will welcome over 100 cruise calls and around 250,000 passengers. It has been working with city regulators to help maximise the smooth flow of traffic into the city centre and around the main tourist attractions. (more…)
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines celebrates 20 years of sailing from Newcastle
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MSC Cruises Revises Winter 2027/2028 Deployment
MSC Cruises announced updates for the Winter 2027/2028 season today, enriching deployment in key regions – the South Caribbean and Western Mediterranean. (more…)
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Cunard lifts the curtain on speaker line-up for the rest of the year
The August-December 2026 programme features more than 800 Insights speakers including 200 high-profile names across Cunard’s fleet. (more…)
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CLIA announces details of 15th anniversary RiverView Conference
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced details of its 2027 RiverView Conference, which will celebrate the event’s 15th anniversary with a two-night sailing through three of the Danube’s iconic capitals. (more…)
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Cruise Europe – New member: Tvoroyri
Tvoroyri is situated on Sudoroy, the southernmost island of the Faroe Islands. The spacious fjord, established port infrastructure and surrounding landscape provide an ideal setting for cruise calls. (more…)
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Cunard Unveils Labor Day Sale with Fares from $999, Plus Up to $300 in Onboard Credit on over 150 Voyages
Cunard is offering guests incredible savings during its Labor Day Sale, featuring fares from $999 per person and up to $300 in onboard credit per stateroom on 158 voyages across Cunard’s iconic fleet. (more…)
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National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions Embarks On First-Ever European River Expedition
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions, the pioneer of modern expedition cruising, has officially launched its inaugural European river expedition, with the August 15 departure of the Holland and Belgium: Medieval History and Scenic Waterways itinerary. (more…)
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Fincantieri and Viking sign contracts for two new ocean ships
Fincantieri and Viking today announced that they have signed contracts for the construction of two new cruise ships, following the exercise of the options granted and announced in April 2025. (more…)
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Another Cruise Line Is Cracking Down on a Popular Passenger Tradition—and Says It’s Become a Safety Issue
Marella Cruises is asking guests to leave rubber ducks at home and refrain from decorating cabin doors with magnets, flags, and other items. (more…)
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Opinion: There Is a Future for River Cruising in Europe Among Historic Low Water Levels
RHINE HITS RECORD LOW
I adore river cruising. I constantly recommend river cruises to viewers and followers, but for weeks, low water levels in Europe and their effect on river cruising have been all anyone has asked me about. (more…)
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Major Travel unveils new cruise booking platform
Major Travel, a prominent UK-based travel wholesaler, has introduced a new cruise booking function on its Major Go platform, allowing travel agents to manage complete cruise holidays through a single interface. (more…)
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NCL Creating a New Main Dining Experience on Next New Ship
When Norwegian Cruise Line’s next new ship, Norwegian Aura, debuts in 2027, it will have new complimentary and paid dining options, a new era of wellness at sea, and refreshed public spaces. (more…)
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See beloved Royal Caribbean ships that were removed from service
Royal Caribbean cruise ships aren’t built to last forever. Between technological advancements, changing guest preferences, and the rising costs of maintaining older vessels, some of the cruise line’s most beloved ships have been sold off. (more…)
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ALMACO’s Refrigeration Machinery Delivered Onboard Legend of the Seas
ALMACO Group has successfully completed the delivery of a refrigeration machinery system onboard Royal Caribbean Cruises’ new vessel, Legend of the Seas. The project was executed at MEYER TURKU shipyard and delivered in June 2026. (more…)
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New route expands Genoa Airport network supporting the German cruise market, with passengers embarking on Costa Cruises ships
The new direct connection between Genoa and Frankfurt, starting on Sunday 28 March 2027, will be operated by Discover Airlines with 180-seat Airbus A320, twice weekly (on Saturdays and Sundays), throughout the entire 2027 summer season. (more…)
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Virgin Voyages Celebrates Biggest Revenue Day in Company History
Virgin Voyages is celebrating a major win. On August 13, the company notched its the biggest revenue day in history, surpassing its previous Black Friday 2025 record. (more…)
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Company introduces Yangtze River cruise packages for Russian guests
Russian company Doninturflot has begun offering cruise packages for Russian tourists on the Yangtze River in China. (more…)
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Ambassador Cruise Line confirms 2027 Solar Eclipse Cruise sailing from Dundee
Ambassador Cruise Line is offering guests from Dundee and further afield a rare opportunity to witness next summer’s total solar eclipse as part of a very special 19-night Mediterranean Moments & Solar Eclipse sailing. (more…)
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Cruise Month returns this October
Cruise Month will return to Australasia this October as Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) rolls out initiatives to help travel advisors make the most of the region’s growing hunger for cruising. (more…)
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New Grant Supports AECO’s Work to Reduce Expedition Cruise Emissions
New funding will help AECO members improve emissions reporting and identify opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from Arctic operations. (more…)
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Tauck Announces ms Harmonie, Newest Riverboat Joining Its French Fleet
Tauck has announced the ms Harmonie, the newest riverboat joining its fleet in France and a sister ship to the ms Lumière on the Rhône. Shaped in part by feedback from Tauck’s river cruising guests, the new vessel carries forward the design of the ms Lumière. (more…)
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Disney Cruise Line Reveals First Details of New Ship Class
Disney Cruise Line revealed the first details and images of its new ship class, which will be built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany. (more…)
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Guests aboard Cunard’s Queen Anne witness the 2026 total solar eclipse from north-west Spain. Looking ahead to the 2027 total solar eclipse
Cunard’s Queen Anne provided a dramatic setting for guests to witness the total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026, with striking images captured from on board as the rare celestial event unfolded over north-west Spain. (more…)
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P&O Cruises extends partnership with Barbados chefs for second season of authentic island culinary experience
P&O Cruises is extending its successful partnership with award-winning Barbados chefs to bring a second season of its exclusive A Taste of Barbados culinary experience to guests sailing the Caribbean this winter. (more…)
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Hong Kong Tourism Board Takes Centre Stage as Cruise360 Australasia Headline Partner
CLIA has welcomed Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) as its Headline Partner for September’s Cruise360 Australasia conference, putting Asia’s World City in the spotlight as a leading international cruise hub. (more…)
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A-ROSA anniversary brochure launches with new look. “Cruise Your Way” in the 2027 season – New itineraries on the Rhine & Danube
A-ROSA River Cruises has released the brochure for its 2027 anniversary season. Headed under the company’s new claim, “Cruise Your Way”, the digital brochure presents the 2027 river cruise programme, including 20 new itineraries on the Rhine and Danube, in a refreshed design. (more…)
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Fred. Olsen becomes first cruise line to sign Seafarer Pledge as part of continued commitment to crew welfare
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Experience the legendary Northwest Passage aboard Ocean Victory with Adventure Canada
There are few places that reward curiosity like the Northwest Passage. History, ice, and living culture meet in the storied Northwest Passage. (more…)
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Disney Cruise Line Shares First Look at New Class of Ships
Let’s see… you’ve got Disney Magic, and Disney Fantasy. And Disney Dream and Disney Wonder. And after that comes Disney Wish, Disney Treasure, and Disney Destiny. (more…)
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NAPA launches NAPA Checklist to digitalize onboard operational workflows
Co-developed with leading cruise operators like HX Expeditions, the new step-by-step digital workflow connects to NAPA Logbook and NAPA Fleet Intelligence for live, fleet-wide safety oversight. (more…)
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MSC Cruises Elevates Wellness Aboard MSC World Asia
MSC World Asia will bring an expanded wellness experience to the Mediterranean when she begins sailing in December 2026, with a redesigned MSC Aurea Spa offering panoramic ocean views, advanced treatments and personalized wellness services. (more…)
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