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The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star (WAGB 10) began icebreaking operations in the Southern Ocean in support of Operation Deep Freeze 2026 and marked its 50th year of commissioned service Saturday by freeing and escorting a cruise ship trapped in pack ice. (more…)
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After agreeing to limit and then relocate cruise ships out of the center of the Dutch city, members of Amsterdam’s coalition government, including the mayor and some aldermen, are now saying it would be more cost-effective to simply eliminate cruise ships. (more…)
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Cunard has partnered with Letters Live to bring a star-studded cast of speakers to the Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall in London. (more…)
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MSC Cruises is the first cruise line to implement Haskoning’s Smart Mooring software platform across its entire global fleet of 23 vessels. (more…)
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The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) closed calendar year 2025 with 1,067,407 cruise passenger movements, marking the ninth year the port has exceeded one million annual passengers (excluding 2020 and 2021 due to Covid) and reinforcing its position as one of the nation’s leading cruise destinations. (more…)
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LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network, just released its annual Jobs on the Rise list, highlighting remarkable growth in two key career paths: company founders, who ranked #9, and Travel Agents, coming in at #18. (more…)
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Wind ripped across the Chilkat Inlet last week as long-time Haines fisherman Brian O’Riley trudged toward a gangway that stretches over Letnikof Cove. (more…)
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Aman at Sea’s first season of cruises is now open for reservations for five- to eight-night Mediterranean itineraries. (more…)
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On Jan. 16, ASTA (American Society of Travel Advisors) applauded Norwegian Cruise Line’s (NCL) elimination of non-commissionable fees, or NCFs, at an online industry town hall. (more…)
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AMADEUS River Cruises has expanded its U.S.-based leadership team with the appointment of a new vice president of sales. Simultaneously, the river cruise line promoted Marcus Leskovar to president. (more…)
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New Outer Harbor Cruise Terminal and Redeveloped World Cruise Center to Significantly Expand Port’s Cruise Business Capacity. (more…)
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The Port Authority of Las Palmas presents Seatrade Cruise Med 2026 at FITUR, which will make the Port of Las Palmas the host venue of the largest European cruise industry event. (more…)
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“On 7 January, AIDAnova called at Cherbourg, providing an excellent opportunity to host our annual cruise stakeholders’ meeting on board the vessel”, says Guillaume Hamel, Cherbourg Cruise Club. (more…)
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Aurora Expeditions has partnered with Thermal Imaging of Polar Ice (TIPI) founder Joe Muise, to bring a new Citizen Science initiative to life onboard its expedition fleet, using thermal imaging technology to help deepen understanding of polar ice and environmental change. (more…)
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Carnival Cruise Line today announced a new wave of 2027/2028 sailings for Carnival Sunshine, introducing itineraries that include the cruise line’s first-ever visits to African ports, several new European destinations, the return of longtime guest favorites and a special sailing positioned for optimal viewing of a rare solar eclipse. (more…)
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Seven-night itineraries will visit Ketchikan, Icy Straight Point and Juneau, along with sailing through Tracy arm Fjord in Alaska; and Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. (more…)
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Today at Fitur, the International Tourism Trade Fair taking place in Madrid, Spain, MSC Cruises spoke of their new year-round operation from La Romana, Dominican Republic starting November 2026. (more…)
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Riviera Travel has announced that a new ship, the Riviera Reflection, will join its fleet in 2027, according to a company statement. (more…)
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Ultra luxury river cruise line Tauck has waived its solo supplement on more than 250 departures in 2026. (more…)
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Oceania Cruises unveiled a first look at the itineraries of Oceania Sonata™, the first ship in its all-new Sonata Class debuting in August 2027. (more…)
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New data from Internova Travel Group reveals rising interest in luxury yachts, short cruises and expedition voyages. (more…)
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The city has postponed a Jan. 26 meeting at which discussion of possible changes to cruise ship policies and a tax relief program were to be held. (more…)
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Famous for its Sauvignon Blancs (Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, Quincy, Reuilly), the Upper Loire enchants visitors with its rolling vineyards, dramatic river landscapes, and quaint villages steeped in French history. (more…)
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The weather may be chilly in the winter, but river cruising is heating up. (more…)
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Azamara Cruises, the small-ship cruise line celebrated for its late nights, overnights, and Destination Immersion®, is proud to announce the winners of its 2025 Travel Partner Awards. (more…)
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Atlas Ocean Voyages unveils a bold evolution of its brand identity, an elevated positioning that reflects the experience travelers encounter aboard its modern fleet of purpose-built expedition yachts: World Navigator, World Traveller, and World Voyager. (more…)
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Atlas Ocean Voyages today announced that it is currently building its first-ever luxury expedition sailing yacht, a next-generation newbuild platform that represents a significant milestone in the company’s continued evolution and growth within the luxury expedition cruise industry. (more…)
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Celestyal Cruises‘ two-ship fleet met in the Arabian Gulf for the first time this week, with the Celestyal Journey and Celestyal Discovery crossing paths while operating their respective winter deployments in the region. (more…)
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Multiple cruise passengers were left wading through water in their cabins last week due to flooding on an MSC Cruises voyage. (more…)
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Corazul Cruceros has announced the launch of a new cruise brand developed specifically for the Spanish market. (more…)
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StarVista LIVE, a leader in luxury themed music cruises, will mark a major milestone in 2026 as the company reaches its 75th voyage since launching in 2010. (more…)
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Uniworld Boutique River Cruises announces its Golden Anniversary President’s Cruise for 2026, hosted by President and CEO Ellen Bettridge in celebration of the brand’s 50th anniversary. (more…)
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Disney Cruise Line marked a milestone in its multi-year expansion on Jan. 15 as its highly anticipated new ship, the Disney Adventure, arrived to Port Canaveral, Florida following a nearly two-week transatlantic crossing from the shipyard in Germany. (more…)
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Cruising is entering a new phase. As travel trends shift toward authenticity, sustainability and emotional value, Northern Europe – and the Baltic Sea in particular – is increasingly aligned with the expectations of tomorrow’s cruise passengers. (more…)
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Ahead of the Australian Open, Explora Journeys, the luxury ocean travel brand of the MSC Group, hosted an exclusive evening with world tennis champion and Global Brand Ambassador Jannik Sinner at Stokehouse, St Kilda on 13th January. (more…)
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In a groundbreaking partnership, Ambassador Cruise Line and Boom Radio are set to ignite the dreams of performers hoping for a second shot at stardom. (more…)
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Swan Hellenic has introduced dedicated SCUBA diving programs on four East Asia expedition cruises exploring Raja Ampat, operating aboard the boutique expedition ship SH Minerva. (more…)
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Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has announced the finalists for its 23rd Cruise Industry Awards for Australasia after a record level of nominations from across the region’s travel agent community. (more…)
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Seven of the most anticipated new cruise ships of 2026 will be showcased in an online education series for Australasian travel agents hosted next month by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). (more…)
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American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce that new riverboat American Encore is on schedule for its May 2026 debut and inaugural season cruising the Columbia and Snake Rivers. (more…)
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