Holland America Line Announces New 8-Day Southeast Asia Cruise
Holland America Line has announced an 8-day Far East Discovery cruise aboard the Noordam, giving guests a rare opportunity to explore Southeast Asia in less than 14 days. (more…)
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The manifesto promotes a balanced growth model guided by innovation, social and environmental responsibility, and good corporate governance, with the ambition of building a more resilient and competitive Andalusia.
The largest cruise terminal in Europe, operated by Global Ports Holding (GPH), the world’s largest Cruise port operator, and developed in partnership with local partner SEPCAN, has been inaugurated, marking a new milestone for Gran Canaria and further consolidating its position as a key destination in international cruise tourism. 

New food and beverage options are in store for MSC Cruises’ inaugural season of Alaska cruises. Starting in May, MSC Poesia will set sail from Seattle with Alaska-inspired, hearty dining options with a seafood focus, designed to enhance every moment of a voyage through the Last Frontier. 
MSC Cruises has opened sales for MSC Yacht Club on MSC Musica and MSC Orchestra, offering keycard-only access to private spaces and suites, as well as 24/7 butler and concierge service.
Carnival Corporation & plc is advancing its commitment to shore power infrastructure as construction progresses on a major electrification project in Whittier, Alaska, roughly 90 minutes southeast of Anchorage. 

The “Viking Libra”, a new cruise ship under construction for Viking, was launched today at the Ancona shipyard. The vessel is scheduled for delivery at the end of 2026.
Explora Journeys launches In Balance: A Jannik Sinner Ocean Wellness Programme, which is now open for reservation and will be available across all journeys from 24 April on EXPLORA I and from 18 May on EXPLORA II.

Royal Caribbean is unveiling its most exciting Australian summer yet with all-in holiday adventures and the debut of Royal Beach Club Lelepa*, the Southern Hemisphere’s first Royal Caribbean exclusive cruise destination for a holiday like no other. 
Cruise Saudi has appointed Sture Myrmell as President of Aroya Cruises, the Kingdom’s first domestic cruise line and the first Arabian brand at sea.
American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that brand new riverboat, American Encore, passed Sea Trials with flying colors and is already underway along its journey to the Columbia and Snake Rivers in the Pacific Northwest. 


New details about the next Disney Cruise Line ship, including the vessel’s name and design theme, were announced today at the 2026 Walt Disney Company Annual Shareholders Meeting by Chief Executive Officer Josh D’Amaro during his historic first day at the helm of the company.
An aerial drone photo taken on March 14, 2026 shows the large cruise ship “Adora Flora City” in Shanghai, east China. 
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A total of 1,416,715 cruise passengers embarked on their cruises from Hamburg during the 2025 season (compared to 1,301,295 passengers in 2024). 
Ambassador Cruise Line launched its 2028/29 season on Thursday 12 March 2026, marking the earliest season launch since Ambience’s inaugural sailing in 2022. 
Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has launched its CLIA LIVE program for 2026, beginning this week in Christchurch with the first of eight travel agent training events across Australia and New Zealand. 

Hurtigruten has announced the appointment of Matthew Stuart as Sales Director for UK & Emerging Markets. Starting in early April, Matthew will lead Hurtigruten’s trade sales strategy across the UK and selected emerging markets. 