Oceania Nautica Makes First-Ever Call in St. Kitts
St. Kitts has officially welcomed Oceania Nautica to Port Zante, marking the luxury boutique vessel’s first-ever call to the destination. (more…)
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Extreme Adventure: Skiing and Snowboarding in Antarctica with Aurora Expeditions
With the Winter Olympics capturing global attention and audiences rediscovering their love of snow sports, one of the most exhilarating – and least accessible – places in the world to ski is Antarctica. (more…)
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Cruise line just banned popular gadget from certain areas on its ships
Royal Caribbean quietly updated its list of prohibited items onboard the cruise ship to include a new technology. (more…)
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The Cruise Industry Shines in Madrid at the Cruise Excellence Awards Gala
The iconic Teatro Eslava in Madrid welcomed more than 200 guests to the Cruise Excellence Awards ceremony, organized annually by Cruises News Media Group. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Enters Into Agreement With Fincantieri for Three New Cruise Ships
Agreements include one ship for each brand, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, strengthening long-term fleet growth through 2037. (more…)
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The 6 best cruise lines for families, according to U.S. News and World Report
If you’re trying to take your family on a fun and relaxing cruise, the last thing you want is to be stuck on a ship that leaves more to be desired. (more…)
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Windstar Cruises begins a new era with Star Seeker
With the arrival of its new Star Seeker ship, Windstar Cruises has taken a big step toward modernity. (more…)
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Virgin Voyages Reports Record Wave Season as Adults-Only Cruising Gains Ground
Adults looking for a break from family-focused vacations are fueling new growth at sea, according to Virgin Voyages, the brainchild of Sir Richard Branson. (more…)
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Star Cruises ‘fully prepared’ for next Hong Kong sailing after anger over axed trip
Cruise operator apologised for cancelling three-day, two-night voyage to Xiamen on Friday evening. (more…)
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Carnival Celebrates Love at Sea with Valentine’s Day Vow Renewals
From ocean views to heartfelt “I dos,” Carnival Cruise Line is celebrating Valentine’s Day once again with its largest vow renewal at sea, virtually officiated by Carnival’s Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O’Neal. (more…)
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MSC Cruises To Show Summer 2026 Global Soccer Tournament Matches Live Across The Entire Fleet
Soccer fans on board MSC Cruises’ ships this summer won’t miss a moment of the action, as guests across the line’s fleet will be able to watch every match live while their national teams compete in the 2026 Global Soccer Tournament. (more…)
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Special Recognition for the “All Aboard” Programme at the 2026 Excellence Cruise Awards
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”. (more…)
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Luxury hotel company Mandarin Oriental will offer its first Nile river cruises and take over management of two Egypt hotels
Mandarin Oriental did not say when Nile cruises would begin. The ship is in development and owned by Garranah Group. (more…)
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Easter At Sea: MSC Cruises Presents Warm-Weather Sailings For A Relaxing Spring Break
This Easter, MSC Cruises invites travelers to embrace the season with a warm-weather escape at sea. (more…)
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Hurtigruten Launches New Fjord and Arctic Voyages That Explore Places Other Cruise Lines Can’t Reach
Hurtigruten, the leader in iconic Norwegian coastal voyages, has unveiled three brand-new ‘Limited Collection’ itineraries for 2027–2028. (more…)
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The Port of Las Palmas promotes a marine renewable energy test bank with a new concession to the Canary Islands Institute of Technology
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. (more…)
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Explora Journeys opens reservations for its Inaugural World Journey Endless Worlds in 2029
Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, announces reservations are now open for its much-anticipated Inaugural World Journey, setting sail on 6 January 2029. (more…)
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Virgin Voyages Reports Record Booking Month, Expands Advisor Opportunities
Virgin Voyages is riding a massive surge in adult-only travel demand, logging its highest booking month in company history this January and rolling out lucrative new incentives for travel advisors. (more…)
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Locals outraged after monstrous cruise ship arrives: ‘Looked like it must have taken a wrong turn’
Toronto locals were surprised to see a massive cruise ship in the Toronto Bay, sparking confusion and questions about why it was there. (more…)
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Ras Al Khaimah strengthens role as boutique cruise destination on Arabian Gulf itineraries
Ras Al Khaimah is steadily establishing itself as a regular stop on Arabian Gulf cruise itineraries, with authorities in the northern emirate of the UAE increasingly targeting smaller ships and experience-focused travellers rather than large-scale port traffic. (more…)
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Prana by Atzaró unveils Spice Island Charters for 2026
Prana by Atzaró, East Indonesia’s most luxurious Phinisi yacht, introduces Spice Island Charters: an extraordinary voyage through the Banda Islands, a remote and historically significant archipelago which was once at the centre of the global spice trade. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings CEO Harry Sommer Departs; Former Subway CEO John Chidsey Takes Charge
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. announced a major leadership shakeup Thursday afternoon by appointing board member and veteran corporate executive John W. Chidsey as its new president and CEO, effective immediately. (more…)
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Cruise Destination Development Seminar Held in Thessaloniki
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. (more…)
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China’s cruise industry passes major milestone as Beijing eyes travel boom
As domestic liner handles 1 millionth passenger, Beijing says it aims to turn yachts and cruise ships into major new consumption drivers. (more…)
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Carnival Suffers Widespread IT System Failure Affecting Multiple Ships
Carnival Cruise Line experienced company-wide IT problems starting on Sunday, February 8, 2026, affecting a significant portion of its fleet and thousands of passengers. (more…)
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Meyer Turku Unveils Net Zero Cruise Ship Concept
Meyer Turku has completed a net zero cruise ship concept developed under its AVATAR project, achieving more than 90 percent reduction in lifecycle carbon footprint compared to the baseline defined by the International Maritime Organization. (more…)
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Hurtigruten opens a new route from Copenhagen to North Cape and Tromsø
Hurtigruten is launching a new sailing from Copenhagen to Tromsø via North Cape as one of three new routes along Norway’s coast. (more…)
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American Cruise Lines Launches Celebrating 250 Years of America Campaign
American Cruise Lines is proud to announce its Celebrating 250 Years of America campaign. This year, the company will honor America’s Semiquincentennial on all 2026 sailings exploring the nation’s iconic rivers and domestic waterways in 35 states from Alaska to Florida. (more…)
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From Sea to Shore: Azamara Cruises Launches 2027 Alaska Cruisetours
Following overwhelmingly positive guest feedback ahead of its much-anticipated return to Alaska this summer, Azamara Cruises today announced the launch of its 2027 Alaska Cruisetours, a collection of thoughtfully curated journeys that combine immersive Alaskan cruises with expertly guided pre- and post-cruise land tours. (more…)
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Dover Cruise announces Viking Sky as winner of its pioneering safety and environment awareness (SEA) award
The 9th Dover Cruise Safety and Environment Awareness Award (SEA) has been awarded to Viking Sky, with her sister ship Viking Saturn and Fred. Olsen’s Borealis also scoring highly. (more…)
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YOTEL Miami Introduces a Seamless Stay-and-Sail Package
According to a new AAA forecast, a record 21.7 million Americans are expected to cruise in 2026 with Miami projected to lead as the nation’s busiest cruise port. (more…)
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Cruise Nation reports steady growth in Greece bookings
The latest data by Cruise Nation has reported a 17.7% booking increase since 2023 for trips to Greece, with the number of passengers also increasing at a similar rate of 16.5% during the same period. (more…)
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Disney Cruise Line Releases Summer 2027 Itineraries
Disney Cruise Line has officially shared its Summer 2027 itineraries, giving cruisers an early look at where the fleet will be sailing during the warm-weather season. (more…)
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New Disney Cruise Line Itineraries Set Sail for a Blockbuster Summer 2027
Families dreaming of an unforgettable vacation at sea will have more ways to explore the world when Disney Cruise Line launches its summer 2027 itineraries. (more…)
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Durban official calls for security and redevelopment focus around cruise terminal
A tourism industry representative in Durban has called for stronger security measures and urban renewal around the city’s cruise precinct after a recent cruise ship call brought thousands of international visitors ashore. (more…)
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Early Wave results show luxury and Europe cruises riding high
Buoyed by a wealth of new inventory and eager, well-off clients, travel agencies say Wave season is off to a strong, satisfying start. (more…)
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Thatcher Brown returns from Crescent Seas to Virtuoso
Virtuoso, the leading global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, yesterday announced the appointment of Thatcher Brown as Special Advisor to the Chief Operating Officer, Cruise, (more…)
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The APV Council assesses the economic results and traffic figures for 2025
The Board of Directors of the Port Authority of Valencia (APV) has assessed the provisional financial results for the 2025 financial year, as well as the traffic recorded during the past year, which have resulted in an increase in both turnover. (more…)
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Viking Opens First Brand Experience Center in Beijing
Viking Cruises inaugurated its first brand experience center in China on Feb. 5. (more…)
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Carus 2026: Strong Momentum, New Customer Solutions And A Packed Avent Calendar
Carus, the global leader in digital solutions for the ferry and shipping industry, enters 2026 with strong momentum. (more…)
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