Nassau Cruise Port Convenes Maritime Leaders for Second Annual International Women’s Day Forum
Leaders from across the maritime, tourism, security, and environmental sectors of The Bahamas gathered at the second annual Nassau Cruise Port International Women’s Day leadership forum, underscoring the growing influence of women in shaping the future of the nation’s port economy. (more…)
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The brightest stars of the Australasian cruise community have been named at a record-breaking 23rd Cruise Industry Awards in Sydney, where close to 600 guests gathered on the weekend to celebrate the strength of the international cruise community.
The first Cruise Europe at Sea has taken place and, by all accounts, it was a resounding success.
More than 40 representatives from tourist destinations and companies participate in a training day as part of the European PortCrew project.
MedCruise and AIVP, have brought the international Cruises & Port Cities Working Group to Taranto for its first in-person meeting, gathering around 30 port city professionals and experts from Italy, Spain, France, Greece and Portugal.
European cruise industry leaders to gather in Madeira to advance policy dialogue, sustainability, and regional development.
Princess Cruises raised a salted-rim glass to National Margarita Day in record-breaking style, breaking a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the Most Margaritas Sold in 8 Hours.
The iconic Teatro Eslava in Madrid welcomed more than 200 guests to the Cruise Excellence Awards ceremony, organized annually by Cruises News Media Group.
During the 2026 Excellence Cruise Awards held today in Madrid, a special recognition was presented to the Port Authority of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, CLIA and MSC Cruises for the joint development of the educational programme “All Aboard”.
The Board of Directors of the Las Palmas Port Authority approves new concessions linked to food logistics, updates emergency service tariffs and makes progress in planning, environmental matters and the management of public port land.
Five Senses Consulting & Development, in collaboration with NextPlus and EXANTAS, the Institute of the Hellenic Ports Association (ELIME), delivered a two-day Cruise Destination Development Seminar in Thessaloniki, Greece, focusing on the strategic, operational and regulatory dimensions of cruise port and destination development. 
The President of the Port Authority of Las Palmas outlined the objectives the public body aims to achieve in 2026 during a business breakfast organised by La Provincia–Prensa Ibérica.
Antigua Cruise Port (ACP) has officially unveiled its new cruise terminal, a flagship investment under the long-term public-private partnership between the Government of Antigua and Barbuda and Global Ports Holding (GPH), the world’s largest cruise port operator.
Pacific Whale Foundation and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH) announce a new partnership to expand the Keiki Whale Watch program, significantly increasing access to hands-on ocean education for Maui students in grades two through eight.
MedCruise has established itself as a collaborative ecosystem that connects ports, destinations and professionals through trust, shared knowledge and practical cooperation.
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has announced that the theme for this year’s CLIA Conference, which will take place from June 4-6 in Southampton, is ‘Cruise Ready’.
As part of their strategic development policies in nautical tourism, and more specifically to promote the reception and dedicated services for yachts and mega-yachts in their respective ports,
Top rankings in accessibility, beauty and security earn Valletta Cruise Port international recognition at FITUR.
The Cruise Club plenary, led by Jean-Baptiste Gastinne, took place Tuesday, January 27, at Le Havre’s Port Center.
The BNP Paribas Open, the largest combined ATP Masters and WTA 1000 tennis tournament in the world, announced the addition of Silversea, the leading experiential luxury and expedition travel brand, as the new Official Luxury Cruise Line of the tournament ahead of the 2026 event.
BWT Alpine Formula One Team and MSC Cruises have sailed into Formula One history, as the French team became the first in the sport to unveil its car livery on board a cruise ship.
The educational project “All Aboard!” was successfully delivered this weekend at FITUR, following months of joint work and institutional coordination, consolidating its position as an innovative outreach and education initiative for the port and cruise sectors.
Cunard has partnered with Letters Live to bring a star-studded cast of speakers to the Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall in London.
The Port Authority of Las Palmas presents Seatrade Cruise Med 2026 at FITUR, which will make the Port of Las Palmas the host venue of the largest European cruise industry event.
“On 7 January, AIDAnova called at Cherbourg, providing an excellent opportunity to host our annual cruise stakeholders’ meeting on board the vessel”, says Guillaume Hamel, Cherbourg Cruise Club.
Ahead of the Australian Open, Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, hosted an exclusive evening with world tennis champion and Global Brand Ambassador Jannik Sinner at Stokehouse, St Kilda on 13th January.
Scenic Group, the world-renowned leader in ultra-luxury river cruises and ocean yacht voyages, celebrated Cruise Planners as one of its top travel partners during the highly anticipated Night of the Stars gala.
Agents can now apply for a place for Cruise Line International Association’s (CLIA) Expedition Showcase 2026.
Princess Cruises rang in 2026 in full bloom with a stunning appearance at the iconic 137th Rose Parade®, unveiling its “Together in the Magic of Alaska” float.
Carnival Cruise Line is returning to New York’s Times Square to light the iconic New Year’s Eve Ball for the fifth year in a row, with Josh Weinstein, CEO of Carnival Corporation & plc, leading the company’s delegation as guests across Carnival’s fleet celebrate the new year with festivities at sea.
MedCruise delivered its 2025 Professional Development Course (PDC), offering members a focused and practical AI Training Programme designed specifically for the cruise port and destination community.
StarCruises, in collaboration with the Ronald McDonald House Charities Malaysia (RMHC Malaysia), today hosted nearly 200 families and paediatric patients aboard the Star Voyager cruise ship during a special port-stay event. 