CMP Extends Cruise Season with Christmas Calls and Record Off-Season Growth
Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP) is entering a new era of year-round cruising, with a record number of calls outside the traditional summer season. (more…)
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Emerald Kaia Floated Out, Keel Laid for Emerald Raiya
Emerald Cruises & Tours has marked two milestones, celebrating the float out of the Emerald Kaia and the keel laying of the Emerald Raiya. (more…)
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China Consolidates Cruise Business as it Looks to Expand Domestic Market
The China Tourism Group reports that it will be leading an effort to boost the cruise ship market that includes the consolidation of the management of the various brands that have been launched in China. (more…)
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Plan to improve riverfront dock could bring more cruises to Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge leaders are considering a plan they believe could reshape downtown and bring more visitors along with the tax dollars they generate. (more…)
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MSC Cruceros opens immersive store in Madrid with a Caribbean beach
A unique MSC Cruceros store has opened in Madrid, featuring the atmosphere of a Caribbean beach. Visitors can book cruises with significant discounts. (more…)
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Global Ports Services Concludes a Landmark 2025 Cruise Season
Global Ports Services (GPS), a Global Ports Holding (GPH) company for integrated ports services, closes its 2025 cruise season marked by significant operational milestones, geographic expansion, and deepening collaborations with the world’s leading cruise brands. (more…)
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Prince Rupert Cruise Port Marks Record-Breaking Season and Sets the Stage for Significant Growth in 2026
Prince Rupert Cruise Port has officially wrapped up an exceptional 2025 season, marked by major milestones, strong passenger growth, and strengthened partnerships across the community and cruise industry. (more…)
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Celestyal Updates Travel Advisor Education and Training Platform
Celestyal has rebranded its travel advisor education and training platform to better support its trade partners. Currently known as “Celestyal Campus,” the platform will relaunch as “Celestyal Stars” on December 1, ahead of the upcoming Wave Season.
Celestyal Stars will include 16 training modules, covering topics such as brand identity; information about the two-ship fleet; destination knowledge; and tips on how advisors can grow their Celestyal business.
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Ambassador Cruise Line and PEEL Entertainment Group announce finalists for the Ambassador PEEL Playwriting Challenge 2025
Ambassador Cruise Line and PEEL Entertainment Group are delighted to confirm the two finalists for the Ambassador PEEL Playwriting Challenge 2025. (more…)
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Ayana unveils 2026 cruise schedule
Ayana Cruises releases its 2026 shared trip schedule for its flagship luxury phinisi*, Ayana Lako di’a, which was named Best Adventure Cruises in Southern Asia at the 2025 World Luxury Travel Awards. (more…)
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Sustainable maritime fuels must be accessible, says cruise ship CEO
Bud Darr, head of the Cruise Line International Association, says upcoming EU proposals will be key to whether the sector can reach its sustainability goals. (more…)
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CLIA announces Cornish Gems as Associate Partner
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK and Ireland has confirmed that Cornish Gems is now an Associate Partner. Cornish Gems is a luxury holiday lettings company offering an exclusive collection of handpicked properties across Cornwall. (more…)
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The Port of Roses has closed its cruise season, having welcomed 4,100 passengers and achieved a record 15 port calls
The majority of the 4,100 cruise tourists have been North American, French, Australian and British, in addition the most requested excursions have been: Girona, L’Escala-Empúries, Cadaqués and Figueres. (more…)
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CLIA announces Beyond Cruising as Associate Partner
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK and Ireland has confirmed that Beyond Cruising is now an Associate Partner. As part of the agreement, the UK-based tour operator will be an official sponsor of next year’s CLIA Conference. (more…)
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Chinese woman arrested after failing to return to international cruise ship in Nagasaki
A 54-year-old Chinese woman has been arrested after failing to return to an international cruise ship in Nagasaki City. (more…)
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Holland America Line’s 2027-2028 Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific Season Features Deep Exploration from The Great Barrier Reef to Fiji
With longer cruises and new overnight stays in Australia and Fiji, Holland America Line launched its 2027-2028 Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific season. (more…)
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Silversea Deepens Commitment to Onboard Guest Experience with Suite of Enhancements, Including First-In-Industry Technologies
Starting this month, Silversea becomes the first cruise travel brand to debut AI-powered strength training and superyacht-grade golf simulators at sea. (more…)
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Greenock Cruise Port Celebrates Record-Breaking 2025 Season
Greenock Cruise Port, operated by Global Ports Holding has concluded one of its most successful cruise seasons to date, marking the first year under the management of GPH. (more…)
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Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils Black Friday Offer with Savings of up to £200 per person
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched a limited-time Black Friday promotion offering savings of up to £200 per person on selected sailings. (more…)
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MSC World America Selected As A Good Housekeeping 2026 Travel Awards Winner
MSC Cruises announced that MSC World America was named a winner in Good Housekeeping’s 2026 Travel Awards in the Cruise Getaways category. (more…)
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National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions Selected As A Good Housekeeping 2026 Travel Awards Winner
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions’ Alaska’s Inside Passage itinerary has been named a winner of Good Housekeeping’s 2026 Travel Awards. (more…)
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Explora Journeys Unveils “The Effort Of Effortless” Campaign Featuring Global Brand Ambassador Jannik Sinner
The Effort of Effortless – Jannik Sinner I Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, announced the launch of The Effort of Effortless, an exclusive eight-episode mini-series featuring Global Brand Ambassador and tennis World No. 1, Jannik Sinner. (more…)
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Havila Voyages secures long-term financing
Havila Kystruten AS (Havila Voyages) has entered into a comprehensive agreement to refinance the company’s outstanding debt totaling EUR 456 million. (more…)
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AI to play “predominant role” in the cruise industry, according to speakers at ICS
Attendees at the International Cruise Summit analysed the challenges facing the industry and considered the new directions it may take as it continues to grow . (more…)
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Trafalgar River Cruises Announces 2027 Sailings with Expanded Immersive Land Extensions
Sales for Trafalgar’s 2027 river cruise season aboard Trafalgar Verity and Trafalgar Reverie are now available for individual, group and charter bookings, the global guided vacation company announced. (more…)
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Former Moby ferry launched under the brand “World Cruises”
As reported by Shippax earlier this year, Moby Lines’ 1982-built RoPax ferry MOBY ZAZA was sold in March this year to the Marshall Islands-based company Atlantis Maritime SA, and two months later resold to the Singapore-based Dragon 1 Pte. (more…)
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World Cruises launches new type of cruise product in Asia
World Cruises officially unveils World Legacy, a newly refurbished first-of-its-kind lifestyle cruise redefining what it means to get away. (more…)
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Azamara Cruises Unveils Advance Booking for Specialty Dining at Sea
Azamara Cruises announces new pre-cruise reservation program for specialty dining and spa treatments, offering guests greater flexibility and the ability to secure experiences before setting sail. (more…)
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Summer 2026 Offer: Explore Halong Bay & the Red River For 10% Off
Enjoy the wild beauty of Vietnam next summer on Pandaw’s Halong Bay & Red River expedition. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line® Ignites The Stage With “Rocket Man: A Celebration Of Elton John™” – A Glittering, High-Octane Tribute To The World’s Most Iconic Showman
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) announced the upcoming debut of what is sure to be its most electrifying entertainment experience yet — “Rocket Man: A Celebration of Elton John™,” (more…)
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Abercrombie & Kent Orders Second Nile River Ship
Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group is ready to double down on its commitment to Nile River cruises. (more…)
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Viking: Already 70% Booked for 2026
Viking is already 70 percent booked for 2026 as of November 2, according to CEO Torstein Hagen, speaking on the company’s third quarter earnings call. (more…)
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Virgin Voyages Launches Entertainment Company; Stages New Show “Booked” Aboard Scarlet Lady
Virgin Voyages has flipped the script. Again. (more…)
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ThPA S.A.: Contract signed for the expansion of Pier 6 – The largest upgrade project for the Port of Thessaloniki begins
ThPA S.A. and “METKA S.A. – TEKAL S.A. (PIER 6) J/V” co-signed today, Wednesday, November 19, 2025, the Construction Works Contract for the expansion of the port infrastructure of Pier 6 of the Port of Thessaloniki. (more…)
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Chinese cruise ships look to steer clear of Japan amid diplomatic dispute
Chinese cruise operators are scrambling to avoid Japanese ports as Beijing and Tokyo engage in a diplomatic dispute, which is expected to spur demand for tourism in South Korea, according to sources and cruise schedules reviewed by Reuters. (more…)
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Costa Cruises’ World Cruise 2026 Onboard Costa Deliziosa Departs From Trieste
Costa Cruises’ World Cruise, the most beloved and sought-after voyage by travel enthusiasts, is back. Departing today from Trieste (Italy) aboard Costa Deliziosa, the 2026 edition will conclude on April 11, 2026, once again in Trieste. (more…)
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Keel laid for 2nd ultra-luxury Orient Express sailing yacht at Saint-Nazaire
Chantiers de l’Atlantique has laid the keel for Orient Express Olympian, the second newbuild in the Orient Express Sailing Yacht series and sister ship to Orient Express Corinthian. (more…)
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Japan’s Tourism Industry Reels As Chinese Cruise Liner Cancels Miyakojima Stop Due To Escalating Tensions, Underlining The Broader Impact Of Political Conflicts On Global Travel
The recent decision by a Chinese state-operated cruise liner to cancel its planned visit to Japan reflects the growing diplomatic tensions between China and Japan, fueled by recent comments from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding Taiwan. (more…)
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Cruise Saudi to embed heritage into cruise itineraries for greater cultural immersion
Cruise Saudi and Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission have signed an agreement to integrate national heritage more directly into the cruise experience, creating deeper cultural immersion for passengers and positioning the Kingdom as a key cruise destination. (more…)
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Port commissioners approve 2026 budget, cruise feasibility study
Port of Bellingham commissioners passed a 2026 budget on Nov. 18 that does not rely on a property tax increase from Whatcom County property owners to fund a portion of it. (more…)
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