Atlas Ocean Voyages Unveils 2028 Arctic Expedition Season Across The High North
Atlas Ocean Voyages announced its highly anticipated 2028 Arctic season, featuring 13 newly curated journeys ranging from 7 to 17 nights. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line® Celebrates Those Who Protect, Serve And Inspire With A New Deal For First Responders Plus Bonus Offers For Military Members And Teachers
Norwegian Cruise Line is underscoring its commitment to individuals that give back to the community with new and enhanced offerings, including its first-ever First Responder Discount. (more…)
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Cruise Overnights in Funchal Double in the First Quarter of 2026
The number of cruise ships staying overnight at Funchal Port doubled in the first quarter of this year compared to the same period in 2025, according to data released by APRAM – Madeira Ports Administration. (more…)
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Northern Lights in sight: expedition cruises to Scandinavia in 2026/27 with Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
For the 2026/27 winter season, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is continuing its expedition cruises to northern Europe from Hamburg. (more…)
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Scenic Visiting 600 Ports in 100 Countries in 2028–29 Season
Scenic has released its 2028–29 Worldwide Voyages program. The program spans all seven continents and visits more than 100 countries and 600 ports of call. (more…)
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MSC Cruises Celebrates Six Months of Sailing from Galveston and Opening of Cruise Terminal 16
MSC Cruises is marking six months of operations from Galveston, following the arrival of MSC Seascape and the opening of Cruise Terminal 16. (more…)
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MOL Cruises Hosts Retirement Ceremony for the Nippon Maru, Celebrating 35 Years of Service. Legacy Continues with the MITSUI OCEAN SAKURA, Debuting in September
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Jotaro Tamura) today announced that the cruise ship Nippon Maru, operated by its group company MOL Cruises, Ltd.(President: Tsunemichi Mukai; Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo), concluded its illustrious career on Sunday, May 10, upon its return to Yokohama Port, bringing its nearly 35-year history to a close. (more…)
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Passengers begin evacuating from cruise ship hit by hantavirus
Groups of passengers and crew disembarked from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak on Sunday to be evacuated to their respective countries in a process overseen by global health officials and expected to last until Monday. (more…)
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Virgin, TikTok Have Cultural Moment
Virgin Voyages recently set sail with more than 1,100 TikTok creators for a three-night voyage to the Bahamas, and what followed redefined how travel shows up on social media. (more…)
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BA Perspective – Q1 Earnings Summary – Common Pressures, Diverging Positions
The cruise industry has proven adept at navigating external shocks, and Q1 2026 presented all three major operators with a simultaneous set of pressures. (more…)
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More than 110 people sick in Princess cruise norovirus outbreak
More than 110 people got sick in a norovirus outbreak on a Princess Cruises ship. (more…)
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28 cruise ship crew members detained in federal child pornography investigation
Federal authorities detained 28 crew members from multiple cruise lines in San Diego last month following a child sexual exploitation materials investigation as passengers looked on. (more…)
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South Africa at centre of international response to cruise ship virus outbreak
South African health authorities have become central to the international response to the hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius, as officials work alongside the World Health Organization (WHO) and overseas agencies to contain the spread of the rare virus. (more…)
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Stephen Mulhern to bring hit magic show to Iona in exclusive Limelight Club residency this summer
P&O Cruises has announced that one of Britain’s best-loved TV entertainers, Stephen Mulhern, will take to the sea this summer with a Limelight Club residency on board Iona. (more…)
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Ports of Tenerife facilitates a donation initiative together with P&O Cruises and Fundación Ataretaco
The Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife has facilitated the delivery of a donation of clothing and personal items collected onboard Arcadia, operated by P&O Cruises. (more…)
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HX Expeditions Hosts Expedition Industry’s Largest FAM Trip Aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen, Welcoming More Than 350 Travel Advisors
HX Expeditions this week welcomed more than 350 travel advisors aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen for one of the largest FAM trips ever held in the expedition cruise industry. (more…)
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Spain readies for evacuations as a hantavirus-hit cruise ship heads for Canary Islands
Spanish authorities on Friday were preparing to receive more than 140 passengers and crew members on board a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship headed for the Canary Islands, where health officials have said they will perform careful evacuations. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises Unveils Itinerary Protection for 2026–2027 Sailings
As consumers navigate ongoing travel uncertainty, Windstar Cruises today announced the launch of its new Peace of Mind Promise which gives guests the confidence to book now for eligible 2026 and 2027 sailings with unmatched flexibility and full-itinerary protection. (more…)
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Mitsui Ocean Cruises Announces Promo for Japan Summer Sailings
Mitsui Ocean Cruises has presented its “Summer in Japan Sale” for its 11 itineraries sailings from June to September 2026. (more…)
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Royal Beach Club Santorini Bookings Open To Residents
Royal Caribbean Group announced the launch of resident ticket sales for Royal Beach Club Santorini, reinforcing the company’s commitment to partnering with the local community to ensure access and inclusion. (more…)
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Argentina races to find origins of cruise ship hantavirus outbreak, amid reports some passengers have returned to US
Argentina, where the MV Hondius cruise departed, consistently ranked by WHO as having highest incidence of hantavirus in region. (more…)
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Newly Renovated Oosterdam to Cruise Europe, the Caribbean and Panama Canal
Holland America Line is now accepting bookings for Oosterdam’s first collection of voyages following its debut as the inaugural ship to undergo Holland America Evolution, the cruise line’s largest fleet investment in its 153‑year history. (more…)
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Viking Opens Bookings for 2028–2029 Expedition Voyages
Viking announced that its 2028–2029 expedition voyages are now open for booking, featuring newly released departure dates across the company’s most popular itineraries in the Arctic, Antarctica and the Great Lakes. (more…)
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COLUMBIA cruise services deepens strategic cooperation with Adora Cruises
COLUMBIA cruise services (CCS) has officially signed a ship management agreement with Adora Cruises for the Adora Flora City, marking the third large cruise ship managed by Columbia Cruise Services (CCS) for Adora Cruises. (more…)
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Arctic SAR Readiness Put to the Test – AECO Hosts Joint SAR Event Addressing Emerging Threats
The Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO), together with the Icelandic Coast Guard, successfully hosted the 2026 Joint Arctic Search and Rescue Event (JASE) marking 10 years since the first event was held. (more…)
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Crystal Launches Boot Walk at Sea, a Summer Series in Support of UT MD Anderson
Guests Aboard Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity are invited to join promenade walks supporting the James P. Allison Institute at UT MD Anderson. (more…)
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Oceania Cruises® Launches Two Epic 180-Day Around the World Cruises for 2028 and 2029 Aboard Oceania Aurelia™
Oceania Cruises® has unveiled the inaugural sailings for Oceania Aurelia™, set to debut in late 2027, which include the launch of two epic 180-day Around the World voyages for 2028 and 2029 and two Grand Voyages of more than 70 days each. (more…)
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National Geographic Society and Lindblad Expeditions Celebrate 20 Years of the Grosvenor Teacher Fellowship
The National Geographic Society, in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions, is proud to announce the 2026 Grosvenor Teacher Fellowship cohort. (more…)
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Hurtigruten Appoints its First-Ever Group Sales & Operations Manager for North America
Hurtigruten has appointed Jordan Freese as its first-ever Group Sales & Operations Manager for North America. She comes directly from Incredible Adventures, where she was the General Manager. (more…)
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Havila Voyages joins the LOWNOISER project
Havila Voyages has joined the European LOWNOISER project as an associated partner, strengthening its commitment to environmentally responsible maritime operations. The project aims to reduce underwater noise and protect marine life. (more…)
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Redefining luxury at sea: Seabourn’s commitment to service, loyalty and discovery
With guest expectations evolving and new luxury brands emerging, Seabourn continues to focus on exceptional staff, personalised service and curated global experiences, as Mark Tamis shares with Laura Hyde. (more…)
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Phoenix Reisen sends Amera into dry dock for US$15m refit and refurbishment
Phoenix Reisen has sent the Amera into dry dock in Marseille for a major refurbishment programme valued at approximately €15 million (US$17 million). (more…)
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Tor Shipping tips the scales
Family-owned Tor Shipping is no stranger to hard work, and it is this dedication that has returned the company to pre-coronavirus levels of business. (more…)
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U.S. Ambassador Herschel Walker Pays Courtesy Call to Nassau Cruise Port
Nassau Cruise Port welcomed United States Ambassador to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, His Excellency Mr. Herschel Walker, for a courtesy call and site visit last week. (more…)
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Dream Cruises Serves Up 10th Anniversary Celebration with Exclusive Chef Tommie Lee Experience on Genting Dream
Dream Cruises continued its 10th anniversary celebrations with a standout experience aboard the Genting Dream, hosting a special two-night cruise from Singapore to Melaka featuring acclaimed chef Tommie Lee, popularly known as “Chef French Papa” from Culinary Class Wars. (more…)
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Holland America Line partners with Bols to elevate onboard ‘Orange Party’
In honor of Koningsdag on April 27 in the Netherlands, Holland America Line announced a new partnership with Bols, the world’s first cocktail brand and a company rooted in Dutch heritage and craftsmanship. (more…)
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South African authorities continue contact tracing following cruise ship hantavirus outbreak
A suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship off West Africa has escalated, with additional cases identified and further medical evacuations under consideration. (more…)
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Advisors Profit from Custom Pre- and Post- Cruise Trips. Eurobound Offers Tips for Selling Europe
Travel advisors can profit from selling customized pre- and post-cruise itineraries in Europe, say the planning experts at Eurobound. (more…)
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Miami’s Cruise Scene in 2026 Is Doing Something Wild
Cruise Booking recently conducted an in-depth analysis on the cruise trends defining 2026, with a particular focus on a question that’s generating a lot of buzz in the travel space: Why are more travelers choosing Miami as their departure point than ever before? (more…)
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Construction Begins on Carnival’s New Miami HQ
Carnival Corporation has broken ground for its new global headquarters in Miami. (more…)
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