Deeper access – real insights: how Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is bringing greater depth to expeditions in the Indian Ocean
With ten expedition cruises in winter 2027/28, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is positioning the Indian Ocean as an independent seasonal focus for the first time, consistently placing emphasis on knowledge transfer, expertise and in-depth encounters with nature. (more…)
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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. 

MSC Group’s Cruise Division is taking entertainment to the next level with the creation of MSC Creative Studios, designed to help deliver world-class entertainment experiences to guests.
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.
Havila Voyages is introducing Lofoten Coastal Stopover, a new cruise concept that combines sailing along the Norwegian coast with a multi-day stay in Svolvær. 
Margaritaville at Sea has announced the debut of two ultra-exclusive Bridge Wing Suites aboard Beachcomber, introducing the most distinctive accommodations created by the cruise line. 

The 2026 tourist season has officially begun in Porto Santo Stefano with the arrival of the cruise ship Silver Muse, which called at Argentario on Saturday, 14 April.
Disney Cruise Line debuted a new ad campaign during the Academy Awards.
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has unveiled the first renderings of its newest Super Ships debuting in 2027, the S.S. Audrey and S.S. Marlene, inspired by European icons Audrey Hepburn and Marlene Dietrich. 
There are many reasons travellers might opt to join a river cruise by rail rather than air. Anxiety UK estimates that around 10 per cent of Britons have aviophobia.
Victory Cruise Lines is executing a $5 million fleet enhancement program across Victory I and Victory II during the 2026 layup period.
The annual conference will be held March 10 to 14, 2027. ASTA leadership announced the 2027 event at the sold-out expo in Amsterdam and opened registration.
Seatrade Cruise Global has unveiled the 2026 conference program for the world’s largest cruise industry event, introducing expanded content. 

Viking announced it has taken delivery of the Viking Eldir, the company’s newest Viking Longship.
First confirmed details of Valiant Lady’s May 2026 dry dock include a new Razzle Dazzle concept and Roundabout updates, revealed during the Red Hot Sailing Club Voyage. 



Multi-Platinum alternative rock legends 311 and Sixthman are celebrating today’s “311 Day” by announcing the eagerly awaited ninth voyage of 311 Caribbean Cruise, sailing March 10-15, 2027, from Miami, FL to Ocho Ríos, Jamaica, and Grand Cayman aboard the glorious Norwegian Jewel. 


The Port of Cork Company and Belfast Harbour Commissioners have today announced the signing of an historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which establishes a strategic partnership designed to accelerate the delivery of offshore wind energy and to boost cruise tourism across the island.
AmaWaterways today announced the launch of its new City Escapes program, a thoughtfully designed collection of sailings offering extended time in Europe’s most beloved cities along the Seine, Rhine and Danube rivers. 