A&K opens bookings for new luxury Nile river cruise
Bookings are now open for Nile Seray, an A&K Sanctuary vessel and the newest addition to Abercrombie & Kent’s fleet of luxury riverboats on the Nile River. (more…)
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Crown Princess Returns from Drydock Featuring Popular O’Malley’s Irish Pub, Redesigned Casino, and Fresh Enhancements
Following a drydock in Singapore, Crown Princess has set sail, unveiling exciting new guest experiences, including the addition of O’Malley’s Irish Pub and a redesigned Gatsby’s Casino. (more…)
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MedCruise Professional Development Course 2025: AI Training Programme
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. (more…)
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Celestyal marks ‘exciting new chapter’ in Gulf with mangrove planting in Abu Dhabi
Celestyal Cruises has marked the debut of Celestyal Discovery and Journey in the Arabian Gulf with a programme of inaugural events across the region, including plaque exchange ceremonies and a mangrove planting initiative in Abu Dhabi. (more…)
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StarCruises Welcomes RMHC Malaysia Families Aboard the Star Voyager
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. (more…)
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Virgin Voyages Celebrates Success of Nicky Jam Sailing
Virgin Voyages is celebrating the success of its inaugural Olas de Fuego: Nicky Jam x Virgin Voyages sailing, the company announced in a press release. (more…)
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Cruise ship chaos mounts as deaths, crimes on board shatter illusions of safety at sea, experts warn
While cruise ships have long served as a favorite of Americans looking for a vacation, headlines highlighting violent crimes have marred the industry for decades. (more…)
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MSC Cruises’ MSC Magnifica to Sail on World Cruise in 2028
MSC Cruises opened bookings for the MSC Magnifica 115-day world cruise, which will call at 40 destinations in 29 countries. (more…)
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Students and Schools in the Caribbean and Latin America Awarded by FCCA Foundation
FCCA Foundation, the charitable arm of Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA), is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 FCCA Foundation Children’s Essay Competition, as well as the 2025 Children’s Poster Competition. (more…)
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Barbara Scheel Agersnap is stepping down as CEO of Copenhagen Malmö Port
After more than eight years in the position as CEO of Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP), Barbara Scheel Agersnap is stepping down. (more…)
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MSC Cruises Unveils Mediterranean Journeys for Summer 2026
MSC Cruises has unveiled new summer 2026 itineraries in the Eastern Mediterranean with seven-night sailings visiting destinations, including Turkey, Greece, and Italy aboard MSC Lirica and MSC Divina. (more…)
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Star Clippers Launches Summer 2027 Mediterranean Sailings with Host of New Itineraries and Ports
Star Clippers’ is making the summer of 2027 a summer to remember as they announce several new and exciting Mediterranean itineraries and new ports. (more…)
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Carnival Welcomes One Millionth Guest at Celebration Key
Carnival Cruise Line marked a major milestone today (18 Dec 2025) as it welcomed its one-millionth guest to Celebration Key just five months after the destination opened. (more…)
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Seabourn Announces 2028 ‘Cape To Cape’ 120-Day World Cruise On Seabourn Quest
Seabourn has unveiled one of its most extraordinary journeys yet: the 2028 Cape to Cape World Cruise, a 120-day voyage aboard the award-winning Seabourn Quest. (more…)
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Disney Cruise Line takes delivery of Disney Adventure ahead of 2026 Singapore debut
Disney Cruise Line has taken delivery of its newest and largest ship Disney Adventure from the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany, marking the completion of a lengthy newbuild process and bringing the vessel a step closer to entering service from Singapore in March 2026. (more…)
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines Unveils Up to £200 Onboard Spend Offer Across More Than 100 Sailings
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a new offer providing up to £200 onboard spend per cabin on more than 100 sailings, inviting guests to discover why a Fred. Olsen cruise feels like no other. (more…)
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Diamond Princess starts Singapore Homeporting Season, More Princess ships to visit over 2026/27
Princess Cruises has capped off an exciting year in Singapore and Southeast Asia with Diamond Princess commencing her homeporting season in Singapore on 7 December. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises’ Richest Wave Offer in Company History Offers Powerful Sales Incentive to Travel Advisors
Windstar Cruises is launching what is positioned to be the richest Wave Season offer in the company’s history, designed specifically to help travel advisors drive conversions and close more sales for 2026 and beyond. (more…)
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Global Ports Holding and Ocean Platform Marinas Awarded a 25-Year Concession for Seville Cruise Port
Global Ports Holding Limited (“GPH”), in partnership with Ocean Platform Marinas (“OPM”), has been awarded a 25-year concession agreement for the operation of Seville Cruise Port, the city’s cruise and megayacht terminal located between the Delicias and Tablada quays at the Port of Seville. (more…)
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The process of shore power electrification at the port of La Spezia continues
Cold Ironing: new test with Costa Cruises – The process of shore power electrification at the port of La Spezia continues. (more…)
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First sea trials complete for Orient Express Corinthian
Orient Express Corinthian took to the water at the weekend for its very first sea trials, Orient Express Sailing Yachts has confirmed. (more…)
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Atlas owner inks China deal for up to four new ships
Atlas Ocean Voyages‘ owner Mystic Cruises has inked a deal with China Merchants Shipbuilding Industry Corporation to build one firm order for a new cruise ship, along with options for three additional vessels. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line® Unveils Sun-Soaked Winter 2027/28 Deployment and Brings Back Free At Sea Plus™ by Popular Demand, Delivering Premium Offerings
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) today announced its highly anticipated winter 2027/28 deployment and the return of its guest-favorite Free at Sea Plus™ package offering more unlimited amenities, including premium beverages, streaming Wi-Fi, Starbucks® and more. (more…)
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Tarragona closes the 2025 cruise season with 62 port calls and 126,000 passengers and a record growth in the luxury sector for 2026
Tarragona ends the 2025 cruise season with a total of 62 calls and 126,348 passengers. This Monday, December 15, the Executive Cruise Committee met to take stock of the year and prepare the next campaign. (more…)
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Fun Goes Coast to Coast as Carnival Cruise Line Unveils Next Wave of 2027/28 Deployments
Carnival Firenze to Offer Itineraries from New York and a Special Carnival Journeys Cruise from Miami; Carnival Splendor Adds Special Sailings to and from Singapore. (more…)
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American Cruise Lines celebrates record-breaking 2025
American Cruise Lines has announced a record-breaking year in 2025, securing 23 prestigious awards and reinforcing its position as the most awarded US cruise line. (more…)
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Tauck Hosts Inaugural Cruise Control Danube Retreat
Tauck debuted its first Cruise Control riverboat retreat in November, hosting 120 women from the travel industry on a Danube sailing focused on professional development and wellness. (more…)
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Holland America Line, Seabourn to Show World Cup Across Cruise Fleet
Holland America Line and Seabourn Cruises have both secured a deal with IMG to broadcast the FIFA World Cup 2026 across their respective fleets. (more…)
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Preferred expands in Egypt with luxury cruise and hotel additions
Independent hospitality brand Preferred Hotels & Resorts has added six properties from Wings Encora Collection. (more…)
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Cruise Ship Interiors shares highlights from CSI Europe 2025
Cruise Ship Interiors (CSI), the world’s premier exhibition and conference fully dedicated to the cruise ship industry, hosted Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe (CSI Europe) 2025 at Hamburg Messe & Congress, Germany, from 3 to 4 December. (more…)
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Celestyal Cruises showcases Arabian Gulf destination to international partners
Celestyal Cruises has marked the opening of its second Arabian Gulf season by hosting international travel trade partners onboard Celestyal Journey, positioning the sailing as a familiarisation platform showcasing the region to long-haul source markets. (more…)
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National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions Announces Debut Itineraries For 2027 European Christmas Market Voyages
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions today announced the debut holiday sailings for Evolve, a modern river vessel joining Lindblad’s European fleet in 2027. (more…)
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From Reduced Fares to Low Deposits: The Best 2026 Wave Season Cruise Deals
From Reduced Fares to Low Deposits: The Best 2026 Wave Season Cruise Deals. Missed out on a bargain Black Friday cruise deal? (more…)
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National Geographic Society Empowers The Next Generation Of Storytellers Through Photography
National Geographic Photo Camp offers immersive storytelling experiences to youth in Galápagos and Baja California Sur. (more…)
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Princess Cruises Kicks Off “Pitch-Perfect Vacations” with Fleetwide Broadcast of FIFA World Cup 26™, on Sport 24 Special Event Channels, via IMG Deal
Princess Cruises is kicking off summer 2026 with a winning play: the cruise line has secured rights from IMG to broadcast every match of the FIFA World Cup 26™ across all 17 ships in its fleet. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Takes Delivery of New All-Suite Yacht, Star Seeker
Windstar Cruises has officially taken ownership of its newest all-suite yacht, Star Seeker, following a handover ceremony on December 15 at the WestSEA Shipyard in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. (more…)
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National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions Expands Alaska Program To Meet Surging Demand
Three-year charter of the Greg Mortimer supports continued growth and new itineraries as the Sea Bird and Sea Lion retire in 2026. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Launches Referral Programme
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group announces the launch of the Explora Club Referral Programme, designed to recognise and reward the loyalty of existing Explora Club Members while inviting their friends and loved ones to discover the world of Explora Journeys. (more…)
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Hapag-Lloyd Cruises opens the Wave Season for the 2026/27 season
Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is kicking off the Wave Season with its “The world awaits you – Book early. Travel with excellence.” campaign, focusing on the booking period between June 2026 and April 2027. (more…)
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CLIA announces details of 2026 Expedition Summit
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK & Ireland has confirmed details for its next Expedition Summit, taking place on May 8, 2026. (more…)
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