Meyer Werft appoints Dr. André Walter new CEO
The Supervisory Board has appointed Dr. André Walter as the new CEO of Meyer Werft, effective July 1, 2026. (more…)
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MSC Cruises And Meyer Werft Sign Landmark Agreement For Six Next-Generation Cruise Vessels
Today, MSC Cruises announced a major new order for four next-generation cruise vessels and two additional options from MEYER WERFT in Papenburg, Germany, marking the launch of its “New Frontier” platform—a brand-new class of ships. (more…)
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Proposed Cape Town Sky Train could reshape cruise passenger access to city
A newly revived proposal for an elevated Sky Train in Cape Town could have significant implications for cruise passengers embarking or disembarking at the Cape Town Cruise Terminal near the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). (more…)
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Dover sails into 2026 on a high ready to celebrate 30th anniversary of its first cruise terminal opening
Dover Cruise is preparing for a bumper season in 2026 after a milestone year. Recent investment has seen the Kent port enhance its facilities and infrastructure, paving the way for a larger range of cruise ships and lines to visit. (more…)
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Norwegian Viva® Debuts in Galveston, Texas for Inaugural Winter Season of Caribbean Voyages
Norwegian Viva arrived to the Port of Galveston for the first time on Dec. 13, 2025, sailing a season of Caribbean voyages between December 2025 and April 2026. (more…)
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Marella Voyager calls at Santa Cruz de Tenerife for the first time and receives the traditional plaque exchange ceremony as it begins operations from its new home port
In an event that strengthens the ties between the cruise industry and the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the traditional plaque exchange ceremony was held today to commemorate the first call of the Marella Voyager at the capital’s port, which Marella Cruises has chosen as its home port for this season. (more…)
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Costa Cruises Introduces Sea and Land Itineraries for 2026: A New Era of Travel
The second edition of the Costa Global Summit 2025, organized at the Centennial Pavilion of Fira Montjuic in Barcelona, saw the presence of leaders in the industry, travel agents, and other global partners in an attempt to examine Costa Cruises’ vision of the future of cruising. (more…)
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Within the past 12 months, eight cruise lines have signed up for the MXP365 digital guest journey
The cloud-based web and mobile MXP365 software covers the entire digital guest journey from pre- cruise to onboard and post-cruise. (more…)
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Royal Caribbean boosts cruises in the Dominican Republic with operations in Puerto Plata, Samaná and Cabo Rojo
Royal Caribbean unveiled its 2027-28 itinerary, with several ports in the Dominican Republic included, offering cruise passengers the opportunity to explore various tourist destinations in the country. (more…)
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Carnival Cruise Line Launches One-Week All-In-One Packages for 2026 Sailings: What Tourists Need To Know
For quite a few vacationers, organizing a cruise is practically the same as choosing the right proportion of extravagance and worth. (more…)
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Carnival Horizon Sets Sail with Additional Hurricane Relief Supplies for Jamaica
Carnival Cruise Line sent another shipment of hurricane relief supplies today to Ocho Rios, Jamaica aboard Carnival Horizon. (more…)
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CDC Reports Norovirus Outbreak on a Cruise Ship Scheduled to Visit Santa Barbara on Thursday
A cruise ship is scheduled to visit Santa Barbara on Thursday following a report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stating the ship experienced a norovirus outbreak last week. (more…)
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Crystal Announces First Wave of 2028 Voyages Aboard Crystal Serenity
Featuring an Amazon River journey, a Caribbean Circle Grand Voyage and springtime sailing in the Azores. (more…)
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2026 is expected to be a record-setting cruise year — here’s how to protect your trip
Over 21 million Americans plan to take a cruise in 2026. Here’s how getting travel insurance can protect your finances. (more…)
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G Adventures’ Former Expedition Returns to Europe
G Adventures’ former Expedition is back in Northern Europe after leaving the company’s fleet earlier this year. (more…)
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Crystal Reveals Suite Renderings for Upcoming Luxury Cruise Ship
Crystal is giving cruisers a sneak peek at its upcoming luxury cruise ship, Crystal Grace, with a series of suite renderings. (more…)
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Fincantieri Floats New Luxury Cruise Ship for Regent Seven Seas
Fincantieri’s shipyard in Marghera, Italy, recently completed the float-out of a new luxury cruise ship for Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings’ Regent Seven Seas Cruises. (more…)
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Three summer cruises dedicated to classical music on board Hapag-Lloyd Cruises’ EUROPA in 2026
From the Andalusian twilight to the northern banks of the Elbe: the Ocean Sun Festival 2026 on the EUROPA will take place from 28 May to 12 Jun 2026 as the ship sails from Malaga to Hamburg. (more…)
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Cruise Planners Franchising Unveils AI Cruise Search—Revolutionizing How Advisors Discover the Perfect Sailing
Cruise Planners is proud to announce the launch of AI Cruise Search, an innovative new feature within the Find a Cruise tool in CP Maxx. (more…)
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Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Appoints Marc Kazlauskas as President of Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) today (Dec. 11, 2025) named travel industry veteran Marc Kazlauskas as President of Norwegian Cruise Line (Norwegian), effective Jan. 19, 2026. (more…)
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Travel Trends Impacting Booking Patterns, According to MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises identified six trends impacting traveler booking patterns in 2026 and beyond, including the desire to attend major sporting events, quests for restorative vacations, and short getaway trips. (more…)
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MSC Cruises Debuts New Family Experiences at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve
MSC Cruises announced an expansion of entertainment activities at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, its private island destination in The Bahamas, beginning January 2026, with offerings rolling out in phases over subsequent months. (more…)
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Madeira Named Europe’s Best Cruise Destination 2025
Madeira has been voted Europe’s Best Cruise Destination 2025, an award presented by the World Cruise Awards. (more…)
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Sail the Mekong in Luxury with the Tonle Suites – Pandaw Cruises
At over 40 square meters, Pandaw’s new Tonle Suites offer one of the most spacious accommodation options on any river vessel in Asia. (more…)
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StarCruises in collaboration with ACG Festiverse and AniMania Festival to launch ‘CosCruise: Cosplay Championship at Sea’
StarCruises in collaboration with ACG Festiverse and AniMania Festival are taking cosplay to thrilling new heights with the launch of ‘CosCruise: Cosplay Championship at Sea’, Malaysia’s first-ever onboard cosplay competition. (more…)
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MSC Opens Bookings for World Atlantic 2027 Sailings
MSC Cruises has opened sales for the MSC World Atlantic, which will debut from Port Canaveral, Florida, in November 2027, with alternating seven-night and 14-night Eastern and Western Caribbean sailings. (more…)
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StarCruises Introduces Fresh Short Break Cruises from Hong Kong with Star Voyager, Featuring Sanya & Xiamen Highlights
StarCruises is pleased to announce the introduction of its 2 Night Xiamen Cruise and 3 Night Sanya Cruise as part of Star Voyager’s upcoming 2026 Hong Kong homeport season. (more…)
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In ship shape: security on cruise ships
Cruise ships are leveraging key management to improve safety and operations, writes Ken Ousey, Regional Sales Manager, Traka Americas. (more…)
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Virgin Voyages Brings Enhanced Canva Tool to Travel Advisors
Virgin Voyages has partnered with Canva to provide travel advisors with an AI-powered marketing tool that is designed to automate content creation, accelerate time-to-market, and drive measurable booking increases. (more…)
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Royal Caribbean Expands Seasonal Lineup of 2027-28 Caribbean Adventures
Royal Caribbean has unveiled the newest lineup of its Caribbean in 2027-28 itineraries. (more…)
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Cruise Saudi strengthens global ties as Celestyal makes maiden calls to Jeddah
Saudi Arabia is accelerating its push to become a global cruise hub, with Cruise Saudi — a wholly owned Public Investment Fund subsidiary — expanding international partnerships to draw more travelers to the Kingdom’s Red Sea and Arabian Gulf ports. (more…)
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The first ship-to-ship Bio-LNG bunkering operation at the Port of Genoa
A defining moment has been achieved at the Port of Genoa for the clean energy transition of the Italian maritime industry overall, with the first ship-to-ship (STS) bunkering operation using Bio-liquified natural gas (LNG) of a passenger ferry, (more…)
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Carnival Cruise Line to Help Light Up San Diego Bay for America’s 250th Birthday
America’s Cruise Line Partners with Port of San Diego as Official Cruise Line Sponsor for Largest Fourth of July Fireworks Display on the West Coast. (more…)
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StarCruises Introduces 5 Night Sailings from Kaohsiung to Okinawa in January 2026 aboard Star Navigator
StarCruises is delighted to welcome the New Year 2026 with the Star Navigator, unveiling three exclusive 5 Night sailings from Kaohsiung to Okinawa, Japan – one of Asia’s most coveted island destinations, celebrated for its pristine beaches, vibrant culture and iconic must-visit attractions. (more…)
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Costa Cruises Rolls Out Zero-Emission Logistics with Electric Trucks in Ports
Costa Cruises has taken a major step in its ongoing commitment to sustainability by expanding the use of electric trucks in port logistics operations. (more…)
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Seabourn Announces The “Explore More Event” With Exclusive Savings Of Up To 15 Percent Plus Up To $1,000 Shipboard Credit On Luxury Voyages
Seabourn unveiled its exclusive annual “Explore More Event,” featuring exceptional savings and offers on most 2026 through 2028 worldwide ocean voyages and expeditions to Alaska, Antarctica, Japan, the Mediterranean, and more. (more…)
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Winner announced for Ambassador Cruise Line and PEEL Entertainment Group Playwriting Challenge
Ambassador Cruise Line and PEEL Entertainment Group have announced the winner of the Ambassador PEEL Playwriting Challenge 2025. (more…)
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Holiday Vacations announces Alaska cruise hosted by KWQC’s Theresa Bryant
KWQC-TV is inviting viewers to join weather specialist Theresa Bryant on a guided Alaska and Glacier Bay cruise set for July 14–26, 2026. (more…)
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Crescent Seas Unveils Customization Program for Newbuild
Crescent Seas unveiled a new customization program for its newbuild, The Ocean, along with a reimagined Crescent Seas Design Studio. (more…)
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Cruise newcomers in Alaska bring more competition
Virgin Voyages had one key priority when designing the Brilliant Lady: the ship had to fit through the Panama Canal in order to get to Alaska, the next region Virgin wanted to offer. (more…)
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